Nike Sales Surged Following Controversial Colin Kaepernick Ad Campaign
Nike’s controversial new campaign featuring Colin Kaepernick is paying dividends.
Despite protests from some consumers who set their swoosh-embroidered shoes ablaze, the sportswear giant’s online sales have rocketed since releasing ads like this commercial narrated by the former 49ers quarterback.
Market Watch has further details:
After an initial dip immediately after the news broke, Nike’s NKE, -0.12% online sales actually grew 31% from the Sunday of Labor Day weekend through Tuesday, as compared with a 17% gain recorded for the same period of 2017, according to San Francisco–based Edison Trends.
Some analysts predicted that Nike’s support of the NFL player who called attention to racial inequality by kneeling during the singing of the national anthem before games would lead to a sales slump. That’s not been the case so far.
“There was speculation that the Nike-Kaepernick campaign would lead to a drop in sales, but our data over the last week does not support that theory,” said Hetal Pandya, co-founder of Edison Trends.
Nike stock has also held steady. Per Market Watch,
The stock was up 1% on Friday and remains in the black for the month. It has gained 29% in 2018, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA, -0.31% , which since 2013 has counted Nike as a member, has gained 5%, as the S&P 500 index SPX, -0.22% has risen about 8%.
Data from marketing technology company 4C Insights shows that in addition to financial growth, Nike saw a 1,678 percent uptick in mentions and comments on social media over Sunday and Monday as sentiment toward the brand dropped 38 percent.
“You can be darn sure that Nike has done its research and knows what will move its product and who this campaign will resonate with,” said 4C Chief Marketing Officer Aaron Goldman. “They are the ones [Nike has] decided will be its future customers, so, if others are getting upset, [Nike has] planned for that, and it doesn’t care.”
If any team wanted to sign Kaepernick, now might be the ideal time to do so.
Cardi B Thrown Out of Fashion Week Party After Fighting Nicki Minaj
The beef between Nicki Minaj and Cardi B just got physical.
The rappers reportedly brawled during New York Fashion Week’s Harper’s Bazaar ICONS party on Friday night.
Footage of the catfight is making the rounds on social media. In one video, Cardi B lunges at someone believed to be the “Barbie Dreams” artist. Someone can be heard screaming, “I will fuck you up!”
Cosmopolitan has further details on what went down:
Sources from inside the party say Nicki was taking a photo with Kelly Rowland and La La Anthony when Cardi walked past. Reportedly, Nicki deliberately stepped on Cardi’s train, and then Cardi threw her shoe at Nicki.
You can see a shoe being removed in the video above, and hear a ‘thwack’ noise as it makes contact with its intended target, or some poor security guard who had to take it.
People reports that “Bartier Cardi” was left with a ripped Dolce & Gabbana gown and a giant lump on her head that was visible in multiple photos.
The “Bodak Yellow” singer addressed the altercation without specifically naming Minaj in a profanity-laced Instagram post.
“I’ve let a lot of shit slide! I let you sneak diss me, I let you lie on me, I let you attempt to stop my bags, fuck up the way I eat!” she wrote. “You’ve threaten other artists in the industry, told them if they work with me you’ll stop fuckin with them!! I let you talk big shit about me!!”
Cardi B went on to claim that the rival femcee had spoken ill about her parenting abilities.
“I addressed you once in person, I addressed you a second time in person, and every time you copped the plea!! But when you mention my child, you choose to like comments about me as a mother, make comments about my abilities to take care of my daughter is when all bets are fuckin off!! I’ve worked to[sic] hard and come too far to let anybody fuck with my success!!!! Bitches talk all that shit in they raps but in real life they pussy!! This shit really is for entertainment!!”
An NYPD Public Information Officer told People that the “incident itself has ended, the investigation is still ongoing.” No arrests have been made.
Check Out The 12 Coolest Exotic Cars from the ‘Art Basel of Automobiles’
Touting itself as ‘the ultimate global show for automotive masterpieces,’ Grand Basel is the four-wheeled equivalent to the famous Art Basel show, with the cars exhibited in boxes that are meant to be the 3D analog to the frames surrounding paintings.
The art inherent in such designs prompts actor and noted automotive enthusiast Idris Elba to ask “How is this not art?” when behind the wheel of one of the classics for the Grand Basel video.
The Basel, Switzerland gathering of 113 artistically significant cars is dubbed Celebrating Excellence in Motion and marks the launch of a world tour of the collection, which features a special exhibit of the work of Italian designer Giorgetto Giugiaro.
He is the ‘car designer of the century,’ behind iconic vehicles like the DeLorean, Lotus Esprit, Maserati Merak, DeTomaso Mangusta, Maserati Ghibli and the IsoRivolta Grifo.
Giugiaro was a proponent of the 1970s ‘creased-and-folded’ design theme, beginning with his Volkswagen Golf and Scirocco, before expanding the theme to supercars like the BMW M1.
The cars selected for the main Grand Basel exhibition are special because they represent a limited number of top-of-the-range automobiles – not just the most dignified and luxurious classic cars, but also one-off contemporary editions and technically-advanced concept cars.
Selection criteria include each car’s cultural meaning, conceptual innovation, condition, provenance, rarity and value.
“Grand Basel presents international connoisseurs, experts and collectors with the epitome of automotive culture,” explained Grand Basel global director, Mark Backé.
“It will appeal to a broad enthusiast audience interested in automobile aesthetics, technological sophistication, art and culture,” he added.
Grand Basel’s advisory board includes Garage Italia founder Lapo Elkann, who also backs the Maxim-supported Squadra Corse Garage Italia Americas Ferrari racing team that just won the World Challenge GT Sprint X Amateur class championship.
The specific date hasn’t been set yet, but Grand Basel intends for its world tour to include a U.S. stop at Miami Beach in February.
The Prettiest “Ugly” Nike Sneakers of the Season Just Dropped on Nordstrom
Now that clunky dad sneakers are officially mainstream, I’ve finally decided to just embrace them (yes, I’m aware that it took me a while). Since Nordstrom’s sneaker selection is tough to beat, I just took my “ugly” sneaker search there and immediately found a pair that spoke to me.
The resurgence of Nike’s Air Max 95 sneakers isn’t fresh information, but as long as the brand keeps releasing new iterations of the trending style and people keep wearing them, I’m convinced they’ll remain It sneakers for the foreseeable future. Plus, they’re a lot more accessible in both price and look than many other “ugly” dad sneakers on the market. But back to the Nikes that spoke to me. The latest sneaker drop on Nordstrom included a pair of Nike Air Max 95s with a subtle glitter accent. Anyone who knows me is well aware that I have trouble resisting anything sparkly, and these sneakers are no exception. They come in both pale pink and black, so depending on just how cutesy you like your sneakers to be, you can choose accordingly.
Shop the prettiest “ugly” Nike sneakers of the season below, as well as a few other new sneaker arrivals on Nordstrom that you may want to consider too.
Next up, shop the pretty “naked” sneakers Nike just released.
Watch Matthew McConaughey Party Hard in NSFW First Trailer for ‘The Beach Bum’
Just imagine if Harmony Korine, the guy who directed Spring Breakers and wrote Kids, enlisted Matthew McConaughey to play a drug-addled beach bum in a bid to make a classic stoner movie.
Oh, and he enlisted a supporting cast that includes Jimmy Buffett, Snoop Dogg, Jonah Hill, Martin Lawrence, Zac Efron and Isla Fisher to boot. Great news: This actually happened and you can watch the first Red Band trailer for Korine’s The Beach Bum above.
McConaughey stars as a hard-partying dude named Moondog who seems to spend most of his time hanging out, getting wasted by the water, and yes, even playing bongos. So, yeah, basically McConaughey was born to play this role. Moondog asks a convenience store clerk for some acid in the beginning of the trailer to the tune of “Crimson and Clover”, so you know this dude is all about getting mega weird.
“Life’s a fucking rodeo. I’m gonna suck the nectar out of it and fuck it raw ’til the wheels come off,” says McConaughey’s Moondog in the trailer. Well…Alright, alright, alright.
The Beach Bum hits theaters on March 22, 2019, but definitely watch the trailer now to prepare your brain for it.
Watch Ashley Graham Get Totally Soaked in Steamy New Swimsuit Video
Things got hot in a new behind-the-scenes video starring Ashley Graham… maybe even too hot.
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The former Maxim cover model had to cool off on set of her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit shoot in on the Caribbean island of Nevis, so she had the crew drench her bikini-clad body with a bucket of water.
The playful moment was one of many extremely GIF-worthy outtakes featured in the clip. You’re welcome in advance.
Trolls might try to shame Graham for being dangerously curvy, but they do nothing to shake her confidence. Just take a look at what she told the New York Times earlier this week.
“People ask, ‘How do you get your confidence?'” Graham said. And it’s like how wouldn’t I have confidence? Or they will say, ‘You are so brave for putting on that swimsuit.’ Well why wouldn’t I do that?”
“That’s not called bravery — that is called putting on a swimsuit,” she added. “Everybody has their idea of what beauty is or what perfect is or what the right shape is and they just express it in a different ways.”
Damn straight! Show you agree by liking one of her stunning recent Instagram photos below:
Find All Your Back to School Necessities: For You, Him, Her & Everyone
No matter how old you are, this time of year always incites back to school butterflies. And like spring makes you feel the need to clean out the house, for whatever reason, fall feels like the right time to stock up on those everyday foundations we all need to replenish, the no-brainers that make getting dressed and out of the house remotely possible on a busy morning.
To make rounding up these wardrobe staples even easier, our Bare Necessities buyers zeroed in on our best multipacks and Buy More Save More deals. (You can always find them on our promotions page.) Here’s our shopping list of what to load up on for you, for him and for any teens in the house (or going off to college) you may still be bankrolling. They’re the finds our shoppers love and keep coming back to.
Time to get back to basics, in the best possible way.
FOR YOU
Bras
Buy One Get One 50% Off Bras
Back smoothers. Front close. Sports bras. Sexy. Side support. Minimizers. These bra steals in every style are where it’s at right now. When you’re supposed to replace your bras every six months, these mix-and-match buys make it attainable.
Panties
Jockey Elance Breathe Hipster 3-Pack, $22.50
One of the most enduringly popular collections, a pack or two of these cotton hipsters will carry you comfortably through the week.
Maidenform Pure Genius Seamless Boyshort, 3 for $30
If you’re a boyshorts fan, snap these up. They’re seamless, fitted, won’t roll up or down and come in all the colors.
Olga Secret Hug Scoop Hipster, 3 for $27
Exclusively ours, these cult favorites undies are longtime best sellers (find out why). They also come in a full-cut brief if that’s more your cut.
Spanx Everyday Shaping Brief, 2 for $38
For the polishing effect of shapewear, this style—also in a thong and boyshort—smooths a tummy and does away with panty lines.
Natori Bliss Cotton Bikini, 3 for $45
For those who like to keep things simple, consider this so-soft, lace-trimmed, stay-put solid cotton style. (There’s a French cut, too.)
Chantelle Soft Stretch Full Brief, 3 for $45
The latest, greatest must-try. These luxurious laser cut, thin, stretchy panties come in but one size, and they will make a believer out of you.
Hanky Panky multipacks, from $60-98
You know who you are, Hanky Panky devotees. May as well buy in bulk to get your go-to luxe stretch lace for less. Accept no imitations.
Socks
Hot Sox Low-Cut Socks 6-pack, $16
It’s actually kind of amazing what a big difference plush new socks can make in your day. Pick up a pack and you’re completely good to go.
Hue Air Cushion Low-Cut Socks 3-pack, $13
Those little knit squares are what keep these pleasingly thick, one size fits most ankle socks delightfully breathable.
FOR HIM
Calvin Klein Cotton Knit Boxer 3-pack, $39.50 Comfy, classic boxers in versatile, understated shades get five star ratings across the board.
Saxx Ultra Boxer Brief 3-pack, $85.95
With a built-in sling of sorts, guys are swearing by this everyday-luxury updated boxer-brief that’s designed to make him forget he’s wearing it.
Polo Ralph Lauren Classic V-Neck T-Shirts 3-pack, $39.50
Gray, black, white and blue cotton jersey undershirts double as tees when the weekend rolls around.
2(x)ist Cotton Essential Square Cut Tank 2-pack, $36
Wear these slim-fit, ribbed cotton tops under dress shirts or on their own.
Polo Ralph Lauren Tech Athletic Low Cut 3-pack, $18
Hard to believe something so simple could involve so much engineering, but these do, from the arch support to the mesh top.
Gold Toe Sport No Show Socks 6-pack, $15
For $2.50 a pair, how could he afford not to hoard truckloads of these all-but-invisible white and black gym socks?
FOR HER
Bali Comfort Revolution Bralette, $16
Our top-selling bralette gets off-the-charts comfort ratings. The size range is stellar, the cups ensure modesty and the price is a total steal.
Jockey Retro Stripe Hipsters, 3 for $30
Preppy, borrowed-from-the-boys pairs go perfectly with the matching Jockey Retro Stripe Cotton Bralette.
Maidenform Microfiber Boyshort, 3 for $32
Q: How much fun are the patterns on these lace-trimmed, silky shorties? A: Very.
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From 34DD to 32DDD, Sexy to Sports, Dana Finds New Bras for her New Breasts
Dana Tosk, 37, has always been busty. “But even when I was younger, they were very saggy. After nursing three kids for a year each, they were the breasts of an 80-year-old woman. I’m pretty fit and happy with my body at this stage in my life, and I wanted my breasts to match the rest of me,” she told Bare Necessities.
That’s when she scheduled an appointment with a plastic surgeon.
About to start training to become a yoga instructor, Dana has gotten deep into health and fitness the past few years; she works out six days a week. Now totally recovered from having an augmentation, Dana suddenly needed every kind of bra.
“My biggest gripe is that when I bend over, my boobs fall out. I feel like I’m always tucking the girls back in. I want to be held up and not have to worry about them. Specifically, I need a good sports bra to support my chest while I’m exercising without straining my neck. And would it be asking too much for a bra to not pinch my back fat? Smooth and seamless all around would be great.”
Dana had been in 34DDs from Target and Victoria’s Secret: “I admit that I’m part of the problem. I buy cheap bras, and they suck. I also haven’t been measured since my augmentation, so I really don’t know my size. I would love for an expert to tell me what I’m doing wrong and help me feel more comfortable.”
Like, say, amBRAssador Kristyn.
BEFORE
A mother of three young kids herself, Kristyn empathized with Dana’s figure changes. She measured Dana over the phone and found her to be a 32DDD.
“Though technically that’s the sister size of the 34DDs you’re already in, the tighter band will give you the lift you need,” explained Kristyn, who prioritized finding a more supportive sports bra (bye-bye, stretchy XLs) and stepped-up bras for the rest of the day. “Dana is still wearing T-shirt bras because that was all she could wear before implants. She hasn’t made the mental leap yet. I want to show her how to fit her new figure. Her breasts are slightly wide-set, so I’d like to try bringing them closer together. And I’d love to see her in something a little sexier since she has these great new boobs!”
Dana was all about it: “I paid a lot for them, so I want them to look good!”
THE REVELATION
After shipping out the first round of try-ons, Dana and Kristyn were vibing.
For the weekday grind, the femme, on-trend new Camio Mio Lace Balcony Bra—exclusive to Bare Necessities—fit as though it were custom-made for Dana. Stabilizing straps and lightweight foam cups trimmed in a very contemporary lace solved her spillage, smoothness and comfort concerns and brought her breasts in and up like Kristyn hoped a bra would.
When it came to sexy, it was all about Freya. The sheer yet intricately constructed Freya Pulse Plunge and Freya Fancies Plunge Balcony bras that Kristyn gravitated toward first looked superhot (too hot to show here, in fact) while lifting and supporting at the same time.
On the sports bra front, “I don’t think Dana even realized they come in bra sizes,” said Kristyn. “She’d been wearing a much-too-big pullover style to accommodate her chest, but what she gained in capacity she lost in support.” Instead, she found Dana’s just-right fit in the Anita Air Control Wire-Free Sports Bra. “While all about function, it also happens to looks gorgeous on her.”
“Everything you sent me is cute and comfortable. I wear cotton T-shirt bras and sports bras every day…I’m not used to such attractive bras! It’s nice to feel pretty,” Dana emailed.
AFTER
“They’re all wonderful!” Dana said of her bras the day of her photoshoot. “The sports bra is super supportive and very comfortable. The black lace one shapes me just right and is so sexy. The pink pushup makes the girls perky without having them fall out when I bend over.”
But putting herself in an expert’s hands was Dana’s biggest aha! moment of all: “Kristyn was so nice and made me feel so comfortable. The bras she picked right away were the ones that fit best. Speaking with her was an education. She explained what was wrong with my old bra size, then sent me exactly what I wanted and checked to be sure it fit right. It was a lot more enjoyable trying on bras in the comfort of my bedroom than in a poorly lit mall dressing room. Returning what I didn’t like was a breeze, and I found four bras that work for my life.”
Kristyn couldn’t have been happier with the outcome of this bra makeover: “Hopefully she’ll ditch the T-shirt bras for good and stick with sexy support!”
DANA’S BEST BRAS
Camio Mio Lace Balcony Bra
Freya Pulse Plunge
Freya Fancies Plunge Balcony
Anita Air Control Wire-Free Sports Bra
Let us handle your bra gripes for you, too. Call an amBRAssador at 877-728-9272 x4 or chat via barenecessities.com.
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Meet the amBRAssadors
Sure, Bare Necessities carries 163 different bra sizes from more than 80 of the world’s best brands. But perhaps our greatest advantage: the ladies on our customer service team.
Meet the amBRAssadors
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These trained, talented bra fit experts are real women with real lives and body concerns of their own. They’re here to assess your bra situation, find you the best size through an at-home bra fitting over phone or chat, then help you choose the perfect style for your body type, budget, style and more. Call them at 877-728-9272, x4 (Monday through Saturday, 8:30 AM to 6 PM), or chat via Bare Necessities to get yours. All you’ll need is a tape measure, your best-fitting bra and ten idle minutes.
Meanwhile, get to know the team so that when you do yourself the favor of reaching out, you’ll already know who’s on the other end of the connection.
BRANDI, 32G
Best brand: Fantasie
Favorite bra: Chantelle Modern Invisible Plunge
Most memorable fitting: My own! I walked in wearing a 38D and walked out in a 32G.
Best lingerie advice: The best fit is what makes you look and feel beautiful.
If I weren’t an amBRAssador: I wouldn’t have measuring tapes all over my house and purse!
Fun fact: I love to watch my daughters play softball.
All-time favorite movie: Steel Magnolias.
Favorite way to relax: Going to an amusement park with my daughters.
Guilty pleasure: Wine and dark chocolate.
Hobby: I crochet baby blankets and donate them.
Proudest moment: When I put my life back together after my marriage ended.
Personal mantra: If you’re going through hell, keep going.
CHERI, 34H
Best brand/bra: Curvy Kate Tropics Balcony Bra
Most memorable fitting: My own, with amBRAssador Marissa. She helped me determine what size I truly was. I had been wearing a bra that was four cup sizes too small! It was life-changing trying on a bra that actually fit. I felt the weight literally lift off my shoulders.
Best lingerie advice: Graduate beyond Victoria’s Secret!
If I weren’t an amBRAssador: I would be sitting at a job I didn’t love in an ill-fitting bra!
Comfort food: Buffalo mac and cheese. I could eat it every day.
Favorite way to relax: Surround myself with a bunch of dogs. It does not matter what kind of mood I’m in, pups always cheer me up.
Guilty pleasure: The Golden Girls.
Hobby: I love to sing.
Proudest moment: I’m the youngest of four girls, and it was my parents dream to see all four of their daughters graduate from college, so it felt amazing to reach my own goal as well as to make my parents’ dreams come true.
Personal mantra: “Incredible change happens in your life when you decide to take control of what you do have power over instead of craving control of what you don’t.”
CHRISTIANNE, 28DDD
Best brand/bra: Freya Idol Balcony Bra
Most memorable fitting: Probably my own! I was wearing a 32DD before my fitting. It was completely wrong.
Best lingerie advice: When buying shapewear, size up! It will prevent rolls.
If I weren’t an amBRAssador: I wouldn’t know my correct bra size!
Fun fact: I’m a super nerd. I love comic books, manga and anime.
Favorite way to relax: Beach days.
Guilty pleasure: Vegan brownies.
Hobby: Painting and reading.
Personal mantra: Be yourself because those who matter don’t mind and those who mind don’t matter.
CLAIRE
Bra size: You’ll need to buy me a Martini first.
Best brand: Prima Donna
Best lingerie advice: A comfortable person is hella sexy.
When I’m not an amBRAssador: I’m acting, writing and producing Carbon, my feature film.
Fun fact: I have an Emmy award.
All-time favorite book: Tools of Titans: The Tactics, Routines and Habits of Billionaires, Icons and World-Class Performers by Tim Ferris.
Go-to movie: Requiem for a Dream.
Favorite way to relax: Bingewatching a good show with cheese, crackers, a Manhattan and, let’s be honest, a Lactaid.
Happy place: Santa Fe, Costa Rica or my bed.
Craziest thing you’ve ever done: Not fit for print.
Proudest moment: Seeing my kid go against the grain.
Personal mantra: It’s all okay—no one’s open on the table.
In a word: Multi-tasker. A hyphen makes that one word, right?
FRANCESCA, 30I
Best brand/bra: Freya Fancies Plunge Balcony Bra
Most memorable fitting: I had a customer call in who was having all sorts of difficulties finding a bra that fit her breast shape. She was measuring a 32L. We talked for a very long time, went over her measurements, tweaked her size and found different styles to try. She called a few days later to tell me the Elomi Tia Side Support I suggested was the best bra she’s ever owned. She said it almost made it look like she had gotten a lift—that’s a pretty impressive endorsement!
Best lingerie advice: Confidence is key.
If I weren’t an amBRAssador: I would probably be wearing the wrong bra size.
Fun fact: I’m a huge sports fan. I may have missed my calling to be a sport analyst and get paid to argue about it.
All-time favorite book: The Outsiders.
Guilty pleasure: Reality TV.
Hobby: Shopping.
Personal mantra: Every experience teaches you something. Learn the lesson.
JEANETTE, 32G
Best brand: Wacoal
Favorite bra: Chantelle Courcelles T-Shirt Bra
Most memorable fitting: A bride looking for a wedding day bra had lost a lot of weight but was still wearing her old 40DD. We measured her at a 34G. She was so excited to find bras in her new size that would fit and support her better. I was so happy for her.
Best lingerie advice: Stack your contour bras one behind the other in a drawer.
If I weren’t an amBRAssador: I’d be a museum curator.
Hidden talent: I can moonwalk.
Superpower: I wish I could read minds.
Happy place: The beach.
Best vacation: Spain.
Proudest moment: Buying a home.
Favorite movie: The Goonies.
Personal mantra: Progress, not perfection.
JENNIE, 30H
Best brand/bra: Chantelle Révèle Moi
Most memorable fitting: I worked with a customer for over a month. She would call me every Saturday, and we would talk about the latest bras she had tried. Though she measured consistently, depending on the brand and style, her size varied as much as three cup and band sizes. We went through a ton of options. By the time we were done, she had a massive bra wardrobe and we were practically best friends.
Best lingerie advice: Don’t get hung up on the size of your bra. If it fits well and makes you happy, that’s all that matters.
If I weren’t an amBRAssador: I’d be running my own pet business. I make my own dog collars and accessories.
Happy place: Horseback riding in the great outdoors.
Hidden talent: Sewing.
Guilty pleasure: Fast food.
Personal mantra: Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.
In a word: Creative.
KRISTY, 42C
Best brand/bra: Curvy Couture Tulip Lace Push-Up Bra
Most memorable fitting: I had a customer who, because of an illness and many surgeries, didn’t have a clue what size she was. She was coming to us to be fitted for swimwear and though she lived in California, she hadn’t actually been to the beach in years. After her first try-on, she contacted me in tears. She finally felt confident enough to enjoy the beach again.
Best lingerie advice: If you feel comfortable and confident, it will show.
If I weren’t an amBRAssador: I would be a chef.
All-time favorite movie: Since childhood, I’ve loved The Wizard of Oz.
Comfort food: Pasta.
Favorite way to relax: Sitting by my pool with my husband and puppy, listening to music.
Personal mantra: Walk by faith, not by sight.
KRISTYN, 30C
Best brand/bra: B’Tempt’d Ciao Bella Balconette
Most memorable fitting: My mom! She went from a 36B to her correct size, a 30D.
If I wasn’t an amBRAssador: I’d be a therapist.
Hobby: Collecting vinyl records.
Superpower: A woman’s intuition.
Fun fact: I’m a single mom of three crazy little boys.
Favorite way to relax: Yoga.
Personal mantra: If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.
Craziest thing I’ve ever done: Skydiving. It was awesome!
MARISSA, 32BBest brand/bra: OnGossamer Mesh Bump It Up Bra
Most memorable fitting: My mom thought she was a 36DD her entire life, but I took her measurements and she ended up being a 36H. She still can’t get over it!
Best lingerie advice: Trying on bras is like trying on jeans—every style will fit a bit different than the next.
If I weren’t an amBRAssador: I would love to be traveling the world.
All-time favorite show: Game of Thrones.
Comfort food: Pizza and wings.
Favorite way to relax: A bubble bath.
Guilty pleasure: Watching sappy romance movies.
Hobby: Playing video games.
Proudest moment: Becoming an aunt.
Personal mantra: The best is yet to come.
MARYANN, 30FBest brand/bra: Simone Perele Andora Demi T-Shirt Bra
Best lingerie advice: Have more fun with color!
If I weren’t an amBRAssador: I’d travel the world taking photographs.
All-time favorite show: Friends.
Favorite way to relax: Curling up in bed with a book, a cup of coffee and my cat.
Guilty pleasure: Shoes and makeup. I’m a hoarder of both.
Craziest thing I’ve ever done: Snowboarded a Double Black Diamond slope by accident. I got lost and had to make it down somehow!
Personal mantra: Figure it out.
MELISSA, 32DDD
Best brand: I love Freya for the size and style selection, and they have AH-mazing swimwear.
Favorite bra: I really dig the Natori Feathers bra because it’s fun and sexy, in great sizes and colors and is perfect for me—it’s the T-shirt bra I love without super-stiff foam cups that gape on my shallow breasts.
Most memorable fitting: I recently did a swim fitting with a customer who had gone through some tough personal things that were affecting her body. We laughed, we cried.
Best lingerie advice: You actually DO get what you pay for! Some bras may seem priced too highly, but they’re much better quality and will last you longer, so they won’t need to be replaced as often.
Fun fact: I’ve recently lost almost 140 pounds with the help of a weight loss surgery. I’ve been a whole range of bra sizes, so I love helping customers whose sizes have changed.
All-time favorite book: The Harry Potter series.
Comfort food: Potatoes in any form.
Guilty pleasure: The TV show Jersey Shore… except I don’t feel so guilty about it.
Personal mantra: “I am Beyoncé, always,” —Michael Scott, The Office.
MICHELLE, 28F
Best brand: Dita Von Teese
Favorite bra: Freya Fancies Plunge Balcony Bra
Most memorable fitting: My own! Thinking I was a 34C when really I’m a 28F…what a difference!
Best lingerie advice: If you like it, rock it!
If I weren’t an amBRAssador: I’d be an art teacher.
Comfort food: Movie theater popcorn.
Guilty pleasure: Makeup shopping.
Hobby: Going to the craft store and learning to sew with amBRAssador Jennie.
Proudest moment: Adopting my first rescue rabbit. I’m obsessed with bunnies.
Personal mantra: Never settle.
TRACY, 32D
Best bra/brand: Simone Perele Caresse 3D Plunge
Fun fact: I can count the number of letters in any word instantaneously. (That’s 15 letters! See?) 
If I weren’t an amBRAssador: I would be traveling around the world.
All-time favorite show: I’ve seen Wicked on Broadway ten times.
Favorite way to relax: Picnics at the park, riding our bikes and going to the movies as a family.
Guilty pleasure: Sneaking away to the spa for a massage.
Hobby: Fitness. I’m a certified instructor!
Happy place: Disney World.
Craziest thing you’ve ever done: Agreeing to run a half marathon even though I had never run more than a few feet. I finished, and in decent time, too!
Proudest moment: Bringing each of my three children into the world.
Personal mantra: Everything happens for a reason.
In a word: Happy.
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Best bra: Calvin Klein Perfectly Fit Modern T-Shirt Bra
Best lingerie advice: Wear something that makes you feel like the best version of you—happy, pretty, comfortable.
Fun fact: I would spend millions on makeup if I had the means.
All-time favorite show: It’s a tie between Friends and Gilmore Girls.
Favorite way to relax: Watching Netflix while wrapped in a fluffy blanket.
Guilty pleasure: The Kardashian family.
Craziest thing you’ve ever done: Switching careers, from preschool teacher to amBRAssador.
Proudest moment: Watching my pre-K class graduate and seeing how far they’d come.
Personal mantra: Don’t worry, be happy.
In a word: Loving.
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