bando or strapless?

Bando or a strapless? That is the question.

Forget strapless for me...they just aren't working. From Vicky's to department store brands, they just don't stay in place despite the sticky lining of the bra. So, my new obsession is the bando bra, but not just any bando bra. I have tried many, including Victoria Secret, GAP and Macy's, but my favorite by far is American Apparel. And have you checked out their selections? They stay in place, they minimize the BBs (because the material is thin) and they are packaged in a variety of colors...I mean more than you can count on both hands.

The downside? They aren't as supportive as your typical strapless, and after one wear, they stretch out. That means, you actually have to wash the bando after one use...and you know we all wear our bras a couple of times before washing...just like your favorite pair of jeans.

As American Apparel says: "The perfect bra for strapless tops or layer under our Deep V's for a ruched peek-a-boo effect."

At just a $11 a pop, they are well worth the investment. Buy here:

Great bra for BBG's

If it's one of Oprah's favorite things, then we know it has to work!

For all the BBG's out there (Big Boobie Girls), it's no mystery that Le Mystère's Dream Tisha Bra provides exceptional support, lift and smooth coverage for full figured women. This T-shirt bra even has hidden underwire support.

What's even better? It's so sleek and smooth that it virtually disappears under even the thinnest of fabrics. It's a little pricey at $68 but buy two and take good care of them so they last a while.

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.

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!