A roundup of gifts to give (and receive) this holiday season

A roundup of gifts to give (and receive) this holiday season

Happy Holidays from your Bra Sisters at Confidentially Yours!

Over past few weeks CY owner Alex has shared 12 gifts to give (and receive) this holiday season. Here is a roundup of some of our favorite great gift options available at Confidentially Yours!

1. Chantelle Panties
Chantelle Soft Stretch Brief Panties
Chantelle Soft Stretch Hipster Panties
Chantelle Soft Stretch Full Brief Panties

2. Bra accessories
Converting Clips
Silicone Nipple Covers
Fashion Tape
Deodorant Sponge

3. Spanx
Spanx Faux Leather Camo Leggings
Spanx Faux Leather Leggings
Spanx Faux Leather Moto Leggings
Spanx Look At Me Now Leggings

4. No Rinse Delicate Wash
Shop Eucalan here

5. Gift Cards
Shop Gift Cards here

6. Bralettes
Cosabella Curvy Racie Bralette
B. Tempt’d Innocence Bralette
B. Tempt’d Comfort Intended Bralette

7. Vallettas!
Shop our Vallettas here

8. Winter Accessories
Shop our scarves, hats, and jewelry in the store!

9. Lingerie Bag
Silky Sac

10. Camis!
TC No show Camisoles

11. Nursing Bras!
Cake Cotton Candy Non-Wire T-Back Nursing Bra
Glamourmom Full Bust Nursing Tank

12. Gift Cards
Shop Gift Cards here

Help! What’s My Bra Size? A Helpful Conversion.

Help! What’s My Bra Size? A Helpful Conversion.

When was the last time that you were properly fitted for a bra or specialty undergarments? Take a minute and really think about it….we aren’t talking about struggling to independently size yourself by taking several bras to the fitting room, figuring out which fits the best without opening the door, and bashfully placing the items on the countertop to pay…or, maybe you are the type of person who would rather purchase your undergarments without trying them on.

Are you the type of person who cringes when being professionally fitted hoping that the associate working with you doesn’t announce your recently measured size so loudly that everyone in the fitting room hears? Chances are fairly high that at some point in your life, you’ve found yourself in one of these situations.

Lucky for you, we’re referring to the professional, courteous, and complimentary bra fittings that are offered in-store at Confidentially Yours on a daily basis. If you haven’t been fitted lately, the process is quick, easy, discreet, and no appointment is needed. Trained, friendly bra sisters pride themselves in assisting shoppers in selecting the bras and shapewear that best meet their personal needs, preferences, body style, and budget. In fact, the most difficult part of the bra fitting is narrowing the selection and deciding which to purchase when the fitting is completed. That is the aspect of the decision that requires the most input on your behalf. Confidentially Yours carries a vast selection of color choices, band widths, and cup sizes for our shoppers to choose from; therefore, the bra sisters are often able to match a shopper to the undergarment of their choice, best fit, and optimal comfort. Professional bra fitters recommend being measured and fitted for a bra on a yearly basis.

At Confidentially Yours, we are a specialty boutique store, and we carry a wide variety of high-end bras. Some of these bras and undergarments are often manufactured outside of the United States. Due to different manufacturing guidelines in other countries, sizing can often be quite different than what some women are familiar or are comfortable with. Shoppers may even find themselves surprised that the size of bra that best fits them may be vastly different from what they have purchased at a department store or have ordered online. Knowing this information before arriving at the store and being measured can be a comfort to some shoppers.

After a fitting has been completed, we often hear “what is my size at a regular store?” We are proud to be a “regular” store and so much more. Confidentially Yours is locally owned and offers a selection of the bras, panties, swimwear, shapewear, and other undergarments that you might typically shop for; however, our personable customer service, friendly bra sisters, vast selection, easy to navigate store, and our rewards program are just a few of the things that set us apart from your typical department store experience.

Since we carry many bras manufactured in the United Kingdom, one of the most common questions that we receive from our shoppers is the difference between bras sized in the US and the UK. Often, standardizations are not present in sizing within the bra industry; therefore, high-end lingerie and undergarments often reveal a fairly significant difference in sizing that we are accustomed to in our typical size reflections. This can lead to variations between band and cup size within same brands, manufacturers, etc. Knowing this information before you go in to try on new undergarments can help to alleviate any concerns or uneasiness that you might have about your new purchase. Being dressed to impress can help to improve your confidence and overall positive mental attitude, and this starts with the core of your wardrobe – your undergarments.

Department stores typically sell brands featuring standard US sizing. Shoppers may find themselves disheartened to learn that their UK or European bra sizes seem so much larger, but this is not reason for concern. The chart shown below is a handy resource for shoppers wishing to convert their expected size to measurements that are provided from bras manufactured in other countries. Don’t worry…if you can’t find this chart the next time that you are in the store, the bra sisters have you covered. They work with these conversions on a daily basis. If you have been eyeing a new bra or bralette but are hesitant to try it because of the sizing, keep this chart on hand for future reference.

According to lavinialingerie.com, “Every brand will do their sizing a little differently, that’s why we recommend double-checking the measurements every time you buy a collection from a new brand. More importantly, perhaps, is to consider the style of the bra you’re purchasing, especially if the type of fit is wildly different. For example, you may need to size up or down when shopping for a lace bralette compared to a deep plunge bra.” Personal preference can also play a role in the desired outcome of the bra purchase (i.e. are you looking for minimization, enhancement, etc). The bra sisters at CY can make recommendations if you are unsure of which style of bra would best meet your wardrobe needs, as well as personal preferences.

So, if you’ve been eyeing a new brand of undergarments or a new style of bra to compliment your wardrobe, do yourself a favor and try it. Don’t be afraid to step inside the comfortable fitting room and slip on one of the silky robes and confidently ask for help in being fitted and selecting your new undergarments. Stepping outside of your comfort zone just might lead you to some of the best things that you never knew you were missing out on. We hope that this helps you to recognize that a size is just a numerical value, and the perfect bra for you might be just within your reach. The bra babes eagerly await the opportunity to assist you in converting your measurements and helping you to find the most comfortable and supportive bra to meet your needs. You just have to make the hard decisions and decide what color, style, and how many new undergarments that you need.

Donate and Save at Confidentially Yours

Donate and Save at Confidentially Yours

Support other women in our community by donating your gently used bras. During this event we will collect bras from August 17-22, 2020 and donate them to our charity partners so that other women in our community benefit by having access to bras. In return for your donation of gently worn and used bras, you’ll get 20% off your entire purchase at Confidentially Yours.

We’re located at 1808 Round Barn Rd Ste B in Champaign, Illinois. We are operating under normal business hours which are the following:

  • Mon-Thur 10 AM-6PM
  • Fri-Sat 10AM-5PM
  • Closed Sunday

We are taking all the proper precautions in our store to ensure that you receive excellent customer service in a safe and welcoming environment. When you bring your bra donations to the store, please place them in a bag. This will allow us to disinfect all of the donations in a separate area of our store and compile them in an appropriate manner to donate to our charity partners. Please don’t hesitate to contact your Bra Sisters if you have any questions. We can be reached at (217) 366-0244 or at [email protected].

Join us by participating in our Donate and Save event – it’s a great way to support other women in your community AND update your bra wardrobe!

Holiday Gift Ideas From Your Bra Sisters at Confidentially Yours

Holiday Gift Ideas From Your Bra Sisters at Confidentially Yours

Chilly air and holiday lights, and Christmas trees mean three things. One: that it’s time to figure out who has been naughty or nice this year; two: the holidays are just around the corner; and three: SHOPPING!

We love gathering with friends, family (and food) to celebrate. And we love it even more when we have the perfect gifts to give. So we asked the Bras Sisters at Confidentially Yours to share their holiday gift ideas for this season. Read on to see what they said (and feel free to stop in to see them for a fitting, to shop the collection, or click on the links below to shop online!).

Alex:

  • I personally think that the best gift for anyone would be to give the gift of fit. 85% of women wear the wrong size bra and it makes a world of a difference for a woman to come into the store and we properly fitted. Gift cards are the perfect gift for any woman in your life.
  • Activewear This is a great gift for that someone who likes to be active. You can never have enough workout clothes and sports bra. We have exceptional sports bra for all activity levels.

Dianna:

  • Red Carpet Strapless a must have for every woman. This bra is the most comfortable strapless I’ve owned. It stays in place, supports you, and being strapless, goes with just about everything. (I love multi-taskers!)
  • Valletta Tops I own nearly every color. Super versatile, goes under a jacket or sweater, or alone! Dress it up or down, it goes with anything! PLUS!! The built in bra gives you that “I’m free” feeling, where most have you too compressed. This flows with your body.

Lindsey:

  • Glamour Mom Nursing Tank You can use that for layering, to sleep in, or just to wear around the house. Plus, it is something you can use after you are done breastfeeding, too, just as a normal tank!

Christine:

  • Chantelle panties They are a great add on for many reasons. The size range XS-XL(one size fits most). Everyone’s weight fluctuates during the day and especially during the holidays. Instead of having multiple sizes in the drawer you have one pair. Having seen them on our small mannequin, and our plus size mannequin, both fitting was amazing to me. Having tried them they also feel like a second skin and were super comfortable.
  • The Perfect Primer Full Coverage Bra by Wacoal This is a super great bra for fit and comfort. It is the softest bra we currently have in the store. This is something I personally still bring in to our customers to try on even when they say they prefer the molded cups only. As a woman, sometimes we just want a bra that is comfortable – and this is that bra. The perfect primer has a great size range going from size 32 to size 46. Cups range from a C cup to an H cup. The extended sizes are great!

Mary:

  • An Elomi bra We have a ton of new Elomi styles in and they have matching panties! They are beautiful and give exceptional lift and support! Nothing is better than a new matching bra and panty set!
  • Natori bras are very soft and start at an A cup and goes to a H cup. They feel so smooth that you forget you are wearing a bra!