Ladies, there may be nothing more alluring for your partner than you in his clothing, particularly if you're wearing only one or two items and not much else. There's no explaining this phenomenon, but it's true, and who really needs an explanation anyway? A necktie, for instance, can be a very useful accessory if used with a bit of imagination.

Let's start with the obvious; we know that he likes you in just his button-up shirt. Part of the attraction here is that, if he plays his cards right, he gets to remove it. Since half the fun is getting there, add one of his neckties and that process becomes even more interesting. For a little extra fun, pull your hair up in a tight bun and add a few simple props like a pair of glasses and a ruler, pointer or piece of chalk. Guess who's in charge now! We're betting you'll have a very willing pupil on your hands.

Or maybe take things in the opposite direction, with an oldie, but a goodie: Start with a short-tailed, white blouse - a size or two small is most effective - and add the necktie, tied short. Throw in a very short skirt, plaid and pleated if you have it, knee socks and ponytails. You know where we're going with this, right? Suspenders or a wide belt are optional, and an all day sucker or lollipop. You should be getting the picture. He will, too.

Once more on the obvious side, the necktie without the shirt is more than a little intriguing. If the tie happens to be silk, so much the better, since the only thing softer to the touch is you. This works just as well if you're still in your jeans, by the way. You're going to have his full attention either way. Use a little creativity here and you can create various effects. Leave lots of slack in it and put on your best Hard Day at the Office face. Tie a big, loose bow instead of the traditional knot. Loop it like an ascot. You may be surprised at what you come up with on your own. Variations on this theme are endless.

Worn alone, a necktie or several neckties can be substituted for nearly any article of clothing or used as just the right amount of camouflage to keep things interesting. Looped around your hips with the wide end dangling to cover, yet point the way to, Paradise, you have a clear invitation for him to play Adam to your Eve. Use a tie as a headband to hold a feather and add a little strategic war paint. Hello, Pocahontas! Last, but not least, think of that old expression, "the ties that bind". Need we say more?

Have fun with your own ideas. You may find an unexpected bonus in how aroused you are after a little experimentation. As for your man, he may never look at his neckties the same way again.