Style & Function

Wing, Apex and leotard back. Did you know that if you take a bra apart it consists of about 35 pieces and 60 seams – all with their own functions. The cups and shoulder straps may be best known, but do you know about the other parts of a bra and what they do? Here is the anatomy of a bra.

Cotton is a popular natural material that is durable, breathable and feels oh so comfortable against the skin. But why aren’t our cotton bras made of 100% cotton?

It’s doubtful whether a bra can be more comfortable and practical than Miss Mary’s bras made from the Keep Fresh material. But what is it that makes this material so unique?

An ordinary bra provides support for the bust, but different models do so to different degrees. For an active life it can therefore be good to also have an activity bra. But what is the difference between an activity bra and a sports bra and what should you think about when you’re looking for the perfect activity bra?

The first thing many women do when they step inside the door at home is to take off their bra. But should a bra really be so uncomfortable that you don’t want to wear it? No, absolutely not. A bra that fits perfectly should never feel uncomfortable. So, today we’re going to go through how a bra should NOT fit and how to fix the problem.

It’s not unusual for an underwired bra to have a raised bottom edge at the front. Why is that? Is it an aesthetic choice or does it serve a function?

The easy way to build a basic bra wardrobe

So, how many bras do you really need? Just as with your basic wardrobe, it’s a good idea to also give some extra thought to what is in your undergarment drawer. Just a few bra types will go a long way when building up and planning your bra wardrobe. Here are five different types of bras that we think should be represented in every woman’s wardrobe and that cover most needs and occasions.

FLEXIBLE AND FUNCTIONAL FOR EVERYDAY WEAR

A T-shirt bra is the perfect basic garment in your undergarment wardrobe and one of the most popular types of bra. But what really is a T-shirt bra? And is there any difference between a contour bra, a moulded bra and a T-shirt bra? We are going to clarify the terms.

A bra with a padded cup that doesn’t become hot and sweaty. Does that exist? Absolutely. With a spacer bra you don’t need to compromise on design, comfort or function.

The choice of a moulded cup or one with seams is more than just a question of preference and taste. Both variants have a place in a woman’s bra wardrobe, but they also have different properties that make them particularly suited to different occasions and body types. We will go through the advantages and disadvantages of both.