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A Molded Bra Versus a Contour Bra – What’s the Difference?
March 25, 2009
The lingerie industry has created confusion over the last several years with the two terms "molded" and "contour" to describe a bra cup. So, allow me to explain the difference.
A molded cup has been shaped over a breast mold to give it a pre-defined breast shape. Fabric with synthetic fibers is stretched over a hot mold form, a second hot piece comes down on top of it and molds the former flat piece of fabric into the shape of a breast. this piece is now the bra cup and is sewn into a bra frame. Usually, the fabric is seamless, but molded cups can also contain seams – this gives added support.
A contour bra is a molded bra, but with a thin layer of foam included in the cup to provide modesty by reducing or eliminating nipple show-through. This foam also helps create a specific shape to a woman’s breast tissue. It can make you more rounded and uplifted.
Now, here’s where additional confusion comes in. A contour bra is also called a t-shirt bra by many retailers and manufacturers. So, I empathize with women out there who find this confusing. But, there is a subtle distinction here as well. A t-shirt bra always has a seamless cup with thin foam for modesty. A contour bra also has the foam, but it can also have seams for added breast support. So, a t-shirt bra is always a contour bra, but a contour bra is not always a t-shirt bra.
I personally am a big fan of the contour bra because it’s the perfect choice for any woman seeking a sculpted silhouette. It offers a significant amount of coverage and adds definition, smooth shape, and best of all, the elimination of nipple show-through. Contour bras are also a good choice for in-between bra sizes, or a woman with uneven breasts.
Now, contour bras do have their detractors. Larger breasted women don’t like them because they believe they add size to their bustline. I would agree that in the past, this probably was true. However, the manufacturers have really refined the contour bras to give shape and contour to the breast without adding volume.
A molded bra is usually made with a single piece of fabric or has a second layer for opacity and additional strength. It is the ultimate light-weight bra for a woman who wants to feel and look like she’s wearing nothing, but knows that she needs to wear something to make the girls look attractive and youthful.
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Lingerie Figure Types – The Almost Hourglass Body Shape
March 13, 2009
This body type is a woman who is almost there for having an hourglass shape – she’s well-proportioned, has an obvious waistline, but there is something that is throwing the perfect proportion off. It could be short legs, breasts that are a little too small or large, or hips and thighs that are a little too big.
Some minor issue here or there that upsets an otherwise hourglass balance can be easily adjusted to get you to the ideal hourglass figure. For example a contour bra that has molded foam in the cups can give your breasts a more rounded and beautifully shaped bustline. Or a bra with a push-up pads in the bottom of the cups can give added fullness to the breasts.
If your legs are short, it’s important that you not make your bottom look heavy or wider by covering it with boyshorts. Instead, go for the g-strings, string bikinis or rio style briefs. These smart choices make your hips and thighs look narrower and your legs look longer and slimmer. Of course, slipping into a pair of heels also helps.
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Lingerie Figure Types – The Cornet Body Shape
March 08, 2009
A cornet is a musical instrument very similar to a trumpet. So, why they call this body type a cornet rather than a trumpet is a mystery to me. But the association with a horn is understandable when you understand this body shape. Starting at the bottom with slim legs, thighs and hips this figure type then flares out with shoulders that are broader than the hips. It’s a very athletic build.
This figure type has traditionally has small breasts, however more and more, women with this type of figure are also augmenting their breasts.
For this figure type, any style bra will work well, but a balconette or a bra with wide-set straps looks especially fabulous on this type. That’s because the broad shoulders can sustain wider set straps without them falling off the shoulders. There is thus more upper chest showing and less bra coverage.
The bottom is where some oomph is needed to create a more balanced proportion. Those rumba panties with ruffled lace are great looking on this body type as well as the latest new and fun lingerie skirts. Both add some proportion on the bottom in a very fun and sexy way. Other options are boyshorts with fabulous lace trimmings.
Adding some weight and shape on the bottom of the cornet body shape helps balance out the hips with the shoulders. It also frames the area in the middle so that you have a slender looking waist.
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