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Get your Christmas bra-baubles

Published on November 11, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: .
Bra Wash Ball

Fed up of bras getting worn out in the wash? Well, if a delicates bag doesn’t do it for you a Welsh inventor has the answer – the Bra Angel Wash Ball. Yep – it’s a big ball to that protects your precious bras in the unforgiving rough and tumble of your washing machine!

Bra Wash Ball

Christmas Bra Baubles

We thought it might make a good stocking filler (ironically) or a practical Secret Santa for lingerie loving colleagues!

Welsh company The Bra Angel received its 9th award for innovation at this year’s Annual British Innovation & Technology Show with The Ball. It is designed to protect lingerie in the washing machine and has been hailed a big success. The product recently featured on ITV’s daybreak, which apparently pushed sales into the hundreds within minutes, leaving the website. [ed. Keep your eye on the ball!]

So how does it work? The Bra Angel Bra Wash Ball encases the bra within its shell, which not only protects it from being squashed in the machine but also helps the bra to retain its shape and its life. It also prevents the underwire coming out of the bra and damaging the machine, which is a common problem for bra and washing machine manufactures alike.

The Bra Angel was founded 4 years ago with just one product (the bra angel underwire bra repair kit) and through the recession has continued to expand and grow. The company believes that in these tough times people are looking at ways to save money in any way they can, and lingerie can be expensive (and upsetting) to replace when it’s damaged.

The Bra Angel Bra Wash Ball is available through the company website www.thebraangel.co.uk for £14.99 ex delivery.

We’d love to hear from anyone who has used one of these!

Competition turns curvy customers into models

Published on June 23, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .
Lauren Colfer, Star in a Bra 2009 winner

Growing D-plus discount lingerie and swimwear specialist Brastop l is launching their very own Modelling competition called ‘Model of the Month’. We’re excited about the new competition, which follows the success of similar competitions by Bravissimo , Simply Yours and of course the Star in a Bra competition that Lizzie Haines has just won (which started out a Brastop competition is now run by D+ brand Curvy Kate. We anticipate some keen contestants, and could probably name the first ten!

The competition is being launched this July on the Brastop website, searching for the nation’s curvy beauties to represent the brand and its customers. ‘Model of the Month’ will offer every natural D plus girl a chance to celebrate their curves in Brastop lingerie. A winner will be chosen each month meaning our customers will see a variety of more realistic models than ever before.

Lauren Colfer, Star in a Bra 2009 winner

Lauren Colfer, Star in a Bra 2009 still models for Brastop

Brastop’s new natural models will be showcased on their website every month and would win a professional makeover and photoshoot. Additional prizes include a spa day from The Good Spa Guide, cosmetics from Beauty UK and beautiful lingerie from Brastop. On top of these gorgeous goodies, the winner will also have their chance to star in an annual calendar that would be produced using images from their professional photoshoot.

Kimberly Bartlette PR and Marketing Manager for Brastop comments

We want to give every curvy girl a chance to shine in the spot light and celebrate their gorgeous curves, we have a wide variety of customers and having a winner every month will enable us to represent them all.

At the end of the year all our curvy champions will flaunt their curves in the fight for the public vote to win the ‘Model of the Year’ title, a year’s worth of lingerie and a luxury weekend away courtesy of The Good Spa Guide. Brastop wants every curvy girl on the planet to feel good about themselves and celebrate their lovely curves – sounds good to me.

Get practicing in front of the mirror girls, the competiton starts on Brastop in July.

Lizzie Haines scoops Curvy Kate modelling prize

Published on May 12, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .
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Congratulations to the lovely Lizzie Haines on winning Star in a Bra 2011. Congraulations are also in order for large cup lingerie specialist Curvy Kate for finding Lizzie – and the fabulous Georgina Horne and Emma Donaghy who make up the top trio of prize winners!

Lizzie Haines will represent curvy women
Lizzie Haines will represent curvy women

It must have been quite a jorney, how does it feel to win?

More than a little bit surreal! To be honest it took a really long time to sink in but when it did I just felt like giggling all the time! The whole journey has been emotionally overwhelming and I couldn’t be more happy to have been voted in as the winner, I am eternally grateful.

…As you’ll see from the photos on the Curvy Kate Facebook page, Lizzie grasped the opportunity with both hands ;) Georgina will know what I’m talking about!

Do you feel any different about yourself?

I actually do yes and it was almost instantaneous. I’ve spent most of my life flitting between confidence and complete paranoia! I literally feel like I started this journey by announcing the acceptance of my own body, and now, being voted first it’s like everyone who voted has done the same. I’ve stopped slouching, I walk proud and I’m 100% more confident in myself and the things that I can achieve.

Do you feel different about bras and lingerie?

Not especially but I have learnt a few new fitting tricks and that I’m actually more comfortable in a different size now. I think there is more variety available to me and I can dress to my shape and get any bra depending on my outfit.

Are you looking forward to all the prizes?

Definitely!! I actually went up a cup size last year and it costs a fortune to replace your bra collection…I’m really looking forward to being able to treat myself to some new essential pieces that will be comfortable and improve my shape. Plus I can’t wait for the spa day…I’ve never been to a spa before so that will be a very indulgent treat!!

Last but by no means least, gorgeous curvy lady Emma Donaghy came a close second, commenting:

It feels amazing to have made the top three, there were so many stunning girls I feel humbled to have been amoung them and made it this far! Absolutely over the moon

Emma Donaghy is on cloud nine
Emma Donaghy is on cloud nine on making the top three

The ever-fabulous Georgina Horne scooped a well deserved bronze in the competition, commenting:

Thank you very much, I had mixed emotions when I found out as I knew that top two got to go to the photoshoot and so I was gutted to not have made it, but also soooooo overwhelmingly happy for Lizzie as she is utterly gorgeous with a cracking body, amazing boobies and the best personality! And Emma…well, who can fault a stunner like her!!!! So a well deserved win. Plus I have had so many lovely messages from people, and women saying that seeing a girl of my size coming third was inspiring and so I am just amazed to have got so far!!! Thank you to everyone who voted and believed in me! It has been an amazing surreal journey and the outcome was a goodun!

It’s been a great competition again this year, with curvy women from all over the UK coming together and sharing there experiences – and making some good friends too. If you’re a curvy woman then take a leaf out of their book, you may also find some of the many interviews we have done withthe top 30 contestants on Bra Selector’s Star in a Bra section.

Georgina Horne
Georgina Horne (right) pictured with fellow contestants Lizzie and Sophia

Every year, the Star in a Bra competition searches the UK for a D plus, naturally curvy, real woman to become the face and body of new fuller bust brand, Curvy Kate. This year’s winner will folow in the footsteps of the gorgeous Laura Butler, Lauren Colfer and Laura-Ann Smith acting as an ambassador promoting the ‘feel good figure’ philosophy.

Vote for your top 3 D-plus lingerie models

Published on April 2, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Just when you thought it was safe to visit your favourite bra-mad blog I’d like to give you all a timely final reminder that voting for the top 30 contestants in Star in a Bra 2011 closes Monday 4th April. During the past 2 weeks we’ve been lucky enough to speak to many of the girls taking part and while I have now chosen my 3 favourites I’ll leave it to you to make up your own minds.

The idea is to vote for the girl who you feel is best equipped to represent curvy women for large cup lingerie brand Curvy Kate – but it’s not just about big boobs – ask yourself who you like, who’s got a nice smile, who can you relate to the most. Vote now, or take a moment to find out more about the girls by visiting our Facebook page or the Curvy Kate blog and reading their mini-interviews. Continue reading ‘Vote for your top 3 D-plus lingerie models’

Bounce back with life saving lingerie

Published on April 1, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , .
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Are you sick of going head over heels? Ever had a few too many cocktails and tripped up on the way home? In all honestly, it happens to the best of us (just see our friends on Facebook!) and it really gets us down!

Internet retailer Lingerieplease has the answer: a new bra for you; a bra, with airbags built in!

Airbag bra
Airbag bra

Now here’s how it works. If you were to stumble in this bra, the airbag is triggered – just like a car.

This then causes the bags to blow up, allowing you to stay far away from the floor!

Not just to prevent a bust lip, you also get a supportive, cleavage enhancing, potentially life saving bra. And you can wear it everyday with its stylish look.

Pick up your Lingerieplease Airbag bra on 1st April 2011, but hurry, we’re guessing they’re going to have sold out before lunchtime.

Vote Hayley to bring sexy back

Published on March 29, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .
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Hayley Cambridge is a hot contender for Star in a Bra because she’s not afraid to show off her boobs. But it hasn’t always been the case – like so many girls she has had her ups and downs growing up top heavy.

Hayley Cambridge
Hayley Cambridge

Why did you enter SIAB 2011?

I entered SIAB 2011 because I wanted to represent those girls who are maybe not plus size, but who have larger chests and find it difficult being a size 10, like myself, but finding that their breasts get in the way of them finding pretty lingerie sets and clothes.

Have you found it difficult finding good bras?

I have always found it difficult buying bras because my cup size seems to change each time I get measured and I can be between sizes at times too, which makes it even more difficult. It all depends on where you shop really, but it makes sense to get measured each time to go on a bra-buying spree!

What are you favourite brands, favourite bras and why?

My favourite brands at the moment are Sexy Panties and Naughty Knickers, which I think is an American brand. I also have some ‘Gorgeous’ by debenhamsurl which are beautiful, some Victoria’s Secret and, of course, some Curvy Kate and Wonderbra bras which I adore because of the fit, patterns and style! I love plunge bras.

Why should the public vote for you?

The public should vote for me because I am a down-to-earth, curvy girl who represents all of those girls out there who have big boobs on a smaller body and who only get attention directed at their chests! I want them to know that they should not be made to feel ashamed of or embarrassed about their bodies, especially their boobs, and that they should be celebrated. I have been through the embarrassment and have decided to show off my curvy figure in this competition because I refuse to let my others bring me down, instead I have chosen to embrace my boobs and show them off. I truly believe that all curvy girls are beautiful and that is why the public should vote for me!!

Get online now and vote for Hayley at www.starinabra.com. Join us Bra Selector on Facebook to talk.

Help Paris help big boobed women now

Published on March 29, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .
Paris O'Connell

Voting for Curvy Kate’s Star in a Bra final is coming to an end on April 4th so keep spreading the word and get your votes in soon. Today we are interviewing the lovely Paris O’Connell who is studying law in Sheffield – so we’re expecting 20,000 student votes!

Paris O'Connell
Paris O’Connell.Look guys cleavage vote now!

Why did you enter Star in a Bra?

I entered Star in a Bra because i’m trying this new thing where I take every opportunity thats handed to me. Life is too short after all!

Is it hard finding attractive and supportive bras in a 36FF?

So hard! I often find ones I love and then they don’t fit, and then ones that do fit cost a small fortune. Bra shopping is such a chore! Small breasted women have it so easy!

What is your favourite bra?

Freya is a god send! Panache are also brilliant, and of course Curvy Kate!

Why should you win?

I think I should win Star in a Bra 2011 because I want to be the one who is able to show women everywhere that they should love their bodies no matter what shape they are. As someone who was very self conscious about the size of my chest for a very long time I think I could be a good role model to women who also need to get over this!

You have some professional looking headshots, have you done some modelling before?

Most of my professional shots are taken by my Dad, who runs his own photography business so they are used to promote his website and the packages he offers. I have been on a couple of other photoshoots, building portfolio pictures as modelling is something i’m very interested in getting into. But other than that and a few wedding shows helping out some friends, nothing like this!

If you’d like to vote for Paris and a nice pair (terrible pun but you need to vote for 3 in total) then go to www.starinabra.com. Be sure to spread the word with all your friends on your blogs, Twitter, Facebook so Paris can get more votes! You could even speak to people… as old fashioned as it sounds as long as they get online and vote.

Vote Charmelle to teach industry about curves

Published on March 28, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .
Charmelle Forrester

Teaching assistant Charmelle Forrester is here to teach the world a thing or two about living with ample curves.

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Charmelle Forrester

Why did you enter Star in a Bra?

I wanted to enter last year and my friends and family where also encouraging me to do so, but at the time I was feeling a little insecure and had some personal hang ups about my body, I just didn’t have the confidence to see it through. I was kicking myself for the rest of the year for not following my heart and just going for it, and so this year I decided to enter and to do anything that felt good to me.

How did it feel to make the top 30?

It feels absolutely amazing to be picked for the top 30 girls! And honestly a complete shock to the system. I can’t stop smiling and I am truly thankful to of go this far.Its given me a real confidence boost.

With 32E boobs have you found it difficult shopping for good bras?

Most definitely, in the past it has been extremely difficult to find a good bra that fits well, looks good and doesn’t cost a small fortune.Its rather shocking and quit frustrating that even now a lot of stores and brands only go up to a D cup.

Could you share any good bra tips?

My favourite type of bra would be a balcony bra I find it gives me great support and keeps my breast in place and as for brands I would have to say Curvy Kate and Bravissimo are the best by far.

And finally…why should we “vote Charmelle”?

I think I should win because I believe I have the real definition of womanly curves, lumps and bumps and I am proud to say it out loud. After having a child I went up to a size 18 and have managed to lose that weight and get down to a size 10/12 which I am comfortable with and I think I look great, so to win this competition would just be the icing on the cake.Most women are not size 0 and have curvy bodies which are not perfect like myself, and I would love to inspire other women to love there curves and feel good in the skin there in.

Get online at www.starinabra.com and vote for Charmelle. If you’ve already voted, then spread the word on your blog, Twitter #starinabra or Facebook pages and groups.

If you’d like to compare prices on brands such as Curvy Kate, or just see what styles are available then try our our whizzy bra search engine! We’d love your feedback to make it better.

Astrid Lopez flaunts it for curvy women!

Published on March 28, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

Saucy Spaniard Astrid is a curvy HR admin, DJ and dancer (do tell?) who is standing for better representation of larger ladies in catalogues and the media – which after all is the job of this year’s Star in a Bra 2011 winner when the hype dies down.

Astrid Lopez
Astrid Lopez

Tell me a little about yourself

1. I am a London-based Spaniard, 31, an HR admin and dressmaker (and DJ and dancer :-) ). I decided to take part to show all curvy, real women out there that if I can, they can too :-)

Have you ever had trouble buying bras?

In Spain it is nigh-impossible, even these days, *if* you manage to find a shop that will stock bras in a 32 J they’ll be extortionate. This is much better in the UK – not only are bras in my size readily available but you’re not made to feel like a freak when you go out shopping!

Are there particular brands you’ve found good for large cup bras?

Freya is my staple brand and of late I’m loving Curvy Kate’s Tease Me set. A real winner, that ;-)

Why should you win Star in a Bra 2011?

Because you don’t see women like me in fashion or lingerie catalogues and I think a departure from the bigger-chested-but-slim-waist young models would be a welcome change for many women :-)

Aren’t you in a Proud and Curvy group with Sophia and Georgina?

There’s too many people (women particularly) that hate their bodies because of the portrayal of women in media and the idea that people will judge you by the way you look, so they live in fear of not looking the right or accepted way. We are happy, confident women that don’t pay any attention to those concerns and want to make other women feel that way too. I for one feel so much the better for having met them :-)

Vote now at www.starinabra.com – supported by the online lingerie retailer with the fab-est website, Simply Yours

Vote Michelle McMahon for natural curves

Published on March 27, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Scottish Irish beauty Michelle McMahon took part in Star in a Bra 2011 because she feels there aren’t enough outlets promoting normal, natural girls – to be sure… and much to the delight of many a man she’s decided to strip down to her unides to show you what a real curvy woman should be proud of.

Michelle McMahon
Michelle McMahon

Why did you enter Star in a Bra?

I entered as they arent many competitions that represent curvy girls. i love the fact this is promoting normal, natural girls!

How does it feel making the top 30?

Im am sooo happy to be in top 30. All the girls are so naturally beautiful looking and to be in the comp with them is amazing! i am delighted!!!

Why should our good readers vote you their curvy representative?

I should win as i would be a good representative for Curvy Kate. Im happy with my figure and never dieted and I think this promotes to young girls that we dont all need to look like supermodels!!!

Vote now at www.starinabra.com !