Are you Bold enough to BRAG????

I'm talking about the Bra Bag aka The Brag! This cute concoction is something that bold women have no problem travelling with. The 2 colors and styles are cute, and let's just say the guys at immigration are not going to hassle you to open this item. LOL...WELL, then again--unless they are curious to see what kind of intimates you wear.

The Bra Bag also comes with the "panty pak"--just as cute and very useful...and can be used simply inside your luggage or held in your hand.

Both items are on sale now at http://www.itsybitsybrabar.com/

Are you bold enough???

:-)

V.

Taking Care of those Undergarments

In this posting, I'll just briefly summarize the best way to take care of your undies (I guess this advice is more for ladies' bras, panties, and lingerie. Guys are lucky and can really just do anything they want with their undies.) Also because bras are becoming more and more expensive and fancy, sticking them in with all your other clothes will reduce the life of the item. You want to get the most bang (um, no pun intended) out of your buck for your panties, bras, and lingerie.

There are 2 main ways: Either handwash or putting in a "lingerie/mesh" bag.

For handwashing, fill up your tub or sink with lukewarm water and put some mild laundry detergent in as well (you can find "lingerie" detergent online if you want to be that careful.) Rise and rub them gently. When finished washing, squeeze gently to remove excess water, and hang dry on line or drying rack to air dry. Simple, right??

(From what I've read online, it seems that you should wash bras after one or 2 wearings as perspiration, perfumes, and other factors might cause the material to stretch or stain.)

For washing in the machine, put your intimates in a seperate wash from all the other items. Place inside of a "lingerie" or "mesh" bag. Be sure to hook the bras because if left open, they can snag on to your other items. Put on a Delicate cycle, use a mild detergent once again, and use Cold water. Do not dry your lingerie or underwear in the machine beause the heat will affect the material, padded, and elasticity of the item.

That's the basics of it!

Happy Monday to All!

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The Changing of the Season

I don't know what happened over the past week, but here in NYC, we went from lovely nice warm and somwhat breezy weather, to just plain nippy coolish winds...it feels like the Fall already. What happened to us? This summer we (in NY) literally had about 5 weeks of summer. That's something the groundhog didn't predict at all.

Yesterday was also the first day of school here. Now that parents don't have to take their kids around during the week, or keep an eye on them, the parents can actually go out and play. Case in point: Went to a cafe that I had gone to last week. Last week, there were a total of about 5 people there by 9:30am sitting and having their coffee/tea, etc. Today, by 9:30, this place (which is pretty big) was packed solid. I felt so bad that my computer was plugged into an outlet (because it dies after about 5 minutes of not being plugged in) that I decided to be considerate and leave after an hour (normally i would just sit there all day trying to get some work done.)

That's my story for now. yesterday was 9-9-09...anything interesting happen to anyone?

Measuring yourself to find your perfect Bra Size

Happy Friday!! 5pm is the start of labor day weekend, so hope you guys are geared up for a fun-filled (and safe) weekend!!

I wanted to post how to measure yourself to find your perfect bra size, because as much as we think we are one size, it's surprising that most of us are actually wrong!!
All you need is a measuring tape!

1) Meaure the BAND Size by: measure around your bra directly under your bust. (Round all fractional measurements to the nearest whole number.mmIf the measurement is even, add 4 inches. If the measurement is odd, add 5 inches)

2) Measure CUP size by: measuring around the fullest part of your bust (while wearing a non-padded bra.) Round all fractional measurements to the nearest whole number.

3) Calculate your bra size: Subtract your band measurement (step 1) from your cup measurement (step 2). Generally, for each inch in difference, the cup goes up by one size.

See Chart Below:


Difference/ Standard Cup Size:
0"-1/2" (1.3 cm) / AA
1/2"- 1" (2.6 cm) / A
2" (5.1 cm) / B
3" (7.6 cm) / C
4" (10.2 cm) / D
5" (12.7 cm) / DD or E
6" (15.2 cm) / DDD or F
7" (17.8 cm) / G
8" (20.3 cm) / H
9" (22.9 cm) / I
10" (25.4 cm) / J

If you are AA, A, B, and a small C--check out www.ItsyBitsyBraBar.com for some nice options that you may like.

Enjoy!

The Ease and Convenience of the Bra Strap Solution

Hey Everyone,

Today I just want to quickly mention The Bra Strap Solution. You've probably seen the infomercials for this product...but of all the things on my website, funny enough--this is the ones that my friends have asked me to share with them. It's not just a solution for petite women--It's a solution to annoying bra straps, regardless of your size or age!

It's easy to use as shown by the pictures here, and it's an AFFORDABLE solution in these tough times.

Currently, on sale at http://www.itsybitsybrabar.com/ for $7.99 (normally $10).

Also, it makes a great little present or a nice stocking stuffer for friends & family.

Have a great day!

www.ItsyBitsyBraBar.com

The online boutique for Petite Lingerie

Life Lessons from a 90-year old!

This was passed on to me by a friend via email--I think it's a nice reminder coming from a woman who has 90 years of experience to prove it:

Written By Regina Brett, 90 years old, of The Plain Dealer, Cleveland, Ohio"
To celebrate growing older, I once wrote the 45 lessons life taught me. It is the most-requested column I've ever written."
My odometer rolled over to 90 in August, so here is the column once more:

1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.
2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.
3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
4. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and parents will. Stay in touch.
5. Pay off your credit cards every month.
6. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.
8. It's OK to get angry with God. He can take it.
9. Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck.
10. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.
11. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.
12. It's OK to let your children see you cry.
13. Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
14. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.
15. Everything can change in the blink of an eye. But don't worry; God never blinks.
16. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.
17. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.
18. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger.
19. It's never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else.
20. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.
21. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.
22. Over prepare, then go with the flow.
23. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple.
24. The most important sex organ is the brain.
25. No one is in charge of your happiness but you.
26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words 'In five years, will this matter?'
27. Always choose life.
28. Forgive everyone everything.
29. What other people think of you is none of your business.
30. Time heals almost everything. Give time time.
31. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
32. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
33. Believe in miracles.
34. God loves you because of who God is, not because of anything you did or didn't do.
35. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.
36. Growing old beats the alternative -- dying young.
37. Your children get only one childhood.
38. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.
39. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.
40. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's,we'd grab ours back.
41. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
42. The best is yet to come.
43. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
44. Yield.
45. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift."

Remember that I will always share my spoon with you!
Friends are the family that we choose for ourselves.

Missing my BFF

My BFF just left yesterday to do her Masters degree abroad. She will be hitting up 5 countries (at least!) in a year...this begs the question: Why didn't I join her darnit!!!!????

We've been separated before when she went off to college, but that was different...we were much younger and I guess trying to find our own identities and personalities and paths. We got to know other people and make other friends, but after her return, you know it's true friendship forever when our bond actually became stronger as we matured into the "A" word--> Adults!!

She's the person I can turn to in ANY situation to get advice, support, and even though she always has my best interest in mind--she's totally objective, and will put me in my place and let me know when I'm wrong...without being judgmental.

I heart my BFF and I'll miss her, but I'm soooo thrilled she's finally getting to live out some travelling adventures!! AND, hopefully i'll get to visit her in a few cities!!

That's my story for now...I guess I must remind you all to shop at www.ItsyBitsyBraBar.com
Sale going on, and stuff is CHEAP!!

:-)
V.

Live Life, No Regrets

In times when we are so happy, it's like you can do no wrong....every single decision contributes to some sense of satisfaction and accomplishment.

However, when the you slow down and things change a bit, you always sort of wonder to yourself, why did I do this, what was I thinking, I should have been smarter...and while you have to ask yourself those questions to dwell upon the fact that you are now not quite as happy--I say that it's pointless. While you may be off your cloud 9 for the moment, weren't the happy times worth it, even if it was short-lived?

At least, that's what we have to tell ourselves to rationalize our misery?? LOL...how does it work? What works for you guys?