http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com 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.articlealley.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.articlealley.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. 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While the wrong bra size can make even the thinnest woman look frumpy, the right bra size can cinch your waist... http://www.articlealley.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.articlealley.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.articlealley.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.articlealley.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.articlealley.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.articlealley.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.articlealley.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.articlealley.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.articlealley.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.articlealley.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.articlealley.com/article_532868_28.html 08th May 2008