By Dana Donofree, Founder of AnaOno
For many women, conversations about breast health begin with mammograms and self-exams. But increasingly, breast health intersects with another area of medicine that isn’t discussed nearly enough: plastic surgery.
Whether it’s a breast reduction to relieve years of back pain, reconstruction after cancer, implant removal, or gender-affirming top surgery, more people are making decisions about their breasts than ever before. Yet despite advances in … Read More
By Dana Donofree, Founder of AnaOno
In the world of intimate apparel, we are often the first line of support for women navigating body changes. Yet one of the most misunderstood conditions affecting breast health is lymphedema. It is frequently confused with post-surgical swelling. For certified fitters and store owners, understanding the difference is essential to serving your customer with both knowledge and compassion.
Let’s start with discussing the difference … Read More
The new year often arrives with a lot of noise. “New year, new you” headlines, long lists of resolutions, and pressure to overhaul your life overnight can feel overwhelming; especially for those navigating a year of health-related issues that may include treatment, recovery, or life after a diagnosis.
For many in our community, the body has already been through enough. Surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, hormonal changes … Read More
By DANA DONOFREE
Brenda in AnaOno’s Brandy Trish Molded Cup Bra and No-Show Brief
When I first met Becky Yee, creator of The Beyond Pink Project, I was immediately drawn to the intention behind her work. Becky isn’t just taking photographs; she’s capturing stories, strength, and transformation. Her images stop time in the moments that too often go unseen. When you ask Becky about her project she says:… Read More
By DANA DONOFREE
The Cancer Culture x AnaOno runway at New York Fashion Week was not about spectacle, it was about protest. Every model walking was a patient, survivor, or thriver demanding equity, research, and change.
We’ve worn the ribbons. We’ve walked the walks. But awareness alone hasn’t stopped the dying. Every single day, 116 women die of metastatic breast cancer in the U.S. and still, only 2–5% of breast … Read More
By Dana Donofree, Founder of AnaOno
At AnaOno, we believe that when you feel good, you heal better. For customers preparing for breast or chest surgery—whether cancer-related, cosmetic, or gender-affirming—selecting the right post-surgical garment can make a tremendous difference in both comfort and recovery. As specialty retailers, you are often the ones guiding these conversations and helping your customers prepare for one of the most important times in their lives.… Read More
By DANA DONOFREE, owner of AnaOno
Is it just us, or is it getting hot in here? Welcome to “Hot Flash Summer,” where we’re turning up the conversation on menopause and breast health, because it’s about time! For decades, menopause was whispered about behind closed doors, dismissed as “just getting older,” or chalked up to “Mom’s just sweaty again.” But now, with more women sharing their stories and a … Read More
