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To spend £60 on 2 bras?

66 replies

Borelis · 20/01/2019 16:14

Considering I'm not super rich (average)....

OP posts:
ImNotKitten · 20/01/2019 16:16

Go for it. On a cost per wear basis it’s not so bad. My bras are usually £30-40 thanks to an unusual size! Never begrudge yourself decent underwear.

notsurewhatshappening · 20/01/2019 16:17

I wouldn't personally as I get mine in the sales in M&S much cheaper, but if you're happy with them and can afford it, why not?

Bombardier25966 · 20/01/2019 16:17

If you're an odd size then it's not a lot at all. Have you checked to see if you can get them cheaper, any discount codes or cashback?

stevie69 · 20/01/2019 16:18

Absolutely.

I spend sod all on clothes in general but my extensive lingerie collection is worth a fortune. I have some really nice stuff Blush

mintbiscuit · 20/01/2019 16:21

Absolutely as PP pointed out cost per wear is good. But only if well made and they fit you like a dream (and your weight doesn’t fluctuate!).

Good bras are like jeans and men in my experience- hard to find!

LazyLemur · 20/01/2019 16:22

Bras are usually around 20-30 though if you're not a "supermarket" size.

If you've found a bra that's comfy and supportive, that shit is worth it's weight in gold. Go for it.

3boysandabump · 20/01/2019 16:22

YADNBU.
Bras are the one item of clothing I spend real money on. After bf 4 dc I need all the help I can get regardless of the cost

MsVestibule · 20/01/2019 16:22

I suppose it depends on your size. I'm 32FF and haven't been able to find a well fitting, supportive bra below £35.

5FullFathoms · 20/01/2019 16:23

I spent years buying cheap bras and I really believe it’s a false economy. My bras now come from Bravissimo, fit like a dream and cost at least £30 each. Worth it though.

lolaflores · 20/01/2019 16:24

I've spent 100.00 on 2 bras and not rich either but they are so comfy and give me so much shape it's like over hauling my wardrobe. I finally have a waist.
Not just vanity but proper support is important too.
I sound like my mum now

AwkwardAsAllGetout · 20/01/2019 16:25

I would, and do. I try to wait til John Lewis have 20% off and I stock up then. I only wear Freya since being properly fitted and they’re worth every penny, now I have fewer, but better quality undies

Frouby · 20/01/2019 16:26

Yanbu.

I spend similar if not a bit more because I have big boobs. And my weight fluctates too, so I have from a 34g to a 36hh in my collection. I tend to have 2 at a time that fit, then a few more that nearly fit, then a few that will fit when I lose weight. And save the bigger ones incase I put weight on.

You can have a £60 top on, £100 pair of jeans and £200 worth of boots. But unless your bra fits and is supportive and flattering you might was well wear primark leggings and a t shirt with £3 canvas pumps.

And a good bra makes even cheap clothes look better.

ChiaraMontague · 20/01/2019 16:27

YANBU! I upgraded my bras a few months ago after years of cheap and cheerful ones, the difference is amazing! So much more comfortable and clothes look better too

Ringsblings · 20/01/2019 16:28

Bras is one of few things I will spend money on. I usually buy two/three a year @ 60-75 each black, white and nude. Getting properly fitted and good quality bras once a year far outweighs I’ll fitted crap ones! So definitely if you feel they are worth it!

Gth1234 · 20/01/2019 16:28

I am male, and I would be very happy for my wife to spend on attractive lingerie. I find the Rosie bras in M&S very attractive. M&S is good as the returns policy is so easy. £30 is not over the top. In fact Victoria's Secret type stuff is probably a lot more, but would be nice occasionally.

Borelis · 20/01/2019 16:28

Thanks a lot everyone :)

@5FullFathoms Yes these bras in question are also from Bravissimo :)

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LonnyVonnyWilsonFrickett · 20/01/2019 16:30

Bravissimo is totally worth it OP. You'll never look back.

(Also £30 really isn't dear for a properly made and well-fitting bra)

JKCR2017 · 20/01/2019 16:34

A few years ago, I would be saying no, definitely not £60 for two bras?

But now I’m older and also not particularly rich but I would say go for it. I used to only buy cheap bras, they never felt comfy for me. I indulged in some more expensive bras and they are amazingly comfy and fit so well!

puppymouse · 20/01/2019 16:43

I have a particular Fantasie bra that fits me well and looks good. It's £40 in John Lewis etc. I have a saved search on eBay to find me new with tags ones under a certain price. I usually get them for around £15.

PinkGin24 · 20/01/2019 16:45

Your money upto you of course. I would never spend that much but then I shop smartly... Gourgeous DD+ Range from Debenhams usually anything from £25 to £40 a bra from memory. Don't think I have ever paid more than £8 as I buy them in the sales.

MsAwesomeDragon · 20/01/2019 16:48

I haven't managed to find a bra for less than £25 each since I was about 16. Bras built to support the larger boob cost about that much of you're going to get one that fits properly.

Cookit · 20/01/2019 16:49

Not unreasonable at all, £30+ is how much a decent bra costs. Bravissimo is great.

Aeroflotgirl · 20/01/2019 16:49

Due to being a 34F I need good support, i find supermarket bras bad, my bras can be up to £35 each, they are totally worth it.

learieonthewildmoor · 20/01/2019 16:49

Good bras last longer than cheapie ones, so it works out in the end.

kaytee87 · 20/01/2019 16:50

£30 is a cheap bra imo. I'm a 32GG.