Thanks to the Internet, you no longer have to venture out to the mall to pick up that special article of clothing to give you an edge romantically. Some of the best-known names in lingerie now have websites that allow you to order online. You may even want to surprise your better half with a sexy Valentine's gift that both of you can enjoy.

You can get outfitted online literally from head to toe by the venerable Frederick's of Hollywood, which boasts "55 Years of Leading Into Temptation." Selling wigs, footwear, and everything in between, you can get dolled up in a Frederick's stick-on bra, with "Stay Kups" that attach with "gentle adhesive," or find out whether a snake print vinyl garter belt will do the trick. The website's size charts, which range from 2-26, are easy-to-follow, with "how to" directions illustrated by photos.

Frederick's men's line is also available at a click of the mouse. If you dream about your man dropping his bathrobe to reveal a pair of sequined lurex boxers, or a musical rooster thong adorned with marabou feathers (don't ask!), Frederick's is the site for you.

At Victoria's Secret's website, you won't find any erotic menswear. But for women, the choices are endless. In addition to the sexy lingerie, the site offers makeup, perfume, swimwear, and bedding, which also make great gifts.

If you're looking for larger sizes, Victoria's Secret online sells nothing bigger than XL or 40DD bras at Victoria's Secret online. The size chart is also hard to find, well hidden in the Customer Services section under "Shopping Online."

Good things come in big packages...and Barb's Large and Lovely is the place to go for Plus-size lingerie, selling lots of attractive sexy clothing for larger ladies. Its bustiers, cat suits, and teddies are available up to size 8X (that's a 76 in. bust, 65 in. waist, 100 in. hips, and size 44 dress.) Barb's also offers custom alterations to help your garments fit better.

You could call 1SexyNight.com a "no frills" operation, even though there are frills a-go-go on just about everything it sells. 1SexyNight.com is a user-friendly site that's simple to navigate, crammed with photos of bras, chemises, and baby doll nighties. Just point-and-click on your selection, and you can see it in closeup. Click again, and you'll get price and sizing information. 1SexyNight.com's Plus sizes go up to 4X, and the site features a sizing chart, although, like everything else on the site, it's pretty basic.

If 1SexyNight isn't enough for you, you may be in the market for something more exotic. Ooh-La-La.com promises to "Keep Romance Alive," and that's just while you check out the online catalogue! Ooh-La-La says it has something "for every taste and budget," a claim born out by the lingerie for sale in the "Hot and Sexy" section. Ooh-La-La's "stretch lace and slinky knit 2-piece" sells for $27, while its "animal print flocked stretch mesh 4-piece set" -- bustier, G-string, stockings and gloves -- goes for $107. Don't forget tax and shipping. And have fun!