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Beware The Bra That Is Too Comfortable
At its core, a bra is a mechanical device to provide support to the breasts.. Now, we've women have obviously gone to great lengths to turn it into something a bit more fashionable and sexy. That doesn't mean that the core function should be dismissed. This is particularly true when a comfortable bra masks an underlying support problem. How can you have a bra that is both comfortable and deficient in supporting you properly? There are a couple of different ways. Let's take a closer look. Many bras come with a bra band that is adjustable. You can effectively make the bra tighter or looser around your midsection as needed. So, let's say you find the perfect bra and wear four times a week for three months. As the fourth month begins, you notice it is a bit loose. You make an adjustment to tighten it. Unless you've lost weight, you have a problem because the band is stretching out. When it does this, it means it is wearing out. This may seem a small problem, but it is actually a big one because the band provides the vast majority of support for the breasts. If it is loose and moving around, that support is going to be poor. A second problem area that comes up all the time has to do with the cups. Grab one of your bras and take a close look at it. It may look delicate at first glance, but it is not. The band, straps and cup frames are sturdy. The surface of the cups, however, is not. The simple fact is most cups are not sturdy enough to last as long as the rest of the bra. This is because bra designers know that the bras that have the most comfortable cups tend to sell the best. Since they are trying to make a buck, the cups are flimsy but very soft. So, why is this a problem? The answer is found in the bottom of the cups. If you are wearing the right size bra, your breasts should be firmly encased in the cups. Not to tightly, but not loose either. As the cups begin to stretch or sag from wear and tear, guess what happens? Yes, your breasts do the same. The sagging will be minor at first, but will grow with continued wearing of the bra. If the cups become severely distress, you could end up wearing a bra, but getting absolutely no benefit from it. At this point, you are probably wondering how often you should change out your bras. The truth of the matter is there is no correct answer. Factors include how often you wear the bra, how you clean it, the type of bra and your bust size. A bra that is worn once a month is obviously going to last longer than one worn twice a week. The best you can do is to conduct an inspection of your bra before putting it on every morning. When it comes to modern bras, designers are hell bent on creating comfort. This is a good thing, but make sure the support is not be compromised in favor of comfort with your favorite bras as they age. Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com Tiffany Hart writes for DivaBras.com - your online resource for plus size bras and lingerie from leading brands like Le Mystere, Goddess, Chantelle, Freya, Panache and more. |
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