You should have seen their faces when I casually mentioned my bra-wearing habits. Their jaws dropped, eyebrows knitted together in disbelief as they processed my bold revelation. How could I be so nonchalant about it? I didn’t even whisper, fully aware of the scrutiny that came with such a statement. It was a shocking confession, one that never failed to elicit a stunned reaction. All they could muster was a baffled “Seriously??”
I had just shared that I wear a bra—not just occasionally, but all the time. Day and night. Underwire included. Every season, for every occasion. I’m always bra’d up.
Once the shock wore off, my friends launched into a passionate discussion about the liberating experience of going braless. They reminisced about the blissful moment of shedding their bras at the end of a long day, reveling in the sheer comfort of snuggling into their coziest sweaters or hoodies without any constraints. “Oh!” they exclaimed, “It’s the best feeling ever!”
To me, that sounded utterly dreadful and filled me with anxiety. I instinctively wrapped my arms around my chest. From the moment I got my first training bra, I knew it was a garment I could never part with. It felt like a second skin—comforting, supportive, and reassuring in its ability to keep everything in place. In an apocalyptic scenario, I’d be the one hoarding bras as if they were as essential as food and water!
As our conversation shifted to various types of bras, I proudly raised my hand for every single one. Their eyes widened in realization; I was indeed an outlier. In an attempt to find common ground, they asked, “But what about after a workout? Isn’t it amazing to tear off that sweaty sports bra and feel free?” I could sense their hopefulness, but I had to disappoint them.
“I immediately switch back into a regular bra after taking off my sports bra,” I replied, watching as they struggled to process this revelation.
With hesitance, they asked, “Even during quarantine? When you were home all the time?” I could see their bodies tense, bracing for a shocking answer.
“Basically, 24/7,” I responded.
The weight of my revelation hung in the air. I could have backtracked and said I was joking, but I couldn’t deny what I had shared. I am a staunch bra wearer. My bosoms have their cozy homes in my bra cups, and I’m strapped in for the ride at all times.
While I wholeheartedly support anyone embracing their bra-free lifestyle, I personally need that support to function well in life. Thankfully, my friends still accept me, even if they’re puzzled by some of my choices. We laughed about it and moved on, though I think I’ll wait a bit before revealing my thoughts on underwear. Now that’s a conversation for another day!
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In summary, while many find freedom in shedding their bras, I thrive with mine firmly in place. It’s a personal choice that brings me comfort and support, and I embrace it fully.