Know Your Bra Shapes Part 2

Here are two more types of bra shapes:

Weekend
what it is: A lightweight, underwire bra; made for comfortable wear under T-shirts and casual clothes
fit tips: Seamless, stretch cups hug the breasts. Adjustable straps improve control; styles with printed-on labels nix scratchy tags.
example: Barely There Comfortable Curves Stretch Foam Hidden Underwire Bra http://www.inthemoodintimates.com/intimate-apparel/4364.html

Low-Back
what it is: Low-cut or scooped out in back, with convertible straps
fit tips: The support with this bra centers on the waist; straps are available but not necessary. Make sure you can bend over, twist around, and easily raise your arms.
example: Carnival Bridal Splendor in Satin Low Plunge Longline Bra http://www.inthemoodintimates.com/intimate-apparel/203.html

Know Your Bra Shapes

How many bras should you have? The average woman owns eight, including an underwire, sports, padded, and push-p. Advances int he bras are engineered have led to more comfort and more options (and more confusion). Over the next few blogs we will talk about the choices...

No Underwire
what it is: An everyday bra; no wiring or padding but provides excellent support
fit tips: Maximum comfort in seamless cups. wider, adjustable straps and below the bustline bands support softer shaping and provide lift for larger cup sizes.
example: Grenier Extreme Comfort Soft Cup Cotton Bra http://www.inthemoodintimates.com/intimate-apparel/8566.html

Contour
what it is: A seamless bra with flexible underwire construction that works under fitted T-shirts and other form fitting tops.
fit tips: Look for the stretch foam lining, which ensures smooth contour and a cushion of comfort.
example: Chantelle Africa T-Shirt Bra http://www.inthemoodintimates.com/intimate-apparel/2691.html

Finding the Right Color Bra

White is the most popular bra color (the choice of 42% of customers for one big company's best selling bra), while black is favored by 20%. 38% prefer nude shades, which are less noticeable under a T-Shirt or sheer top than white or black. In the past "flesh"tones were limited to beige or pink. Now companies offer diversity with bras (and panties) in a range of skin tones. Some examples are:
Bali Concealer Underwire Bra (http://www.inthemoodintimates.com/intimate-apparel/3411b.html)
Cosabella Soire Molded Underwire Bra (http://www.inthemoodintimates.com/intimate-apparel/SOIRM112.html)
Felina Hint of Skin Seamless Demi Bra (http://www.inthemoodintimates.com/intimate-apparel/6502.html)

Tips for a Perfect Fit

Professional bra fitters can tell immediately why a bra isn't working on you. Some of the clues are:
1) If your cup is wrinkling, you need to go down one bra (not cup) size.
2) If your breasts spill out the sides or over the tops of the cups, you may need a larger cup size or a cup with more coverage on the sides and top. For example the Fantasie Smoothing Molded Full Cup Bra (http://www.inthemoodintimates.com/intimate-apparel/4500.html)
3) If your straps keep falling down, even after adjustments, your breasts many not be filling out the top of the cups. Try going down a cup size.
4) If the bra rides up in back, try a tighter hook or loosen the straps. If neither works, go down a bra size.
5) If straps leave marks, it doesn't necessary mean they're too tight. You may need a more supportive bra or you may need shoulder cushions (http://www.inthemoodintimates.com/intimate-apparel/6100.html)
6) Your bra straps are at the correct length if you bra is level across the back and not too tight when using the middle hooks. The middle of your bra should lie flat against the chest. Cups should be full with no spillage.

Bra Basics

A bra is not something to wrestle with or skimp on. According to the intimate apparel industry close to 85% of all women wear the wrong size bra. However many of us are not willing to lay out the time or extra bucks to find the right size. You should have a professional fitter (or yourself) fit you for the correct size. You should be refitted every year or so (especially if your weight fluctuates) and each time you switch brands. Sometimes different brands have slightly different sizing. You can go to our website at http://www.inthemoodintimates.com/html/measure.html to find out how to measure yourself. With a little practice you can figure it out.

Organize your lingerie now!

Having the right underwear gives you freedom of choice when putting together an outfit. When a look calls for a plunging neckline or a derriere without lumps and bumps, having the appropriate bra or control slip makes dressing simpler. Take control of your wardrobe. Don't be a slave to a bra that works with only half of what you wear. Lingerie has many fuctions and is your secret weapon. Not only do clothes look better on a firm foundation, but pretty underwear is a private pleasure. Given the right mood you can have a really sexy bra on underneath that business suit that gives you an edge that no one can figure out. And that, is one of the great secrets of being a woman! Over the next several posts we will talk about what to wear underneath it all.

Best Gravity-Defying Bra

Freya's Retro-Basic plunge bra (http://www.inthemoodintimates.com/intimate-apparel/AA3411.html) at $65 buoys without bulk! Stretchy yet supportive fabric, thick yet comfortable straps, and innovative seam placement ably position breasts where they belong. Wide size selection 30C-36G. Perfect for all all women... supportive and with a plunging neckline.. perfect for those low cut tops.