Friday, March 12, 2010

Of Men & Underwears

Last weekend an extremely random thought came into my head. The more I kept thinking about it the more sense it kept making and I couldn’t wait to share it with all of you. So here goes…

A good husband is like a good bra.     

That’s it! That is the brilliant random idea that flashed in my mind like a neon sign last Sunday.  Don’t think its true?  Think I’ve lost it completely? Don’t know what to think of it?… Read on to learn more about this yet another obscure analogy of mine.

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1. Fitting Is Everything: A good bra is meant to accentuate a woman’s assets and hide her flaws (even though we’re flawless, most of the time at least). Similarly, a good husband is one who highlights his wife’s talents and conceals her shortcomings.  A good bra displays a woman’s well rounded curves, just like a good husband who can’t stop praising his wife’s well rounded personality (or bottom for that matter).

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2. The Comfort Factor: A good bra is one that doesn’t restrict movement, is comfortable to wear and leaves room for growth. Similarly a good husband is one that supports his wife and encourages her to grow as a person without any restrictions.  Also, ever notice  how a good bra does not require constant adjusting of its straps? Likewise, a good husband too loves his wife for who she is without demanding her to make too many adjustments in her life post marriage.

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3. The “Feel Good” Factor:  That elated feeling us ladies get when we finally manage to find the perfect bra, is kind of similar to the euphoric feeling we get when we finally know that he is the one. Also, wearing a pretty bra makes us feel feminine and lifts us up (pun intended of course). Similarly, a good husband also makes his wife feel attractive and uplifts her spirits every time she’s down.

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4. Different Strokes For Different Folks: There can never be one “right” bra or husband to cater to all of  woman kind. It is essential to recognize that different women have different needs when it comes to bras and hubbies. For example, a younger girl might want  a cheap bra with diamante studded straps that looks good on a night out  just like how she’d want a dishy looking man as her arm candy for a few fun dates. ‘Long lasting’ might be the last thing on her mind while picking both her bra or man.  However, a more mature woman would want a fuss-free and a comfortable bra that sees her through a busy day just like how she’d want to be with a reliable man who sticks by her side through thick and thin. And even though it may be difficult for us women to put into words just what kind of a bra or a man we’re looking for…in our heart of hearts we know what we’re after and do not settle for anything short of it.

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5. Easier Said Than Done: In matters of bras and husbands, it is way too difficult to identify and find ‘the one’. It can take quite a few trials and errors before one finds the perfect bra or the perfect man. Also, whilst most stores allow you to exchange your purchases, they tend to be strict when it comes to exchanging lingerie. Bras like husbands are intimate choices and it isn’t easy to swap either of them for something else once they’ve been chosen.  Therefore,  it is of utmost importance that we take our time, identify our needs, list out our options and choose wisely.

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Every time I manage to find the perfect bra, I make sure to stock up on a couple of them just in case the brand discontinues its production. And, while I certainly wouldn’t recommend investing/stocking up on a couple of good husbands, I would definitely advise holding on *tightly* to your man once you’ve found your perfect fit.

– To my darling husband Bhavin, on our 1st Wedding Anniversary today,  I thank you for being my perfect bra! xo.

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p.s : I love you.

67 comments:

Tamanna A. Shaikh said...

haha this is such a humorously witty one! :) Random thoughts keep flashing across my mind too...just wish there was some way to jot down all those witty quotes as soon as they emerge!

A very happy wedding anniversary to Bhavin and you! God bless you guys! have a fabulous day! :) xoxox

Unknown said...

very funny! but the truth is that it's much easier to find a good bra!
xoxo alison

WhiteSockGirl aka The Fabulous Bitch said...

Brilliant! Love it,...

but I have to agree with Mademoiselle,.. easier to find that perfect bra!

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quixotic.knight said...

ok, i think this is too feminist a post ......lol...jokes apart.. his is b far the most witty stuff ive come across in a really long time persis !!! my second fave after the "french leave " post :P

A very happy wedding anniversary to Bhavin and you persis! God bless you guys!

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Anonymous said...

hilarious is not juz the word ..Persis !.. enjoyed reading it!.. so shd we say the B factor is as important as H factor ..to make a woman happy !.. I'm sure it is!

Anonymous said...

Very cute! Happy Anniversary!

Glam Girl said...

Congratulation for your aniversary! I love that quote about a good husdang like a good bra!

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Anonymous said...

this was really fun to read! i have to agree, finding the right bra is amazing! at first, i used to buy primark ones just cos i could afford them, but they were really awfully fitted and very uncomfortable so i switched to topshop sale bras and they are really amazing!

congrats on your anniversarg ;D

Writing Without Periods! said...

Some times you have to take what you can find on sale. Then you find out he/it is better than the expensive one.
Mary

amstervrouwtje said...

Haha great writing and lovely pictures.
kisses

lila halvorsen said...

soo great! i laughed many times. your blod has such a nice and funny design!

hugs

lila halvorsen said...

blog* hihi

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Kare said...

Fantastic post! So true, I just love it. Happy Anniversary. Thanks for stopping by & leaving a comment. It's very nice to meet you!

Kare

Silvia C said...

Persis,
I know that people comment that they are happy they find someone's blog. But in this case, I REALLY am happy to have found yours. Not only because I had tons of fun reading the good husband good bra comparison, but because you seem to write from your heart. I am so glad you brought up World vision. I will be checking it out. That little boy you are sponsoring is just darling. You are a wonderful soul. I am placing your other site's button on my blog. I'll be back often.

Anonymous said...

love last photo: The notebook (and the film is adorable!!)

xoxo
mycherrygum.blogspot.com

Crystal Escobar said...

haha, that is so cute! I love that analogy :) So true, so true. I got myself the perfect bra as well.

Liesl said...

What a unique blog and fun post...love it, Persis!

Liesl :)

Suruchi said...

Awwww...so cute...
I hope your bra...your darling husband clings to you forever for that perfect support...;-)
Congratulations n best wishes:-)

Camille said...

haha love this!!!!! :) so cute:!!

Anonymous said...

Hooray for love!!
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Lola Sharp said...

Please, finding a good man is WAY easier than finding a well fitting, pretty, comfortable bra. True that.

Fun post!

~Lola

lauren carney said...

bahahah omg that boyfriend list honestly made my day. I had a merry chuckle to myself.
thank-you for sharing that with me!
your blog is wonderful too btw!
i love the vintagey wall paper!
divine! x

its simple love said...

You are clever! Congrats on your anniversary! New follower!

Rachael

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Tanvi said...

Haha! That was a witty read :o) Comparing my husband to a bra ... Hmmm! I am sure he will approve :P

Blair McLeod said...

too cute!! love this post!

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Anonymous said...

Your blog is so much fun! Your personality really shines through. :)

Amanda @ Life with A.Co said...

Well said!... er... written!

I agree!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!!

A.Co @ A.Co est. 1984

kristiyana shinta said...

great capture :)
love to be here :)

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Amy Jessica said...

OMG! So true!!
Love this post :)
and i love your blog now following

Amy Jessica
x

Anonymous said...

genius analogy!
i think this is genuinely the best blog i have ever read!
and it's so beautiful, where did you get yourt layout from?

Ellen
xxx

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Duck said...

Ahah what a lovely compliment for your husband! Hahaha. Oh dear, though, being a gay man, I wonder what the similar analogy for me is... A good husband is like a good... jockstrap? Ew..

xx
Duck
http://anastasia-duck.blogspot.com

S and O said...

love the imagery you used for this post :)

if I were that girl in the fourth picture with that super cute outfit and yellow shorts...I would probably be jumping for joy too :)

Awais said...

awesome blog :)




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Karena said...

I love this, really made me smile!! LOve your site as well.

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Artpixie said...

i love this <33

i love your blog
keep up the great posts

xox

Unknown said...

Hahaha this is so funny and true!
I didn't stop smiling till the end!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

micol zanzuri said...

love this potos

Teresa said...

Awww... that last photo reminds me I need to rewatch The Notebook. Such a sweet movie...

invasionista

Chelsea said...

a good husband is like a good bra.

i like it.

BonBon Rose Girls Kristin said...

You are absolutely right. They both can support you like nothing else. Happy anniversary!

C'est La Vie said...

haha this post cracks me up, SO TRUE

and i love that Disney's Desperate Housewife comic, oh it cracked me up :)

xoxo
sara

Deepali Kalia Interior Design Blog Filling Spaces said...

This is so funny...you made me think what needs to be changed the bra or the husband..lol!

Ismene said...

Ilove the pic of the jumping girl!
xoxo

La Dolfina said...

Absolutely brilliant and totally true. I can attest to this as my 28th Wedding Anniversary is June 19th. Your brilliant random idea is right on the money. I'm so glad you found my blog and brought me over here. I love it and you :)
xo
Your newest follower

Unknown said...

Absolutely true. Every. Single. Word.!!

Fashion Cappuccino said...

You're so luck to have found your perfect fit!! I love this post because it's so true!! It's so funny to read that plus and minus of what you're looking for because I used to make that kind of lists all the time! xxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

Anonymous said...

It's cool you found the perfect size! I'd a problem when I went to USA because there are different sizes than europe! haha

btw, happy wedding anniversary to Bhavin and you! and I love the film "the notebook" is one of my favs! :P

xoxo
mycherrygum.com

Cashon&Co said...

i'm so glad you came by my blog the other day and left a comment. It is so good to discover /meet you. your blog is awesome! I had to comment on this one before i moved on to the next post though because I thought it was so unique and witty and true!
yes, when you're young you want the gorgeous sexy bra... it might be a little uncomfortable but it looks good. When you're older, you go for what works best : it has to be cotton, comfortable and bring out your best "assets." The exact same goes for men, right? The Younger You: the men you pick look good but hurt you... Older and Wiser You: You find a man that has more than good looks, he lasts and makes you feel good. I think you said it better than me!!! you made a good analogy! off to go read more!

Kellie Collis said...

Very funny! Have a gorgeous weekend! x

OneCraftyFox said...

This is too much, I luv it!! So adorable and funny. Thanks for the best possible start to my day :)

S and O said...

Thanks for your sweet comment dear!! :)
xoxo
Olivia

perfectionishuman said...

hahahaha well said! x

Kerry said...

Now that was a post worth following!

Draffin Bears said...

It was great to discover your blog and many thanks for visiting mine.
Congratulations & Happy wedding Anniversary.
This post is a lot of fun and I liked the photos you shared. Yes, it will be fun to follow you.

Hugs
Carolyn

Laura said...

Nice blog, I diascover it now...

Anonymous said...

haha i can see how that works, but i'm more concerned with underwear than husbands right now :) btw i really like that first picture

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Sara Lee Bentley said...

I was smiling all through this :)Congrats to you and your husband!
Thanks for your sweet comment! I'm following you too :)

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Carly said...

love this post ! great job.
love FASHIONPROJECT. x

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Connie @ SogniESorrisi said...

Happy Anniversary!! I think you might be on to something here...

Ingrid said...

hullo! thanks so much for the comment on my blog!

i can tell you've thought long and hard about this ~ and you're so right! i love your analogies; they're so perfect. and, though i'm late, i hope you had a wonderful anniversary and wish you many more decades of happiness.

S. Susan Deborah said...

Loved the analogy and if you are one of those who tries bras after bras to get the exact fit, then you are like me.

Ah, the time I have changing bra after bra. Unfortunately one cannot try husbands after husbands till the right one comes by! Good bras are relatively easy to come by than husbands, I reckon. What say? Bras can be discarded too!

Ah, I can go on and on. The topic is such. Thanks for this brilliantly witty read.

Joy always,
Susan