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Aleta Williams
Aleta Williams owns Aleta’s Bras and Lingerie, located at 5601 E. Central (SE Corner of Central & Edgemoor) in East Wichita, offers almost 50-years of experience fitting bras and giving the very best customer service. Aleta’s carries several lines of fashionable swimwear including Gottex, Miracle Suit, and Carol Woir. Aleta also works with ladies who have had breast surgeries, mastectomies, and lumpectomies. You can contact Aleta by phone at (316) 682-0132.
Intimate Apparel
2010-08-01 13:01:00
Tips on sports bras
Answer: Know your A, B, C’s and Double D’s: Whether you are an A cup or a DD, you need good support to avoid discomfort and injury. Unlike muscles which can repair themselves, breast tissue are is connected by Cooper’s ligaments which, when unsupported, can stretch and lead to irreversible breast sag. Think of a great-performing sports bra just like you would a pair of technical running shoes—essential equipment to help you perform your best. FIND YOU FIT: Use your measurement as a guide for selecting a variety of styles. Each will feel and fit differently on your body. Pay special attention to the following areas to find a great fit. BAND: •It should fit slightly more snug than a regular bra. •Be sure it doesn’t ride up in the back. If it does, the band may be too loose and/or the bra needs to be adjusted. CUPS: •Adjust your breasts for a proper fit. They should be completely encompassed within the cups. •Wrinkles or puckers in the cup indicate the cup is not fitting properly. •Underwire should never cut into soft breast tissue. STRAPS: •They should not dig in or slide off your shoulders. Adjustable straps offer a more custom fit. Looking for expert fit? Here are some additional features to consider when shopping for a sports bra. COMPRESSION vs. ENCAPSULATION: A sports bra should minimize breast movement through compression, encapsulation or a combination of both. compression: A sports bra should minimize breast movement through a combination of compression and encapsulation. The bra should not pressure breasts against the breast wall to limit movement. The bra should be designed to surround and support each breast individually. The two methods are combined in one bra offering superior support, comfort and shaping. encapsulation: The bra is engineered to surround and support each breast individually, as well as give shaping. combination: The two methods are combined in one bra offering superior support, comfort and shaping. DRESS REHEARSAL: Measurig is a necessity. Bra sizes fit differently depending on the brand, style and your body type - it might take several tries to find what works for you. COMFORT AND SUPPORT: Comfort and support are the key to a good fit. STAYING DRY: Even when you plan to sweat, it’s no fun to feel wet—this also can lead to chafing and irritation. Staying dry is key to staying comfortable. Moving Comfort sports bras are engineered with our special DriLayer® fabrics to quickly transfer moisture away from your skin to the outside of the fabric where it disperses and evaporates. MAKING YOUR SPORTS BRA LAST LONGER: A sports bra should be replaced every 6-12 months. If you can’t read the care label anymore, it’s time for an update. While all of our sports bras are machine washable, here are some tips to give your sports bra a longer life: •Fasten the hooks before tossing them in the machine. •Hang dry. Dryers wear down the fabric and moisture management properties. If you do use the dryer, do not use fabric softeners or sheets Aleta Williams owns Aleta’s Bras and Lingerie, located at 5601 E. Central (SE Corner of Central & Edgemoor) in East Wichita, offers over 37 years of experience fitting bras and giving the very best customer service. Aleta’s carries several lines of fashionable swimwear including Gottex, Miracle Suit, and Carol Woir. Aleta also works with ladies who have had breast surgeries, mastectomies, and lumpectomies. You can contact Aleta by phone at (316) 682-0132.
 
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