I know that there are a great deal of important issues to discuss – the election, the olympics, global warning, the Kardashians – but can we deviate from the norm here, and talk about me for once? Specifically, I’d like to talk about my underwear.
I have never had the sort of figure that necessarily requires a bra, and in fact for the first 20-odd years of my life, I rarely wore one unless I was pregnant or nursing. The straps itched and the whole thing seemed to be a little ridiculous to “support” my “breasts”, but then I discovered the sports bra, which is a very comfortable item and which is basically the only type of bra that I’ve worn in the last decade. The other day, I realized that my last sports bra was a little threadbare, so I went to a local sporting goods shop and I purchased a PADDED SPORTS BRA!. I am shouting the words in caps, because my life has been altered drastically since I acquired this amazing item.
Everyone, pay attention, this is important news. Men seem to really like to look at women with large breasts. I know, you all thought this was a myth, so did I. But it’s a fact.
Just thought I’d share.
The brand? “Made in China.” Well, that’s the only thing it said on the label, so it should be pretty easy to find one. Just Google “bra made in china.” How many could there be?
Choking on my tea here. Cannot stop laughing.
So just how much padding are we talking here Dolly? And yes men do look at boobs, its a fact.
Try on an underwire bra. Your eyes will pop out of your OWN head.
The best feeling in the world is when you take your bra off at the end of the day!
Are you sure they make bras in China? I searched and nothing came up. I didn’t know that we traded with them. I’ll try again.
You mean to tell me that you don’t dress up in frilly, sexy Victoria Secretions products to please your man? Well, I’m not woman enough so I do.
Great blog, Ann. Thanks for the laugh!
My boobs are too large for my body. And I’m newly pregnant again so I’m afraid they’re about to get bigger. Right now they are great–like Kate Winslet on a couch in Titanic great–but I’m well aware that I’m en route for National Geographic boobs in no time. I’ve always been wicked jealous of smaller boobs. Being able to wear cute little strapless dresses without a bra? What’s that like?! I’d imagine it’s heavenly, not to mention so comfortable. And it’d be so great to find a bathing suit that fits a size 2 bottom and an XL top. Alien proportions, I tell you, it’s not natural.
Oh Lauren, I hear you!!! I wear a 36G and I’ve never been able to buy strapless dresses/tops, etc…even with a bra it’s awkward. For bathing suits – I order them from Exelnt Designs online. They will custom make them based on your measurements. As far as men looking?? I often find myself scooching to look some men in the eye when we are talking. “They” get way too much attention!!
you are so funny! I’m laughing my bra off
We should go into a custom dress making business.
So funny, I remember those pointy things from the fifties in your picture. Lordy! if gave a hug you would injure someone in those bras.
You are so funny!
As always, DYING LAUGHING.
I too am jealous of people who can go strapless
In the interest of gallantry (and not getting whacked upside my head), I will have no comments about the present subject matter.
Having said that, it’s actually quite ironic (and funny) that Mrs. Leary’s husband once devoted part of his stand-up routine to…well, you can see/hear it for yourself here (caution: adult content!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZxDgb2nWEA
I hope my sister doesn’t mind if I tell this story. My sister has an amazing body and somehow got the great bosom in the family. Once, I was sharing a room with her on a trip of some kind and was surprised to see her going to bed wearing a sports bra. I asked her why she was wearing it and she said that she didn’t like having her breasts squashing each other while she was sleeping (or something, I was really drunk). I tried to imagine this sensation and then had to admit to her that my breasts never squashed each other and in fact, I suspected that neither of my breasts knew the other existed. I guess you had to be there. And be drunk. And then be told what you said the next morning because you couldn’t remember…
Mine have only gotten acquainted post menopause.
I’m laughing out loud! I can so relate to you Ann, mine also haven’t had a chance to meet. There is a funny story about it: my boyfriend, like any man I suppose, likes breasts (go figure). He probably likes them larger than mine are. Anyhow, we were disusing a picture of one large breasted woman one day and she had a hole between her breasts (they weren’t touching each other, I don’t know how else to say it) and I commented something on that and than he said: well you have the hole between your breasts too, but for a different reason. Well, that’s the one way to put it, though Ann said it much nicer.
don’t mind possible errors, English is a foreign language for me and it got kind of rusty with time
Loving the stories! The latest one about your sister is a hoot. I can so relate!
Haha. This whole post is a “hoot!”
Laughing out loud. I’ve hated my large chest that appeared overnight at age 11. I’m so jealous of people that can wear a bra as an option. Me, it’s a necessity and yes like your sister, I have to sleep in one as well.
Laughing hysterically…I also awoke at age 11 with an ample bosom…I attended parochial school, and we wore jumpers…needless to say I was seated in the back of the class. Can’t recall ever having the option to not where one….Been gone for awhile glad to see things haven’t changed xo
Ha. Does anyone remember the movie Then and Now? Where one teenaged girl stuffs her bra and can’t wait to grow boobies, and another girl duct tapes her growing chest and never wants to grow a pair. Great flick. The very definition of being a prepubescent girl.
Poor boobies, so misunderstood. I had a professional bra fitting – went in a 36C and came out a 34D!
Sandy, I have heard a lot of different remarks in regards to professional bra fittings, what is your honest opinion on that, please share. At Nordstrom’s in the bra dept they have professionals on staff to help fit you, I thought it was corny until one of these ladies really did help me. What a difference!
I tried a dept. store and was not pleased, unprofessional and the wrong fit. Went to a boutique and was fitted by the woman that owns the store, bought 2 Chantelle bras, and my husband secretly looked at the label and bought me 2 more for Christmas, that’s all I’ve worn since!
OMG,, this is freakin hysterical. Nordstroms is the best when it comes to fitting you to the right bra. Last year I had a fitting by a Nordstroms newbie who fit me incorrectly, the underwire began to pop at the most inconvient times. I went back to Nordstroms and was refitted properly and since it was their mistake, they credited me for the old bras and gave me the new ones for free.
Hi there blog ladies.. I was wondering if any of you have tried Cindy Joseph’s Boom cosmetics? (Alan, you are excused from responding). Just curious as to if anyone has used them and your thoughts?
Large breasts, of which I have one remaining after a lumpectomy, are a royal pain in the ass. Try finding a bra that is a C on one side and a DDD on the other side.
Linda, If you are anywhere near Manhattan, please try Linda the Bra Lady – she has tremendous fitters (as well as Linda herself) and I’m sure they would have something for you. I would recommend making an appointment as their boutique is very small and they have many walk-ins. An appointment guarantees you their time. They deal with all of our “situations” whether it be huge breasts, mastectomy or lumpectomy. Good luck. She also has a website!
Thank you for this information. I live in CA, but I will check out the website.
Never really had the option of not wearing a bra but I REFUSE, ABSOLUTELY REFUSE to wear one to bed. My girls are free and clear once sleep settles upon us. (BTW, bra is also first thing removed when I get home from work…even before the shoes).
Funny thing, reading “Psychology Today”, and this bra is on page 75! Same pose but a blonde, good taste in picking photos Ann, it must of been popular back in the day – I’m guessing the 50′s?
My girl was also blessed (cursed?) with her mothers figure, once right after she um developed (busted out?), as she was going to bed I told her honey you don’t have to wear your bra to bed, you don’t have to sleep in them….She said I’m not wearing one..sigh to be young
I ONCE found the perfect bra!. Shortly thereafter it was discontinued!!!!! I was so ticked when I found out because I would have purchased every single bra that they had in my size….yes it was that perfect!