Like the birds and the bees, Valentine's Day has been around for ages. That doesn't mean you have to sit around and wait for someone to send you chocolates, though. Celebrate this Valentine's Day by slipping into some UCA Lingerie for sexy, romantic, and comfortable intimates that you'll love all year long. 

The Dark Side of Valentine's Day 

Valentine's Day, as we know it, may not have been as loving as we make it out to be. The holiday is linked to Roman origins since the pagan festival, Lupercalia happened on February 15. The festival honored the god of agriculture and was all about fertility. Participants sacrificed animals, randomly selected women for men, and conducted fertility rituals. 

By today's standards, it was a dark time, but in pagan traditions, it prepared people for spring while finishing the darkness of winter. Thankfully, none of this is still the case; however, the dark Valentine's aesthetic still lives on in our newest Tracy and Emily sets. Indulge in floral black mesh set against red satin trim in Tracy's unlined demi bra or Emily's unlined demi corset. Pair them with the matching modern hipster panty or the daring, sexy tanga. 

Take a chance on love

When did Valentine get involved? This side of the story is also a bit unclear. Legends credit two different guys named Valentine from present-day Italy. One is Valentine from Rome, and the other is Valentine from Terni. Both supposedly secretly performed marriages for soldiers when those soldiers weren't allowed to have wives. Valentine's risky behavior later earned him (or them?) sainthood, with Saint Valentine becoming the symbol of love and sacrifice. 

If you'd like to incorporate the idea of taking risks for love into your lingerie drawer, check out our latest set, Yasmine. Yasmine's unlined bra is nothing shy of bold. Whether it's the metallic chain details or the strategically placed hearts, this bra and its equally sexy string tanga panties remind you of how much fun it can be to take chances. 

Romance is natural

Thankfully, getting married didn't stay difficult. By the middle ages, romance became a thing. The Catholic Church already made Valentine's Day a holiday (conveniently around the same time as Lupercalia). All it needed was a poet to make love and sacrifice a bit more acceptable. 

A simple act of bird-watching changed how we viewed the day. When Geoffrey Chaucer penned the words, "For this was on Saint Valentine's Day, when every bird came there to choose his mate" (translated), that was all the world needed to associate romantic love with the established Valentine's Day. 

Want to put a little romance into your Valentine's Day? Try our romantic Rebecca and Magnolia sets. The Rebecca bodysuit adorns the skin in exquisite eyelash lace that reveals your natural curves from the front and behind.

For even more freedom, there's Magnolia's unlined demi bra and tanga panties. Available in black and white, the comfortable bra provides underwired support, while the romantic butterfly and flower draws attention to you. 

The" Act" of attraction

So when did Valentine's Day become about chocolates and greeting cards? We have the Renaissance period to thank for that. Love notes and tokens of affection were what women sought. Women adorned themselves in elaborate hairstyles and corsets to attract their desired mates' attention. 

Do not force yourselves into uncomfortable clothing just to draw the attention of a mate. With comfortable lingerie sets like Paisley and Peppa, you can smooth and accentuate in all the right places without holding your breath. Peppa's red wine color, delicate lace, and plunge style provide a sultry touch to your bustline. Paisley adds a touch of seduction in the form of a black bustier that's 100x more comfortable than the corsets worn in the Renaissance period. 

A holiday to celebrate you  

Valentine's Day may have its roots in fertility festivals, forbidden love, and literary explorations. Still, at its core, it's celebrating love and whatever that means for you. For some, that may mean self-love by reminding yourself just how beautiful you are. A great way to do that is with our gold foil Brenda set. The full-coverage underwire demi bra and brief panties are as comfortable as they are beautiful, reminding you that you're worth every bit of love. 

Valentine's Day is also about the near end of winter when birds emerge from their hiding spots, and flowers bloom. Show your love for this magical time of year with the breathable, feminine Flora set. Available in white and black, this floral lace set reminds you of the delicate beauty of being a woman. 

Whether your Valentine’s Day consists of a romantic date with a loved one, a night in watching rom-coms with the girls, or a steamy night in the bedroom, you deserve to look beautiful and feel comfortable. Trust UCA Lingerie to craft beautiful intimates that you’ll love all year long.