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in beautiful Delray Beach "The Village by the Sea"
in beautiful Delray Beach "The Village by the Sea"
Sharon Sartor
President and Proud Owner since 2001
President and Proud Owner since 2001
Fall is here and a new season of fun and exciting styles begins again--our October newsletter covered what some of the things that re “IN” for the season. We invite you to stop by and check out our new Fall collections arriving weekly or visit us online where we’ve recently done some updating.
FASHION - in each and every newsletter, we try to bring information that is fun, useful and relative to you in your everyday world. Since what you wear under your clothing is as important as the styles you wear, we thought we would address one of those issues that almost every woman complains about---THE BRA. While it may not seem like an exciting topic and it really isn’t something we carry in our boutique, a proper fitting bra is important. Studies show that up to 85% of women are wearing the wrong size bra. An ill-fitting bra is not only uncomfortable, it can make you look heavier than you actually are. Listed below are some of the most common fit-related problems and quick/easy solutions to those problems:
Problem:Your Bra Band Rides up in the Back
Solution:The band of your bra,(i.e. the bottom part that wraps around your body), should be level all the way around your chest. If it's riding up your back, the band is too large and you should size down to solve the problem. Remember, cups aren't uniform across band sizes, so--if you go down in band size (the number part of the sizing, such as 32 or 38), you may need to opt for a larger cup size. For example, if you need to size down from a 36C, you will probably want to try a 34D (“sister sizing” in the lingerie biz).
Problem:Your Bra Doesn't Sit Flush Against Your Skin
Solution:A bra that doesn't sit flush against your chest in the center typically indicates you're wearing a bra with cups that are too small for your breasts. Try sizing up in the cups for a better fit. If the entire band is riding up, size down in the band, as suggested above.
Problem:Your Breasts are Bulging at the Top of the Cups
Solution:If you're noticing the dreaded “quad boob" or “muffin top”-like chest issue, it means you need a larger cup size. If you generally wear a demi-bra (a bra with smaller half-cups), you might also want to try something more full-coverage to prevent fabric from cutting across your breasts.
Problem:Your Bra Cups are Puckering
Solution: Puckering is caused by the bra cups not being full of breast tissue. If you're not hooking your bra on the final hook, try tightening the band first for a quick and easy fix. If that doesn't solve the problem, opt for a smaller cup size.
Problem:Shoulder Straps Digging In
Solution:90% of your support should come from the band and the cups--not the shoulder straps. If you are experiencing discomfort, redness, or indentations in your shoulders, there are a few things you can do to determine where to make the right adjustment. First, slip your straps off your shoulders. If your bra slips down, you should size down on the band and up on the cups. If your bra does stay in place, consider a style with thicker straps that will spread the weight across your shoulders and not dig in as much.
Beauty - many of the top female Hollywood stars are chopping off their long locks and sporting chic and sophisticated crops like the one Halle Berry has been wearing for years. To give your cute pixie cut a modern edge with spiked pieces on top, rub styling cream through dry hair to create definition. To get the product that works best for your hair type, check with your favorite stylist. If you are in Delray Beach, we highly recommend Joseph John's Salon located at 900 E. Atlantic Ave., Suite 8, Delray Beach, FL 33483 (561) 274-9400.
FASHION - in each and every newsletter, we try to bring information that is fun, useful and relative to you in your everyday world. Since what you wear under your clothing is as important as the styles you wear, we thought we would address one of those issues that almost every woman complains about---THE BRA. While it may not seem like an exciting topic and it really isn’t something we carry in our boutique, a proper fitting bra is important. Studies show that up to 85% of women are wearing the wrong size bra. An ill-fitting bra is not only uncomfortable, it can make you look heavier than you actually are. Listed below are some of the most common fit-related problems and quick/easy solutions to those problems:
Problem:Your Bra Band Rides up in the Back
Solution:The band of your bra,(i.e. the bottom part that wraps around your body), should be level all the way around your chest. If it's riding up your back, the band is too large and you should size down to solve the problem. Remember, cups aren't uniform across band sizes, so--if you go down in band size (the number part of the sizing, such as 32 or 38), you may need to opt for a larger cup size. For example, if you need to size down from a 36C, you will probably want to try a 34D (“sister sizing” in the lingerie biz).
Problem:Your Bra Doesn't Sit Flush Against Your Skin
Solution:A bra that doesn't sit flush against your chest in the center typically indicates you're wearing a bra with cups that are too small for your breasts. Try sizing up in the cups for a better fit. If the entire band is riding up, size down in the band, as suggested above.
Problem:Your Breasts are Bulging at the Top of the Cups
Solution:If you're noticing the dreaded “quad boob" or “muffin top”-like chest issue, it means you need a larger cup size. If you generally wear a demi-bra (a bra with smaller half-cups), you might also want to try something more full-coverage to prevent fabric from cutting across your breasts.
Problem:Your Bra Cups are Puckering
Solution: Puckering is caused by the bra cups not being full of breast tissue. If you're not hooking your bra on the final hook, try tightening the band first for a quick and easy fix. If that doesn't solve the problem, opt for a smaller cup size.
Problem:Shoulder Straps Digging In
Solution:90% of your support should come from the band and the cups--not the shoulder straps. If you are experiencing discomfort, redness, or indentations in your shoulders, there are a few things you can do to determine where to make the right adjustment. First, slip your straps off your shoulders. If your bra slips down, you should size down on the band and up on the cups. If your bra does stay in place, consider a style with thicker straps that will spread the weight across your shoulders and not dig in as much.
Beauty - many of the top female Hollywood stars are chopping off their long locks and sporting chic and sophisticated crops like the one Halle Berry has been wearing for years. To give your cute pixie cut a modern edge with spiked pieces on top, rub styling cream through dry hair to create definition. To get the product that works best for your hair type, check with your favorite stylist. If you are in Delray Beach, we highly recommend Joseph John's Salon located at 900 E. Atlantic Ave., Suite 8, Delray Beach, FL 33483 (561) 274-9400.