Valentine's Day is less than a week away... men across the country are having mild panic attacks, fretting about what gifts to buy! But fear not, gents, there are simple and effective ways to charm the ladies in your life...

I'm in the studio with Tracey Kay, a professional online shopping expert (and cupid!) from Figleaves.com. If you're looking to spoil your loved one (and not spoil Valentine's Day!), we suggest buying some nice lingerie. Flowers, chocolates, and champagne won't be sniffed at, but some sexy underwear will be much more appreciated! And will make you both feel good...

But considering that 30% of men don't know their partners bra size, the first thing to do before hitting the high street or pressing the 'buy' button is to find out their size. Number one rule: do not buy your girl pants that could sail a ship or knickers that cut off blood circulation. Do a bit of detective work... this is the only time you're allowed to snoop through her drawers! Secondly, have a look at the kind of style she likes... what colours does she usually wear? Black and red are traditional Valentine's Day colours, but opt for a colour that will flatter her figure. Finally for those of you nervous about a face-to-face encounter with a well-meaning shop assistant, there's always online. You can beat the last minute rush... and more importantly, you can speak to an online personal shopper for advice and guidance when it comes to that special buy.

For some inspiration, check out http://www.figleaves.com/uk/home.asp