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Before COVID quarantine, at least 80% of women were wearing the wrong size bra. After months at home baking bread, enjoying ZOOM happy hours and seeking comfort in the couch, that number is probably higher.
Women’s bodies go through so many changes- weight loss/gain, pregnancy, post-pregnancy, perimenopause, menopause, getting in shape, getting out of shape- and with each body change the bra size changes too.
Many women don’t know they are wearing the wrong size, having become accustomed to the discomforts of a bad fit. Here are a few bad bra clues: Underwires are not supposed to hurt. Straps should not dig in or fall off. Bands should not ride up. Your bra should be comfortable.
Did you recognize your current bra situation in those clues? When was your last bra fitting?
Okay, we get it. With all you juggle in a day paired with concerns over the pandemic, scheduling a bra fitting might not top your agenda but it should. Here’s why:
Many women suffer back pain, shoulder pain and even headaches from the weight of improperly supported breasts. It is important not to over compress the breast tissue or force it into a bad fit because this will constrict blood flow and cause the tissue to lose density and firmness, hastening the effects of time and gravity
Breasts come in all different sizes and shapes, as unique as the women they belong to. Yet, most chain retailers offer 10-20 basic sizes in maybe two or three styles. Those bras may be great for the 10 or 20 people who fit those sizes, but what about the rest of us?
At à la mode intimates, we offer over 150 bra size combinations, with bands from 28-48 and cups from AA-O. So many sizes. Where to start? Enter the professionally certified bra fit specialist.
At à la mode intimates, our fitters go through an extensive training program. Since 2004 we have been serving the bra sizing needs of women in Maryland, Virginia, and DC. In fact, we literally wrote the book on bra fitting, as many manufacturers ask us to participate in training their prospective bra fitters. When you schedule a bra fitting at à la mode, you are working with a highly trained professional who can help determine your size in a style to suit you.
Every woman deserves the chance to feel good about her body and herself. You will be amazed at the difference the right fit makes. It’s your turn.
Your next step? We are currently open by appointment only for bra fittings. We are taking extreme measures to ensure your safety. We build in time between appointments for appropriate cleaning. We require face masks though out the visit. Our staff observes strict hand washing and sanitizing procedures.
We welcome you to visit our website or social media pages (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) to become more familiar with our boutique and our staff. Our inventory includes sports bras, everyday bras, nursing bras, bralettes, sleepwear, panties, lingerie, swimwear and more. We offer a great selection, award-winning customer service and we will match competitor’s prices on an identical item. Set up your appointment in our Annapolis location online. We look forward to meeting you!
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