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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!

Bravissimo sale now on

Published on July 14, 2011 in Vouchers. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .
Sale now

Great news for D+ ladies. The ever popular Bravissimo has started its summer sale, with wapping discounts on wonderful bras from favourite brands such as Panache, Gossard, Freya and Bravissimo’s own brand bras.

Sale now

This Flirty Floral Bra is available in D to H cup. Reduced from £37 to £25 at Bravissimo now.

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Half price lingerie at BHS

Published on June 22, 2011 in Vouchers. 0 Comments Tags: , , .
Triumph Amorette 300

BHS has up to 50% off bras, nightdresses, sleepwear and knickers with free delivery from tomorrow (Thursday 23rd June) until Sunday.

Triumph Amorette 300


The sale includes the ever-popular Triumph Amorette bra for £19.60 and significant reductions on their own brand bras.

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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

Wacoal launches latest lingerie

Published on October 16, 2010 in Bra features. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Renowned for its exceptional fit, quality and absolute comfort, women of all shapes and sizes have come to depend on Wacoal bras. The manufacturer proudly purports to offering a combination of the finest fabrics, construction and designs that range from luxurious and romantic to elegantly structured. Take a look for yourself and if you don’t already know Wacoal in the UK you’ll soon get a feel for the brand’s quality.

Wacoal : Well thought our lingerie
Wacoal : Well thought our lingerie

The Wacoal Autumn Winter 2010 collection introduces a new full figure lace style ‘Beyond Basic’ with smooth seamless lace cups and deep V, allowing for a sexier silhouette. Great for larger cups when wearing low cut garments.

Opulence is the brand’s flagship style for this season – as featured in its national advertising. It incorporates a beautiful lace colour mix with
split strap for extra support and to give improved silhouette – also available in lace and contour mix.

Fashionable colours include Tawny Port and Flamingo Pink in its best selling Embrace Lace collection and French Roast in the new Opulence style.

The new collection also includes shapewear – Wacoal has introduced a Long Leg Shaper ‘Elegant Shaping’ which has revolutionary 3 way stretch, meaning that it is easier to get on and easier to wear with no “unladylike struggle in the changing rooms!” The fine lace design is also beautiful. Continue reading ‘Wacoal launches latest lingerie’

Wacoal’s autumn b.tempt’d collection shines

Published on October 15, 2010 in Bra features. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Wacoal’s b.tempt’d brand has introduced a stunning new collection for Autumn / Winter 2010, created to reflect passion, youthful exuberance and spirit in intimates. It certainly stands out from the average bra, set we’d like to know your feelings!

b.tempt'd lingerie by Wacoal
b.tempt’d lingerie by Wacoal

Opulent fabrics, energetic designs and intricate textures create a total fashion lingerie collection catering for sizes up to a 36DDD (also known as 36E bra size).

The new collection introduces a style to satisfy all moods and occasions. ‘Hot Spots’ is a frivolous and seductive range in dramatic cut out stretch lace with velvet bow detail, offering cleavage enhancement with its contour and demi-underwire styles. ‘Demi Desire’ has a quirky zest and youthful excitement using both lace and animal print fabrics to create a figure-flattering finish. French Desire offers the answer to all Christmas wishes; this beautifully crafted lace ensemble incorporates midnight black and scarlet colours, poised for a fabulous festive feel.

The manufacturer sums up the b.tempt’d brand as:

Consisting of blacks, nudes and whites as well as bright colourways with playful embellishments of tulle, lace and bows, b.tempt’d entices the young-minded woman to ‘be tempting’ and express her unique sense of fun

Your verdict?

b.tempt’d is available in a range of sizes from 30AA to 36DDD (36E) and brief sizes from small to large. b.tempt’d maintains Wacoal’s trademark of fit and comfort, while incorporating fresh and flattering silhouettes and styles.

Vist www.btemptd.co.uk for more information. b.tempt’d stockists include Figleaves

Beautiful new lingerie from Lepel

Published on October 10, 2010 in Bra features. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

Much loved British lingerie brand Lepel has unveiled its stunning Autumn/ Winter 2010 lingerie and nightwear collection. This season’s styles are an array of delicate prints, bold embroideries and gorgeous colour palettes to suit many tastes. Meanwhile, the 1950’s inspired capsule collection of one-piece swimsuits and bikinis in vibrant fuchsia and chic black is ideal for ladies planning a winter getaway. Famous for superb large busom support – most ranges are also available up to a G cup and size 18 in selected lingerie / nightwear styles. Super darling!

With floral embroidery dominating the catwalk this season, the Emma range in opulent champagne sees structured cups softened by pink rose antique lace with satin rosebud and diamante jewelled embellishments.

Emma bra and short by Lepel
Bra Selector favourite Emma by Lepel

Emma Padded Balcony Bra by Lepel £22 BeCheeky.com

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Charnos lingerie collection preview

Published on September 15, 2010 in Bra features. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Luxury lingerie brand Charnos has provided a glimpse of its new beautifully collection of feminine lingerie with stunning colour palettes, luxurious fabrics and exquisite trims. This British brand might has recently celebrated its 50th birthday, but continues to exude style, quality and femininity.

Take a look at the Charnos Hourglass range for a sexy modern take on classic style.

To find out more about Charnos visit www.charnos.co.uk and to compare styles and prices see Charnos on Brashop.

Designer lingerie store opens VIP boudoir

Published on September 6, 2010 in Bra features. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Soon-to-be-launched designer underwear store Fox & Rose has opened the doors to its members’ club, Fox & Rose 7th Floor. Members will have exclusive access to secret sales, events and offers, as well as a 10% discount on all products including pieces by Fleur of England, Ell and Cee and Fifi Chachnil when the site launches in September.

Fox and Rose designer lingerie
Fox and Rose designer lingerie

Championing British-led design and offering exquisite collections by some of the most sought-after lingerie designers, Fox & Rose will offer a totally new online shopping experience for designer underwear. Garments by established brands and cult designers will be shown in full video, offering the customer insight into how pieces sit on the body and how they might affect their chosen outerwear. What’s more, shoppers can read advice on how to choose the right kind of underwear to enhance their style, whether they’re looking to channel the forthcoming season’s minimalist theme or wanting a more voluptuous look.

Subscription to Fox and Rose 7th Floor will be available until the site officially launches in early September. Customers are invited to sign up now at www.foxandrose.com.

Triumph Inspiration Award winner announced

Published on June 18, 2010 in Bra features. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

It seems competitions are the only thing worth writing about right now. In fact Bra Selector’s homepage is beginning to look like an ITV TV schedule. However, it is with good reason that we’re covering the Triumph Inspiration Award in the UK – time for some uber-fashion lingerie ideas.

Nicky Hamilton-Jones and Louise Rednapp
Nicky Hamilton-Jones and Louise Rednapp with the three contestants

Just last week on the 10th June at a dazzling catwalk show hosted by style guru Nicky Hambleton-Jones, supported by a live set by model DJ Ben Grimes, Isabella Newell from Central Saint Martins was named the winner of the UK National Finals of the Triumph Inspiration Award 2010 with her design Circus Freaks. Aisling Farrell of Central Saint Martins took second place with Sacred Geometry and Kate Burreddu of De Montfort University came in third place with her design Podtastic. Continue reading ‘Triumph Inspiration Award winner announced’