Bra Horror Monday: The Curse of The Front Clasp

Today's Bra Horror Monday focuses on the curse of the front clasp. Almost 50% of bra horror stories are caused by the dreaded front clasp bra which can come undone at the most unlikely of times. The other 50%? Bras that are too small. Taylor aka The Fashion Dungjen, shares a great embarrassing bra moment with us:

"I am a softball junkie. I played my first T-ball game when I was five years old. Not too bad, right? I played through my senior year in high school - mostly as a catcher. I couldn't ever get enough of the sport. So, when I came to college two and a half years ago, I wasn't able to play as often as I'd like so I'd jump at the opportunity to do anything softball related. What that means is I basically would play catch with anyone who seemed marginally competent and had access to a glove.

One day I was playing catch with a friend when something started to feel a little off, a little uncomfortable. I ignored the shifting sensation in my T-shirt until things started to feel ... a little out of place. I took a quick glance down to assess the issue and realized my front-hook bra had come undone, probably from the repetitive throwing and contortions I had to do in order to catch the ball.

I was mortified. (My catch partner was a boy, by the way.) I pretended to miss the next throw so I cold retreat to pick it up. Instead, on my retreat, I tossed my glove to the ground to adjust my bra while my back was turned to my partner. I ended the game of catch after that. Clearly it was due to my extreme exhaustion. In retrospect, the bra probably didn't fit right, and, with constant movement, decided it couldn't keep things in order."

We are definitely strongly against underwires and front hook bras! Get a seamless molded bra from MySkins and stay put!

Bra Horror Monday: Why You Need a Nude Bra

Today's Bra Horror Monday consists of a woman who should have been using our product or should have been reading our blog. She decided to wear a dress without a bra because she couldn't find a bra to wear under that particular dress that didn't commit a fashion faux pas.

So...she decided to go commando, and let’s just say, that by the end of the night, everyone knew what was under that dress:

“I have what can be termed an ‘ample’ chest! I also have an amazing dress that I love to bits. However I have never been able to find a bra that fits under that dress. You can either see the bra straps or the bra front. So, to wear the dress I must wear it bra-less, which as you can imagine, is flirting with danger! So .. on one particular occasion, my husband’s parents were over from England. My husband’s father is a fit, elderly, man and loves to dance. This particular occasion we were dancing together .. myself in my gorgeous dress ….. and yes, I fell out. Both of them! In front of my father in law ….. and N O-ONE told me!!! So there I was .. boogying down on the dance floor, showing my father-in-law the assets that attracted his son! I was horrified! And if that’s not a bra horror story, I don’t know what is!! - LS”

This is the typical story among women who won't wear a dress they love or play with danger to wear it because they don't have a bra that works. We suggest a MySkins convertible bra...not only does it come in 20 Skin matching colors, but it also can change to fit under any dress!

The History of Bras

1st Patented Bra

We all need them, we wear them every day, and some women wear them all the time. We are talking about bras; but where did they come from and when did it all start?

According to Vogue, bras began way back in Cretan times, thousands of years ago, but became a part of worldwide culture in the 1900’s. As with many popular products, designers around the world claimed to have designed the first bra. However, Mary Phelps-Jacob actually gets the most credit because in 1914 she patented, on paper, the first bra, under the name of Caresse Crosby.

The first patented bra was made of two silk handkerchiefs that were tied together with a seam in the front and baby ribbon sewn for straps. Seemed like a great idea? Well, women didn't really get interested in her idea so she sold the rights to Warners fro $1500 dollars, and like all stories, they used her patent and made over 15 million dollars.

Today bras have come a long way as far as structure, but not in comfort and style. At MySkins, bra research is our number one priority which is why we make the only bras that come in 20 different skin matching colors that match 95% of the population’s skin tone. Plus they are comfortable and seamless! Download a color card today and experience the new technology of women's underwear.

Your Bra Should Be Your Favorite Summer Accessory

Not only do you have to wear your bra every day, whether to the office or out on the town, it also has to fit along with your fashion style. If you are professional our bras are perfect under your everyday attire, additionally, if you are a fashionista, our bras provide you with the ability to wear the latest fashion trends with confidence.

Two hot trends this summer can fit seamlessly with your MySkins’ bra. The first is the sheer fashion trend which has been hitting runways around the globe since 2008. Sheer tops and dresses can be seen on celebrates and models alike, but it's also been incorporated into the latest designers ready to wear lines. Your MySkins’ bra can work perfectly under sheer clothing because not only does it match your skin tone for invisibility, but it also provides wearers with comfort and support for confidence to work the latest styles without worrying about falling out of your clothes; and creating your own personal embarrassing moment.

To incorporate the sheer look into your wardrobe we suggest the plunge bra because you can wear with peak a boo or low cut blouses while it matches your skin tone for the ultimate in sheer fabulousness.

Another great trend this summer is the one shoulder dress, especially like the one Michelle Obama wore during the inauguration of her husband and our President, Barack Obama. The one shoulder dress is only as good as your bra! A great convertible bra, like ours, is essential for making the most of this stunning look.


Remember, we're not just a bra company! We care about your personal style which is why our bras were named the "Perfect Summer Bra" by People Style Watch. Download your color card and grab a MySkins’ bra today…the best fashion accessory for your Spring and Summer looks.