Have you ever wondered why French women are so sexy and have that 'je ne sais quoi' appeal? Here's why.

French women spend 18% of their clothing budget on lingerie.

According to a 2002 study reported in the New York Times, French women spent $2.9 billion on lingerie.

In another poll, 85 percent of French men and women said lingerie is an important part of life.

The French give top underwear honors to matching lace bra and panties, way ahead of thongs and demi-cup bras.