by grailbraspecialists | Mar 9, 2023 | Bra Problems, Bras 101
When it comes to bra personal preferences, almost nothing is universal. For every person who favors non-padded, smooth, and skin-tone neutral styles, there’s someone else who wants bright colors, all the frills, and 5 inches of push-up padding. One of the very few...
by grailbraspecialists | Aug 14, 2022 | Bras 101
We want to elaborate a bit more on the different naming conventions used for bra cup sizes in different parts of the world. As we’ve mentioned previously, this difference in naming systems are one of several reasons that bra sizing gets confusing in a...
by grailbraspecialists | Jul 29, 2022 | Bras 101
There are a ton of different ways to classify bras based on their features and characteristics. Besides underwired vs. wire-free, probably the most significant division for categorizing bras is foam molded versus unlined construction. As expected, both bra types have...
by grailbraspecialists | Jul 17, 2022 | Bras 101
We’re often asked: How long should a bra last? This is a really reasonable question considering that good bras can be pricey! It’s a difficult question to answer precisely, though, because what it comes down to is, a bra lasts for as long as the band...
by grailbraspecialists | Jul 17, 2022 | Bras 101
Underwired versus wireless bras: it’s nice to have options! Both can provide comfort and support, assuming that your bra is a good fit for your body. Clients often ask us if one is better or more functional than the other. The short answer is, no, but each...
by grailbraspecialists | Jul 13, 2022 | Bras 101
Bra sizing is bonkers. Really. We often say that there are three layers to the madness: the first is that, like other garments, there isn’t enough sizing consistency across brands and styles to really rely on the label. (Solution: try everything on before...