Another
query I’ve received recently, and a sensitive issue for many ladies, is finding
practical yet attractive underwear.
Mobility limitations can cause difficulties that many would perhaps take
for granted, myself included.
How
many times have you cursed the bra clasps as you fumble to get dressed in a
hurry? Until a recent conversation with an OT, it had never occurred to me
how I would deal with this if I had limited dexterity in my hands.
So
it got me thinking, I wonder how many options are out there in the lingerie
departments that look pretty but can be negotiated with ease?
The
foundation for any outfit, your choice of underwear is generally based on
support, comfort and appearance. But if
upper body mobility is restricted, this can make fiddly fastenings or straps an
obstacle to choosing something stylish.
Depending
on the outfit, some alternatives to the standard back-fastening bra can include
the crop top, racer back sports style, bandeau, strapless or front fastening.
A
possible solution could be be to replace the catch on a front fastening style
with an easier to manage choice such as poppers, a zip or Velcro.
For
those who find wandering straps an issue, gadgets are available to keep straps
together at the back – or could also be made with a strip of Velcro.
I’ve
also used body tape strips (available widely, mine from Penneys) to help
control any slipping. Halter neck
options or racer-back styles can also help with this problem.
Self-adhesive
bra cups may work for special occasions, but may be less supportive for
everyday use.
Some
garments now feature built-in bra support, such as camisole or vest tops,
swimwear and evening dresses.
Perhaps
another solution could be to alter specific items by inserting bra cups permanently
into the garment, to eliminate difficulty getting dressed.
