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Get To Know Our New “Keep Your Cool” Bra, Panty and Shapewear Collection

Wacoal Head of Design Shares What Makes These Cooling Essentials So Refreshing

Feeling cool and comfortable—regardless of how hot and humid the conditions may be—is such an important factor in how you show up for your day, right? The desire for a bra that provides support for all sizes and can combat the heat is something Wacoal Fit Experts hear often from our customers, and as such, developing a collection to suit this need became a top priority for our design team.

 

After more than two years of research, development and rigorous testing, the Wacoal cooling collection has arrived, and the initial reviews are in. Spoiler Alert: Customers are raving!

 

Our Keep Your Cool assortment includes a breathable, cooling underwire bra, three essential cooling panties, a smoothing tank and a trio of shapewear staples. And to share just what makes these products such an innovative solution for women of all shapes and sizes, let us introduce Miryha Fantegrossi, Wacoal Head of Design and a renowned industry expert in all things intimates. You may have seen her sharing fit tips, product demos and other insider info on the Wacoal Instagram. With the launch of our Wacoal blog, Miryha and the Wacoal design team will be able to provide even more access to the behind-the-scenes process that goes into creating the solution-oriented products Wacoal is known for.

Miryha Fantegrossi, Wacoal Head of Design
Miryha Fantegrossi, Wacoal Head of Design
Miryha Fantegrossi, Wacoal Head of Design
Miryha Fantegrossi, Wacoal Head of Design

Feeling cool and comfortable—regardless of how hot and humid the conditions may be—is such an important factor in how you show up for your day, right? The desire for a bra that provides support for all sizes and can combat the heat is something Wacoal Fit Experts hear often from our customers, and as such, developing a collection to suit this need became a top priority for our design team.

 

After more than two years of research, development and rigorous testing, the Wacoal cooling collection has arrived, and the initial reviews are in. Spoiler Alert: Customers are raving!

 

Our Keep Your Cool assortment includes a breathable, cooling underwire bra, three essential cooling panties, a smoothing tank and a trio of shapewear staples. And to share just what makes these products such an innovative solution for women of all shapes and sizes, let us introduce Miryha Fantegrossi, Wacoal Head of Design and a renowned industry expert in all things intimates. You may have seen her sharing fit tips, product demos and other insider info on the Wacoal Instagram. With the launch of our Wacoal blog, Miryha and the Wacoal design team will be able to provide even more access to the behind-the-scenes process that goes into creating the solution-oriented products Wacoal is known for.

Q: What makes the Wacoal cooling collection different from other “cooling” products in the market?

Sure, there are bras out there that call themselves ‘cooling’, but the truth is, the cooling properties are executed in the finishing process—meaning that after the fabric is made, a treatment is applied to give it some sort of moisture-wicking ability. But, as women wear and wash these bras, the topical finishes don’t last! Which means, the cooling benefits don’t either.

 

We worked directly with a fabric mill to develop an innovative material in which the construction of the yarn itself delivers the cooling factor. This means that the cooling properties last for the entire life of the garment.

Q: Does the cooling material support all bust sizes?

Yes! So much of Wacoal’s DNA is in supporting all shapes and sizes, we would never compromise that. Especially since we know that tissue on tissue creates heat. The larger the bust, the more tissue, which means more heat—and the uncomfortable sweat and moisture that comes with it. Finding a yarn to spin into a fabric that has the four-way stretch we needed to support the size range that we offer was like finding a needle in a haystack, which is why we worked with a supplier to develop the material from scratch. With this innovative material, we are able to offer the cooling underwire bra in sizes ranging from a 34C through a 42G.

Q: How did you decide what cooling products to launch?

We started the development process focusing on creating an essential underwire bra, one tried and true staple style that we knew our customers would love. Then, once we had the material created, it was a no-brainer to extend into cooling panties—personally, I love the Keep Your Cool Hi-Cut because the style is so on-trend right now and the mesh side panels offer extra breathability. Our customers wear shapewear for celebrations that so often involve dancing—and now, with social distancing, those celebrations are taking place outside, not in air-conditioned venues. So, the cooling material can make a huge difference!

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Carla Nunez in the KEEP YOUR COOL UNDERWIRE BRA
Q: Any other tips to keep cool in Wacoal intimates?

Make sure you are wearing the right size bra! Lifting the breast tissue off the body is half the battle to beat the heat. Refer to our Bra Fit Calculator to find your perfect match, or set up a virtual bra consultation with a Wacoal Fit Expert. We also have a Live Chat option on our site that allows you to access a Fit Expert as needed for tips and advice.

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Breathable cooling

fabric will help keep you

feeling comfortable and

refreshed.

If you need help finding your perfect bra size or have a particular bra fit issue, we’re here for you. Make an appointment with one of our amazing Fit Experts today! Prefer to give it a go on your own? Check out our online Bra Fit Calculator to determine your exact bra size using a step-by-step guide.

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