Balconette bra

Every woman wants to look perfect while in the office, on a walk, or even at home. Of no small importance is not even what is worn on the outside; underwear plays an important role for high self-esteem. Nothing cheers you up like a great bra that accentuates your bust line and a bouncy bust. And here a balconette bra will always come to the rescue.

The history of the emergence of such an important part of a woman's wardrobe as a bra is replete with many variants of authorship and place of invention. It is known that this detail appeared in women as part of clothing in ancient times in the form of ribbons, bandages, pieces of fabric that supported and tightened the breasts. In ancient Egypt, it was even customary to emphasize the harmony and line of the chest, the small size of which was considered a sign of aristocratic origin.

In ancient Rome, women emphasized the slimness of their breasts with leather straps called stanzas. This piece of women's clothing is considered the true progenitor of the modern bra.

In the Middle Ages, a corset appeared - a complex design that allows you to tighten in volume not only the chest, but also the waist. Corsets dominated women's wardrobe for a long time. And only by the end of the 19th century, prototypes of modern bras began to appear. Several European countries consider the bra to be their invention. The patent for this wardrobe detail has been issued several times for various similar designs.

In one case, it was a part of a corset cut off along the chest line with straps sewn to it. In another case, they were elastic bands with a piece of cloth.

Already in the 30s of the twentieth century, the bra has become an obligatory and necessary part of any woman's wardrobe.

The “balconette” model first saw the light in the late 30s, early 40s of the last century, but it did not look quite like modern models. Alas, this model did not take root for a long time and was for some time consigned to oblivion. Already in the 60s of the twentieth century, the balconette is experiencing a new round of development and outwardly looks like a modern one. At the same time, he was remembered and loved by many women.

The fashion of the 70s of the twentieth century pushed the balconette bra into the background. And only a decade later, he received a new breath largely due to the fact that girls with a magnificent bust and a feminine physique came into fashion to replace thin girls.

The balconette bra is the perfect invention that supports the breast and gives it a seductive splendor, beautiful neckline. At the same time, the balconette can transform breasts of any size and shape. Ideal for outfits with a cleavage, open neckline.

The peculiarities of this model of bra are in a special cut - a narrow upper part, a rigid supporting bottom with underwires, specially shaped cups, widely spaced straps. Cups can be half open or fully open, seamless, hard, soft.

The name "balconette" is due to the similarity of the cups to the architectural form of balconies. The straps can be removable, wide or narrow. Cups can also be push-up, molded, differentiated (with different sizes of left and right breasts), with gel inserts, with silicone retention strips along the top edge of the cup for strapless wear.

For a long time it was believed that the balconette does not fit the owners of small breasts, but it looks more profitable only on curvaceous forms. However, modern models of a balconette bra allow all women, without exception, to wear it. You just need to choose your option correctly.

For owners of small breasts, the balconette allows you to raise the chest, add volume and correct the shape.

A balconette is also suitable for ladies with lush breasts and gives a slim bust and beautiful outlines. For additional breast support, there is a silicone band around the edge of the cup, which securely fixes the bra.

With the help of a balconette bra, you can even correct your figure - make your silhouette slimmer by raising your chest, emphasize the thinness of your waist.

The balconette bra has many varieties by design and models. It can be a lace product, decorated with ribbons, or satin, fashionable modern synthetic fabrics.

There are many well-known world brands of lingerie that produce balconette bras in their collections. Let's consider a few of them:

• Intimissimi is an Italian brand within Calzedonia SpA, created in 1996. Has won truly worldwide recognition for its collections of lingerie, distinguished by elegance, sophistication and comfort. The brand is engaged in the production of a wide range of underwear, homewear, wedding lingerie sets. They use exquisite materials - handmade lace and sewing, modern synthetic fabrics, satin, silk. This brand is distinguished by functionality coupled with true Italian taste. New products and technologies are successfully used in bras. Balconette bras of this brand are presented in various versions - with soft cups, with push-up cups, with removable straps, in the form of tops, with differentiated cups, etc. In the Intimissimi collections, everyone can find the lingerie of their dreams - for everyday life , special occasion, wedding, sport and temptation. This lingerie is distinguished by high quality and sophistication in every detail.

• Orhideja (Orchid) is a European lingerie brand founded in Latvia in 1993. Has a wide network of stores in many countries of Europe and the CIS.The line of models includes collections of classic lingerie, vintage, modern styles, shapewear, nightwear, swimwear. This brand uses modern production technologies and cutting, the latest and highest quality materials. Balconette bras are presented in various designs and materials, decor. Uses a wide dimensional grid.

• Aveline is a line of lingerie from the famous Milovitsa brand. Created in Belarus. This brand is popular in the CIS countries and Russia. Differs in excellent quality, comfortable fit, anatomicality. Sewing technologies are used that take into account the type of figure. Lingerie of this brand is very affordable.

• Gossard is a famous English lingerie brand created in the early twentieth century. The exquisite underwear of this brand belongs to the elite brands. High quality, unusual colors, the best materials, modern decor, special cut, thoughtfulness of details - all this is inherent in Gossard lingerie. Balconette bras of this brand are considered one of the most comfortable and high quality. It is believed that a Gossard bra can have about fifty pieces. Products are available for all types of figures, sizes

• Dimanche Lingerie is another Italian brand that has gained popularity literally in many countries around the world. The brand was founded in 2001. A distinctive feature of the underwear of this brand is a unique fit, comfortable wearing and durability, exquisite cut and decor. Most of the details are sewn by hand after cutting. Balconette bras of this brand immediately fell in love with many women because of their functionality, convenience and high-quality performance.

The size grid for a balconette bra does not differ from the generally accepted one for bras.

The standard designation of bra sizes is reduced to two indicators - chest girth (the measurement is taken under the bust) and the volume of the cup. There is a standard size chart, according to which, after taking your measurements, you can determine your bra size.

The girth of the chest is indicated by numbers, and the volume of the cup is indicated by a letter - 70A, 80C. To calculate the volume of a bra cup, you need to take two measurements - under the breast and at the most convex points of the breast. In this case, measurements are taken with hands down in order to avoid inaccuracies. Next, subtract the smaller from the larger number, check the resulting result against the table of cup sizes:

The standard size grid is based on average values, this should be taken into account when taking measurements and reconciling the results.

For convenience, many manufacturers have developed a ready-made dimensional grid, where the average parameters of chest girth and chest volume are indicated, at the intersection of which you can find your size.

Please note that size charts may vary from country to country. But every self-respecting manufacturer necessarily matches the national dimensional grid with the international one, or the country in which it offers its products.

Correspondence tables of Russian sizes with sizes of other countries can be found on manufacturers' websites, in stores.

There is also the concept of parallel dimensions. This means that each shape has its own characteristics, and each manufacturer makes its own adjustments to the dimensional grid. A bra of the size you need may not fit, in which case it is imperative to try on the so-called "parallel" size:

Almost every woman has a balconette bra. No other bra model gives such a seductiveness to a woman's breasts. At the same time, you can choose an option for both lush breasts and small ones. The abundance of variations in style and decor allows you to wear a balconette on many occasions. If you want to add volume to your breasts, choose a push-up balconette model. An open dress with a deep neckline will favorably emphasize the chest and visually lift it only with the help of a balconette bra. The fashionable gang also cannot do without this piece of linen. The balcony is functional, comfortable and seductive.

You should also pay attention to the material, the processing of the seams, the quality of the finish, decor, fasteners and straps, the presence of an additional silicone strip (if you plan to wear a strapless balconette).

It will not be difficult to decide on the model, color and decor of the balcony, since this model is very popular and is presented in any version. Here, it will also not be superfluous to consider on what occasion you will wear a balconette bra and with what things.

If you want the balconette to serve you in all cases, then it is better to pay attention to sleek options without unnecessary decor, which will not stand out under tight clothes, provide for removable straps, spare transparent straps, etc.