Most women wear only two (of their many) bras – survey

CHOOSING an outfit each day can be a challenge, as many of us know only too well.

But deciding on underwear seems more straightforward. For despite having drawers full of different styles, nearly a third of women wear only two of their bras.

A survey by British corsetiere Rigby & Peller found that many gravitate towards their tried and tested favourites day in, day out, reluctant to take a risk with something new. More than half of the 2 000 women questioned even admitted that their drawers were full of brand new lingerie which they never intended to wear.

Six in 10 claimed they felt more self-assured in their “old faithfuls”, as newly purchased bras ran the risk of being unsupportive.

A resounding 70 percent said they would rather wear an old grey bra that felt like a second skin than an expensive new one which turned out to be uncomfortable.

Rigby & Peller, which was founded in 1939, said many women have drawers full of unwearable bras because they have been incorrectly measured.

A spokesman emphasised the importance of regular bra fittings, adding: “Women are persistently being let down by a lack of knowledge and expertise being offered by retailers on what makes a good bra that not only fits, but suits their lifestyle needs.”

The survey found that a third of women had immediately discarded a new bra after discovering it did not fit when they got home.

But once they found a perfect bra, they were reluctant to get rid of it – with 5 percent keeping hold of one for more than 20 years. – Daily Mail