Trousseau’s bras fit those with petite (and nonpetite) assets

June 22, 9:39 AMDC Petite Fashion ExaminerMichelle Safro

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Heidi Klum. Tyra Banks. Gisele Bundchen. What do those women have that I, and most petites, don’t? Besides the fact that they’re rich and famous supermodels, they can also all fit into a standard-sized bra. Heidi Klum has never had to ask a salesperson to help her find a bra, only to be told that the store doesn’t carry her size. Tyra Banks has never been instructed to find a “specialty store” for someone of her small stature. And Gisele Bundchen probably has a hard time even grasping the concept of petite. Unlike a supermodel, I don’t have millions of dollars with which to have an entire closet of undergarments tailored to my size. But at Trousseau, the speciality undergarment store near Tyson’s Corner, I don’t need a million dollars or a personalized tailor. All I need is a little time and patience.

Trousseau carries sizes 30AA - 56K. For any petite woman who’s ever had the problem of having a small band size while also being ample of bosom, the store’s massive size selection feels like manna from heaven. Any woman who’s been blessed with cups that runneth over will love being able to find bras with sizes ranging higher than the standard A, B, or C cup. And as if the variety weren’t enough, the salespeople are extremely friendly and helpful, and will gladly provide you with a free measurement so you can find your exact size. I recommend being measured, since most ladies either don’t know their correct size or wear the same size they’ve been wearing since the last time they were measured, ten years ago. As an added bonus, each bra comes with a sample packet of special detergent and specific washing instructions so your bra can last you that much longer. Of course, because of Trousseau’s huge variety, you will have to spend some time finding bras, or at least waiting for a salesperson to bring you bras to try on. But good things do come to those who wait.

Whether you’re a 30DD or a 50C, a fan of lace or cotton, or a lover of shapewear or lingerie, Trousseau’s expansive collection has the undergarment for you. After all, it’s be much easier to feel like Heidi Klum when you have your own perfectly-fitting bra.

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