How to Dress for Your Husband in Bed

Co-authored by Elle Monus and Hannah Madden

Last Updated: September 20, 2025 References

Feeling like you want to spice up your sex life, but not sure where to start? Wearing something cute and sexy to bed is the perfect way to catch your husband’s attention. In this article, we’ll give you a list of all the things you could wear to feel confident and sexy in bed. Keep reading to find your perfect bedroom outfit to look and feel your best!

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Get some sexy underwear, such as lingerie or a special bra and panties set.
Wear clothes that show off your figure, like a tight t-shirt, a nightie, or a playsuit.
Accentuate your legs with thigh highs or fishnets and heels.
Ditch clothing altogether and sleep in your birthday suit!

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Tight T-shirt

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Slide on your tightest shirt with absolutely nothing underneath. The goal here is to show off your curves and the contours of your body. Even though you’ll technically be dressed, your husband won’t be able to keep his eyes off of you.^{[1]
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- Pair your tight T-shirt with some underwear and socks to complete the look.

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Your husband’s shirt

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For a lot of guys, there’s nothing hotter than seeing their partner wear their clothing. Throw on one of his shirts with nothing underneath, and be sure to flash some skin when he comes in the room.^{[2]
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Pajama set

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A matching pajama set that fits well is sure to show off your body. Pick out a matching pajama set that makes you look and feel amazing (go for silk if you’re feeling fancy, or cotton if you want to be more comfortable). The flowy, loose fabric shows off your body in the best way; and best of all, pajamas are comfortable enough to sleep in!^{[3]
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Lingerie

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Sure, it might not be the most creative of bedroom outfits, but why mess with perfection? If you’re looking for a way to spice up your sex life, throw on a lace bodysuit, a bustier, or a teddy to look and feel fabulous.^{[4]
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Bra and panties

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Get undressed down to your undies to entice your husband. Wearing a bra and panties keeps the most important parts covered up, but not for long! Splurge on a matching bra and panty set, or buy a new lacy pair to really amp up the sex appeal.^{[5]
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- When it comes to style of panties, the choice is yours: some guys really like thongs, while others prefer some cheeky coverage. Cage-style panties are another sexy option.^{[6]
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- You can choose a fancier bra if you want to enhance your bust, or opt for more special panties if you prefer to draw attention to your bottom part.^{[7]
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Nightie

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A sweet nightgown can turn sexy real fast. Throw on a lace nightie with nothing underneath, and pair it with a silk robe if you’re feeling fancy. When you lay down in bed, let the straps slip off your shoulders to tease your husband.^{[8]
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- Nighties go great with a pair of lace panties!

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Playsuit

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A loose, flowy playsuit shows off all the right stuff. Playsuits are almost like rompers, but they’re a little comfier (which is why you could actually wear them to bed). Throw on a playsuit with nothing underneath to attract your husband in no time.^{[9]
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Thigh highs

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Does your husband compliment your legs often? If so, throw on a pair of knee highs or thigh highs to attract his gaze. Even if you hate wearing socks to bed, don’t worry—you can take them off before you actually fall asleep!^{[10]
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Fishnets

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Show off your lower half with a pair of fishnet stockings. No matter what you’re wearing on top, a pair of fishnets always goes well with it. Slide on a pair of fishnets over your favorite bra and panty set or some lingerie.^{[11]
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- Want to take it even further? Go for a full fishnet bodysuit.

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Heels

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Make your legs even longer with a good pair of high heels. Your husband won’t be able to resist a sexy, confident woman in heels. Throw on your favorite lingerie or nightie, then walk into the bedroom in a pair of stilettos. Chances are, you won’t be keeping those on for long.
- If heels aren’t your thing, that’s okay—you can totally skip them! The most important thing is that you feel sexy and confident in your outfit.

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Nothing

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Going to bed naked is sure to catch your husband’s attention. If you really don’t feel like dressing up to the nines, you don’t have to! Simply take everything off and get into bed—your husband is sure to be excited about it.^{[12]
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- This is an especially good strategy if you don’t usually sleep naked.

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What is a really sexy outfit?

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Transparent and sheer lingerie are pretty sexy!

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