IN FORM®

By Marcy Montgomery Jones
Cupid Intimates

It’s been said that wearing a poorly-fitting bra can do more damage than wearing no bra at all.  Here are a just few examples of the ways in which your bra may cause discomfort and injury when it’s not sized properly for your body.

1.  Bra straps that are too tight can, when worn over the course of many years, cause permanent indentations in the tops of your shoulders.  If nerves become impinged, numbness may also result.  When bra straps are too tight, they’re bearing too much weight.  When fitted properly, they should only be responsible for providing 10% of the breast support; 90% of the responsibility for holding your breasts at attention should be borne by your bra’s band.  If it’s loose, made of spongy fabric, or has been washed and worn so many times that its elastic fibers are breaking down, your band won’t do its job and will be your enemy, not your ally. (more…)

By Adam Welsch
TC® Fine Intimates

Known by a variety of names throughout the intimate apparel industry – such as “long leg,” “bike pant,” and simply “shaper” – the thigh slimmer is one silhouette that should be a part of every shapewear customer’s wardrobe.  Why?

1. The thigh slimmer addresses multiple problem areas at once.

True to its name, it expertly slims the inner thighs and prevents your legs from rubbing together when you walk.  But it also controls saddle bags, and smoothes cellulite, found on the outsides and back sides of the legs, respectively.  And, despite its name, it also flattens the tummy and can enhance the shape of your rear end.  Finally, depending on the style, it can also help control the midriff and prevent the appearance of the dreaded muffin top around your waist. (more…)

By Marcy Montgomery Jones
Cupid Intimates

If your body’s shape lies somewhere outside the range of common sizes, you undoubtedly encounter trouble shopping.  We’ve already discussed problems and solutions for the tall woman, but what about those for the small one?  If you’re petite, you know the central problem is always length – inseams, sleeves, and torsos are just too long.  But small women are also often swallowed by garments designed for those with fuller hips and larger busts.  One solution is to take your outerwear to a tailor.  If she’s experienced and there’s ample fabric, adjustments can be made to give you the proper fit for your small frame.  But what do you do about your shapewear?  Here are some helpful hints to allow you to confidently choose shapewear that will work well with your smaller body. (more…)

By Marcy Montgomery Jones
Cupid Intimates

Do you find yourself constantly pulling up your bra straps?  This issue vexes many ladies and limits their ability to build diverse bra wardrobes.  So why do bra straps fall off shoulders in the first place?  There are several possible reasons, and each one has a straightforward solution.

First, the shape of your body’s frame, particularly the slope of your shoulders, may simply make you prone to this phenomenon.  You won’t be able to alter your anatomy, but maintaining good posture will help.  Remember to keep your back straight, and your shoulders back, as much as possible. (more…)