Bras! Bras! Bras! Consumers spend $16 billion a year on bras. There are millions of styles out there. New ones are being invented everyday. Learn about some of the top styles and discover what you need in your wardrobe. We are still a society that judges by how you look. Look great underneath with the appropriate bra for the appropriate outfit and occasion. You will look and feel 100% better on the inside and outside.

• Underwire Bras- thin flexible wire for added support to bra cups. 75% of women own underwire bras. They are more supportive on the breasts. Bras look sexier in underwires, as well.
• Soft Cup Bras- without wires, may be padded or lined. No wires will poke through. They are becoming more supportive with side sling action. They are great if you had surgery. There are limited styles but many woman enjoy the comfort without the wires.
• Seamless Bras- without seamed cups. 68% of women own this bra. This is a must have bra. It is great for any outfit no matter how thin of material on your dress or blouse.
• T-Shirt Bras- smooth line under the clothes. Look for molded cup to fit the shape of the breast and to hide the nipples. This is a great bra for t-shirt and jeans.
• Strapless Bras- no straps, designed for strapless outfit. 39% of women own and 1% wear this bra. This bra is great for those special evenings when you have that strapless dress or blouse.
• Sports Bras- designed for moderate to intense physical activity. 56% of women own this bra.
• Minimizer Bras- reduces bustline, redistributes the breast tissue on the sides. Most reduce bustline up to an inch. Many styles tend to flatten the breasts.
• Plunge Bras- low cut bras, part of the band joins the cup below the nipple level. Great under low-cut tops. Accentuates the cleavage.
• Multi-Position Bras- detachable straps that are worn criss-cross, strapless, regular, halterneck, one shoulder, removed, and more. Perfect for any outfit.
• Demi Bras- covers half of the breast and nipples. It gives you a straight bustline without the extra push-up effect. Shorter wires are more comfortable and great for lower cut dresses and blouses.
• Full Cup Bras- cups completely covers the breast. Designed for big busted women. These bras do not necessarily go up in band size. If you are a DD and above, you can find your cup size here.
• Full Figure/Plus Size Bras- bras designed for large busted and full figure women. 46% of women own this bra. These bras come in large cup and large band sizes. You can find sizes up to K.
• Molded Bras- cups machine made to mirror natural shape of the women’s breast for comfort, support. Usually double material or some padding to hide the nipples. Very popular bra that gives extra support because of the molding.
• Balcony Bras- wide set straps, wide center for frame effect. Less coverage for appearance of horizontal bustline and cleavage.
• Padded Bras- fuller looking bust, great cleavage, with the help of padding in the cups. 29% of women own this bra.
• Push-Up Bras- fuller looking bust, great cleavage, with or without padding. It is designed to push the breasts upward. 30% of women own these bras. Great to flaunt your stuff. If you are a large busted woman, no need for the extra lift.
• Maternity Bras- designed for breastfeeding with a drop down cup that can be easily opened. Many women like a maternity bra that opens in the front.

Bras are the foundation of our wardrobe. Choose the bra style for the outfit, your lifestyle, and the occasion. Some bra styles overlap. For example, the most popular everyday bras are the seamless/t-shirt/underwire bras. For the larger size women, it is the seamless/plus size/ underwire bras. Bras have many purposes in our lives. Push-Up, plunge, and padded bras can bring both that wanted and unwanted attention. Strapless bras are perfect for those nights when you wear that strapless dress. Sports bras are perfect for exercise. Maternity bras are made for nursing. For today’s woman, we need many styles of bras. Each time you choose your outfit or plan a special evening, think about your bras. Happy Bra Shopping!!! - Susan Gilbert