In 2013, on Good Friday, I was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer.  Presumably so named because you don’t, don’t, don’t want to get it.  There is no known cause; there is no known cure.  They only told me to get my “affairs in order” like I was in a 1940’s black and white noir […]

Our recent post about trends in lingerie made a quick mention of Pantone’s color of the year: ultra-violet. That’s right; the Pantone people pick a new fashion color every year. Maybe it’s just to get us add it to our wardrobes (it is their job, after all). But colors do carry meaning and energy. According to their […]

I recently shared a list of 10 of the best Polish lingerie brands. In it, I talked about why brands from this country typically offer an extensive size range. One much more extensive than we’re used to seeing from brands elsewhere in Europe, or in the US. I’m not just talking about cup sizes either, […]

I can’t think of a better way to celebrate International Women’s Day than with a list of women-run brands from our Better Know a Brand blog series. Reading about these accomplished individuals inspires me to continue working on fulfilling my goals and dreams. The women below hail from all parts of the world and work in […]

Today I’ve put together a list of the top 12 TBL blog posts of the year. Given that we made a few changes in The Breast Life, it seems appropriate to look back on what our readers found helpful and useful. And if you haven’t read the blog in a while, it’s a great way to catch […]

After a mastectomy, even if you have breast reconstruction, your bra needs will likely be very different from what you wore before your surgery. Wearing a bra after breast reconstruction is optional, whether you have new breasts made with implants, your own tissue, or both; your new “girls” will likely be higher and firmer than […]

What’s up with The Breast Life? We’ve got a new look, along with a more succinct tagline. Why the change? Like everything else, The Breast Life continues to evolve. And we hope these changes make it easier to navigate the site and take advantage of all that we have to offer. First, we’re adding some beautiful […]

Can wellness intimate apparel purchases help you recover from childbirth, medical treatments, and other surgeries? A new intimate apparel niche has a specific purpose: to make you feel your best and speed up healing as quickly as possible. And it’s not just about healing after breast cancer procedures, either. Many women are shocked by the […]

What are the reasons why bras don’t fit? According to some bra fitters, “85% of women are in the wrong size bra.” But that statistic is just a myth and fails to take into account that not all bras are sized or made the same way. So it’s not about finding the one, right size. Most […]

Today’s post is for those readers who want to know more about my new book. I’m pairing this Bra Zone book excerpt with a small selection of recommended bras from our store. As you’ll see, bra buying isn’t always easy, even when there are many brands and styles available. This brief introduction to The Bra Zone: […]

The LuisaLuisa Pocketed Bathing Suit or Leisure Bra is a very well conceived and popular dual function piece. While not technically a sports bra, it was designed for use in the pool on its own or under another bathing suit. It is pocketed with sewn-in foam cups and doubles as a leisure bra. The LuisaLuisa […]

A few weeks ago, we published a lingerie review about a Royce Lingerie post-mastectomy bra. Today, we’re highlighting the non-surgical styles available from this UK intimates brand. Wireless bras are Royce Lingerie’s specialty. That’s all they do. Bras that support without wires are not just for women who’ve had breast surgery. Many pregnant and nursing mothers […]