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  • 11 Ways Bra Design and Construction Change at DD+
    Bra Wear & Care

    11 Ways Bra Design and Construction Change at DD+

    ByEstelle January 2, 2020 8:50 am

    Have you ever bought a bra online and received one that didn’t look exactly like the picture? It’s most likely to happen if you are full-busted. A DD is around the point where breasts become heavy enough to require additional support features. The same bra design that works for an A to D won’t fit…

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    International Bra Sizing: A 7-Step Guide

    ByHolly123 October 24, 2019 9:01 am

    Have you ever wondered about those strange-sounding sizes listed on your bra tag? Have you ever been stumped by an online bra listing that says it’s available in EU sizes? Today we’re going to clear up some of the confusion about international bra sizing between countries. That way you’ll be free to buy bras from…

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  • Minimizer Bras: How They Work Plus 12 of the Prettiest
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    Minimizer Bras: How They Work Plus 12 of the Prettiest

    ByEstelle October 8, 2019 9:03 am

    Minimizer bras don’t get written about much. They’re not ‘cool.’ But they can be useful. Minimizers do precisely what the name suggests—they make your breasts look smaller. Why might you want to wear minimizer bras? Have you ever struggled to find shirts and button-through dresses that didn’t gape? A minimizer can fix that by flattening…

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  • The DD Dilemma: Core-Size vs. Full-Bust Bra Differences
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    The DD Dilemma: Core-Size vs. Full-Bust Bra Differences

    ByEstelle October 3, 2019 9:16 am

    In the lingerie industry, bra sizing is broken down into categories. For example, ‘full bust’ sizing officially starts at a DD cup. Some full-bust brands choose to begin at D. ‘Core sized’ brands, on the other hand, traditionally focus on A-D cups. Nowadays, however, many such brands go up to a DD or even DDD….

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    Bra Wear Tips for Women with Breast Implants

    ByEstelle June 25, 2019 9:31 am

    One area of the lingerie industry that doesn’t get talked about much is bra wear after implants. Last year in the US alone, over 300,000 people had cosmetic breast augmentation surgery. That’s not even counting reconstructions. Breast implants come with a unique set of bra-fit issues. Not just immediately post-surgery, but once they’ve healed too….

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    What to Look for in a Quality Bra, and What to Avoid

    ByEstelle March 28, 2019 9:10 am

    Most of us want to buy the best quality bra that we can afford. We want ones that are comfortable, supportive, and beautiful to look at, too. We think that if we spend a little more, we’ll get a better product. But is that the best way to know if you’re purchasing a quality bra? Price…

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    Where to Recycle Bras, Part 2

    Byelisabeth February 28, 2019 9:12 am

    It’s been a few years since I put together a list of ways to recycle bras. Since that time, more brands and non-profits have begun to offer this service to consumers. And many of the retailers and charities that solicit gently worn bras also benefit women in need. If you haven’t read my first post,…

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    I Finally Got My Titties Fitted, and Why You Should Too

    ByCharlotte Wilson Langley November 8, 2018 8:15 am

    When I was a kid, I couldn’t wait to have boobs. In third grade, I stuffed my shirt with plastic eggs that came out of those crazy chicken toy vending machines. It didn’t matter to me that the top of the egg was a different size than the bottom of the egg. I wanted boobs,…

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    Lingerie for Less: What You Need to Know About Diffusion Lines

    ByEstelle August 7, 2018 9:00 am

    Do you often find yourself staring wistfully at luxury lingerie, wishing you could afford it? I can’t help you with that, but I can introduce you to the concept of lingerie diffusion lines. Diffusion lines are ranges that a (typically high-end) brand brings out, retailing at a lower price point. It’s a way to expand…

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    Should Young Girls Wear Padded Bras? Myths About First Bras

    Byelisabeth July 24, 2018 7:50 am

    Some parents were recently critical of Marks & Spencer for marketing padded bras to young girls. But they aren’t the only retailer who has come under attack for offering this bra style to teens and ‘tweens as a first bra. Is it wrong to sell padded bras to developing girls? Some parents have strong opinions on…

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