Panache Andorra Review

Hello again dear readers, hope your having a great 2013. This time I wanted to do a review of the Andorra.

The Andorra by Panache is a very soft feeling bra that is sexy. The design on the bra itself is really pretty. Luckily, this is one of the bras that you do not need to hand wash which I can appreciate *even though I always hand wash now*. My only concern about this bra is it looks like it would not hold up well if you have to do strenuous activity and work. I will have to update later about the price.They offered some really neat colors on this bra from what I remember, I wish I had picked up the lagoon one but black goes good with everything :)
- After a few months, I will say the band feels very tight as well, and unfortunately this does not fit me as well as it used to. It is a lovely bra but I feel that Panache bands always run tight compared to some others :(

Support Level-Medium to really good
Price Tag-??
 Washing/Care-Hand washing is probably best but in a lingerie bag shouldn't be too bad on the delicate cycle.
Colors/Design-I appreciate that they offered some nice colors on this one!
Complaints-I am a little concerned about it being used for days where you have to do lifting/working but other than that, its a great bra.
Comments-This one is a really great bra as well that is definately worth picking up. Give it a try, and I am pretty sure you will like it. I like how comfortable it is and if you do gain a few inches in the bust, this wont be a huge deal in this bra unlike some others.
Rating-5/5

Natori Calais Review

Hello dear readers. Hopefully you are having a great Saturday!I have more reviews on the way but for now, I wanted to focus on the Natori Calais. This bra is actually one of my favorites, it is very supportive, and seems to conform to your body. Out of my whole collection, this is one of the most comfortable ones yet. I would argue it is well worth the price, which is 64 dollars. The patterns on this bra are gorgeous and unique, and I would love to see more bras like this. For me, this is one of the bras I have that I always love wearing, and out of my collection, I would argue one of the best. In terms of material-this is probably a bra to be careful with if you are doing strenuous activity. I would say if you are thinking of buying a Natori bra for yourself for Christmas, this is the one to go with.

Support Level-Medium to really good
Price Tag-$64.00
Washing/Care-Hand washing is recommended.
Colors/Design-This is by far one of my favorite designs on a bra. It is really gorgeous
Complaints-More colors would be nice.
Comments-This is by far my favorite bra out of my entire collection. If you need a new bra, and don't mind hand washing, pick this one up right away.
Rating-5/5

Are bras a neccesity for women? (Comments welcomed,)

Hi again dear readers. I wanted to post this about perspective on bras. I want to hear/discuss from my readers if this is possible.

 I know for a fact many women have thought of going bra-less, due to the fact that firstly, an improper fitting one can be agonizing, but bras can be expensive as well. So here is my question, why do we wear them?

I would argue we wear them for multiple reasons. Half of those reasons our for ourselves, but the others are for our society.

 While there is no proof *as far as I know* that not wearing a bra can cause sagging, some people believe that. I personally wear bras to support my bust during harder work days, where I am moving around a lot.

 I have felt the horrors of wearing an improperly fitting bra during heavy activity, and can remember the pain vividly. I wanted to share a story of my own about why bras are really important. I took up the job mowing my family's eight acre property, and I was wearing a flimsy bra (think, the cheap XL/L sports bras that have universal sizing) that did not support me at all. I recall the last part was brutal because the last part I mowed was extremely bumpy, and all that bouncing around was incredibly painful. I would not wish that on anyone.

 I also think that it is socially unacceptable in our culture to not wear a bra, interestingly enough. At least in a retail/professional setting. Think of employers-if they interviewed two busty women, one who didn't wear a bra, my guess is she would not be hired.

So in review-I believe we wear them because we are expected to. I have heard women who don't wear bras in public be called *slobs* and *mannerless*. I also believe they help us when they fit properly *protect us against prying eyes, help support them during our active lifestyle, help us seem more professional*
 I also can understanding not wanting people to be staring at your chest throughout the day *bras help that typically*.

So, my question to my readers tonight is why do you wear a bra? Do you think as women we are conditioned/expected to wear them? Do you wear them for personal reasons or a bit of both? Do you think its acceptable, or unacceptable for a woman to not wear a bra in public?

Natori Sheer Luxe Review

Hi again. I wanted to post a few new reviews tonight, but this one is my first review of the night. The Sheer Luxe by Natori is a wonderful bra, that is supportive, and has wonderful material. I will say at first, I was worried because I heard/felt the bra shifting/conforming to my breast tissue at work, and I was concerned the bra was ripping as I was wearing it. My current occupation, I put merchandise away at a Pet store, but also cashier. This bra handled my job extremely well, and still is holding up well. This bra is very comfortable, and fits nicely. They offer three different colors, Black and white, red and white, and tan and white if I am not mistaken. This is one of my favorites and is definitely worth the 50 dollar price tag. My only complaint is that the cup actually ends right where the nipple area is, and this makes me a bit nervous when it is cooler outside. The colors are beautiful, and I do not think the photos do it justice. This bra is really comfortable, and I would say a welcomed addition to my lingerie drawer.

Support Level-Medium to really good
Price Tag-$50.00
Washing/Care-Lingerie bag is fine, use on delicate cycle in a lingerie bag is preferred.
Colors/Design-Beautiful, the photos do not do justice.
Complaints: I only wish the cup went above the nipple area, I am a bit worried as the temperatures drop. Otherwise, it fits pretty good. The band seems a bit tight but it may need stretched out.
Comments: I love how sturdy the material is, I was so nervous at first but this is excellent. This is a bra you can be active in,and do not need to worry about tearing.
Rating-4 out of 5

The importance of proper fitting *and consequences of improper ones*

Hi dear readers. There will be another bra review in about a week or two. I decided it is a bit more fun to keep the reviews or new bras as a surprise until the day of the review. I wanted to today talk about why proper fit is important. This is just from personal experience, everyone may feel different about it but I recall in some books on bras that certain things can definitely happen with proper, or improper fit.

So lets begin with proper fit-Proper fit feels great, you feel supported and you may even feel empowered or confident *I know when my bra fit well, I felt like a rockstar*. My posture was better, I stood up taller, and overall, felt better about myself.  Also you will not have to worry about things all day like straps falling down, back pain, headaches, and other pains as well. Bras can really make you feel great, but they can also make your day miserable. I highly recommend a good fitter because even with the measure at home technique, it is easy to go wrong. Lets take for example your band is right at 31 or 33-if you have a good fitter, you will know exactly what size band to get and what cup size to get. If I did my measurements from home, I know for a fact I would get the wrong size *especially if we use the bad plus four or six rule for band size*

When your bra doesn't fit properly, some people have back pain, neck pain, headaches, emotional, and mental stress. I remember personally going through a job interview and my straps kept falling, even though the day wasn't awful, I was in a bad mood due to that. If you work a demanding job, and your bra doesn't fit, you may spend time adjusting/fixing it. I have noticed some jobs, if you take any time for yourself, thats forbidden, let alone if you keep having to fix/adjust your bra. If you are physically active, and working, you owe it to yourself to be fitted in a proper fitting bra. I have spent years in the wrong size, and I can tell you, I wish I could go back now, get fitted, and I would have probably been a bit happier person. Keep in mind, we are expected to wear our bras all day, so if it isn't fitting, you have guaranteed yourself a day of possibly headaches, back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, and being moody *that's what it did for me*.

Have a great day!

If you are having bra issues, I can try to help you(leave a comment in the comment section if you like) but I strongly urge you to find a fitter and get fitted, especially for October, or Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I highly recommend A Sophisticated Pair because Erica is by far the best fitter I know

Natori Yogi

Hi dear readers, hope you had a wonderful weekend!

Today, my Natori Yogi bra arrived and it blew me away with how wonderful it was. This is by-far my new favorite bra. It is a bit more pricey thank the regular Natori Sports bras but still as comfortable, and this one feels a little more supportive, as in it held me together better. My only complaint is I wish they had more colors, this is a fantastic bra otherwise, and I would be happy to buy a few more of these if they had different colors. In terms of material, it is a very soft, and sturdy material. I really enjoyed working today due to how great this bra was. Pick this one up when you get a chance, I think you will love it.

Support Level-Medium to really good. As with most sports bras, this doesn't seem to work well with extenders so I would avoid using one on an extender.
Price Tag-$64
Washing/Care-Hand washing is not needed, you can use it in a lingerie bag or on delicate cycle *or both*
Colors/Design-Nicely designed, wish they had more colors though.
Complaints: As with most sports bras, the material is a bit tight in the band.
Comments:This bra is sturdy, and supportive. No problems with it.
Rating-Five out of five stars.
Have a great night!

Natori Body Lace Double

Hello dear readers, I know it has been awhile. Lets begin with the Natori review. The bra itself is very sturdy, and wonderful *very comfortable as well*.  The colors it comes in are black and nude, and the price tag is 70 dollars. For the price, it is a wonderful bra,comfortable, and very supportive. I very much like this bra, and actually wish I had another one. I wish it was a little cheaper, and they offered more colors, but honestly, that is about the only flaw. I would recommend using caution when wearing this if you are working hard, as this bra is a bit delicate.

Support Level-Great
Price Tag-$70
Washing/Care-Hand wash only.
Colors/Design-Design is pretty, although I wish they offered more colors/
Complaints: I really like this bra however, this is a bra that needs hand washed. If you are always on the go, and don't like hand washing, this probably isn't the best one for you. The price tag is a bit high, but understandable.
Comments: This is a soft, smooth bra that is excellent, and seems to fit really well.This is one of my favorite bras byfar, along with the Calais.
Rating-Five out of five, this bra is heavenly.


Hope you have a wonderful night!