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16 - The Oakville Beaver, Friday August 17, 2007 www.oakvillebeaver.com What should you know about bra fittings? And do you need one? Many women think that bras can only be divided into two categories; sexy and lacy, or plain every day. Many also believe that wearing a bra and being uncomfortable is a normal part of their feminine life. Only 25 per cent of women are wearing the right bra size, which means that 75 per cent of the general population of women do not know how to find a comfortable bra in the correct size or where to find it. GoodNight GoodMorning Fine Lingerie Boutique is a great place to get fitted for the perfect bra. They have experienced and professional bra fitters and offer an extensive selection of styles and sizes from petite to full figure. Anya, owner of GoodNight GoodMorning Fine Lingerie Boutique, is an honour graduate from a fashion design program at Sheridan College and the bra fitters have both Canadian and European experience. Ana Maria, her assistant bra-fitting expert has more than 20 years experience. When asked about bra fittings, Anya explains that many customers coming for a bra fitting for the first time are expecting an uncomfortable experience. "They might be expecting that they have to stand naked in front of the fitter to be measured," says Anya. "This is not true. When a woman comes for a bra fitting, she is measured with her bra and T-shirt on to find her size. The experience is comfortable and professional." Anya explains that the bra fitter will wait outside of the fitting room for the customer to change into the right sized bra. The bra fitter will then come into the fitting room to do all the needed adjustments and to see if the bra fits correctly, and if the style is the right one. "Some women do not realize that being short, or very tall or fuller figured can create problems in finding a comfortable bra," says Anya. "For example, short ladies will very often have a problem with wire digging under their arms or perhaps the straps being too long. Tall ladies may find the straps are too short, and fullerfigured ladies may find they are always overflowing in their bras." The next step of the bra fitting is finding the right style of bra. Every woman should have at least three everyday bras in her wardrobe in nude, ivory and black, a good sports bra if required, and an elegant bra for the evening. "A good bra should be comfortable, but also feminine and pretty," explains Anya. The Bra industry is creating more modern, light and breathable fabrics such as the 3D spacer cup, a new invention, which is called a healthy bra because the fabric is breathable and lets moisture through, an excellent invention for hot summer days or for women experiencing hot flashes. Another great option are the new T-shirt bras, which are made from micro fibers or new spacer fabric that is becoming the favourite of many. More and more fashion experts are saying that women are choosing to wear lingerie as a part of their everyday dressing, not only as a part of seduction, and they want their underclothes to be comfortable and elegant. When asked how often women should have a bra fitting, Anya explained that in her store, customers are fitted each time when they come in to get their bras, since bra size could change as we change through life. GoodNight GoodMorning is located in Oakville at 100 Bronte Rd, #3 and they carry sizes from 30 to 52 in cups A to JJ. You can find more information about the store at www.goodnightgoodmorning.ca Thank You for Nominating us Best Lingerie Store & Best Customer Service in Oakville! DAVID LEA / OAKVILLE BEAVER CAUGHT ON VIDEO: This still shot from video surveillance camera at Computer Edge shows the suspect breaking into the store. BRA FITTING EXPERT PETITE TO FULL FIGURE AA TO JJ Computer store robbed again By David Lea OAKVILLE BEAVER STAFF SUMME R & SPRIN G COLLECTIONfS Bras & Swimwear 20-75% of Swimwear A-F Cups 100 Bronte Road, Unit #3, Oakville 905-847-1512 South of Lakeshore Road www.goodnightgoodmorning.ca An Oakville businessman is learning the meaning of the phrase, `insult to injury,' after his computer store was robbed for the second time in less than three weeks. Ken Devreese, owner of the Computer Edge in the Trafalgar Ridge Plaza, was still dealing with the effects of a July 25 robbery in which thieves backed a truck into his storefront before making off with about $12,000 worth of computer equipment. The last thing he needed was another robbery, but that is what he got. "I'm getting fed up," said Devreese. "What do I have to do, sleep here every night?" Like the first time, the experience for Devreese began with a phone call from the alarm company in the middle of the night, this time Tuesday at 11:30 p.m., notifying him that motion in his store had triggered the alarm. Upon arriving at the store he found that not only was the alarm genuine, but the thief had used the damage done by the first robbery to pull off the second. "One of the wooden panels was unscrewed and laying down flat," said Devreese gesturing to wooden boards that are serving as his storefront until his insurance company comes to the rescue with repairs. "The construction company came and put up another couple sheets of plywood. Hopefully that will deter someone in the future." A security camera, set up by Devreese since the first robbery, captured a blackhooded figure running in, grabbing a computer and running out, all in about seven seconds. Devreese has posted this surveillance video on the popular video sharing website YouTube in hopes someone might recognize the thief. Devreese says the computer the thief got away with is valued at $500. Halton police do not believe this robbery was connected to the first and are taking measures to prevent future breakins. "The officers that work that particular area are well aware of the problem there and they are patrolling regularly," said Detective Dale Stanton. The investigation into the first robbery is also proceeding with police noting that leads are being followed. Back at the Computer Edge, Devreese has his own ideas about who committed this latest crime, believing his store was cased the morning before the robbery. "These guys, who we have video of, all they did was ask about that computer the whole time they were here, which was for like 20 minutes," he said. The fact that particular brand of computer had only been delivered to the store that very day only serves to strengthen Devreese's belief that he knows his tormentor's faces. "It came in yesterday, they came in and looked at it and when the thief came in he went straight for it and left. He knew exactly what he came for." Like last time, it's business as usual at the Computer Edge with the, now even more appropriately named, Doorcrasher Sale continuing throughout August. Despite being able to make fun of his recent misfortune in such a way, Devreese admits the thefts have taken a toll on his business. "It gets disheartening because the first time you think, `Okay this is the first time in 10 years,' but I think this last one has to do with the way the store is all boarded up," he said. "It's killing my business, too, because a lot of people think we're closed, and being back to school season, this is usually our busiest time of year. Business is down about 30 or 40 per cent." The thief caught by the Computer Edge's security camera is described as male, in his late teens, about five-feet fiveinches tall and slim. He was wearing a dark hoody at the time of the break in. Anyone with information is asked to call Halton Police at 905 825-4747 ext. 2215 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS (8477). Anyone wishing to see the Computer Edge's surveillance footage can go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t5xj8 VwhgE. The Computer Edge is open MondaySaturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.