It’s always exciting when a brand chooses to expand their size ranges, and Parfait, with their appealing, classic designs and budget-friendly price points, was a fan favorite practically from their launch for a size expansion. Earlier this year came the surprise announcement that they would offer three styles up to a K-cup (UK cup sizes, […] Read more…
Even though it took me a while to try Panache’s “Jasmine” style, when I fell for it I fell hard. That single bra converted me back to being a Panache customer after some of their other long-standing shapes just didn’t seem to suit my boobs, and its generous size range, great rounded shape, low-profile seams, […] Read more…
One of the perks of abruptly changing cup sizes over the last year has been the discovery that all of a sudden I can wear Elomi bras. Elomi’s recent collections have really upped their game in terms of style and fit, and their Autumn/Winter 2013 collection looks to be absolutely gorgeous. They were one of […] Read more…
As part of my homework for The Fab Fit Academy, I have to fit and interview 5-10 “customers” a week. As I don’t currently work in retail, this means scheduling some time with volunteers who will let me take them to a department store and fit them there using the store’s inventory. This weekend saw […] Read more…
Hey friends. This isn’t a real post, except to share some good things going on in the world and keeping me busy, which, as The Worst March of Them All (weather-wise) drags on, is a good thing. ** Big News: I’m currently enrolled in a bra-fit certification program led by Ali Cudby, author of Busted!, which […] Read more…
When I laid out my personal ground rules for lingerie boutiques a few weeks ago, I was pleased to hear that many women, customers and store owners alike, agreed with me. One commenter, however, pointed out that I hadn’t mentioned at all that there were things the customer could do to ensure a good experience. […] Read more…
or How I Will Run the First American Bravissimo, Because Obviously They’d Just Let an Internet Stranger Run the First Overseas Expansion of their Baby There has been a lot of internet chatter lately about the new Lifetime series Double Divas, which purports to educate American women about good fit, bra sizes, and breast health, […] Read more…
I had no idea how much I’d love this thing. None at all. I’ve flirted with built-in bra camisole tops in the past, but that was many, many cup sizes ago. I understand the appeal: you can wear a thin-strapped camisole without showing off your bra straps, yet still feel perfectly supported. I know some people really, […] Read more…