First up is an enlightening article in Slate about harnessing the untapped power of boob movement. Second, the story of a woman whose sports bra saved her life when she was stranded in the Bavarian Alps. Happy boob-related reading!
Check out Elisabeth Squires, the Boob Lady, in this uplifting documentary about breasts!
A fun, witty, and thoughtful short film, The Girls goes behind the bras of six women as they talk about their personal relationships with their breasts as well as the social constrictions and “letting loose” of breasts in modern society. A film for anyone who has had, desired, been confused by, or wanted to get rid of “the girls.” Broadway Performance Hall, June 12th, 6:00pm, Free Admission.
Interesting article on the rising incidence of gynecomastia (or mOObs) in the UK. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, male breast reduction procedures were up 7% in 2007.
It’s Tuesday, I’m bored, and the Urban Pixie sent me this great little link. Go ahead, get random and name your girls. (Mine were Mork and Mindy.)
From the Library Journal:
Boobs: a Guide to Your Girls. This is the book about breast health that your best girlfriend wrote. Squires , the self-described “boob-lady” and mind behind www.booksonboobs.com, offers readers a breezy “mammoir” covering breast lore, choosing a bra that actually fits, and breast health. It has less medical detail than Dr. Susan Love’s Breast Book, but it includes a “boobliography,” current information about breast disease and cosmetic procedures, and a format and style that will appeal to young readers.
Today’s news story about a woman asked to remove her nipple rings before boarding an airplane — but not the jewelry adorning her navel — is made even more ridiculous by this accompanying photo. The offended boob owner re-enacted her ordeal on a mannequin dressed in an under wire bra. (It was unclear whether the artificial torso sported her own set of nips or not.)
Check out Elisabeth Squires, the Boob Lady, on the Tyra Banks Show’s guide to “your girls,” Thursday, February 21st. Visit her website for local listings and a sneak peek at the show!
Complete Woman’s February/March issue features an excerpt from bOObs: A Guide to Your Girls on how to find the perfect bra fit for your breasts. To further boost your bosom, enter to win their bOObs book giveaway contest. Check it out on newsstands today.