Treating “The Girls” With Respect

Before I start writing about my breasts……
Seeing as I love clothing, am determined to dress more “fashionable goddess” than “just fell out of the wardrobe” and have a mild addiction to all things interior design related, I have decided to accept the invitation to join the Next Blogger Network. I don’t get paid to talk about Next but there are some perks I believe (which I will disclose if I’m offered any) but I do have access to up to date info on ranges, offers and all sorts. I’ll pick and choose info that interests me and hopefully they will interest you too.

Now where was I? Ah, my boobs. To avoid confusion I must tell you that my boobs are actually referred to as The Girls. Recently I took The Girls on a day trip and had them professionally measured and what not for the first time in more years than I care to admit. Previously I was wearing a series of floppy Avon bras that had been washed to death and had lost all support. hardly sexy lingerie! I was wearing a 40DD. It turns out that the reason the girls were getting cross was that they actually belong in a 34FF, it’s no wonder I was flopping all over the place (nice image or what?).
Basically, the moral of this slightly disturbing boob tale is that it is so important to get yourself professionally fitted regularly as your shape does change.

Now that I have a better idea of my size and the type of bras that suit and fit me best I find myself on the lookout for new lingerie that doesn’t sport the “just boil washed” looked. Being a new memeber of the Next Network, I have had reason to browse online and find out more about what is on offer. The lingerie department has not escaped my notice and I am thrilled to have find some fantastic looking bras in the DD-G range.

This Black/Ecru Satin And Lace Padded Bra  is just lovely and is currently on sale for £12. This is actually cheaper than the budget bras I once tried to enjoy and most definitely looks better.

This two pack of fun looking bras cost just £18 and are on the top of my “must encase my Girl’s in” list.

I could waffle on forever about the lingerie range for those with larger Girls and for those who fit the more standard sixe, however I believe the website speaks for itself. What I would hope that you take away from this post is:

1) A reminder to get your Girls properly measured and fitted, they are worth it!

2) The urge to fight the misconception that fun, supportive and good looking bras cost a fortune. Next has something to fit all ranges.

Now, a question for you… what is your favourite bra style? T-Shirt, moulded, plunge?

Over the shoulder boulder holder

Yes, the Girls need a new home.
I have always been a steel girder kinda girl as my Girls are fat and lazy and refuse to sit where they were when I was a teenager. I need a mini crane and NASA grade elastic to keep them where they should be and to fight the soul destroying gravity.

Well it seems that the Girls have decided that underwire is longer for me as I’m not comfy any more and nothing spells out snarky bitch out better than Nicki with sore boobs.
Soooo… what to do? I have worn underwired for so long I’m not sure I have a lot of faith in anything else but sure there is a bra out there that will not cost me an absolute fortune, support the Girls and continue the good fight against the downwards plunge.

I have considered sports bras even, though many I’ve looked at seem to be visible around the neckline of my t shirts? I’ve looked at hundreds, I’ve tweeted about my boob-rehoming dilemma and have a few good recommendations. As the majority of women I know do wear an over the shoulder boulder holder I thought I’d pick your brains. What do you wear? Where do you buy them?

My girls need your help!

(Also, what do you call yours? Don’t be shy – men name their junk all the time! I’m just curious / nosy. I’ve always called mine The Girls, but I know someone who refers to her ample bosom as Fred and Wilma. The Girls seems better when talking bras in Tesco than tits, although tits does have a ring to it. What do you call yours?).