I have a fetish for ­stockings and want to buy some for my new girlfriend but I don’t want to embarrass her. Have you got any advice?

I’m sure there are many men who find ­themselves wanting to buy underwear for the special women in their life but don’t know where to start.

Dear reader,

First of all, make sure you know her size. Sneak a peek in her underwear drawer to get it right. If you guess, you’ll ­probably get it wrong which can be embarrassing, particularly if you have a body-­conscious girlfriend.

Many shops have a great selection, from sexy Ann Summers to more pricey Myla, Coco de Mer or Agent Provocateur. Marks and Spencer is always good.