Have you ever wondered why some bras cost $24.99 and some cost $99.99? It's not just because one is imported from France while other other is not, it's because of the quality. It's because of the design and features found in a $100 bra that will make you look like a million bucks.

Five Reasons to Buy a High-Quality Bra

1. Superior fabric - microfibre bras look great and stand up to the stresses of washing and everyday wear. Not to mention microfibres breathe and wick moisture away from the body.
2. Comfortable underwires - underwires are made of high-quality metal and then are often nylon-wrapped and encased in three layers of foam, keeping them from digging or poking.
3. Better-quality adjusters - strap adjusters are often welded rather than stitched making them less bulky and noticeable under clothing.
4. Better-engineered fit - fabrics are engineered to stretch or stay to provide perfect shape and lift.
5. Exquisite designs - the look and feel of a high-quality bra is head and shoulders above anything seen in an average bra. Each bra can take hours of handcrafted time to create the work of art you see.

Health matters. We think about it every time we pop an apple into our children's lunchbox, but our own is just as important. And now that the kids are going back to school we can get back to our own healthy routines at the gym, tennis court, golf course or hiking trail.

But as we go about our healthy activities, it's important to remember another area of our health too: The health of our breasts...

Comfortable bra straps. To some women, this feels like an oxymoron, but we assure you, it isn't.

Not only does Secret Drawers Lingerie have many styles you would find comfortable right off the hanger, but we have a solution for uncomfortable straps you already own - silicone shoulder cushions.

Not only do these silicone shoulder cushions make bra straps comfy, but they cling to the body preventing straps from slipping down the shoulder.

How to Use Comfy Straps

Simply slip your bra straps into the split pocket designed into the comfy strap. The silicone oval pad then rests on your shoulder. Instead of a 3/4 inch strap digging in, you now have a soft cushion.

This is particularly helpful for those with a large bosom who find their bra straps leave indentations in their shoulders and those whose shoulders tend to slope.

Have more questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions section, leave us a comment, or come in and see us at Secret Drawers Lingerie where we're always happy to find solutions to those everyday dressing challenges.

1. Do underwire bras cause cancer?
2. How do I enhance my curves?
3. How do I cover my nipples?
4. How do I hide my bra straps?
5. How do I wear something strapless and backless?
6. Why can't I machine-wash my lingerie?
7. How can I make bra straps comfortable? How can I stop straps from slipping?

We all want what we don't have. Women with a larger bosom want to minimize their bustlines while our clients with subtler curves are often looking for enhancement.

Some think the only way to manage this is with the number of a plastic surgeon, but before you put silicone into your breasts we recommend trying silicone outside your breasts with Flirt's cleavage enhancers.

When women think of adding to their bustline, awful foam padding or maybe even a tissue box comes to mind. Flirt is completely different. Flirt makes a supple, silicone pad that fits in the bottom of your bra cup, pushing your breast up creating dramatic curves and cleavage.

Flirt's breast enhancers are different because they mold to your body and heat to your body temperature. They are curved and tapered to blend seamlessly with your natural lines so no one outside your lingerie drawer need know why that plunging neckline looks so great.

Bring your date night outfit or your favorite t-shirt and try a pair to see if a good Flirt works for you.

Last week we talked about How to Avoid a Wardrobe Malfunction and this week we're continuing to answer your fashion questions: How Do I Hide My Nipples?

At Secret Drawers Lingerie we have daily proof breasts come in all shapes and sizes. This means each woman has a unique set of challenges when adorning her curves. And some women are very self-conscious about their nipples. Luckily, there's a very simple product designed just for such a concern - nipple covers.

 

We live in a fashion age where a wardrobe malfunction can make us the most memorable person in a room. And while for most people this won't involve Superbowl crowds, it might include a blouse with a little too much peek-a-boo for the boardroom.

What most women don't know is there is a secret to keeping every stitch in its perfect place - Body Tape.

Hollywood has been using Body Tape for many years. There's a reason why no strap slips or neckline gapes on the red carpet - they're taped down.

Body Tape is a Canadian made product designed to keep fabric in place. Body Tape is double-sided, hypoallergenic, medical-grade adhesive that can stick fabric-to-fabric or fabric-to-skin.

How to Use Body Tape

There are a myriad uses for Body Tape, but here are a few of our favorites.

1. Prevent gaping on button-up blouses.
2. Use as an instant fix for a fallen hem.
3. Hide bra straps.
4. Keep off-the-shoulder necklines in place.
5. Secure wrap dresses.

At Secret Drawers Lingerie we work hard to bring in the latest fashion styles and shades as well as traditional designs and colours to cover all your lingerie needs. And sometimes clients fall in love with a particular piece at first sight, but that doesn't always mean it's the the right bra for them.

• How do I care for my lingerie?
• How do I know if a bra fits?
• Do a 34 C and a 36 C have the same cup size?
• What bra will minimize my bust?
• Which bra will give me the best cleavage?

• Why can't I machine wash my lingerie?
• How should I care for my lingerie?
• How do I choose the right style of bra for me?
• How do I know if I'm in the wrong bra?
• Are there rules for wearing white lingerie?
• What should I pick for bridal lingerie?
• Do underwire bras cause cancer?

Loyal readers and clients know that putting lingerie in the washing machine or, even worse, the dryer, is the biggest faux pas of them all. But some women still want to know: Why can't I machine wash my lingerie?

The answer is simple: spandex.

Spandex is the miracle material in lingerie that allows it to stretch and snap back to its original size. Without spandex, lingerie wouldn't comfortably follow your curves the way it does today.

Spandex is actually made up of many, long polymer fibers entwined into a ball like spaghetti. When the spandex is stretched, these fibers straighten out and once released return back to their entwined shape. This ability to expand and contract repeatedly, the same way each time, is what makes it so useful in lingerie.

Spandex fibers are strong and can remain elastic in garments for years, but spandex doesn't stand up well to heat or an alkaline environment. And guess what's in your washing machine? Yes, you guessed it; your washing machine is a hot alkaline environment. This environment breaks down the spandex fibers making them shorter until eventually they become useless.

Ideally you should wash your garments by hand, in lukewarm water with a pH neutral detergent like Forever New, because once you've invested in lingerie that makes you feel beautiful and sexy, you want to keep it looking its best for a long time to come.


* Thanks to the Hanky Panky blog for both the image and information on Spandex.