This blog is about a different kind of product, a book written by my esteemed colleague, Elisabeth Dale. The book, The Bra Zone, is a comprehensive tome about all things bras. It is not a basic fit manual, like so many other stories out there, but rather, a well-researched insight into every issue a woman (or man) could possibly confront in her/ his journey to breast acceptance. If I owned … Read More
By ELISABETH DALE
More and more men are struggling to find bras to support their developing breasts. Gynecomastia (male breast growth) is a well-documented medical condition linked to several causes, and is a side effect of many common prescription and over-the-counter drugs. According to some experts, nearly half of all men will experience gynecomastia at some point in their lives but will be too embarrassed to consult a … Read More
By ELISABETH DALE
Why do women get breast implants? It’s the No 1 cosmetic surgery in the US, even though it carries with it the burden of judgment and dismissal. So what’s driving these women? Are they young and insecure? Superficial? Desperate?
The answers might surprise you.
Of the 300,000 implant procedures in the US in 2013 (up 37% since 2000 and still rising), the breakdown by age, according to … Read More
By Elisabeth Dale
I hate having to throw away old bras. I’m not even sure why it’s so hard. I know they don’t last forever.
Yet many feel like good friends, and it’s tough to let go of these formerly supportive relationships. Sometimes I remember where I bought a particular bra, in what city or store, who I was with, and if I wore it on a special occasion. I’ve … Read More
By Elisabeth Dale
Despite all the breast cancer “awareness,” there’s little discussion about how modern breast cancer treatments impact a woman’s day-to-day life, especially when it comes to post-surgical intimate apparel. Too often there’s an assumption that the end result of a breast cancer diagnosis a new set of perkier boobs. But that over-simplification is at odds with the reality of today’s breast cancer treatment options.
Some patients have … Read More
By Elisabeth Dale
Recent survey results from bra retailer, Intimacy, revealed that American women are wearing bigger bras than they did 20 years ago. The average size reportedly jumped from 34B to 34DD. Media outlets covered this news with headlines such as “breasts getting bigger,” or “America’s cups runneth over.” It was shocking to think that women’s busts had tripled in size. But is it true? Or could women, thanks … Read More
By Elisabeth Dale
There’s a growing segment of the female population ignored by the intimate apparel industry. They desire beautiful and stylish quality intimates, are savvy consumers, and have the necessary disposable income to buy what they want. So what’s their problem? They, like me, are women 50 years of age and older.
I understand why lingerie and swimwear models reflect the attributes of youth. Perky breasts, tight skin, and … Read More