Tux of Borg Posted May 22, 2005 Share Posted May 22, 2005 http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050520/clf053.html?.v=6 Wacoal Study Reveals That 90 Million Women Are in the Wrong Size Bra NEW YORK, May 20 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a national fit study by Wacoal, eight out of ten women in the U.S. -- or nearly 90 million women over the age of 18 -- are wearing the wrong size bra. The Wacoal study, conducted among 750 women, also reveals that the most common mistake made by women is wearing a bra in which the band is too big and the cups too small, with an estimated 35 million women making this mistake alone. "There is a stigma about wearing larger cup sizes, so women are reluctant to wear what truly fits their body. Wearing a bra that properly fits the body can change the way you look and feel, yet too many women are hesitant to go for a bra fitting thinking it will be as traumatic an experience as trying on bathing suits," said Liz Smith, director of retail service for Wacoal. "A professional bra fitting done by a trained fitter can be a fun and informative experience." Smith recommends that women get fitted once per year or whenever they gain or lose five or more pounds, start or stop an exercise program, become pregnant, and after giving birth. Telltale signs of an ill-fitting bra include straps that fall off the shoulders, a back that rides up or underwires that poke the skin. Women can get a free bra fitting by a Wacoal fit specialist or Wacoal- trained fitter at more than 1,000 stores, which are located in all 50 states. Smith and her team of 55 fit specialists have conducted more than 1.5 million free bra fittings for Wacoal in the past 20 years, making the company a leading expert in fit and comfort. "Being the fit expert does not end with the ability to properly measure women to determine their correct size," said Smith. "Being the fit expert means having the product to back it up, which is why Wacoal bras range from 30AA to 44G and are made to strict fit specifications." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramius Posted May 22, 2005 Share Posted May 22, 2005 where do i sign up to volunteer as a free bra size fitter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted May 22, 2005 Share Posted May 22, 2005 where do i sign up to volunteer as a free bra size fitter? 342039[/snapback] Ramius, we need to step up to the plate here. We should offer free breast examinations right here on The Wall. Now before anybody with a dirty mind gets any ideas, this here is for humanitarian reasons only. This would strictly be a public service. Now, how can we get this organized quickly so the needy public doesn't suffer any longer than it has already? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramius Posted May 22, 2005 Share Posted May 22, 2005 Ramius, we need to step up to the plate here.We should offer free breast examinations right here on The Wall. Now before anybody with a dirty mind gets any ideas, this here is for humanitarian reasons only. This would strictly be a public service. Now, how can we get this organized quickly so the needy public doesn't suffer any longer than it has already? 342045[/snapback] Exactly, you have a great idea. Notice how i volunteered my services, as i am trying to do the community good here. I do not require any compensation, but would do this out of the goodness of my own heart. I am doing this for the betterment of society. Now we need to organize this great deed to humanity. Nanker, i will step up and run the free fitting for 18-24 yr olds. Would you care to take the 25-31 yr old group? Now we just need some more selfless souls to help with the remainder of the age brackets. I nominate LABillz to run our foreign relations branch, if he'd like to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of BiB Posted May 22, 2005 Share Posted May 22, 2005 OK, take the high road. I'll admit I'm a dirty old man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramius Posted May 22, 2005 Share Posted May 22, 2005 OK, take the high road. I'll admit I'm a dirty old man. 342056[/snapback] Hahaha...I'm 23, and its the NFL offseason, so boobs are pretty much the sole reason why i wake up each morning... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of BiB Posted May 22, 2005 Share Posted May 22, 2005 Hahaha...I'm 23, and its the NFL offseason, so boobs are pretty much the sole reason why i wake up each morning... 342057[/snapback] Youngun's, I swear. Doesn't anyone appreciate long lithe legs and a nice tight behind anymore? I miss the 20th Century. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill from NYC Posted May 22, 2005 Share Posted May 22, 2005 Youngun's, I swear. Doesn't anyone appreciate long lithe legs and a nice tight behind anymore? I miss the 20th Century. 342060[/snapback] To answer your question.....yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadBuffaloDisease Posted May 22, 2005 Share Posted May 22, 2005 I appreciate it all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven in MD Posted May 23, 2005 Share Posted May 23, 2005 I think we can open up a store called Boobs R Us to fit women with the correct bra. As a self proclaimed Boobologist, I can train everyone in the correct method. First order of business....eliminate the padded bra. Who wants to work with me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fake-Fat Sunny Posted May 23, 2005 Share Posted May 23, 2005 I think we can open up a store called Boobs R Us to fit women with the correct bra. As a self proclaimed Boobologist, I can train everyone in the correct method. First order of business....eliminate the padded bra. Who wants to work with me? 342191[/snapback] As long as we're talking about gender/physique based business ideas here, I figure this is a fine thread to toss in my own idea that I would love to see someone do, not because I have any interest in the "service" provided but it would amuse me to see it happened. I have been quite intrigued watching the controversy/success of the food chain known as Hooters. it's owl mascot and their hiring of bodacious babes. My alternative idea would be to open a chain of restaurants where the waiters would all be men who are paid a premium for their body-building and physiques. They would be Chippendales who can't dance. The animal featured on the neon signs would be the rooster. The name of the restaurant in a backhanded nod to pectoral muscles and the rooster would of course be called PECKERS! If this is done we could make tens!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramius Posted May 23, 2005 Share Posted May 23, 2005 I think we can open up a store called Boobs R Us to fit women with the correct bra. As a self proclaimed Boobologist, I can train everyone in the correct method. First order of business....eliminate the padded bra. Who wants to work with me? 342191[/snapback] Hey i demand 50% ownership, as i was the originator of this idea... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jarthur31 Posted May 23, 2005 Share Posted May 23, 2005 Ramius, we need to step up to the plate here.We should offer free breast examinations right here on The Wall. Now before anybody with a dirty mind gets any ideas, this here is for humanitarian reasons only. This would strictly be a public service. Now, how can we get this organized quickly so the needy public doesn't suffer any longer than it has already? 342045[/snapback] Will Ugandi women be banned from your gracious help? African women living in the bush need the most help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of BiB Posted May 23, 2005 Share Posted May 23, 2005 My alternative idea would be to open a chain of restaurants where the waiters would all be men who are paid a premium for their body-building and physiques. They would be Chippendales who can't dance. The animal featured on the neon signs would be the rooster. The name of the restaurant in a backhanded nod to pectoral muscles and the rooster would of course be called PECKERS! If this is done we could make tens!!!!! I thought you were going into a really bad gay fantasy until the last line. It could work. It would work. They lie about it, but women are generally hornier than we are... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartyBall4Buffalo Posted May 23, 2005 Share Posted May 23, 2005 This whole time reading this thread I was just thinking..... I wonder if 90 million women are wearing the wrong size panties Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dib Posted May 23, 2005 Share Posted May 23, 2005 Breast exam fees: Small breasts $10 Med breasts $5 Large Breasts: free To spare women the indignity of wearing the wrong size bra, I have always advocated women being braless. Let those puppies breathe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assquatch Posted May 23, 2005 Share Posted May 23, 2005 where do i sign up to volunteer as a free bra size fitter? 342039[/snapback] You should have bid on this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiew Posted May 23, 2005 Share Posted May 23, 2005 Breast exam fees:Small breasts $10 Med breasts $5 Large Breasts: free Now that's a good deal! But no one has volunteered for the over 31 age group? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven in MD Posted May 23, 2005 Share Posted May 23, 2005 Now that's a good deal! But no one has volunteered for the over 31 age group? 342297[/snapback] I prefer my breasts like my wine...aged to perfection. I will take the 30-50 age group. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiew Posted May 23, 2005 Share Posted May 23, 2005 I prefer my breasts like my wine...aged to perfection. I will take the 30-50 age group. What a guy. Take one for the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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