Voted Best boobs in hollywood!!

Lots of newspapers are talking about it...guess who has the best breasts in Hollywood? Give up? Scarlett Johansson takes the title which was awarded by Access Hollywood.

Although it hasn't been scientifically proven, Access Hollywood also invluded Salma Hayek, Halle Berry, Jessica Simpson, and Jennifer Love Hewitt but they just didn't quite cut it when it came to the 34DD Scarlett.

Going bra-less may be a good idea...

It may be considered hippie-ish to leave the house bra-less but it might be yet another action that could possibly aid in the prevention of breast cancer.

182,460 women in the United States are diagnosed with breast cancer each year and 40,480 women in the U. S. are dying from the disease. In the book Dressed to Kill, published by husband and wife authors' Singer and Grismaijer found that women who wore their bras 24 hours per day had a 3 out of 4 chance of developing breast cancer and women who wore bras more than 12 hours per day but not to bed had a 1 out of 7 risk. Although nothing has been proven and we still don't know the precise cause of cancer, it's just another thing to think about.

If you see an boobs bouncing around, you may want to follow their lead. For the full story, click here.

And remember to always:

1). Perform self-breast exams every month
2). Annual mammograms
3). Wear correct bra size
4). Eat properly and workout to keep your overall health in check

Breast Cancer Day of Caring @ the InterContinental Hotel

If you have lost anyone in your life to breast cancer or you want to learn more about the disease, make sure to check out "Day of Caring" for Breast Cancer Awareness. There are 20 workshops followed by a lunch and fashion show modeled by breast cancer survivors. It's a little pricey at $75 but worth the money.

Date: Saturday, April 25

Time: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Place: InterContinental Hotel Miami, 100 Chopin Plaza

Price: $75

Call 305- 251-1097 or visit dayofcaringsfl.org.

Hot Boobies Come In All Shapes & Sizes

BBGs get a lot of love from Boobie Bible but what about the TTGs (tiny tata girls)? If regular A or B cups don't fit properly, the Itty Bitty Bra may be the solution. Fit for women who wear sizes AA-B and just can't seem to get the right fit in other brands, this California-born dream offers the dream bra. Styles include signature and couture and they cost around $50-$55. Itty Bitty also sells cute camisoles and panties. No gapping or puckering here ladies. Check out the details and why these bras really fit the curve. ittybittybra.com

photo courtesy of ittybittybra.com

Soy-lovers, are your boobies at risk?

If you are a Soy-lover, your boobies are in luck...so continue ordering that soy in your next chai tea at Starbucks.

Health Day News tells us a recent study testing 358 women yielded no change in breast density for those who consumed isoflavone (an estrogen-like plant compound found in soy). Breast density has been linked to breast cancer so this news is great for us ladies, whether you're sporting BBG's or TTG's (tiny, tata girls). Click here for the full report.

I think soy milk tastes just about as bad as curdled milk so either way, this doesn't affect me. But, I know many out there who drink soy milk religiously.

BB will continue to bring you updates on different health risks and issues in the news that may affect your breasts so keep checking in!

The study appears in the May issue of the Journal of Nutrition.

20 facts about Boobs

Cosmo says your fat? Well I ain't down with that. But, they do know their boobies! And, honestly it's almost as if BB blog was created because of Cosmo's own Boob(sans-ie) Bible. Did you know that an A-cup clocks in at only a quarter pound; a B, about half a pound; a C, three-quarters of a pound; and a D, around one pound? What about that sleeping face-down can make them misshapen over time? Or that the left boobie is usually the larger one?

Cosmopolitan decided to publish the Boob Bible because women tend to know way less about their precious treasures than you would think. As Cosmo says, "maybe it's because you've had your set for years now, and you view them simply as a bodacious accessory. Or your twin peaks seem so low-maintenance, you've never had a reason to give them much thought." For the 20 facts, click here.

Mits. Moobs. Gynecomastia...whatever you call them.

I was walking down the street the other day and noticed a nice looking man, firmly built and attractive but with one fatal flaw - he had moobies!

Do you have yourself some nice round mitties or moobs? Whichever phrase you have become accustomed to, the next step is either buying a bra or saying bye to those precious suckers. Apparently 1 out of 20 men have moobs, and if you are one of them, click here for some tips to say byebye to the moobboobs.

The Pouf-up bra project

Leave it to the Italians to come up with this poufy idea. If your sex life needs a little dose of caffeine, the Pouf-up bra is your coffee.

To improve your sex life, or simply to provide you with comfortable sitting, Castiglione Morelli Design Studio came out with the “Pouf-up bra” project. By binding the strings, it can transform into sphere like seating, or it can be used as a soft stuffed carpet. And for those who are looking to spice up their love lives, it’s worth mentioning that the seating comes with a Kamasutra manual, or instruction guide on how to position yourself on the pouf. To view the full article, click here.

Courtesy of trend hunter

Chantelle Houghton goes from a B to an E!!

It's funny. I would never wish for someone to experience the sore shoulders and posture problems I endured from being a BBG - okay, well maybe that bitchy girl who stuffed her bra in middle school. 

But Chantelle Houghton, a former Celebrity Big Brother star winner, decided that later in life once she became famous and had the dough rolling in, that it was time to go from a size B to an E...did I stu stu stuttttter?

I bet 9 out of 10 BBG's are yelling at Chantelle right now because if you have E-sized breasts ladies, I bet you would do just about anything to reduce the size of those puppies. (every guy out there is cursing this fact).

The once married and now divorced reality TV star had originally applied to be in Big Brother 6 and was a stand-by for that series but was never called up; however, producers decided to use her for the upcoming celebrity version of the show. In October 2007, Chantelle was named "TV's latest reality millionaire"  .

This formal glamour model admits she got carried away with the surgery and now wishes she never signed up for it. The Brit also mentioned that she does special physiotherapy exercises because her large breasts give her back pain. Unfortunately, this comes as no surprise to us at Boobie BIble. Having size E breasts is the equivalent to carrying two ripe and juicy watermelons on your body, while maintaining good posture and wearing 4-inch heals.

For more on this story, visit fametastic.com.

photo courtesy of google images

The bling-kini, only $3k

Forget the current economic situation. According to British Marie Claire, the "Anita" is about to hit the shelves at Selfridges stores in the UK which has reported a 33 percent increase in sales (what is this wealthy "UK" planet they speak of and why do I not live on it?)

What's an"Anita" you ask? An "Anita" is a new one-piece bathing suit (that appears to be connected by a piece of dental floss) dubbed as a "bling-kini" selling for $2,986 by some brand called Pistol Panties. (I mean, don't promote sex and guns together or anything.)

Besides the fact that a human being cannot swim in this bathing suit, it barely fits half of my boob. The best part? It hasn't even hit stores yet and there is already a waiting list! What kind of bloody world do we live in!?

Click here for the full story:

Photo Courtesy of British Marie Claire

Allure Magazine loves Boobs!!

This month's Allure featured "The Naked Truth", a photo spread showcasing the beautiful and naked bodies of Chelsea Handler (love her), Eliza Dushku ("Buffy", "Tru Calling" and "Bring it On"), Sharon Leal, Lynn Collins and Padma Lakshmi (no clue who they are).

Anyway, my favorite is Chelsea Handler's interview - she's definitely a BBG!

ALLURE: Why did you agree to pose naked?
CH: "I like being naked, and I like Allure, so I figured, Why not?"

ALLURE: What was it like on the set?
CH: "I think it was easy—you're naked a couple times a day, so I think it would be easy for most women."

ALLURE: What body parts are you most proud of?
CH: "My boobs are good. They're real and perky. Even if you can't see them, the important thing is that I know about them, and the guys I've slept with know about them."

Despite Lakshmi's outlandish comment about having gained weight (she has an incredible body), the article is just another good example of how the media continue to compete in the popularity game by featuring risque photo shoots and bare-all-boob stories. I am curious to hear feedback so please leave a comment on what you think about this feature.

For the whole article and to scope out all the au natural photo shoot, click here.

(photo and interview courtesy of Allure Magazine)

Bra-gene - are you taking good care of your bras?

I have a feeling that most gals out there, who maintain good hygene and use hand sanitizer pretty religiously like me, wear their bras at least 5-7 times before washing them (sports bras not included). Well, it turns out we all may need to rethink our bra-gene!

According to many specialists out there, you should be washing your bra after EVERY use. Such frequency allows them to last longer and maintain a great shape. I know washing after each wear is tough but at least try to wash a load of bras one time per week. What's worse, just like sneakers after a good year of wear (does not apply to avid runners), bras have a shelf life of one year as well. I guess the inevitable has happened...I still wear a bra from college that has consistently fit me regardless of my changing boobie size - it's like the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants!

Just like yout hands and feet require mani and pedi care a couple times each month, bras are the hardest working item in your wardrobe so naturally they don't last as long as one would think. I grew up watching my mom place her bras - and later mine - in garment bags everytime she threw in a load of laundry so I have continued this practice and highly recommend it. You can buy garment bags almost anywhere - Publix, CVS, target, BB&B. If the bras are more elaborate (like some of Vicky's sexy bras), you may want to hand wash them in the sink but don’t do a lot of scrubbing and avoid twisting or wringing out the bra. (ehow.com)

Some signs of a ready-to-toss bra are: if your bra is fitting looser than normal, it starts coming apart, or the cups are dented or messed up.

Click here for a great article about bra care so you can make sure your prized brassesions surpass their one-year bench mark:

GAP Bra Sale - buy 2, get 1 free!

Okay, so I have never been a huge lover of GapBody which includes their lingerie section but I was walking around Coconut Grove the other day and they were advertising a huge bra sale. I figured, hey I will give it a shot. Well, the GAP has one fatal gap - the company is not doing a good job in letting the world know how awesome its bras really are!

I found several styles I liked and most bras were under $30...and you get the third bra free. The Shape T-Shirt is pefect for A's, B's and small to medium C's and I especially love the zero visibility t-shirt bra - for those of us who can't go braless in a beautifully low necklined top. It provides great coverage and will mesh well under any boob-pleasing blouse. I also tried on the Lacy Full Support Bra still looks cute and sexy and is offered up to a size 38DD. I used to be a 36D-DD and can tell you - it is really soft and gets rid of the side booby which none of us want. Get over to the store asap to stock up on summer bras and visit gap.com for more styles.

Your Bra Size: The Truth May (Pleasantly) Surprise You

I know we just blogged about boobie size and how to properly measure your tata's but I think this is an important topic so we are blogging about it some more.

My sister Carly, who is a major BBG, passed along this article which ran in Wednesday’s New York Times. Apparently the amount of BBG’s has increased and DD's are becoming the new C. More manufacturers are adding bigger cup sizes to their catalogs. The article credits this rise in BBG's to a few trends including an increase in obesity (from 2.1 percent to 35.3), breast enhancement (funny because I had a reduction!) or simply the Oprah effect; on one episode a few years back, Oprah dedicated a whole entire show on how to buy the right size bra. You can read the artciel by clicking here or take a read below– it’s a great article!

Your Bra Size: The Truth May (Pleasantly) Surprise You

FIRST there was economic inflation. Then there was grade inflation. Now comes cup inflation.

While clothes designers have whittled down dress sizes so that even a musclebound woman can wiggle into a size 2, brassiere makers are defying fashion convention by selling bras with bigger cup sizes. These days, many women — to their shock or glee — are finding that DD is becoming the new C.

At Wacoal America, one of the largest bra makers in the country, 36DD is on track to replace 36D as its most popular size in 2009. (Three years ago it was 36C.) Bare Necessities, an online lingerie retailer, said 34DD was its No. 10 best-selling size last year, up from No. 17 in 2002. And this fall Elle Macpherson Intimates will introduce its first collection for fuller-busted women, offering cup sizes from D to G.

“It’s the ascendancy of the DDs,” said Noah Wrubel, the chief executive of Bare Necessities. “The bras that women are wearing these days are not their mothers’ bras.”

Theories abound as to why women’s cups seem to be (forgive the pun) spilling over. Some ascribe the difference to a confluence of health and beauty trends that have accelerated over time. A 2007 study of adult women by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed that the prevalence of obesity — someone having a body mass index of 30 or more — has increased 2.1 percent since 2004, to 35.3 percent. Breast augmentation, too, is still a popular procedure, despite the recession. And age and hormones play havoc with baby boomers’ bust sizes, as well. But most manufacturers and lingerie shop owners say the phenomenon is due to the fact that more women are being fitted correctly. They call it the Oprah effect. Since 2005, when Oprah Winfrey devoted a show to how to buy the right size bra, the number of women seeking bra fittings has soared.

“It was a turning point,” said Liz Smith, director of retail service at Wacoal America, which is considering adding an H cup to its line. “You just need her to say it once.”

About 8 in 10 women wear the wrong size, experts say. Most often the problem is that the stretchy fabric band around the rib cage is worn too loosely for smaller frames. A more snug band size — going from, say, a 34 to a 32 — increases the width and depth of the cup. Simply put, a woman who wears a 36A is also likely to fit into a 34B or a 32C.

But while some women find pride in their newly discovered abundance, others have mixed feelings. “Most women are in bra denial,” said Rebecca Apsan, the owner of La Petite Coquette in Manhattan whose biggest sellers last year were 32D and 32DD. “They think there is some mistake. That’s why I never tell them what size I am putting them in. They don’t want to believe it.”

Susie Essman, the actress who plays Susie Greene on the HBO comedy “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” can relate. In 2005 HBO showed an episode in which Larry David goes shopping for a bra for his housekeeper and is shocked at the size of Ms. Greene’s bra. In a case of art imitating life, Ms. Essman was surprised last year when she was fitted for a 32DD bra after wearing a 34D for decades. She liked the fit, she said, but was forced to grapple with stereotypes she associated with women who filled a DD cup. Among them? Anna Nicole Smith was reported to have worn that size.

“I haven’t had surgery,” Ms. Essman said. “I don’t walk around with a lot of cleavage. I’m in a DD, and I’m a regular-sized person.”

Unlike with dress sizes, there is no standard among foreign or domestic brands, adding to the confusion. British brands can range from A to K. Most Americans can find bras with cup sizes ranging from A to G, although some brands go as high as L.

“It is extremely subjective,” said Steven Teitelbaum, a cosmetic surgeon based in Santa Monica, Calif., who specializes in breast augmentation. “I wish they would get their act together and get their sizes straight.”

Recently, Danny Koch, an owner of the Town Shop, a lingerie store in Manhattan, was examining bras by the bra maker Fayreform at its Midtown Manhattan showroom. Fayreform, which specializes in bras with cup sizes from D to G, also makes bras for Elle Macpherson Intimates. Mr. Koch was there to see their new full-busted offerings, some of which he hoped to sell in his store.

“See this?” he said, stretching the strap of one. “This is not going to hold someone up.” Of the more than 14 new bras he was shown, he was impressed with only one. He does not believe that the changes are due to vanity sizing — “You, too, can be bigger without surgery!” he joked — which is supposed to make a woman feel better. “There is a reason women are wearing these things,” he said. “It is an attempt to defy gravity as long as possible.”

Still, a larger cup can come with bragging rights particularly in figure-conscious Los Angeles. “Many girls say, ‘Wait until my husband finds out I’m not a 34B, I’m a 32X!’ ” said Lisa Frank, the owner of Footsie in Santa Monica.

Consider Lee Michel. She bought her 36A bras at a department store. She never cared about size. But recently she went for her first fitting at Footsie and walked out with a couple of La Perla 34C-size bras. She was more than pleased.

“I think it’s a little psychological,” she said, of the smaller band size. “It makes me feel a little thinner.” And did she tell her husband about her new bust size? “No,” she said, laughing. “He really doesn’t care what size my breasts are. He just likes them. He liked them before I got pregnant. He liked them after. What can I say? He just likes them.”

Wearing the Wrong Bra Size?

Can you imagine if we went through life wearing the wrong size shoe?

Wearing the wrong bra size is just as detrimental as trying to fit your size 9 foot into an 8.5. The wrong shoe will give you walking problems, calluses and screwed up bone structure and wearing the wrong bra size, which studies have shown that 70-80 percent of us women do, can have a major impact on your health.

Lack of support can cause pain and discomfort and if your bra is too tight, this can dig into your skin leaving marks or even constrict your breathing. Sometimes the best way to get rid of that back bulge (we all HATE that back bulge) is to wear the right size bra. Here are some signs to help detect if you are wearing the wrong bra size:

1. Spillage If your breasts spill over the top or sides of your bra, increase the band and/or cup size.

2. Puckering If cups wrinkle or pucker, choose a smaller size.

3. Riding up A bra should fit snugly. If it creeps up in the back, trade it in for one with a tighter band.

4. Jutting The underwire isn't flush against your rib cage; it should be.

5. Grooves If straps dig into your flesh, try a style with wider straps or a different cup size -- either bigger or smaller.

So what’s the solution? Watch Expert Village's video and learn how to properly size up the girls!

Support Your Favorite Boob

I just found this and thought it was funny, touching and real.

Quilting of South Carolina displays 50 hand-quilted, funny and inspirational bras – proceeds donated to the Best Chance Network. The bras were made to honor Breast Cancer Awareness, to memorialize those lost to the disease, and to honor survivors.

All quilters used a size 36C – just my luck!

Tell me your favorites!
Mine are Stop Puppy Mills (of course), A New Life (uplifting) and Monkey Business (because I find humor in Chewbacca). The Bra from hell kind of freaked me out. Tell BB what you think?

Having Bigger Boobs is "taxing" on your wallet

Money is tight these days and as I was chatting with my friend Diana the other night, she mentioned how BBG’s (Big Boobie Girls) often get charged more dough for buying bigger bras. This made me think…

For years, BBG's have dealt with saving up and spending a hefty amount of cash on bigger bras; some may even say they are being taxed for this gift they were born with. I remember when I was in high school and my mother took me to a lingerie boutique that specialized in larger bra sizes. The cheapest bra there was $70! When asked why bigger sizes like DD's all the way to L’s (yes there is such a size as an L) are more expensive, I was told there are many components in a single bra and those with a bigger bust may need different straps, more fabric, etc.

Um, what about larger jeans? Blouses? Belts? Shoes? I am sorry but am I missing something here? Last year, an article was published in the Daily Mail (UK pub) titled “Bra bust as M&S accused of 'levying tax on bigger breasts” This caused an outrage in women who went on to boycott, even creating a dedicated Facebook page for the cause. (Side note: I searched Facebook and there are so many boobie pages I didn’t know where to start.) Needless to say, all you BBG’s are in luck out there. Stores like Victoria Secret do make comfortable and attractive bras and they don’t raise the price just because you are well endowed. Body By Victoria offers their full coverage bra and it’s on sale right now for $29.50. (orig. $42). I own two of them in a 36 C.

Curious to hear other opinions on this taxing matter? Go to Mama Mia and see what other BBG’s are saying out there.

Man vs. Boobs

For centuries now there has been in existence an unspoken, forbidden relationship between all men and all boobs. It’s a look, but don’t stare. A stare, but don’t touch. A touch, but don’t….well you can see where I am going with this. Since the beginning of time, us men have had an obsession with women’s breasts, and unfortunately for us they are fully aware of our fascinations and know exactly how to exploit them. However, at some point along the way society foolishly decided that it was taboo for men to blatantly stare, gawk, or admire a nice rack as it casually passes by. So how do women react to this? Well they do what women do best- they taunt us by throwing them in our faces! They keep coming out with lower cut tops, even more revealing dresses, and bathing suits that can be confused for dental floss! They find new ways to draw attention to themselves in an effort to better show off their “assets”, but then expect us not to look (or drool!). So here us guys are, trapped every single day in this proverbial game of cat and mouse. We have all of our natural urges pulling our eyes down into your cleavage like gravity, coupled with the tiny tank top or low cut shirt you chose to strut around the mall in; And then us guys must use every ounce of our willpower to resist getting caught looking, or face the consequences of being labeled a pervert or a weirdo. Take a look for example at the ultimate stare-fest: The idyllic, ever sought-after topless beach. Here women go to lay in the sun, half nude with their breasts oiled up and on display, yet it is NOT okay for men to gawk. As a result we are forced to constantly come up with new and inventive ways to scope out the scenery without letting the women know what we are up to (at least we tell ourselves that the women are unaware). Whether it’s the simple “look straight ahead with sunglasses on” trick or the old “overthrow the ball so my buddy has to walk over to the topless chicks to retrieve it” maneuver, the possibilities are endless. Next time I’m at one of these magical places I think I might pretend to be blind with a seeing eye-dog that has an attraction to nipples. (Guys I’ll let you know how that one works out). But really think about this concept: Girls take their tops off at a public beach, but MEN are considered pigs for looking at them? C’mon?

Now don’t get me wrong, I myself am a happily engaged guy, but whether I’m walking down the street alone or with my fiancée, I still can’t always fight the urge to enter the fantasy land that exists under a girl’s shirt when a nice set of twins crosses my path. Call it science. Call it nature. Call it whatever you want, but the bottom line is it is not a fair fight. Most of us are preprogrammed with this in our DNA. It also doesn’t help we spend the first year of our lives with a nipple in our mouth! Women are consciously choosing to not make it any easier on us, yet they have no qualms making us feel like creeps for staring. So by now you are probably thinking, WOW, it sounds like this guy would rather live in a world where women were covered from head to toe! My response would be a big fat HELL NO! All I’m saying to the ladies out there is next time you catch some poor guy with his eyes glued down your shirt- don’t get upset. Don’t be uncomfortable.  Look back at him and say THANK YOU! Then give yourself a pat on the back because that little top you are spilling out of accomplished the one mission you were thinking about when you purchased it! ATTENTION!

We are the Champions...

So, ever since I can remember I had to double up on sports bras for a good workout at the gym and looked like I was wearing a thick old bra my Grandma Gerdy used to wear. Not only was it hard peeling both of them off after a good workout, but the double action was majorly taxing on my shoulders - they would ache in certain areas from the straps, and let's not get into the posture problems.

Needless to say, there is one sports bra out there that fits like a glove and eliminates any chafing: the Champion Jogbra Action-Shape Sports Bra. It has a soft cup and allows room for the girls to breathe. The straps are thin and adjustable with velcro, and the bonus? I don't look like I borrowed grandma's bra from 1962.

Compared to other trendy ones found in Victoria's Secret or Bebe Sport, these sports bras are affordable and long-lasting. And, Champion has been around for years so the brand name is reliable. About.com is a great Web site to search for more of the top sports bras out there depending on your boobie size - just type sports bras into the search tab. And, for purchasing this one or any of Champion's bras, visit Champion's Web site.

Happy Sports Bra hunting!

A Great Bra is like your Favorite Pair of Jeans

French people sure know boobies! Having the perfect bra for any occassion is virtually impossible, but French company Chantelle may be a life-changer for the boobie-conscious out there. My mom actually got me turned on to Chantelle because Oprah featured the bras on one of her "favorite things" segments. She gave free bras to the audience, which is a good thing because these bras run around $70 a pop. But, sometimes, paying a few extra bucks is worth it.

If you have some boob on you, the Graphie collection by Chantelle, not Chanel, will soon be your best purchase ever, if you don't already own one. The Graphie T-Shirt bra collection has a pure shape and open bustline with the perfect fit and support in all sizes. HerRoom.com describes Chantelle's as a sophisticated design giving "support, shape, and a great look." On sites like Bagshop.com, they start at around $69 but sites like freshpair.com offer free shipping. You can also find them in Nordstrom, Saks and Bloomies.

Chantelle also make the Seamless Minimizer for BBG's out there (Big Boobie Girls) that has received rave reviews.

I've got this line in four colors - pink, white, tan and black. Go purchase one and let me know what you think!