Thank you to all who participated in our Genie Bra giveaway!
We loved hearing about your Mothers, Sisters, Cousins, Friends and other Genie-worthy gals!
We congratulate:
Donna P. from California
Melanie T. from Florida
Sue J. from Florida
Janet S. from Maine
Joyce A. from Texas
Each winner will receive two limited edition pink Genie Bras – one for her and one for another gal.
Look for more fabulous Genie giveaways in the near future!
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Every once in a while we get a heart-warming note from one of you that just makes our day! We thought we’d share this one with you all:
Dear Rosa,
I was given your email address by one of your customer service representatives. I have been a breast cancer survivor for 18 years. I had a lumpectomy in my right breast which, subsequently made my right breast smaller than my left breast. For 18 years I have struggled with bras that just did not fit. At times I tried extra padding in the right cup but, they kept slipping. It has been very frustrating to say the least.
I saw the Genie Bra commercial and wanted so badly to place an order; but with the minimum order requirement of 6 bras, being unemployed I couldn’t afford them. Then Walmart started selling them 2 to a package and I was able to buy them. These bras are an absolute blessing for women like me, because for once I have a bra that conforms to my shape and not the other way around! I wanted to send you this email so that maybe my testimony might help another breast cancer survivor who may not be sure of how beautifully they fit!
Genie Bra is definitely a God Send!
Thank you!
Susan M.
Thank you Susan for sharing your testimonial with us!
If you have had a good experience with Genie, let us know! Drop us a comment below.
PS: You still have time to enter to win a free Genie Bra (or two) during our Mother’s Day Giveaway! Click here for the details and to enter!
CONTEST IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED - We will be announcing our winners shortly! Thank you to all who entered.
Genie Bra is celebrating super women everywhere by offering you the chance to win this super special pink Genie Bra!
And that’s not all! You’ll not only win one but you’ll win two! So, grab an extra for your mom, sister, daughter, niece or BFF…
Want more?
Well, there won’t be just one super lady winning this package. There won’t be two…
There will be FIVE lucky winners of this prettily pink prize package!
How to enter?
All you have to do is leave a comment below. Any comment will do, tell me about why you’re super, your mom is super, why you love Genie Bra – anything goes!
Winners will be selected randomly.
Only one entry per person please.
Contest is open now – May 9, 2012
Click here for complete contest rules and restrictions.
From Beyonce to Mariah Carey, many celebrities have fallen victim to fashion faux-pas and wardrobe malfunctions that have left them, uh, over-exposed. For celebrities, as Janet’s Jackson’s “boob heard (or seen) around the world” episode demonstrates that once it’s happened it can’t be undone. Luckily for us it might not make front page news but why suffer the unfortunate embarassment?
How can we avoid our own wardrobe malfunction?
Here are some tips:
1. Plan accordingly. Britney Spears and I have learned the hard way that a flouncy skirt or wrap-dress is tricky. Poor Britney hit tabloids with an unflattering shot when she evidently forgot how to get out of a car in a short skirt (and without underwear!) Even if you can manage to exit your vehicle with grace a good breeze can really undo you. For this reason I always wear matching full-cut underwear or opaque tights under anything that can threaten to create a scene. I would also recommend the return to slips. I know it seems old-fashioned but if you are wearing something wispy, seeing through the fabric not only makes the material look cheap but it gives people a show!
2. Match it up. If you are wearing a dark colored shirt please wear a dark colored bra. It may seem innocent enough at home but suddenly under the bright light or flash from a camera – everyone can peep that white bra under your black tee-shirt! I think the reverse goes without saying. Unless you are an 80′s rockstar try not to layer your black bra under your light-colored tees.
3.The right stuff. If you are wearing a low-cut blouse – use a fashion tape to keep your clothing strategically in place. If you are wearing a strapless dress invest in an appropriate bra and if you are wearing something shear make sure to layer with a cami or your Genie Bra for the right amount of coverage.
What are some of your tips?
Have you ever suffered a wardrobe malfunction?
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We all have those days where we wish we could go back to bed and bring the covers over our head. Instead of accepting that cranky, bad or blah mood, try some of these instant pick-me-ups:
If your bad mood lasts for more than a few days or if it’s more than just feeling a bit blue or grumpy – make sure to see your doctor to discuss.
What do you do to break out a funk?
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I have always had a special love/hate relationship with bathing suit shopping with a big emphasis on the hate part. No matter where I am weight wise, it just isn’t usually a great time for me.
However, after consulting an expert, I learned some tips to make it slightly less hateful and something that could actually be fun:
What do you do to get ready for bathing suit shopping? Do you dread it as much as I do or do you absolutely love it?
If only Genie would make a swimsuit! Sigh…
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Flowers are blooming, trees are budding and the days are longer!
I love this time of year — I’m bursting with energy and happiness.
And now my Genie Bra can match my playful and colorful mood!
Genie Bra just rolled out three new and gorgeous colors to help you “spring into spring!”
The new colors include:
By the way, did you know Genie now also has options of pastels, neutrals and laced trimmed versions? Learn more about them here.
What’s your favorite color in the new collection? I love them all. It’s a hard decision. I think I’m feeling the turquoise today.
Hi Genie Girls!
There’s no reason to blow tons of money on cosmetics or hair care – there are some great affordable finds right at your local drug store!
Here are a few great basics that I’ve discovered:
1. L’Oreal Age Perfect Hydra-Nutrition Golden Balm ($20) I am LOVING this moisturizer. I have very dry skin and this stuff is super hydrating for a fraction of what other ultra moisturizers cost. It doesn’t have a strong scent and you can usually find it on sale at your favorite chain drug store or even at the supermarket! I got it for around $13 because I used a coupon from the Sunday paper while the store was running a sale. However, it’s worth every penny of the $20 it’s listed at and I’ll be a fan for life.
2. Maybelline The Falsies Volum’ Express in Very Black mascara ($6) I’m on my third tube of this stuff since it first came out. It’s not only affordable but it really does make your lashes longer and thicker without the glop. I have tried both the water-proof and regular. I was not a fan of the water-proof and brought it right back. This is another drug store find that’s on-sale often and you can keep an eye out for coupons in the Sunday paper.
3. Schick Intuition Razor ($8) This razor rocks. It’s blade comes with some kind of moisturizing bar surrounding it so you don’t have to use shaving cream, just make sure your skin is wet and the blade is wet and shave away. It makes shaving really easy.
4. Cover Girl and Oil of Olay Simply Ageless Foundation ($13.99) I’ve been using this foundation since it was introduced. It’s creamy formula works well with dry-skin like mine and it’s got SPF 22 in it. I like the coverage of this make-up a lot and it doesn’t cake in fine lines.
5. Suave Professionals dry shampoo ($3) If you’re running late or trying to make a blow-out last an extra day then definitely check out this dry shampoo. Not only does it work to freshen up your hair but it smells awesome – a very light citrus-y, lemon scent. I discovered this product after being in a smokey casino, my friend brought it along for our girls over-night trip. My hair absorbed all that smelly smoke and once in our room my friend loaned me the product to try. Wow. Took that smokey smell right out of my hair in ten seconds and I’ve been a fan every since.
What are some of your favorite drug store beauty finds?
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Maybe you’re like me, a mommy who is knocking down the door of middle-age-hood. Or maybe you’re younger than me and have put on a little weight or you’re older and a busy life has knocked feelings of being sexy right out of you.
Whatever stage of life we are at, we deserve to feel sexy!
“Sexy” is a state of mind and means different things for different people.
Sexy to me means feeling comfortable in my own skin, feeling good in my clothing and valuing myself as a woman. Sexy gives me confidence and a pep in my step.
Sexy has nothing to do with what other people think of me. It’s what I think of me.
Having a messy toddler, a body that is aging and a stressful and busy lifestyle has a way of shooing my sexy right out the window. If not paying attention, it’s easy to lose it all together.
Here’s what I do to keep “bringing sexy back”:
Music. Nothing makes me feel better than music and moving. Whether I’m exercising to music or dancing around my living room for fun – a great song and a little sweat gets me reconnected to my body and feeling good. Have a dance partner? Lucky you, get moving! If you have mobility issues, put on a good song and tap, snap and clap along! Or close your eyes and listen to nostalgic ballads.
Day of beauty. Or an hour or twenty minutes. Even a few minutes to take some time to make yourself feel pretty pays off in big mood-boosting ways. A fresh coat of nail polish, that hair cut you keep meaning to get, a new tube of lip gloss from the drug store, all these mini treats help you to feel sexy.
Lost in fantasy. Grab a cheesy romance novel, put on your favorite old-school romantic comedy flick or even recall some of your own memories. Think about the times you’ve felt best in your life and pretend that you are in those shoes again. Maybe you’ll recall your first crush (mine was Ralph Macchio in Karate Kid!) or your first dance with a boy at a school dance.
Dress for success. If you’re like me, you might spend too much time in “lounge wear” (a.k.a. sweats and tee shirts). No matter what your size or age, have one or two outfits that make you feel dynamite every time you put it on. Maybe its a fancy cocktail dress or sleek pants but when you feel your sexy slipping away, slip on the outfit even if it’s just to hang out in your house for a little bit. You’ll remember how good it feels to feel sexy!
Genie girls, tell me what you do to keep feeling sexy?
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If you’re ready to pack your winter wear away and get ready for spring, you are not alone! While here in the East we’ve enjoyed a mild winter, I’m still thrilled about the idea of longer days and warmer afternoons.
As you begin to say goodbye to wool hats, cozy gloves and heavy coats, here are a few things that you can still incorporate into your springtime wardrobe:
1. Opaque tights. Tights are a great way to wear those pretty spring dresses and skirts that are popping up in all the stores now. It’s not necessary to bare those legs if there is still a chill in the air or you’re feeling less than ready to show all that skin! Don’t be afraid to experiment with color – try to stick with the basic black only when you are wearing black. A department store like Macy’s has tons of options to choose from!
2. Light scarves. Scarves aren’t only functional for keeping you cozy on cool spring nights or dewey mornings, they are also the perfect way to dress up and accent your outfits. Find a few stylish ones from Kohl’s.
3. Boots. April showers bring May flowers so don’t put away those boots yet! A knee high riding boot over your jeans or worn with your new spring dress is practical and chic. A rain boot like this one from JCPenney is particularly cute and affordable!
4. Sweaters. I would pack away the bulky turtlenecks but cardigans and lighter sweaters are a nice way to layer for spring’s unpredictable weather. Wear a light blouse underneath and throw the sweater around your neck when temperatures heat up. There are some great sales on sweaters at Sears right now.
Of-course remember to “spring into spring” with your Genie Bra which is simply perfect year ’round!
What are some winter fashions that you’ll be heading into spring with?
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