I would like to wear a camisole but not a bra and camisole. A camisole with a bra attached would be good, but where do I buy one? What do you suggest I do? —Meena
Sounds like you're ready to test-drive a cami-bra, a modern marvel that fuses brassiere with camisole. Some of these so-called cami-bras have built-in shelf bras, which may or may not provide the support and coverage you need. Other cami-bras feature lightly padded, molded cups and/or underwire which provide full support and render a separate bra unnecessary.
Look for cami-bras in the lingerie department of your favorite store—Macy's, Kohls, Target, etc. Other great stores to check out include Nordstrom—their bra-fit-experts can help you find a supportive camisole, and the service is complimentary. If you have a larger bust, Panache makes a popular cami-bra in sizes up to a G cup (available at BareNecessities.com). Banana Repubic makes some of the best camis that you can layer for work; Victoria's Secret offers one of the widest selections of cami-bras from basic white and black to pretty bra-tops with ruffle-details.
I've had luck with the cami-bras from Gap, Express and Target. Experiment until you find one that works for you—the reward will be a lighter, more comfortable way to layer, especially during the hot summer months.
Are you a fan of the cami-bra or do you prefer to layer a regular camisole over a bra?
Sounds like you're ready to test-drive a cami-bra, a modern marvel that fuses brassiere with camisole. Some of these so-called cami-bras have built-in shelf bras, which may or may not provide the support and coverage you need. Other cami-bras feature lightly padded, molded cups and/or underwire which provide full support and render a separate bra unnecessary.
Look for cami-bras in the lingerie department of your favorite store—Macy's, Kohls, Target, etc. Other great stores to check out include Nordstrom—their bra-fit-experts can help you find a supportive camisole, and the service is complimentary. If you have a larger bust, Panache makes a popular cami-bra in sizes up to a G cup (available at BareNecessities.com). Banana Repubic makes some of the best camis that you can layer for work; Victoria's Secret offers one of the widest selections of cami-bras from basic white and black to pretty bra-tops with ruffle-details.
I've had luck with the cami-bras from Gap, Express and Target. Experiment until you find one that works for you—the reward will be a lighter, more comfortable way to layer, especially during the hot summer months.
Are you a fan of the cami-bra or do you prefer to layer a regular camisole over a bra?
The B.P. area in Nordstrom has them for $12 in a huge assortment of colours and the quality is stellar. Straight into the dryer and no shrinkage. Also, if it’s too hot for a regular cami but you need one for cleavage purposes, Second Base is fabulous. Very soft and silky!
http://www.youlookfab.com/2009/06/04/second-base-the-cami-that-keeps-you-cool/
thanks for the tip about second base, hadn't heard of that brand.
i'm not a fan of camis with a shelf bra (the elastic is irritating and they don't fit well over regular bars) but i do like the ones with built-in lightly padded bras. uniqulo (in nyc) actually has an amazing bra-tank that's perfect for summer. no bra straps to worry about yet full coverage and support! genius.
I'll have to check some of these out tho...maybe I'll find something to change my mind.