The time to toss your bra is probably sooner than you think.
Let’s be real: When was the last time you shopped for a new bra?
Here’s how to know when it’s time to buy anew bra, according to several lingerie experts.
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Stretched Out Back
The back of a bra naturally stretches out over time.
Loose Straps
Few things are as annoying as constantly adjusting a bra strap sliding down your shoulder.
If this is happening, it’s a clear sign it’s time for a change.
“The strap is the bridge between the cup and the back of the bra.
Painful Underwire
Does anyone enjoy the pain of an underwire poking out and digging into sensitive skin?
We didn’t think so.
“Get rid of it!”
Time to get some newwireless bras.
Those hairs mean the elastic in your bra has broken.
“It’s hard enough for a small bit of fabric to do its job!
Don’t wait to get a bra that’s in better shape and perhaps in your favorite color.
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