RaymondeTranchemontagne

Nearly every woman knows that embarrassing feeling when she realizes her bra is visible through her clothing. Sometimes, it’s because of a see-through fabric; other times it’s due to the colour of the bra itself. But which bra colours should be worn with which clothing colours? And which fabrics allow for the greatest range of bra colours?

For help in answering these and other questions, we asked Raymonde Tranchemontagne, Wonderbra’s Senior Design Manager, to walk us through some simple rules for avoiding unwanted exposure.

Based on your experience, what are the best underwear colours for remaining discreet?

Look for colours that are close to your skin tone. If you’re Caucasian or fair-skinned, this means colours like nude, skin tone, ivory, light pink, taupe, etc. If you have darker skin, look for darker colours like mocha, sand, or black. It’s a simple rule actually – the closer the bra is to your skin tone, the less it will show through your clothing.

Are there ways to wear bolder underwear colours whithout having them show through clothing?
Yes, as long as they’re worn with clothing of similar colours and not with pastels. Ideally, you should stick with darker coloured bras under dark clothing. And avoid white, especially under black clothing!

Does the fabric type of the bra play a role in how visibile (or invisible) it is, under clothing?

Yes, non-textured or seamless materials will always be more discreet. If you’d like to add some variety to your bra collection, look for bras with a light design, without too much colour contrast.

For a more “natural” look, what do you recommend?

A molded, seamless bra – with or without underwires – will give you the most natural appearance. Certain styles incorporate a foam inner lining for added comfort, opacity, and no show-through when worn underneath a t-shirt or silk clothing.

With its ultra-feminine style and retro-chic appeal, our Chantilly Lace collection is difficult not to love. To meet the needs of even more women, we’ve made this popular and enduring collection now available in 3 new styles that are sure to fit any wardrobe and any body type:

• - An underwire bra to show off your curves
• - A wireless bra for extra comfort
• - And a sexy push-up bra to enhance your neckline

With a variety of styles and featuring practical and timeless colours such as black, bronze and white, the Chantilly Lace collection offers the perfect bra for any occasion and promises beauty down to the finest detail.

	8484 Underwire Bra Sizes: A 36-38, B 34-38, C 34-38, D34-36 Colours : Seductive Bronze only Suggested Retail Price: $40.00 Available exclusively at specific The Bay stores, for a limited time.
	484 Lower rise brief Sizes: S-XL Colours : Seductive Bronze only Suggested Retail Price: $20.00 Available exclusively at specific The Bay stores, for a limited time.
	7484 Underwire Bra Sizes: B 34-38, C 34-40, D 34-40, DD 34-40 Colours : Seductive Bronze and Black/Ivory Suggested Retail Price: $42.00 Available at Sears, The Bay, Zellers and selected specialty boutiques.
	W8384 Balconet Demi-Bra Sizes: Black/Ivory B 34-38, C 34-38, D 34-38 and Seductive Bronze A 34-36, B 34-38, C 34-38, D 34-38 (Not available in White) Suggested Retail Price: $42.00 Available at Sears, The Bay and selected specialty boutiques.
	W2484 Wirefree bra Sizes: B 34-42, C34-42, D 34-42 Colours : White, Seductive Bronze and Black/Ivory Suggested Retail Price: $41.00 Available at Sears, The Bay, Zellers and selected specialty boutiques.
	W1984 Underwire Bra Sizes: C 38-44, D 38-44, DD 38-44 Colours : Seductive Bronze and Black/Ivory (Not available in White) Suggested Retail Price: $42.00 Available at Sears, The Bay and selected specialty boutiques.
	W0684 Medium Control Panty Colours : Seductive Bronze and Black/Ivory Sizes: S-2XL Suggested Retail Price: $21.00 Available at Sears, The Bay, Zellers and selected specialty boutiques.

WonderBra presents its new Limitless bra featuring more than 40 different strap positions!

Every woman knows that the right bra is an essential part of her wardrobe. And she doesn’t want to be limited in her choice of fashion because of her bra, either. That’s why WonderBra presents yet another innovation in intimates, with the introduction of a multi-functional style that has it all: comfort, support, and flexibility. With a multitude of styling options, the new W4083 style transforms handily to match any outfit, whether it be an evening dress for a reception, prom, or wedding, or simply casual wear for everyday.

Available in two colours – white and naturally nude – and without padding, this bra not only transforms to match your neckline, it also remains invisible under your clothing, from the darkest to the lightest of colours. Its innovative eyelet design provides multiple strap position options across the top of the bra to ensure the support – and discretion – you need. That’s how this new convertible bra featuring No Poke Wire™ technology adapts to clothing and not the other way around!

When it comes to comfort, this style has it, thanks to No Poke Wire™ technology with spring-tipped wires that adjust to your body movements, preventing pokethroughs and dig-ins. What’s more, wide elastic bands with rows of silicone gel provide a perfect, stay-put fit all day long. So say good-bye to constantly adjusting your bra – this one will stay right where it should!

The versatile W4083 style is a definite must for every woman’s wardrobe, right up to size DD, and opens the door to a wide choice of dresses or tops, cut in any way, shape, or form!

Matching Panty: W0683
Sizes: B34-40, C34-42, D34-40, DD34-40
Suggested retail price: $39.00
Colours: White/Naturally Nude
Distribution: Sears, The Bay

The WonderBra label never stops looking for innovative ways to accentuate women and their femininity. Styles in the WonderBra Plus Size bra collection offer optimal support to fashionable, curvaceous women without compromising style, femininity and sensuality.

Wirefree Bra with No Poke Side-Stay™: your perfect weekend companion! • Innovative No Poke Side-Stays™ with flexible tips move with you. • Delicate scalloped lace and ultra-soft cups provide perfect opacity. • Wilde, comfortable cushioned shoulder straps help to distribute weight. Style : W1903 Sizes : B 40-44, CD, DD 38-46 Colours: White, Body Blush Suggested Retail Price: $39.00 Available at Sears, The Bay and selected specialty boutiques.

Underwire Bra: Perfect for your romantic evenings • Two-tone Chantilly lace with feminine details. • Lightly cushioned cups provide opacity and comfort. • Convertible shoulder straps and attractive front design. Style: W1984 Sizes: CD 38-44, DD 38-44 Colours: Black/Ivory, Seductive Bronze Suggested Retail Price: $41.00 Available at Sears, The Bay and selected specialty boutiques.

Embroidered Underwire Bra: the stylish go-anywhere, do-anything intimate for professionals • Plunge front with scalloped lace-covered cups. • Slimming side panels for a smooth look. • Soft fabric closure reduces back irritation and no-slip straps. Style: W4513 Sizes: C 40-42, D 38-42, DD 38-44, DDD 36-44 Colours: 2-Tone Pearl, 2-Tone Navy, White Suggested Retail Price: $40.25 Available at Sears and specialty boutiques.

Underwire Bra with Comfortable No Poke Wire™: perfect for those busy days! • Spring-tipped No Poke Wire™ flexes when you move. • Ultra-soft cups provide a perfect opaque look and additional support. • Wide cushioned comfort straps and soft back closure that helps reduce back irritation. Style: W1983 Sizes: B 40-44, CD 38-46, DD 38-44 Colours: Black, White, Body Blush Suggested Retail Price: $40.00 Available at Sears, The Bay and selected specialty boutiques.

Full Underwire Bra for maximum support • Shaping micro-fibre cups with embroidery. • Ultra-feminine lace inlay. Style: W4511 Sizes: CD 38-42, DD 36-44, DDD 36-44 Colours: Pearl, Black/Navy, Pink/Frapaccino Suggested Retail Price: $40.25 Available at Sears and specialty boutiques.

Seamless Underwire Bra with No Poke Wire™: perfectly invisible support! • Spring-tipped No Poke Wire™ flexes with your movements. • Large straps offer maximal comfort. • Ultra-soft cups provide a smooth and defined shape. Style: W4583 Sizes: C 40-42, D 38-42, DD 38-44, DDD 36-42 Colours: Nude, Pink, Frappacino Suggested Retail Price: $39.25 Available at Sears and specialty boutiques.

Wire free Sports Bra that’s ready for action! • Ideal support for high-impact activities (jogging, tennis, aerobics). • Ultra-soft breathable COOLMAX® fabric wicks moisture away from your body. • Innovative strap system provides maximum support and stability. Style: W1926 Sizes: C, D, DD, DDD, 38-44 Colour: Naturally Nude Suggested Retail Price: $41.25 Available at Sears, The Bay and selected specialty boutiques.

“ The Buy:  Wonderbra Baby Love Nursing Bra

Globe & Mail, Thursday, July 29, 2010 – I don’t care what all the nice lady books tell you about the majestic wonder of a woman’s body in all its childbearing and baby feeding abilities – there’s nothing  that will make you feel  less sexy than being a walking 24-hour milk truck. Go out for lunch? Ha! You are lunch. And to add insult to injury, many nursing bras are about as sexy as a leaky Ziploc bag.

Remind yourself that you actually had to have sex to end up in the predicament you’re in now with a pretty lacy number, available with or without underwire,  that also unbuttons to give baby access to the milk fountain. (Hint: The one on the left is chocolate, right one is vanilla, pass it on.)

The Baby Love collection by Wonderbra will be available in Sears, The Bay and specialty boutiques as of August, $39.

Leah Rumack “

For tips on how to choose the right bra size, be sure to read our article, “The Perfect Bra?”

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There’s no doubt about it… Everyone knows that you’re supposed to wear a sports bra when you’re physically active. To prevent sagging or loss of muscle tone, you need a high-quality, properly adjusted bra that breathes and provides good support. If you choose the wrong type of bra…watch out…because you could end up with more than sagging and poor muscle tone. You could also suffer from perspiration, irritation and feel extremely uncomfortable!

Designed for women on the move or those who simply want to stretch their legs…the all-new WonderBra Style 5127 combines all the benefits of a great sports bra for high-impact activities with looks to kill. Manufactured with two COOLMAX® fabrics that let your skin breathe and AirFormTM, a revolutionary breathable fabric that molds to the body. The two-tone elastic, sliding straps are convertible to ensure total comfort. Your back will thank you for the foam-back Comfort Closure that helps reduce skin irritation. The new Style 5127 is available at Walmart, The Bay and specialty boutiques for the manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $41.00.

Whether you go for a stroll or work out at the gym, a properly fitted bra is as important as the shoes you buy. So…1-2-3…go! Run for your life!

As always, WonderBra is here to support you. Send us your comments and questions and you could win our new 5127 sports bra. Click here to enter the On the move with WonderBra Contest!