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For all the women who are tired of dealing with brassiere discomfort, you may now switch to these alternatives:
It is common for women to hate wearing bras. In fact, during the pandemic, many of them have found it "freeing" to go bra-less at home. It provides comfort to those who have had to deal with ill-fitting undergarments for years.
Unfortunately, women wearing the wrong brassiere size is a typical problem worldwide. This is a real problem as it can seriously harm one's health; aside from back problems, it may also cause infection, especially when one wears the wrong type of garment while doing sports activities.
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If you're hesitant about ditching the brassiere because of breast ptosis (also known as breast sagging), you can trust that this claim is only a myth according to health specialist, Dr Cassann Blake. Know that you don't have to completely join the "no-bra" movement to free yourself from tight bras. Instead, consider alternatives that may provide relief in your day to day, especially when you're not always participating in intense exercises.
Moreover, these can also help you wear certain clothes that typically require special types of bras.
Browse below to know where you can get the right bra alternative:
1. Barebone
Barebone has a wide range of reusable nipple covers for all breast sizes. This brand created the Moonshape, an innovative nipple cover that's designed for women with smaller cup sizes. It can also be conveniently worn under clothes that reveal more skin. They also have seamless nipple covers for women with average or bigger bra sizes in shades that match Filipina skin tones. Their products are waterproof and can stick to the skin for a longer period of time. They also offer pouches and shapers for the nipple covers so they can last longer.
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2. Easy Peasy
Most of Easy Peasy's products are created with non-adhesive and non-tugging technology. They have a selection of nipple pads that have different uses, including a Lift Pad. Women with larger chests will also be thrilled as they offer XL nipple pads apart from other sizes which are available in varying colours that can blend with any complexion (even women with very sensitive skin).
3. Braboom
While Braboom also has a selection of seamless nipple covers, they also have the Adhesive Pushup Bra for women who prefer more coverage. For more support, you may also try their Breast Tape Roll which is essential for those who often wear tube tops, clothes with plunging necklines, and backless pieces, making it easier to wear your favourite outfits without having a hard time hiding your bra!
4. Prive
If styling is your main concern aside from comfort, look through Prive's collection of fashion tapes, breast shapers, and covers. One of their well-loved items is the Invisible Boob Tape which can help provide you with better shape and form. They also have a Seamless Bra and Mini Silicone Nipple Covers (which are also available in different shapes to cater to different needs.) Prive Reusable Bunny Lifts and bra inserts are available as well and they offer these in black for those who love to wear darker clothes.
Guys who hate wearing inner clothes in hot weather can also try their hypo-allergenic Men's Nipple Covers!
5. Tapies
Tapies wants to empower women to feel free and comfy when using their seamless Cover-ups. They have these in many shades—suited for Filipina complexion—and sizes. It'll stay on your skin even when sweat comes in contact with the silicon Cover-up. Just be sure to wash them before storing them in chic cases which are also available in their store.
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Christine Andas is a features writer and the style lead of Tatler Philippines. She mostly covers style-related content but enjoys writing about space, sneakers, and her favourite stars. She acquired a master's degree in Creative Writing at the University of Santo Tomas and has written young adult short stories which can be read online.
