love for lingerie~

 No matter your size, style needs, or price range..
I love lingerie. I truly believe that a strategically placed hint of hot pink or dash of lace can truly influence how I feel and act. Whether you believe that or not, it’s undeniable that a great bra can have a HUGE impact on how your clothes fit and, in turn, how you look.

1. The T-Shirt Bra

The T-Shirt Bra is your basic, go-to, everyday bra. Generally, T-shirt bras are lightly padded, or simply lined, to create a nice shape. T-shirt bras look great under tank tops, button ups, and obviously, form fitting tees.

2. The Strapless Bra

We all know how uncomfortable an ill-fitting strapless bra can be. If you get the wrong size, you face a few fashion issues–it’s too tight, it falls down, or it just looks awkward. A strapless bra that fits well, however, is your best friend. It will get you through strapless dresses, tank tops, halters, and one-shoulders without missing a beat.
When purchasing a strapless bra, it often helps to spend a bit more money and go to a department store to get fitted and find the best selections for your size. If you can, invest in a bra that is specifically strapless and not a convertible–in most cases, they tend have better construction and fit. Look for details such as internal gel strips, wire or plastic-reinforced side panels, and wide backs and sides for bras that will stay up and on.

3. The Push-Up Bra

Every girl needs a great push-up bra. Whether you wear it to show off some cleavage, enhance your cup size, or just to treat yourself to a little sexy secret, a fabulous push-up is a wardrobe must.Depending on your cup-size and what look you’re going for, you can pick a push-up with no padding or a lot of padding. If you’re looking for something on the more extreme end of the spectrum, there are bras filled with air, gel, and water that will increase your overall size and contribute to some killer cleavage. Because of these extra inserts, expect to spend a bit more on this type of bra.

There is so much variety in push-up bras now! You can have basic black or hot pink leopard print with lace – have fun with color and get something that makes you feel great.
Also, when it comes to picking your perfect push-up, make sure that you have classy (not smashed!) cleavage and lots of lift and support. The fit has to be right – if it’s too tight or too loose, look elsewhere!

4. The Sports Bra

If you work out at all, you need to wear a sports bra! I cannot stress the importance of this enough.
A good sports bra keeps the girls in place and supports your back while you’re feeling the burn. Not enough to make you wear one? Did you know that your breasts can fly almost 8 inches outward when you run? Or, consider the fact that you have ligaments in your breasts that stretch over the course of your exercise program–this stretching can lead to sagging! Put a sports bra on the twins and call it a day.
If you’re a larger cup size, it can be incredibly difficult to find a sports bra that is supportive, comfortable, and fits correctly. Unfortunately, you won’t be able to pick up any old sports bra at Target like smaller chested girls, but there are bras on the market that will work for you!

A great bra for small and full-chested girls alike is the Shock Absorber bra (available at Figleaves). Shock Absorber bras come in different support levels from 1-4, 1 for small cup sizes doing low-impact exercise, and 4 for large cup sizes doing “extreme” impact exercises like running or soccer.
For the college gym, the Shock Absorber Support Level 3 Crossback crop top bra is a great pick. The padded straps can be worn traditionally or cross back, the bra is made from a fabric that helps to wick away sweat, and it has internal cups with hidden layers. It also features a two-hook back with hook and eye closure. Shock Absorber bras are sized like traditional bras and the Crossback comes in sizes 32 A-D, 34-36 A-DD, and 38 B-DD.

5. The Wireless Bra

Wireless bras are great for comfortable support. If you don’t like the feeling of that constricting, sometimes painful underwire, wireless bras are a great option for creating an almost identical look with a more relaxed feel.
Wear a wire-free bra as you would any other! They’re lightweight but still look great under tops, wrap dresses, sweat shirts, and pajamas for those of you who wear bras to bed. If you’re looking for shape, choose a wireless bra that is lined and has smooth fabric. If you like how wireless bras feel and aren’t looking for support, lace bralettes are a great way to go.

Your Thoughts?

Are you a lingerie lover? What’s your go-to, every day bra? Is it hard for you to find sizes or styles you like? Are you plain-jane or a wild girl with your unmentionables? Let us know with your comments!