Bra Talk

Many women are guilty of shopping for new clothes put neglecting to update that all-important drawer in the dresser that holds our undergarments.  Modern technology has created innovative fabrics that have taken the world of intimate apparel by storm.  For instance, cone-shaped bullet bras are a thing of the past.  Barely There bras boast tagless and seamless styles, offering pared-down silhouettes that show you and your clothes to their best advantage.

Microfiber, the hottest fabric in underwear construction today, is justified in its popularity—it can boast being seamless, stretchy, comfortable and practically invisible under clothes.  Bali and Barely There are two of our best-selling women’s underwear brands with these features, but there are many others available at CCQ Apparel as well.
 

Summer heat can cause a considerable amount of discomfort when you’re simply walking around.  Chafing has long been a problem with women’s panties, but it can be avoided.

Wearing longer undergarments such as boyshorts or thigh shapers can protect you from the friction that is the result of chafing.  Wearing cotton panties can also help.  If these substitutions are acceptable, you can always put lotion or baby powder in the chafed areas.

Boy shorts, also known as boy short panties, boys’ cut, booty shorts, shorties or boyleg briefs are a sort of lingerie that goes all the way down the hips. They are a relatively new, but increasingly popular style of lingerie among women and are named for their similarity in looks to men’s shorts. Boy shorts often cover most of the buttocks area, but this is not always the case with thong-back lingerie also widely available.

Boy shorts are a popular choice since most of them may avoid displaying a prominent visible panty line provided they don’t ride up, and yet are a modest and comfortable alternative to thongs and conventional panties. They are also popularly teamed-up with a camisole and worn as loungewear. Cotton-spandex blends and lace are the most popular materials for boyshorts.

Many women’s undergarments such as bras and panties are made of satin and therefore require extra care.  Satin is generally a bit more delicate, so here are some quick tips on cleaning the fabric:

Hand washing is recommended for most types of satin. The exceptions to this are nylon and polyester satin. These types of satin can be washed using the gentle cycle of a washing machine. Use cool or warm water only. Use a detergent that is made for delicates. Always check tags for specific instructions for washing and drying your lingerie.

If you have extremely delicate satin you should have them dry-cleaned to prevent damage to the material and to help prevent color fade.

Never use bleach on satin.

Do not twist or wring out your clothes. Lay them on a thick, dry towel and roll the towel around the satin to remove excess moisture.

It is recommended that satin materials are not dried in a dryer. Opt to air-dry them indoors. Polyester satin can be dried in the sun however this is really not recommended for any type of satin.

Find a stain remover that is safe for satin. You should thoroughly read the label of any stain remover before you buy. Do not purchase a stain remover that contains any form of bleach. When a stain occurs quickly treat the stain with the stain remover per instructions on the bottle and then wash.

To treat bloodstains you should immediately immerse the stain in cold water and allow the item to soak. If this does not completely remove the stain you can then apply stain remover.

If your satin material is very delicate you should leave stain removal to a professional dry cleaner.

To some, the phrase of “going commando” conjures an image of our favorite American hero, Arnold Schwarzenegger running around shooting people.  To others, the phrase is synonymous with an episode of “Friends” where Joey likens the phrase to not wearing underwear. 

The notion of going out without wearing underwear isn’t anything new.  Some find women’s underwear to be uncomfortable – even the best brand out there are still criticized.  Unfortunately, there are still some downsides to “going commando.”  Primarily hygiene is put on hold when women do not wear panties.

Cleanliness can vary and if you’re finding that comfort is the issue, try wearing cotton panties, which can solve your problems immediately

Visible panty lines can be an embarrassing, particularly if you’re in a professional setting.  There are ways to temper this affliction, such as wearing loose-fitting pants.  Of course, a better way to solve this issue is to wear a thong or a g-string to eliminate panty lines in the back. However, if you find those uncomfortable, consider wearing a slip or pantliner between your panties and garment. If this doesn’t work, consider long-leg style shapewear.

A few years ago, I found a certain amount of comfort in wearing men’s briefs when going out for a casual stroll.  It was clearly better for just walking around in a mall or hanging out in a bookstore.  Now, several companies have released styles of panties for women that replicate the feel of men’s briefs. 

One such example is the Barely There line of Hipster underwear.  These are really great at copying the feel and style of men’s tighty whities, all the while presenting itself as feminine as possible.

 Barely There began in 1995 as an innovative new collection of panties that were completely seamless, showed no panty lines, and were unbelievably comfortable to wear. Through a unique knitting technology, Barely There panties used ultra soft microfiber yarn coupled with special “flat” stitching to deliver a product so smooth and so seamless that no other panty even came close.

In 2000, with the incredible success of its seamless panties, Barely There introduced a coordinating line of fashionable bras and shape wear to round out it’s wardrobe offering of intimate apparel.

In July 2004, Barely There made history with the introduction of tagfree bras and panties. Much like Hanes tagless T-shirts did for men, the tagfree bra gave women the perfect solution to the quest for all-day comfort and style.

Today, Barely There is one of the fastest growing intimate apparel brands in America. Barely There continues to offer women intimate apparel solutions that provide invisible comfort so she can look and feel great in her clothes.

With Mother’s Day drawing closer and closer, now might be a good time to get something for your wife.  If you’ve noticed that her undergarments are worn or that her sportsbra is ready to be replaced, you may want to purchase some elegant bras or shapewear for her.

Barely There, Bali and several other brands are among the most popular today, or you can get her a nice sportsbra if rigorous exercise has rendered hers to be changed.  Let her know that your attention isn’t always on the TV and get her something that would maximize her comfort.

This exquisite boyshort is composed of seamless soft microfiber that moves with you. This microfiber boyshort is made of the finest materials for maximum comfort and durability. If you’re searching for comfortable underwear, Barely There Panties will move with you gracefully and comfortably as if they aren’t even there. Barely There Panties. A great choice. A great fit. Top quality.