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Modesty pads?

violann — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 15:02:18 GMT

If for some reason or another you are not symmetrical in front, are "modesty pads" as described here on the Q a good size to help create equality or are they too thick? Hope I'm not being too euphemistic!

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pattypeep — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 15:13:58 GMT

If you're speaking of the ones that I think you are, I doubt that they would be thick enough to make any difference.

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151949 — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 16:31:08 GMT

I am very much no longer symmetrical following a lumpectomy that took about 1/4 of one breast. I have some bras that hold a prosthetic that was custom made for me but i find it too hot to wear most of the time since menopause, so I wear a bra that fits as closely as I can and use a modesty pad to fill in the smaller side. I have considered having a breast implant on that side but as I get older it isn't a big deal to me anymore and I can do without yet another surgery.

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jewelfool — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 16:56:36 GMT

I wear the Q modesty pads every day. I have for years...I work with 90 men and I must make sure at all times nothing is showing through my tops!

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debcakes — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 17:04:08 GMT

There are bigger, thicker pads that sometimes come in some bras. They are removavble. Most likely if you removed one and kept one in, it would do the trick. I am sure Victoria's secret sells the bras and i would think they sell the pads alone, too.

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Another new name Sue — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 17:29:50 GMT

I never knew such a thing existed. Very helpful.

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violann — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 17:36:17 GMT

The funny thing is that as I Lose weight, the issue becomes more pronounced! Go figure. I had a mass removedthat was the size of a lemon.

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ChynnaBlue — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 17:57:37 GMT

I can't speak to all of them, but the ones for the Genie bras are terrible. They're too thick and obvious under the very sheer bra material. One look in the mirror and I could see obvious triangles under my shirt. No thank you.

If you need modesty, avoid the Genie bra and their "modesty" pads. You may be better off with reusable silicon pads (you can get in some lingerie departments) or buying bras with a liner. None of the bras I've purchased from QVC have enough padded lining to provide modesty for aggressive nipples. I'd say go find a bra you like at a local store and then purchase more of the same bra online.

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circles — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 18:13:21 GMT

I have to laugh at the triangular ones that come with the Genie Bra....who thought that was a good look...lol....

I bought the modesty pads that the Q. sells...they are shaped like we are...also not real thick...but enough coverage to keep us looking nice....

Oops...I forgot to say that I wear the Genie Bras....but I take the triangles out and use the modesty pads...I purchased separately.....

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LilacTree — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 18:24:06 GMT

I wish we had such a thing in 1980. I was given the nickname "Cool Breeze" the first few years at the CPA firm I worked for, which they then shortened to "CB," which was much more palatable, thankfully. I wound up making my own pads out of tee shirt material, tripled and sewn in a circle. I also wore a lot of jackets. The only other thing I could have done was to buy padded bras which I didn't need and would have made me look ridiculous.

I like the "modesty pads" that come with the Genie bras, but only wear them if I am going out. Otherwise, I don't bother since I am alone in my apartment most of the time. Actually, most of the time I don't wear a bra at all if I am home alone.

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depglass — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 20:26:43 GMT

The Rhonda Shear pads from her bras are bigger and don't show the triangular outline. But I think they clearanced this style from HSN.

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chrystaltree — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 20:31:09 GMT

If one boob is larger than the other, the modesty pads won't help.

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violann — Sat, 11 Jan 2014 04:11:32 GMT

On 1/10/2014 chrystaltree said:
If one boob is larger than the other, the modesty pads won't help.

I'd only wear one.

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chessylady — Sat, 11 Jan 2014 04:29:10 GMT

Not to be indelicate, but are we worried about what shows through our bra when we get cold?I'm sure I will get blasted for my opinion, but this is a natural physical reaction that is nothing to be ashamed of. There are some bras that are thicker than others but buying a special pad just in case a natural part of your anatomy is more visible seems a little precious to me.

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chickadee — Sat, 11 Jan 2014 04:43:10 GMT

violann, I think it depends on how mismatched your breasts are. If they are just slightly out of proportion, then wearing one of the larger modesty pads might even things out. But it might also make you look more uneven. I don't know about the genie pads, but the Rhonda Shear pads I have definitely have a cup shape to them. If I were only wearing one, the other side would be less "rounded", if that makes any sense.

But more specific to your question, I am quite uneven after having a lump/wedge removed from one side. The modesty pads are not padded enough to make up enough difference in my case, even if I wear two on one side.

BUT, what they do (for me) is help even out the SHAPE of both sides when I add in extra padding on the smaller side. I don't like having lumps and bumps and seams showing through my clothing, so I like the pads for this purpose. Hiding the "high beams" when I'm cold is just a bonus

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champagnepoodle — Sat, 11 Jan 2014 04:58:25 GMT

Those modesty pads are hilarious. They are huge triangles that are very thick. We have a lady at work who wears them and the guys nicknamed her patches. lol

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Nana5 — Sat, 11 Jan 2014 05:10:12 GMT

The "pads" that come with the Genie bras and Rhonda Shear's bras are bulky, lumpy and thick. I don't know if they would help to even you out. They don't work for me.

A314820 are the Lippo in a box bra inserts. They are made of thin but dense foam. They don't add size but they do work as modesty pads. I wear them every day. They give a nice smooth silhouette for tee shirts/knits and of course prevent nip show-through. I'm guessing the would not even you out either.

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Tinkrbl44 — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 07:47:38 GMT

On 1/10/2014 chessylady said: Not to be indelicate, but are we worried about what shows through our bra when we get cold?I'm sure I will get blasted for my opinion, but this is a natural physical reaction that is nothing to be ashamed of. There are some bras that are thicker than others but buying a special pad just in case a natural part of your anatomy is more visible seems a little precious to me.

LOL! The first time I heard a host say something about the "modesty" factor with a bra, all I could think of was what the heck makes a bra immodest?

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violann — Sat, 01 Mar 2014 14:40:46 GMT

I was only seeking symmetrical cup stuffing, not modesty.

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Desertdi — Sat, 01 Mar 2014 15:15:39 GMT

On 3/1/2014 violann said: I was only seeking symmetrical cup stuffing, not modesty.

Those "pads" are pretty thin........but you could use both on one side. Worth the experiment, I would think.