http://www.a1articles.com en-us editorial@a1articles.com Ask women about the one piece of clothing that is either loved or hated the most and the thong is often the answer. Although there are lots of strong opinions, the first thing to understand is there are actually a lot of different types of thongs. A th... http://www.a1articles.com/article_687860_34.html 17th November 2008 The g-string is an undergarment that gets strong positive or negative reviews, but never just a shrug. The odd thing about this form of lingerie panty is it has been with us a very long time. The first thing to understand about the g-string is it is wo... http://www.a1articles.com/article_687831_34.html 17th November 2008 Who doesn’t love a good party? The only thing we really need is a reason to have one. If you haven’t seen your girlfriends in a while and are trying to think of a good reason to that doesn’t involve a board game, why not go for a lingerie party? ... http://www.a1articles.com/article_687830_28.html 17th November 2008 If ever there was a piece of clothing that seems so straightforward, yet causes so much aggravation, it is the modern bra. Whatever your body type, women always have problems with their bras so let’s cover some of the common ones that come up. We ne... http://www.a1articles.com/article_683743_28.html 10th November 2008 The studies are in and the results are fairly shocking. Between 70 and 80 percent of women are wearing the wrong size bra. This can lead to all kinds of comfort issues not to mention actual health problems. Many women already understand how hard it i... http://www.a1articles.com/article_683741_28.html 10th November 2008 There is no woman on the planet that has the perfect body. This includes women ranging from those waif like models who appear to be starving themselves to your favorite full celebrity. The perfect body just does not exist. Now, don’t get me wrong. T... http://www.a1articles.com/article_675071_34.html 27th October 2008 The facts are simple. Most women wear bras these days. From providing snug support while playing sports to a more relaxed fit during a night out at a restaurant, the bra is simply a staple clothing item in these modern times. What a shame it causes women ... http://www.a1articles.com/article_675069_28.html 27th October 2008 You are a man that likes to live on the edge. Yes, you are a risk taker of extraordinary courage. How do we know this? You’ve decided to buy intimate apparel for the lady of your life. Buying lingerie for your wife or girlfriend is a high risk, high... http://www.a1articles.com/article_675068_47.html 27th October 2008 When it comes to cancer, any type is something to be concerned about. For women, the most common occurrence is breast cancer regardless of race, body type, geographic location or social status. It is simply a universal threat. How big of an issue is b... http://www.a1articles.com/article_584869_17.html 22nd July 2008 It is estimated that well over 70 percent of women wear ill-fitting bras. Not only does this lead to discomfort, it can actually manifest as actual pain over time. Most people view bras as top down support systems. In English, this means they view the... http://www.a1articles.com/article_582720_28.html 21st July 2008 Ask a woman her bra size and she’ll probably slap you. If you’re a friend, however, she’ll probably tell you she is a certain cup size. This is the traditional measurement system for bras, but it has very definite problems. Let’s assume you ar... http://www.a1articles.com/article_582718_28.html 21st July 2008 A bra is designed primarily to provide us with support. Okay, a sexy bra isn’t a bad thing either! Regardless, a bra fails in its primary mission if it fits poorly. Instead of providing support, it will end up providing misery. You’ve probably wor... http://www.a1articles.com/article_582717_28.html 21st July 2008 Buying your first bra is a rite of passage that every woman goes through. If you are at this stage in your life, you should be proud of this moment – it is one that you will cherish forever! Now, before you head to your favourite lingerie shop, there... http://www.a1articles.com/article_565083_28.html 27th June 2008 Have you ever seen a photo of a celebrity with one shirt strap falling off of their shoulder revealing a perfectly matched bra strap? These things don’t happen by accident – it’s all about planning. Since good bras tend to be rather pricey, most ... http://www.a1articles.com/article_565082_28.html 27th June 2008 Are you constantly trying to find ways to make those straps stay up? Do you experience pain while you are being active? If so, a professional bra consultant can ease all of your troubles in a flash. Other than applying a piece of duct tape to that anno... http://www.a1articles.com/article_565081_28.html 27th June 2008 If you are like most women, you probably don’t even know that there is a sports bra size. Many of us simply grab the one that looks “about right,” though this can be detrimental to your health. Sports bras are designed to reduce the amount of mov... http://www.a1articles.com/article_565080_28.html 27th June 2008 Want to lose ten pounds within a matter of minutes? Finding the right bra size can mean the difference between looking thin and looking boxy. While the wrong bra size can make even the thinnest woman look frumpy, the right bra size can cinch your waist... http://www.a1articles.com/article_565079_28.html 27th June 2008 Bras are unique pieces of clothing because they have two purposes. The first is to provide comfortable support for the breasts while the second is to provide desired shapes and looks. Alas, these two purposes are often in conflict for practical purposes. ... http://www.a1articles.com/article_533217_28.html 08th May 2008 Sizing is everything! The most important factor in buying a bra is knowing your exact bra size. Bra Sizing can be determined by taking a few easy measurements. Begin by wearing your best fitting bra (unpadded and not a minimizer bra). You also need a soft... http://www.a1articles.com/article_532885_28.html 08th May 2008 Bras used to be hidden in the back of the store. Plus size bras were further hidden or not even present in stores. Women were mortified if their bra strap even showed. Now, bras are in the limelight. Celebrities show their bra straps in the leading fashio... http://www.a1articles.com/article_532883_28.html 08th May 2008 Women have become hooked on bras since 1914 when Mary Phelps-Jacob patented the bra. She stitched two silk handkerchiefs together and added pink ribbon. Today, millions of women reach into their dresser drawers everyday for a bra. Women purchase on av... http://www.a1articles.com/article_532882_28.html 08th May 2008 Bras! Bras! Bras! Consumers spend $16 billion a year on bras. There are millions of styles out there. New ones are being invented everyday. Learn about some of the top styles and discover what you need in your wardrobe. We are still a society that judges ... http://www.a1articles.com/article_532880_28.html 08th May 2008 Are you breasts losing their perkiness? Is gravity your enemy? Do your breasts point south? Are you aging gracefully? How are your genetics? Does your mother sag? What can you do? Unless you are a flat chested woman, you will eventually sag. Enjoy your pe... http://www.a1articles.com/article_532878_28.html 08th May 2008 Take Action! Measure yourself at least 2 times a year. Women change bra sizes several times throughout their lives. Face it, most women gain and lose weight. Some gain and lose weight seasonally Women have babies. Women go through hormonal changes. Our br... http://www.a1articles.com/article_532877_28.html 08th May 2008 You would not wear dirty underwear, so don't wear dirty bras. Bras need to be rotated on a daily basis. If you overwear a bra, it loses it's form and structure quickly. This can lead to back problems, breast tenderness, and more. The rule of thumb is to b... http://www.a1articles.com/article_532876_28.html 08th May 2008 Did you ever get stuck with the wrong size panty and found out that you can't return it? Stores cannot resell worn panties. Find out how to measure for your perfect size panty. Sizes do vary a little between manufacturers. Listed below is a general fit ru... http://www.a1articles.com/article_532874_28.html 08th May 2008 Bras don’t come cheap as you undoubtedly know. This means you need to take care of them as much as possible. Here is the secret to making them last. Always follow the instructions on the manufacturer's bra label. If manufacture labels are not pres... http://www.a1articles.com/article_532868_28.html 08th May 2008