Bra Diaries

How to buy lingerie for your lover

I get this question often, and sometimes it is in the form of a joke, but it is always based in the real need for the answer. This technique works for every situation. Does your partner complain about her bras being uncomfortable, or not being able to find what she is looking for? Is lingerie something that makes you go hmmmm? Is lingerie already part of your bedroom life? Is it usually a birthday suit kinda deal and you think that is the only way to go? Specialty bra boutiques are a great tool …
24th Nov 2024 Lee Padgett CEO/Founder Busted Bra Shop
3 simple tests to see if your bra fits.

3 simple tests to see if your bra fits.

Finding the right bra isn't as straight forward as it could be. Do you know if your current bras are the best fit for you? Before you go to a specialty bra boutique, you can analyze your current bras and their fit. Put on your brst bra, and stand infront of a mirror.!-Raise your arms over your head, and watch the band. When you raise your arms does yourband pull away from your body?  Do your boobs feel like they are falling out the bottom of the bra?  If you answered yes to this test, …
23rd Nov 2024 Lee Padgett CEO/Founder Busted Bra Shop
What happens at a bra fitting?

What happens at a bra fitting?

Many bra wearers have never been to a bra fitting, and I think it may be because they don't know what to expect.  Are you thinking about getting a new bra?  Check out your local store's webpage to see if  you are able to get an appointment, or if they are required. Arrive to the store before your fitting to look around and get the vibe before they take you into a dressing room.I recommend wearing seperates since you are going to take your top and bra off, and you might not want to …
17th Nov 2024 Lee Padgett CEO/Founder Busted Bra Shop
We are bra fitters and boob stylists

We are bra fitters and boob stylists

The humans who work at Busted are bra fitters. We take two measurements to determine our client's best bra size. Product knowledge help us navigate the nuances of sizing between the different brands. We have bras from many different countries. The bra fitters at Busted have skills as well as style. We do not cater to one size range. Busted Bra Shop bras for AA-S cups, and 28-56 bands. Most bra stores carry 66 sizes, we carry over 200 sizes. Boobs are important, and we know that each client has t …
24th Jul 2024 Lee Padgett CEO/Founder Busted Bra Shop
Are you ready for a Drafty weekend in Detroit?

Are you ready for a Drafty weekend in Detroit?

Busted is expecting monster crowds in Downtown Detroit this month with the Draft events happening right outside our downtown Detroit doors. We have some cool things happening inside the store too!  We have a totally cool limited edition, hand-paionted footballs. This has come to us from a collaboration with Design Core and Shinola. Bedrock partnered with five Detroit artists to commemorate the Draft happening in Detroit in 2024. The football is lovely, and it can be yours.There is a sweepst …
19th Apr 2024 Lee Padgett CEO/Founder Busted Bra Shop
Preparing for a reality tv show, in store events, and a huge football event

Preparing for a reality tv show, in store events, and a huge football event

Behind the scenes of a bra empire can look pretty strappy. This month is no exception! We are getting ready for some pretty big things in all the stores. I am always looking for something new to showcase our awesome stores, products, and fitters. March and April are serving up some amazing fun and fashion. I am heading to film a reality TV show this month called the Blox.  My cofounder and spouse is going to join me. We had some special shirts made for us, so that we can represent the store …
13th Mar 2024 Lee Padgett CEO/Founder Busted Bra Shop

Traveling with bras

I  keep getting asked about traveling with bras. I have to confess, I take multiple bras when I travel. Like sometimes 1.5 per day.  I throw in lots of undies, and then pick out the outfits that match the foundations. The bras should pack pretty flat so the cups don't get crushed. BUT!  If you do pack a super firm molded cup bra, pack your socks, or undies in the cup to keep it full. Its really about lowering that crush pressure. The best bras to pack are the cut and sew bras like …
24th Feb 2024 Lee Padgett CEO/Founder Busted Bra Shop
Trends from the runway

Trends from the runway

I've just returned from a buying trip that went from Detroit to Paris, Ghent, and New York City. I had an incredible time with the brands, other boutique owners, and just seeing cool stuff. I can tell you that I saw some definite trends from the Runways and new collections. The tattoo effect is found on most lingerie pieces and is being done beautifully! Empreinte and Lise Charmel are excellent at it. The French laces are masterfully designed and many lay super flat on the skin.  The second …
11th Feb 2024 Lee Padgett CEO/Founder Busted Bra Shop
Wearing beautiful lingerie

Wearing beautiful lingerie

Somedays I wear the most beautiful lingerie of my life. I look forward to those days. It makes the morning feel amazing. I am no longer saving the "good bras" for special day, because I have discovered that everyday is special. I deserve a good pair of shoes in that I can walk a mile, or dance all night. I love wearing jeans that make me walk my runway walk even harder. And I love wearing lingerie that makes me feel supported, shaped well, and just gorgeous. Its like prom for my boobs and my too …
5th Nov 2023 Lee Padgett
Focus on Cosabella

Focus on Cosabella

We are specialty bra fitters and love solving problems. When we kept hearing the same issue from our clients, we started talking to our vendors to see how they could help. One of our favorite vendors, Cosabella, listened to the requests from their specialty shops and answered the call. We wanted to find a bralette for breasts DD and above, that was suportive and beautiful.  Cosabella is known for beautiful laces, even their name means "beautiful thing".  They presented us with the Neve …
31st Aug 2023 Lee Padgett CEO/Founder Busted Bra Shop

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