Women prefer big knickers

Dutch women prefer lingerie that is comfortable rather than racy.

According to Dutch underwear promoter Body Fashion Promotion, most women in the Netherlands immediately exchange lacy underwear they receive from their partners at Christmas for plainer, less skimpy knickers and bras.

A spokeswoman for Body Fashion Promotion said while men think their partners will be pleased with the raunchy garments, the women are less than pleased and would rather swap them for something more practical.

International director for lingerie firm Triumph, Rob Brand, said: "A man who is looking for lingerie for his wife or girlfriend often doesn't pick something that he thinks she will like, but buys underwear he would like to see her in."

Brand added: "Most men choose a deep red colour, which obviously appeals to them. But women think differently and prefer something less intense. In winter their preference is definitely for black."
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