Aug 30, 2013
While I've been in Austin, TX I went bra shopping. I went to Hard Candy Heels & Lingerie, and Tabu Lingerie.
At Hard Candy I got a 34dd Honeydew- Lacey Padded Molded Push-up. I wouldn't really consider it a push-up bra, it's so slight. There wasn't much in my size, but I was only looking at black bras. the Honeydew bra I purchased has black lace over a light nude cup. It's very comfortable and the best fitting bra that I now have. Unfortunately none of the other black bras were in my size. I was also interested in getting some light nude bras. They didn't have any when I was there, but I was told they are ordering some soon.
Tabu Lingerie does not have much of a selection of bras. There is one small rack, but they don't stock much since bras take up quite a bit of space to have a decent range of sizes and styles. I purchased a 34dd Jezabel- Ideal Unpadded Demi Underwire bra. It's black lace with white detail on the straps and buttons. The straps also have garter strap details on the front. Aside from being lace it's not very frilly and doesn't have any bows. As far as looks this is probably my favorite bra. It wrinkles on top, but I encounter that with most bras, so I think that's more to do with the shape of my breasts.
I got pretty lucky as these were the only black bras in my size at both stores. Next time I'm in Austin I'll definitely stop by at Hard Candy Heels and Lingerie again.
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Next time you're in Austin you should go to Petticoat Fair! Their fitting methods are fantastic and their selection much better.
teremaailma, thanks :-) I'll check it out next time. What are their price range like? I'm on a pretty tight budget and even paying $20 for a bra can be difficult. Sometimes if it really fits well and I don't have many options I can save up for something in the $30-40 range.