How do bra extenders work

United Kingdom. United Kingdom United States. Considering wearing a bra extender or don't even know what one is? We tell you all about them and the top 3 reasons why you should wear one! A bra Author: Brastop. Ready to throw your old faithful bra out? Think again. Here are 10 top bra hacks to bring a new lease of life back into your lingerie! Sick of your bra straps falling off your shoulders? Find out why it might be happening and how to stop it.

During pregnancy, certain times of the month or if you experience a sudden weight gain, you might think a bra extender is the solution. And yes, these extenders can be a good solution, but should only be a temporary one. Any advantage you gain in band size will be countered by problems with the straps. A bra extender changes the design of the bra, specifically strap placement. Adding a few inches to the back of the bra moves the straps out in the back so they sit closer to the ends of your shoulders.

This could lead to a chronic problem with straps slipping. A good example of the way extenders change the bra design is the leotard back bra. Leotard backs are specifically designed to create the right amount of tension to keep straps at a particular angle. I liken using bra extenders to walking around with a dress not zipped up all the way: yes, it fits, but it throws off the shoulders and the lines of the dress. With this extender, I've been able to breathe in bras that I haven't worn in years.

It feels like I've gotten a new tool in a video game and can now go back and have fun with the quests I bypassed, except, instead of levels, they're bras I've bought and abandoned over the years. That's a different kind of win. Watch women sizes 0 through 26 try on the exact same lingerie.

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