Posts Tagged ‘bra fitting’

In today’s episode of “A Secret Worth Sharing“, I share my ultimate bra secret for making even the toughest looks work - the convertible bra. Unruly bra straps are no longer a fashion faux paus!

Ladies, get “the girls” the best bra support

Last week I had the opportunity to meet eight fabulous women in NYC who were lacking support, and by that I mean that their breasts were drooping. Those girls and their “girls” needed a lift. They were among the many thousands who entered a contest - announced on ABC’s The View - to be flown to NYC for three days, receive an on-camera makeover from me and star in their very own webisode that would air throughout the year as part of the PlaytexBraMakeover series. This year, I insisted that we kick it up a notch, and besides giving our ladies a well-needed lift in the boob department with new bras, I wanted to give the ladies a stylish new head-to-toe look.

Let’s face it, once your breasts are in the right place, your clothes will instantly fit better and look better on your body.

I fell for these ladies hook, line and sinker. They came as duos - mother/daughter, sisters and best friends. In less than 72 hours we gals shared laughter and swapped plenty of stories of boobydom, boyfriends, husbands and our best gal pals. Whether we call them girls, puppies, melons, kiddies, boobies, too big or barely there, it’s true… we all have a story to share.

Thank you all for sharing your breast stories with me and letting me reshape your look with some bra and girlfriend support, along with new outfits to help you proudly stand tall and at attention.

And to cap off a return back to LA, I received these lovely thank you notes from two of the gals, Tuesday & Toniann.

Alison,

Since I have been back in Virginia all I can do is think about where I was this time last week.

It was in wonderful New York City enjoying time on the set with people like yourself, and the rest of the gang who worked on the Playtex Bra Makeover!

I can’t tell you how it has changed me. I wish I could’ve put it in words when I was there but I froze up. Anyway here is what I should have said when they asked me “What do you think about Alison”:

I think the world of Alison because she has changed my world. It is a wonderful feeling to look down and see my breasts standing up at attention versus sagging below my belt line! I am so happy with the way my new Playtex 18 hr bra feels. I would have to say for a woman who is beautiful outside she is also beautiful inside.

My experience in New York is one that I will forever remember and be proud of. I just hope the pictures reflect what I was feeling - like a queen!! Thank you Alison and if you are ever in Virginia Beach - please look me up!

Have a blessed week!

Tuesday
Aka “Boobsday”

Alison,

It was so wonderful meeting you last week! Thank you so much for the fabulous time we had and all the great fashion tips you gave us! We will never forget our time in NYC with you and the wonderful people involved with our makeover! We cannot wait to see the finished project! Thanks again!

Toniann

Intimates

Playtex Custom Flex Fit Bandini, two for $24

I’m proud of my full size A cup perky girls. And these new bandinis from Barely There are my new go-to bras to wear under tanks and tees for Pilates and Bar Method classes. Super comfy and stay in place. You can wear the bandini multiple ways including skipping the straps and wearing as a bandeau style bra. The bra comes in multiple colors so you can match with your clothes or make it appear as an intentional layering piece. Or layer two bras on top of each other as a non-cardio sports style bra.
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Donna Karan: The Body Perfect Collection, $35

Every girl, no matter her size, needs a little smoothing at times under her clothes. I was introduced to DK’s Body Perfect a few years ago and while I don’t wear them often, it has come in handy under a Diane Von Furstenberg dress or those silky fabrics where even a thong line would be visible. I choose smooth and nearly flawless over vpl’s any day.
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The Nakeds by Victoria Secret’s, 3 for $30

No reason your everyday underwear has to resemble granny panties. Whether wearing a pattern that growls or simply solid black these “Nakeds” by VS are smooth against your bum and nearly invisible under most clothes. I’ve stocked up on these and the thongs for a whole new panty drawer.
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