In any business there are some who are better at their job than others. But how do you know you’ve put your boobs in the right hands (or tape measurer) when it comes to proper bra fit? Given all the different styles and brands on the market, it’s hard to know who to trust. You could turn…
I’ll admit it. I’m not a huge fan of shapewear. It has more to do with my fantasy that I could get the same results if I just spent more time at the gym. Shapewear has saved my fashion life more than once. After the birth of my children, control top pantyhose was my new best…
I almost missed The Smithsonian Channel’s documentary on breasts. Truly Strange: The Secret Life of Breasts premiered last Spring, but I didn’t catch the episode until mid-December. Given the shocking premise of film, it is truly strange that it didn’t receive more media attention. The questions raised by The Secret Life of Breasts are ones I’ve thought about for years…
Do you hate bra shopping? What about buying shoes? Many women can’t get enough variety when it comes to footwear. Surveys show women own up to 17 pairs of shoes, but only 9 different bras — half of which they don’t even wear. Foundations do just as much work for our bodies and breasts as shoes. So why don’t…
I’ve spent many a cold January day making up a list of New Year resolutions. I’m not sure how many of them I kept, but it doesn’t matter anymore. Writing anything down helped me focus on my goals. This year is different, though. One phrase keeps popping up in my head. It’s a simple and straight forward message…
There was plenty of boob news that could have made this list of 2014 best and worst breast news stories. Many hit on issues from past years; like public breastfeeding, celebrity cleavage, or pink ribbon campaigns. But a few stories stuck out for me, thanks to their stupidity or smart thinking. Most of my picks for “worst” breast…
Christmas is a week away, but if you’re like me, you’re still looking for some last-minute gift ideas. Maybe you need something for a visiting relative, co-worker, or party host. You want any present you buy to be simple and stress-free, both for the giver and gift receiver. Here’s a list of 10 easy breezy gifts that…
How many bras do you need? The easy answer is “as many as you can afford.” But if you have a limited clothing budget, some tips on different bra styles and how well they wear might help. First, factor in bra brand care and wear recommendations. Today’s elastics and stretchy lace fabrics need a rest between wears. Many brands…
Going out of town for the Holidays? Does it matter how you pack bras into your suitcase? Here are three things to consider: 1) Molded and t-shirt bras are fragile. Sure, they may look sturdy, but if you store them wrong you can crush cups. Once that happens, no matter how well they fit, they’ll look lumpy and bumpy under…
It’s easy to think modern society is the source of all our breast obsessions, whether it’s a media emphasis on everyday cleavage or sexualized images of women’s bodies. But tens of thousands of years ago, breasts were also the center of attention. Goddess worship was common because the female body and breasts symbolized fertility, birth, and nourishment. Think about it: a woman…
Until she wrote a book on the subject, Elisabeth Dale didn’t know much about her breasts. She created this site so that readers can find the best products, clothing and surgical options—anything and everything related to bras, breast health, and well-being.
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