One area of the industry that gets very little press is post-surgery lingerie. And yet there is some exciting and innovating stuff going on here. And one such brand to take note of is Embody Paris. Embody Paris describes itself as “a fresh look at post-surgery lingerie.” In a sector known for its bland, utilitarian…
From mastectomies and lumpectomies to breast lifts and cosmetic implants, there are various types of breast surgery. They do all have one thing in common, however. You’ll need to shop for new bras afterward. Later down the line, once you’ve healed, you may have a new bra size. Maybe you’ll need to shop for bras…
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,…
The week between Christmas and New Year is my favorite time of year. It’s the perfect time to get ready for 2018 by throwing or giving away what no longer serves me. While that may include bad habits, it also applies to some much-loved lingerie. Maybe you’re like me, and hang on too long to some…
Bras Without Wires is a new independent intimate apparel brand, whose name says it all. There are plenty of women who prefer non-wired bras. For some, it’s about comfort and sensitivity. But other bra wearers specifically need this option. For instance, someone with a breast augmentation doesn’t need the extra support. Wired bras can be both uncomfortable…
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…
I’ve spent the majority of my life wearing bras. And the older I get, the more fascinating it is to reflect on this experience. The lingerie world may have changed over the decades, but so have I. This post on my life in bras is more about how bras have altered how I see myself. They have…
As I’ve written before, post-mastectomy bra styles continue to change to meet evolving breast cancer therapies and surgeries. Because breast cancer patients may or may not have any reconstructive surgery, or often undergo several procedures over many years. Today we’re sharing a post-mastectomy bra review of a UK lingerie brand. Royce Lingerie has been in…
Yep, that’s right. Intimate apparel and swimwear brand, Anita, has been in business for 130 years. They’re celebrating their anniversary with a PR campaign featuring images of 130 women from different walks of life wearing their lingerie and swimwear. And that makes perfect sense, given their dedication to serving the scope of women’s intimate apparel needs….
What are post-surgical bras? They are specialty bra garments worn after mastectomies or reconstructive and elective cosmetic breast surgeries. Don’t expect to find many cute post-surgical bras around. They’re meant to be functional not fashionable. They keep the patient in mind, one who might have limited arm and chest mobility and often must accommodate drains attached…
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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