Have you ever missed a catch and had a softball practically knock you unconscious when it hit you in the breast? Or been hit in the boob by an elbow playing basketball? Or had a tennis ball hit your chest at top speed? We’re wincing just thinking about it. Ladies, protect your goods just like a man with a Turtle-Shells bra.

The Turtle-Shells bra is a sports bra with removable, protective cups that fit in the bra’s sewn-in pockets. The Turtle-Shells bra provides women’s breasts with comfort and protection. Like a man’s cup, it’s padded and shock absorbent. The design protects women athletes who play basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball, football, boxing, martial arts, fencing, paintball, kickboxing and more! The sports bra is $27.99 and under and comes in sizes extra small to 4X. Choose from pink, black, white, red and blue. The cups are sold in pairs at $9.99 (seems logical, but the company website made a point to mention that fact more than once).

The sports bra is made with cotton, polyester and lycra, giving it a soft, comfortable fit. Made from polyethylene plastic, the cups have small holes that allow for moisture evaporation. Like other sports equipment, the cup doesn’t come in contact with the body, just the sports bra.

Play hard without the worry of injury by giving your breasts a protective shell!

Seventeen magazine said, “The bra works wonders, not by creating cleavage but by helping girls gain the confidence to compete more aggressively in sports … This chest saver will soon be in the gym bag of serious female athletes everywhere.”

We’re willing to bet these shells will also fit perfectly inside a CupCase. So, don’t forget to grab a CupCase for your gym bag, as well. The CupCase can be used to stash your regular bra while you’re wearing the Turtle-Shells at softball practice. And after the game, you can change into your regular clothes and put your Turtle-Shells in your CupCase. Now that’s a homerun!

As far back as the third century, Roman women bandaged themselves in fabric to restrict breast movement. Then there was the corset until World War I set us free because the 28,000 tons of metal used to make these devices were needed for war ships (see, something good can come out of a bad situation). By the 1930s, the bra had actual cup sizes, then hook-eye closures and finally, the Wonder bra.

What’s next? Well, here are a few bras CupCase is pretty sure you don’t have in your lingerie chest … yet!

The Joey Bra is more than a carrying case for “the girls.” Dragging around a purse can be inconvenient when at the gym, at a party or dancing the night away. Problem solved. Simply tuck your lip gloss, cell phone, car key, and maybe even an extra pair of dancing shoes, in the side pocket built in under your arm. This is genius for those of us that want to leave our purse at home and need somewhere to carry these important items. At $29.99 the Joey bra comes in small, medium and large.

Summer weather is hot and to cool off there’s nothing like a glass of ice cold lemonade, a dip in the pool or the “Super Cool Bra”. Triumph, a Japanese company that is acutely aware of its country’s need to conserve power when the temperature rises, has designed this bra that includes two gel icepacks. The icepacks, which the makers claim stay soft and comfortable when frozen, are tucked into each cup to keep you cool. The design is less than typical as each cup looks like a fish bowl. But wouldn’t you rather wear a bra that looks like a fishbowl and stay super cool, than … Well, nevermind. Don’t answer that.

Caught in a national disaster? You’d better hope you’re wearing the fire engine red Emergency bra. At the first sign of contaminated air, take off your Emergency bra, separate the cups and put one over your face using the back strap to hold it in place. For $29.95 you get one cup, and your unprepared friend can have the other.  Elena Bodnar did have a legitimate motive in mind when designing this bra. “You have to be prepared all the time, at any place, at any moment, and practically every woman wears a bra,” Bodnar explains.

CupCase wants to know. Would you consider wearing any of these (dare we say “crazy”) bras? Let us know!

Planning a vacation? There are countless destinations to choose from, so before you book your flight, be sure you are planning your perfect vacation.

Find out what kind of traveler you are by taking the Travel Personality Quiz. This quick quiz determines if you are a “Venture” or an “Authentic” traveler – or somewhere in between! It even makes suggestions for where you should travel based upon your travel personality.

With our summer plans still up in the air, we were intrigued! All we had to do was respond to statements with an answer ranging from “strongly disagree” to “strongly agree.”

Some of the questions included: “I prefer to go to undiscovered places before big hotels and restaurants are built.” That was an easy one. We strongly disagree, so we were probably eliminated from any Lewis and Clark category.

Next, “Chance has little to do with the successes I’ve had in my life.” Answer: Strongly agree. To us, chance means accident. We’d like to believe we’ve been successful because we’ve worked hard for it. Does this mean we’re not a “fly by the seat of my pants” traveler? We can live with that.

Yet another question: “Are you more intellectually curious than most?” We’re not sure if we over thought this one, but our answer was “Agree.” J

After answering several other questions, the website calculated our results and determined our travel personality leans toward “Venturer.” This means we’re open to new destinations while preferring a “modest selection of good hotels and some quality commercial development.”

The results also revealed that our souvenir choices are the things that are authentic to the area. It suggested we travel to Alaska, Maine and Brazil. Now it’s your turn. Take the quiz and get to planning your perfect vacation!

What could breasts that need to be enhanced and chicken parmesan possibly have in common? They both need chicken cutlets, of course.

Miss Oops Chicken Cutlets are silicon inserts that give your boobs a nonsurgical boost. And not just a little boost – these miracle workers add an entire cup size. The cutlet is placed inside any size bra (best in sizes A to DD!) and can be worn under any garment. They fit just below the breasts for immediate cleavage and the cutlet’s curved shape allows the insert to fit snuggly so it looks natural.

It’s no mystery why these miracle inserts were named for raw poultry. They look exactly like what your butcher sells. There’s nothing sexy about their look outside of your bra, but it’s a different story when they’re in!  The cutlets are washable and can be worn over and over so the $29.95 price is a bargain. Chicken Cutlets come with a plastic travel case to ensure their safety at home and away. We bet they’d fit perfectly inside a CupCase, too!

Actress and Oscar winner Charlize Theron disclosed her use of Chicken Cutlets in an interview with W magazine. The 36-year-old South African star said that she, like many other women, relies on the inserts for enhancing her cleavage. They were also spotted in the car of actress Emma Roberts as well.

Miss Oops specializes in all beauty problems. In addition to helping us put our best breast forward, she covers our cracks, minimizes our muffin tops, and even has products for moms-to-be and nursing mothers.

What do you think about Chicken Cutlets? Love ‘em or hate ‘em?

You’ve been asked out for a first date and the possibility of a new relationship is always very exciting. This could be the day you tell your grandchildren about! First impressions matter, so before you’re standing in your closet, panicked, let’s talk about the outfit. We have a few suggestions for what NOT to do:

1.) Don’t under dress. It’s always better to be a little overdressed. A cute dress with boots in the winter, or sandals in the summer, is always safe. Or even your favorite dark jeans and a dressy top. Both are perfect for cocktails, a movie or for a nice restaurant.

2.) Don’t dress too sexy. A little sexy feels good, but you don’t want him thinking he’s getting lucky before you get out of the door! No need to wear a burka, but please keep things modest. We say skip showing your bra this time out; rather, fitted jeans, body skimming dresses or flattering blouses are perfect. Tube tops, low-cut neck lines, mini-skirts and daisy dukes need to stay in the closet.

3.) Don’t wear something you aren’t comfortable in. Confidence is a very attractive quality. Don’t blow it by trading in your wedges for trendy over-the-knee boots. You may not be able to pull it off and you’ll feel silly and uncomfortable.

4.) Don’t forget the undergarments. Panty lines and transparent dresses are huge mistakes. You want to look composed, and again, confident. Tugging at a bra strap and pulling underwear from your fanny is distracting for you and him!

5.) Don’t be someone you aren’t. He asked you out because he wants to get to know you. Wear an outfit you know looks good so it’s easier for you to relax and have fun. After all, this date could go down in history!

Have any other suggestions for what NOT to wear on a first date? Let CupCase know!

The wait is almost over. Summer is just weeks away and the beach is calling your name. For those trips to the sandy shore, make sure you have the perfect beach bag.

Scout bags are beyond functional and attractive.  The bags are made from a durable polywoven fabric and are water-resistant. Patterns like Flashback Paisley, Starstruck and Barbara Stripesand make it almost impossible to decide on just one.  The Original Dean-O is perfect for all those beach necessities. And the Pocket Rocket is genius! This bag has six outer pockets for easy access to water, sunscreen sunglasses and flip flops. If you’re packing for a family, the Four Boys bag is a whopping 24 inches wide, 19 inches high and 12 inches deep. From a picnic lunch to sand toys, this bag will get it all there. Bags range from $35 to $52.

In Portland, Maine, old sails are given a second chance at life as fashionable beach bags. Sea Bags makes water resistant, sturdy bags that feature white, rope handles. There are many bold geometric prints to choose from and most bags come in medium or large sizes. Sea Bags also invites you to be your own designer, and for $155 you can build your own bag. These recycled bags start at $130 for smaller styles and go up to $185.

For you super chic beach bums, check out Kate Spade’s High Falls-Sydney tote. The vinyl material, beautiful colors and gold toned hardware make this bag versatile enough for every stop on your next vacation. A bag this classy is worth the $318 splurge!

And don’t forget, our very own CupCase is the perfect tote for carrying your swimsuits, hair ties and jewelry to the beach – inside your new beach bag, of course!

When was the last time you went to the doctor for a health screening? Six months? One year? Three years or more? Girl, it’s time to make that appointment!

National Women’s Health Week is coming up May 13-19, a weeklong health observance coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health. During this week, the 10^th annual National Women’s Checkup Day will be May 14, a day dedicated to encouraging women to visit their health care professionals to receive or schedule checkups, and to promote regular checkups as vital to the early detection of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, mental health illnesses, sexually transmitted infections and other conditions.

What kind of screenings should you get? Here is a general guideline, but please check with your healthcare provider!

During this week, in addition to scheduling your screenings, organizers also want you to focus on:

• Getting active.
• Eating healthy.
• Paying attention to mental health, including getting enough sleep and managing stress.
• Avoiding unhealthy behaviors, such as smoking and not wearing a seatbelt or bicycle helmet.

A lot of events are going on around the country during National Women’s Health Week, including plenty of free screenings and fun get-togethers. Click here to find events close to your city or town.

We’re taking the pledge to schedule our health screenings this month. Will you??

We’re VERY excited about the newest addition to our family, the Red Hot CupCase. It’s too hot to handle! Red Hot joins our already amazing lineup of Pretty Purple, Hot Pink, Little Black Dress, Charming Cheetah and Spot on Leopard.

Red is known as a warm color and is often worn by extroverts. In China, red is a very celebrated color. Brides wear red and front doors are painted red. In China, red also is the color of prosperity and joy. Around the world, red roses symbolize passionate love, life and vitality. Did you know red is the color for Tuesday? And that ruby rings should only be worn on the left hand?

We knew red was fabulous, but it’s also fun to know it means so much more. In addition to our new Red Hot CupCase, what else do we love that’s red? Red lingerie, Adele’s red lips, a beautiful red tie-dye tank dress. Check out our pins on CupCase’s Pinterest page!

And don’t forget to place your order now for a beautiful Red Hot CupCase. It not only provides safe storage for your bras, it also holds hair ties and jewelry and it can double as a stylish handbag for a night on the town!

According to the results from a quiz in Seventeen magazine, a few of us should wear a “Diva Bra.” Apparently, if you wear a Diva Bra, “You have a lot of oomph and you know it. Part of what gives you that kick is your glam underclothes. You’re bold and beautiful, so anything padded, pinched and pleather looks great in your book.” At least that’s what the quiz results said!

The quiz was quick and painless and it took us back to the days where we answered all kinds of questions to receive “official guidance” on: What type of guy should we date? How do we tell if the guy we like likes us? What is our college personality?

Here’s a sample of the questions on the What’s Your Bra Personality quiz:

1. On your birthday, your sweetie surprised you with the best gift ever! What was it?

a. A candlelit gourmet dinner out.

b. A first edition of your fave book.

c. Courtside seats at the NCAA tourney!

d. A box of chocolates and jewelry! (our pick!)

2. Your crush was selected to be your chemistry lab partner! You get him to notice you by:

a. Batting your eyelashes at him.

b. Telling him he should ask you out.

c. Challenging him to a thumb war.

d. Impressing him with your smarts. (our pick!)

If you’re intrigued and want to know your bra personality, go ahead and take the quiz. And if you wind up taking another one, like Who’s Your Celeb Prom Date? or Which Justin Bieber Song Describes Your Life? … we won’t judge. J

Tell us, what did your bra personality come out to be?

P.S. Whatever your bra personality, don’t forget to protect it with a CupCase when you travel!