Time to Say Goodbye:
Signs Your Bra Has Had Its Run

If you’re like most women, you’ve invested a lot in your bra collection over the years. It can be hard to admit that it’s time to let your favorite options go for that reason, especially if they fit you well and help you feel your best. However, it’s important to know when to replace bras regardless.

A bra that’s too far past its prime doesn’t support you the way that it should, which can lead to additional issues like chronic pain if you’re not careful. But how do you tell the difference between a bra that’s ready for the trash bin and an older one with plenty of solid wear left in it? Here’s an overview of everything you need to know.

How Often Do Bras Need to Be Replaced?

A standard bra will typically last between six months and a year. However, an individual bra's lifespan can vary a lot, depending on how often you wear it, how well you take care of it, and how good the quality of the item was, to begin with.

Evelyn & Bobbie bras, on the other hand, can have a significantly longer lifespan – usually 6–9 months. However, many long-time Evelyn & Bobbie customers can successfully wear theirs for multiple years, so it’s important to know the signs of a bra that’s genuinely due for replacement.

• Unbeatable support that you don’t have to worry about matching with a separate tank
• Staying cooler during warm weather or low impact physical activity
• Simplifying numerous outfits by requiring fewer layers
• Your breasts feel squished or crowded when wearing a bra.
• Your bras make you look like there’s a watermelon or similar object under your shirt.
• Health issues related to chronic pain and bra-related shoulder strain

• Thongs are the most efficient option to reach for when you don’t want to risk ruining your outfit with visible panty lines.
• Thongs are terrific solutions for women who prefer a “barely there” approach to underwear.
• Thongs can be elegant, feminine, and distinctive ways to add some pop to your lingerie collection.
• Poor fit, due to issues related to band size, cup size, and improper fittings
• Inadequate support, especially in wire-free options
• Health issues related to chronic pain and bra-related shoulder strain

It’s not as stretchy as it used to be

If you’ve been thinking that a beloved favorite bra just doesn’t snap and lift with the same oomph it used to, it’s probably not your imagination. Even super-stretchy Evelyn & Bobbie bras eventually lose their trademark elasticity with enough time and wear, so pay attention if yours is losing its bounce. It’s a clear sign it’s almost time to say goodbye.

It doesn’t support you as well

A bra’s whole purpose is to give you the superior support you need to look and feel your very best. But as aging options lose their elastic stretch and structure, they’re less and less efficient at this. So, if you’re wearing your favorite bra on the innermost possible set of hooks, adjusting the straps so they’re as taut as possible, and still can’t achieve the support you need, it might be time for a bra replacement.

You’ve noticed visible wear and tear

Any type of wear and tear that’s become visible is a very clear sign that a timely goodbye is right around the corner. If the seams appear to be coming apart, it usually means a bra is actually past its prime and should be replaced ASAP.

Bra Maintenance Tips to Maximize the Lifespan of Your Favorites

We get it. When you really love a particular bra, saying goodbye can be heartbreaking, especially if you have to do it ahead of schedule. Keep the following tips in mind to ensure your favorite brazier stays with you as long as possible.

Reframe how you view support

Evelyn and Bobbie bras are proof positive that a bra doesn’t have to be restrictive, binding, or full of uncomfortable components to support you. You can experience the best support of your life while remaining comfortable and enjoying a full range of motion when you know where to look for it, and Evelyn & Bobbie has you covered.

Ready to experience an entirely new way to take care of your breast health while enjoying incredible comfort, support, and style? Shop our collection of wire-free bras today, and prepare to be amazed.

• Use tender loving care. Ideally, a bra should be hand-washed and allowed to air-dry flat away from heat or sunlight.
• Keep actual washes to a minimum – maybe every two or three wear sessions or so. If necessary, you can simply rinse your bra with plain water in between washings to minimize dirt and sweat.
• Never wear any single bra every single day. Even Evelyn & Bobbie bras should be rotated to maximize lifespan, so keep at least two or three on hand.
• Investing in quality items and materials is another key way to max out the lifespan of your garments. At Evelyn & Bobbie, quality is a key part of our brand philosophy.
• Cutting-edge options – like our amazing 3D-printed lace thong – help our underwear strike a solid balance between functional and beautiful.
• Health issues related to chronic pain and bra-related shoulder strain

Our quality bras and fabrics ensure amazing support and an incredible, custom wear experience that will leave you feeling like we made them just for you.

Whether you have one or two favorites that are due for replacement or your entire collection could use a reboot, we’ve got you covered. Evelyn & Bobbie offers comfortable wireless and seamless bras with designs you’ll love. Take the first step toward maximum bra longevity today. Check out our growing catalog of options.