Cami Love

For The Love Of The Cami

I feel I must write about the star garment in my post surgery wardrobe after I met a customer last week who was upset that her favourite chiffon blouse was going to be consigned to the charity shop.

I can’t begin to tell you how much I love a cami; they are truly magical especially when it comes to summer dressing. Got a wrap over top or dress that is too low or gapes; solution- the humble cami. That low cut neckline on a pretty tea dress, answer; don a cami. Love the sheer tops and blouses in the shops, wear the right cami and they work a treat.

Or why not wear two cami’s together, one for coverage underneath and a skimpier or V-neck one to add interest in another colour over the top. Go for bright colours and get the colour block look that is so current this summer.

I have a whole rainbow of camis but they all have one thing in common, a straight neckline. A V shaped plunging neckline is never going to work (unless of course your working the two cami look), so seek out camis with a more straight across neckline that is not too low. It is always a good idea to try them with your mastectomy bra before you buy, but remember under a dress or top you can get away with a cami that doesn’t quite cover the top of the bra as only the centre portion of the cami will be on show.

Another customer wears her cami back to front as often the back is higher than the front, never thought of that!

A cami is truly a remarkable inexpensive addition to your wardrobe, you can buy two packs at lots of high street retailers as well as pretty ones from designer brands and of course at post surgery clothing companies you can buy pocketed camis. I’m always looking out for vintage styles especially as these often have higher necklines and gorgeous lace.  Look out for cotton/lycra ones to ensure they keep a good shape or why not treat yourself to a luxurious silk one that will look stunning under a chiffon top.

Such a versatile little number with so many possibilities.

Do you have any miracle garments that you wouldn’t be with out that we should all know about? Please let us all in on the secret.