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A couple of weeks ago I wrote a post about bra hacks, and that post ended up receiving a lot of great feedback! It’s really neat that something as simple as wearing a bra every day can give us so many shared experiences to bond over (though not all of them are positive of course!) ;-)
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One of the less fun bra-related experiences that many women have shared is dealing with exposed underwire. You know, when the underwire rips through the fabric and starts stabbing you in the ribs or armpit? And today we’ll be exploring this issue in depth, and I’ll tell you exactly how to fix a broken underwire bra!
Check out this life-saving bra hack in action in my video at the end of the post!
What Causes Exposed Underwire?
The purpose of underwire is to lift and support. Its purpose is not to scratch you or threaten your internal organs, but it sometimes ends up that way. So how is our underwire going so awry?
An exposed underwire is usually caused by one of two problems. First, it could be that the bra doesn’t fit you the way it should. (If you’re not sure if you know your correct bra size, don’t hesitate to have a fitting done by an experienced professional!)
Another potential problem is improper care. Bras should be washed gently with a mild detergent. Aggressive washing and concentrated detergents can weaken the fabric, exacerbating those unfortunate underwire issues!
Fixing The Problem
While understanding the potential causes of exposed underwire may help you avoid the problem in the future, it doesn’t do you much good in terms of fixing the problem now!
That’s why I’m sharing a quick and easy solution that you can use to fix that broken underwire bra so you can keep wearing it! Because in real life, we don’t always get things exactly right. So instead we find a fix, learn something, and move on! :-)
Tools & Supplies
For this fix, you’ll need the following supplies:
- Moleskin
- Scissors
How To Fix A Broken Underwire Bra
Step 1 – Reposition The Wire
Start by pushing the exposed underwire back into its original position.
Step 2 – Cut The Moleskin
Inspect the hole that the underwire left behind in the fabric to determine how big your patch should be. You’ll want your patch to be big enough to cover both the hole itself and the area around it to make sure there’s enough adhesive to keep it securely in place.
Once you know what size it should be, use a sharp pair of scissors to cut out the moleskin patch.
Step 3 – Apply The Patch
Remove the adhesive backing and apply the patch over the hole. Press the patch down firmly for several seconds to make sure it stays put.
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And just like that, you’re done! Your underwire woes are no more, and you can once again wear your bra without fear of bodily harm.
How Long Will This Fix Last?
In my experience, this is one of those rare fixes that actually seems to get stronger over time. It seems as though body heat helps the moleskin adhesive to fuse with the fabric of the bra!
I’ve put a moleskin-patched bra through the washer and dryer many times with no issue. I can’t promise this fix will last indefinitely, but it should last you a good, long time!
Do you have a favorite quick fix for a bra-related issue?
