Tips, Reviews, and Everything Lingerie!
If you’re like most women, you dread the day you have to go bra shopping. Women have mental lists of reasons why to not shop for bras: they’re expensive, they don’t like to shop for themselves, and they don’t have the time or the patience to try on every bra in the store, or just can’t find the right fit! Frustrating? There’s no avoiding it—sometimes you need to buy a new bra—and that doesn’t mean when the wires are poking you through the fabric! Knowing when to get a new bra is essential to helping you keep bras that are comfortable and shapely. Here are a few reasons you may be in need of a new bra—now.
1. If Last Summer was the last time you bought a bra. Bra shopping can be expensive. It can be easy to spend $50, $75, or even $100 on a bra, but there are plenty of bras for under $30 as well! Think of it this way, if you can spend that money on a mani/pedi or a couple of movie tickets, you can definitely spend it on a bra!
2. A Special Occasion. Do you have a wedding coming up? A ‘formal’ dance maybe? There are certain occasions you may need to wear a strapless or ‘convertible’ bra—essential to every woman’s wardrobe!
3. Great News! You’re Pregnant! You may not need a maternity bra just yet, but expect to grow a couple of sizes during your pregnancy. Even women with small breasts will eventually need a bra with underwire for support during pregnancy. Taking care of your breasts during pregnancy and nursing, with good bras, can minimize post-baby sagging. Look to brands such as Bali, Playtex, and Calvin Klein for comfortable pregnancy/nursing bras.
4. Your bra just doesn’t fit right. If your bra is stretched, the back strap rides up, you’re constantly adjusting, or you’re embarrassed to wear a tight-fitting shirt—you need a different bra. Be honest with yourself first—Do you wish you were a C cup, but are really a B cup? Or what if a DD is just too small for you? Your bra should support and shape you, without restricting you. Your bra should not be loose in any way when you stand up straight. Don’t be ashamed to check out full-figured or plus-sized bras for the right fight. If you wear t-shirts often, a good seamless bra is essential. Again, stop stressing about your size! Get a bra that is going to be comfortable.
5. Your bra’s best friend is your washing machine. Remember this—bras should be hand-washed. Most of us don’t have the time, but in this case, do yourself and your bra a favor a get a lingerie bag! Bras that are machine-washed/dried need to be replaced much more often than ones that are gently hand-washed.
6. Underwire poking at your skin. The underwire in a bra should lay flat against your skin, underneath the breasts. If you feel the underwire poking through the fabric, you need a new bra! Find yourself adjusting the underwire back to its proper position throughout the day? It’s time for a new bra.
7. Holes in your bra. If your bra is in any way torn, this is a sign it needs to be replaced. Think of it this way, a bra with holes in it can tear completely at any moment. What will you do then?
8. Your bra is not the same shape and does not have the same support as a new bra that is the same size. This is especially true for sports bras. If you hold up your existing bra to a new one of the same size and it does not look the same, you’ve worn it out! Champion or Adidas are good brands for sports bras.
9. You have gained or lost weight. Your breasts are made up of, mostly, fatty tissue, so when you gain or lose weight, it may make a significant change in their size—assuring you a new bra. Whenever you gain or lose 10 pounds, you should get fitted for a bra to ensure you are buying the right size for your body.
10. Ready for a New Look? You don’t have to wait until your old bras are ripped and torn to get a new one! Have fun with it! If you usually wear plain cotton bras, try printed, sexy, lace bras for a quick pick-me-up. You may discover a whole new bra-world for yourself!
Bra shopping shouldn’t be frustrating. If you happen to find a bra that fits you “like a glove” you may want to but a few in case they’re discontinued! Have fun with your bra shopping, but remember, a good bra should be comfortable and should support you—it should not be a nuisance. Happy shopping!
Jun 10, 2008
Jun 1, 2008
10 Reasons You Might Need a New Bra Now
Buying a new bra is a task many women put off. Whether it's the expense, the feeling that it's self-indulgence, or just not having the time to try one on to find a proper fit, bra shopping is not always at the top of everyone's list. Still, there are times when new bras are simply a must-and it's not just when your bras get so disreputable-looking that your husband makes fun of you. Knowing when to get a new one is the key to helping you keep bras that fit and are comfortable. These tips should help you find the right bra for your size and shape.
1. You haven't purchased a bra in the past six months. Is the expense keeping you in bras that are wearing out? Sure, you can spend $50 or even $100 on a bra pretty easily, but there are plenty of cute bras available for under $30. If you'd spend it on a manicure or a couple of movie tickets, you should be able to spend it on a bra.
2. You have a special occasion coming up. If you're a bridesmaid in a wedding, or you're going to a formal dance, you may need a strapless or convertible bra .
3. You're pregnant . No, you don't need a nursing or maternity bra yet-but your breasts are going to grow a surprising amount over the next nine months. Chances are you'll need to size up twice during your pregnancy. And even if you were an "A" cup to begin with, you're going to need an underwire for support now. Be kind to your breasts during pregnancy and nursing-good bras can minimize post-baby sagging. Bali , Playtex , and Calvin Klein offer some comfortable choices for this time in your life.
4. You've been wearing an ill-fitting bra. If your bra is puckered, oddly stretched, the back strap is riding up, or you have that magical bra line visible over your chest-you need a different bra. Be honest with yourself-as much as you'd like to be a C, are you really a B? Or, conversely, is a D cup just too small? Your bra should be supportive without being constricting, and should not gape away from your skin at any point when you are standing up straight. Check out full-figured or plus-size bras for a good fit, or get seamless bras if you wear t-shirts often. And stop worrying about size! Comfort in a bra is where it's at.
5. You've washed your bras repeatedly in the washing machine. Bras should be hand-washed. If you do not have the time, then at least use a lingerie bag for them as it will protect the straps and hooks from getting caught while washing or drying. Bras washed in the machine and without protection need to be replaced far more often.
6. 6. The underwire does not lie flat against your skin . The underwire should be perfectly flat and just underneath the breasts. If it starts to pucker or punch through the cloth, then it is time to replace the bra. If you have to adjust the underwire back to it's proper position at some point during the day, guess what? Time for a new bra.
7. The bra is beginning to get holes under the arms or in the cups. Any visible wear in the cloth is a sign the bra needs to be replaced. A bra with holes is not useful as it could tear completely during wear. Nothing is more slovenly than underwear with holes-the same applies to bras. Even if no one sees you in your bra, you'll feel ridiculous every time you put it on, and that's no fun.
8. The size and elasticity are different than on a new bra of the same type. This test holds true especially for sports bras. Holding your sports bra up to a new version of it should look the same in size and shape. If not, your bra has been worn too much and is stretched out. Try Champion or Adidas for a new sports bra.
9. You have lost or gained weight. The breasts are largely fatty tissue, and even adding five pounds can make significant changes in their size, warranting a new bra. Anytime you lose or gain more than 10 pounds, you should get fitted for a new bra to make sure you are getting the right size.
10. You are ready for a new look! Don't wait until your old bras are embarrassing.
Get one anytime you feel you need a quick pick-me-up. If you've been wearing plain cotton, get some fun lace bras . Or, if you've been wearing animal-print push-up-padded bras, try something simpler like mesh bras - you might find that you like it.
Getting a new bra doesn't have to be a hassle. If you find a bra you really like, it's a good idea to buy several at once in case it's discontinued. There is no need to go through the pain of finding a new style and size each time you need one. Browse a variety of different styles and brands to find choices that you like, and happy bra hunting!
1. You haven't purchased a bra in the past six months. Is the expense keeping you in bras that are wearing out? Sure, you can spend $50 or even $100 on a bra pretty easily, but there are plenty of cute bras available for under $30. If you'd spend it on a manicure or a couple of movie tickets, you should be able to spend it on a bra.
2. You have a special occasion coming up. If you're a bridesmaid in a wedding, or you're going to a formal dance, you may need a strapless or convertible bra .
3. You're pregnant . No, you don't need a nursing or maternity bra yet-but your breasts are going to grow a surprising amount over the next nine months. Chances are you'll need to size up twice during your pregnancy. And even if you were an "A" cup to begin with, you're going to need an underwire for support now. Be kind to your breasts during pregnancy and nursing-good bras can minimize post-baby sagging. Bali , Playtex , and Calvin Klein offer some comfortable choices for this time in your life.
4. You've been wearing an ill-fitting bra. If your bra is puckered, oddly stretched, the back strap is riding up, or you have that magical bra line visible over your chest-you need a different bra. Be honest with yourself-as much as you'd like to be a C, are you really a B? Or, conversely, is a D cup just too small? Your bra should be supportive without being constricting, and should not gape away from your skin at any point when you are standing up straight. Check out full-figured or plus-size bras for a good fit, or get seamless bras if you wear t-shirts often. And stop worrying about size! Comfort in a bra is where it's at.
5. You've washed your bras repeatedly in the washing machine. Bras should be hand-washed. If you do not have the time, then at least use a lingerie bag for them as it will protect the straps and hooks from getting caught while washing or drying. Bras washed in the machine and without protection need to be replaced far more often.
6. 6. The underwire does not lie flat against your skin . The underwire should be perfectly flat and just underneath the breasts. If it starts to pucker or punch through the cloth, then it is time to replace the bra. If you have to adjust the underwire back to it's proper position at some point during the day, guess what? Time for a new bra.
7. The bra is beginning to get holes under the arms or in the cups. Any visible wear in the cloth is a sign the bra needs to be replaced. A bra with holes is not useful as it could tear completely during wear. Nothing is more slovenly than underwear with holes-the same applies to bras. Even if no one sees you in your bra, you'll feel ridiculous every time you put it on, and that's no fun.
8. The size and elasticity are different than on a new bra of the same type. This test holds true especially for sports bras. Holding your sports bra up to a new version of it should look the same in size and shape. If not, your bra has been worn too much and is stretched out. Try Champion or Adidas for a new sports bra.
9. You have lost or gained weight. The breasts are largely fatty tissue, and even adding five pounds can make significant changes in their size, warranting a new bra. Anytime you lose or gain more than 10 pounds, you should get fitted for a new bra to make sure you are getting the right size.
10. You are ready for a new look! Don't wait until your old bras are embarrassing.
Get one anytime you feel you need a quick pick-me-up. If you've been wearing plain cotton, get some fun lace bras . Or, if you've been wearing animal-print push-up-padded bras, try something simpler like mesh bras - you might find that you like it.
Getting a new bra doesn't have to be a hassle. If you find a bra you really like, it's a good idea to buy several at once in case it's discontinued. There is no need to go through the pain of finding a new style and size each time you need one. Browse a variety of different styles and brands to find choices that you like, and happy bra hunting!
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