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Results for 02/16/2005 to 03/03/2005
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Last week, Cassity said:
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"Wired Bra--less?
I'm 16, and I have never really worn a bra with wires. I do not really feel comfortable wearing it. Not that anyone does not let me. My problem is that whenever I wear an underwire bra, my dad always notices it and says something like, "oh they look bigger...somehow." I get so embarrassed, even though I only wear a size B. As a result, I try to get out of wearing underwire bras by wearing sport bras. However, my mom says I should wear the underwire bras because I'm getting older and should break the sport-bra habit. Should I keep wearing sport bras, or change?"
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604 SmartGirls replied:
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You should first explore your brazier options before you commit! Grab a friend or your mom and head to the stores. There are many comfortable options now for people to choose from when buying bras. There are bras that have an underwire, but zero padding. There is also a racer-back style that feels similar to a sports bra. The only way to know which ones are most comfortable for you is to try them on. Also note that you should not feel the underwire so much that it hurts you. If it does, the bra is probably too small. |
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Your embarrassment is stopping you from wearing underwire bras. You need to tell your father that his comments make you feel uncomfortable. He might not know his words prevent you from wearing underwire bras. If you feel weird talking to him about the problem, ask your mother to speak with him. It is important that your family understands what you are feeling. |
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You want to wear underwire but you feel uncomfortable in them. However, girls often feel more supportive in them and can wear more clothes, such as tank tops, without the straps showing. You can get used to them by first forcing yourself to wear them. Start by wearing one only once a week. Then, as you begin getting used to it, make it twice a week, then three times a week and so on. Soon you will be wearing underwire all of the time! |
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You should wear what makes you feel comfortable! It is your body; you have the right to wear sports bras if you want to wear them! Underwire bras do not prevent breasts from sagging like many people believe. |
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45% gave other responses. Some SmartGirls said:
Cassity, you should tell your dad that the comments he makes embarrass you. He probably isn't aware of what he's doing. Wear whatever bra makes you feel most comfortable. There are different types of bras that you can always choose from. You should definitely feel comfortable. Are you on good terms with your dad? If so, let him know that it seriously bothers you and makes you feel uncomfortable. Experiment with different bras and see what you personally prefer. Good luck. I think you should just keep wearing sports bras. I mean at least no one will really notice it. Your dad shouldn't do that anyway because he should know that we hate being not really teased but, I mean, you know that stuff. You should wear the type of bra you like, whether its sports or underwire bras. Sport bra's are great because they are well supportive and all. If the underwire bra is uncomfortable it may be because it is either too big or too small. Try to find a size that actually fits you. If you need more help ask your mother. Dear Cassity, If you really don't feel comfortable wearing under-wired bras, there is no reason in the world that you need to, even though you are getting older! But also remember that your dad isn't some stranger, and there is really no reason to get embarrased, he's known you forever! But what really matters is what suits you. If your mum really thinks you should try them, then maybe you could try to see how uncomfortable it really is, or if you could get used to the bra after a little while. But there is other options of bra's that you can try. But this decision is really up to you, all i can do is give you my opinion. Be Happy and Smile! :) Laurie-Ann
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