Source: www.underwear.com.cy

Research in the UK has found that of the total number of women who exercise, 77 % don’t wear a sports bra and of this figure, 19% don’t bother to wear a bra at all!! The remainder stick to their normal bra or crop top. This is bad news when you consider that any excessive breast movement puts huge strain on the ligaments that hold the breasts in place, causing them to stretch and resulting in long-term sagging of your boobs.

To stay in shape, a well-designed sports bra is as essential as a good pair of trainers : an ordinary everyday bra doesn’t give enough support during exercise. Sports bras are specially designed to allow complete freedom of movement while holding you firmly in place and are made from specialised fabrics that channel moisture away from the skin to the outside of the fabric where it quickly evaporates. They come in different styles to suit different shapes and levels of activity and include seamless cups for a natural outline, racer backs and cotton-rich materials that allow the skin to breathe.

Source: www.underwear.com.cy

Breast sizes across Europe are growing. The average size has gone from a 34B to a 36C over the past 10 years.

Twenty years ago a DD cup was unusual. - now G cups are not uncommon. Changing diet and the Pill are the culprits.

Bra-wearers are getting younger. Twenty years ago, 12 and 13 year olds were bought teen bras, now eight and nine year olds are taking the plunge.

Today the biggest selling colour is white, while ivory and cream come a close second. Tea rose was a hot favourite from the Twenties right through to the Fifties.

In 1971 skin tones were bestsellers and were second favourites until about 5 years ago. About 20% of sales are on fashion colours - watch out for.....

Higher numbers of separations, divorces and remarriages have boosted the demand for attractive lingerie.

Source: www.yourbridesguide.com.au/

While you spend most of your energy deciding on you bridal look that can be seen, just as important is what lies underneath. Lingerie serves more purposes than just impressing your new husband. Depending on the style of gown, selecting the right style of lingerie to give you support is important. Nothing will ruin an outfit quicker than seeing lines protruding through your gown fabric from unsuitable choice of lingerie.