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We are excited to inform you about our new e-learning page, where we will provide educational and informative articles about the lingerie world. 

Because it's time for you to love wearing a bra that fits, supports, is comfortable, pretty & makes all of your clothes look gorgeous. It is your time to feel and look absolutely fabulous!




Article # 4
By Claudia Farias
Saturday, September 12, 2015


Why to be bra fitted, not measured?

I learned by experience, working for years as a bra fitter specialist, that bra measuring means nothing. The most important is: "if the bra fits, wear it!"

It's so true, that many lingerie stores have abandoned the use of the tape measure, preferring to assess each bra individually rather then tell women they are a particular size.  But, most women want to be measured because they are hoping this will make their bra shopping experience easier. They don't like trying on a lot of bras.

It is important that women understand there are discrepancies between manufactures' sizes, and they may be a different size in different shops/stores, just as they would be with clothes and shoes. In reality, a woman can be more than 4 different sizes. A bra, depending on the brand and style, and even different colors in the same style and same size can fit differently. This is true because the dyes in the fabric can shrink it.

Communicating with customers is fundamental to find the right fit. Asking questions about the problems they are having with the fit, what size they are using, how they wash and and dry their bras, etc. All the answers will help to determine what size to start with. Unfortunately, 80% of women are wearing the wrong bra size and don't know it.

Each customer has their own special needs and problems with comfort. All women are shaped differently, and all bras are cut differently. One bra that works for one woman, will not work for another. So, it is normal to try on a bunch of bras until you find the right fit, the one you feel comfortable, the one you like.

It is important to check your size regularly. because our bodies changes all of the time. Weight loss or gain, pregnancy, menopause, illness, hormonal shifts, are some of the things that can affect your bra size. It is suggested to get refit about every six months to a year.

It is important for bra fitters to recheck your size and start fresh each time you try on bras, you may be "in between" sizes, some brands will fit differently, and your body may have changed.

Most women should have at least 4 bras in their wardrobe, but ideally you should have seven, one for each day of the week. Never wear the same bra two days in a row. Bras need time to rest in between wears. Always hand-wash and hand-dryer, because your bras will last longer.


Claudia Farias, sales consultant and bra fitting specialist.






Article # 3
By Claudia Farias
Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Understanding the psychology behind lingerie.

It is important to understand the psychology behind lingerie and why women buy it. There is no doubt that they buy lingerie for themselves, because women value their shapes and they are proud of their busts. They want to look and feel beautiful.

Lingerie is so important, it is the foundation of your look, it is not merely pretty underwear, it should be sexy and alluring, even though the lingerie cannot be seen by everyone, the effect and the fit of lingerie can. If a bra does not fit, the entire effect of your outfit will be ruined.

When a woman looks at herself in her profile while wearing a bra, her bust must go up, never down. She looks not only for comfort, but improvement,  enhancing her body figure. The "Wow" effect of using the proper bra fitting allow women to feel more attractive, confident and happy.

A great bra is not only one that looks good on the outside but something you forget you are wearing on the inside; you don't feel the straps, there is no pain, your breasts look round and natural. A bra should provide not only comfort, but should also helps your health.

Women nowadays love the idea of pretty underwear in a vast choice of colors and styles.  Women enjoy the sensuality of just being woman. Taking care of themselves and getting  pleasure from using certain fragrances and body lotions, wearing make up, polishing their nails, using feminine fashion clothes, fine fabrics, ribbons and lace, wearing high heels. In addition, women like to wear sexy lingerie because this helps them to feel more like a woman in every way.

Wearing the right lingerie can make women feel unstoppable and undeniably sexy. All women deserve to look and feel fabulous. That's why it is so important to go to a specialized lingerie store to see a bra fitting professional. At The Enchantress you will find a sales consultant ready to assist you to find your perfect lingerie. The Enchantress is San Diego's best selection of hard to find sizes and offers a variety of intimate apparel, lingerie care and accessories.

Claudia Farias, Sales Consultant and Bra Fitting Specialist. 



Article # 1:   
By Claudia Farias 
Wednesday, June 8,  2011

When buying a special lingerie gift to your wife or girlfriend have this in mind:

Lingerie has its benefits for any woman. Wearing the right lingerie hiding underneath her clothing can make a woman feels unstoppable and undeniably sexy.

Be sure to know what your wife's or girlfriend's tastes are and her size: go through her drawers, take a quick look at her laundry or consider going through a lingerie catalog or magazine with her so you can get some general ideas of her taste, find out her favorite color and what kind of lingerie she likes, for example: plain or lacy, under wire or non under wire bra, panties or thongs. Make sure of her lingerie size looking at the labels in the items she wears often, there is nothing worse than buying lingerie that's too small or too big.

Think about the body parts your wife or girlfriend complains about and the body parts they  like to emphasize. There are different styles of lingerie, talk to a sales consultant at your lingerie store, some specialty boutiques have bra fitting specialists and they are experienced at helping a diversity of customers to find the perfect lingerie for every personality and every body type. As long as you know your wife's or girlfriend's personality, and what they like or do not like, a sales person will do everything to assist you to find the right gift.

Take a note of the lingerie brands and sizes she is buying, each manufacturer sizes differently and each style within the same manufacturer fits differently. Finding  the right lingerie will make your wife or girlfriend  feel gorgeous, sexy, yet comfortable.

Be prepared to spend some time finding your wife or girlfriend the perfect gift. You may have to go to several stores and talk to a few different sales people before you find the special lingerie gift for the special woman in your life.


Claudia Farias,  sales consultant and bra fitting specialist.



Article # 2:
By Claudia Farias
Wednesday, June 8, 2011



There are many benefits of wearing underwear garments.
Let's talk about that: how a woman perceive herself helps her overall self esteem. Increasing self confidence, feeling more attractive, sensual and beautiful also helps to increase her interest in herself and her partner.
Benefits of wearing lingerie:

1) More romance: lingerie is romantic, to look and feel attractive can increase your relationship with your partner and with yourself. Try different types of lingerie, discover your body. From bras to camisoles, from bustiers to corsets, from teddies to baby dolls, from thongs and g-string to panties/knickers, you will definitely find something that is right for you.

2) Looking young: the right fit lingerie can give you a younger and slimmer look. Go for a lingerie that gives you support, is comfortable, pretty and makes you and all your clothes look gorgeous.
Choose lingerie that fits you well and makes you feel and look younger. You'll be amazed at the difference.

3) Appreciating your body type and personality: lingerie works for every body and every personality. Plus sizes, petites, tall women, thin women, older women and everyone else can find the underwear garment to make them look and feel beautiful and special. It is just a matter of finding the right lingerie items to value your body figure.

4) Feeling and looking fabulous all day long:  not only for the bedroom, when going out and wearing your own clothes, the right set of lingerie can bring you all the benefits it offers in the bedroom. Feeling and looking great will give you an extra confidence and happiness in your life.

5) Knowing your body: ask this question - what kind of lingerie would best flatter my body? Lingerie has its benefits for any woman. Wearing the right lingerie hiding underneath your clothing can make you feel unstoppable and undeniably sexy. It is important to know what type of lingerie is the right for you. Lingerie is not merely pretty underwear, it should be sexy and alluring. If you are not sure what is the best lingerie for you,  talk to a bra fitting specialist,  this professional is experienced at helping a diversity of customers to find the perfect lingerie for every personality and every body type. It is what lingerie makes you feel inside expressing yourself while you are wearing it that is important, and that also should be sexy. Because you deserve to feel and look absolutely gorgeous!


Claudia Farias, sales consultant and bra fitting specialist.