Bill, an American married to an 87 pounds woman, writes, "I think it's great when women have the confidence to go in public like this. Not just because I like to look. Wear a bra because you want to, not because your mom says so."  He tells us that he actually respects women who are not afraid to show their "charm points."  He considers his wife to be very lucky because she is very attractive. He cautions though that it should be done in a tasteful and subtle manner without making it too obvious - that is what makes them appealing to both men and other women. "I'm referring to a woman who is dressed tastefully but just happens to leave the bra at home. If something causes her bra to "peek out and say hello," well great!"  (Related article:  Tips on choosing a bra)

Didi, a 21 year old girl in Canada, agrees with Bill. When she is not going for formal events, she does not bother to put on a bra. "Well, I just feel like my body needs some freedom too," she answers. She also does not mind that her bra shows through her tank top and actually admires other women who are not afraid to show what they are wearing. She thinks that ideas about what is appropriate to show or not are already old-fashioned and need to be changed.  Shawna Johnson, a 22 year old in Redwater, Texas, with very big, natural breasts is exactly the kind of woman that Didi would notice on the street. She often wears tight, white men's undershirts without a bra. She sees no reason to hide her body because she likes to feel confident about her body. In fact several women have mentioned several products that have become popular among women, particularly among women with flat chests.   (Related: How to choose lingerie?)

As we chatted with a cross-section of men and women, we have learned that feeling confident with your own body is critical to projecting the right kind of image. What your size is not as important as how you feel in public. By not wearing a bra or not being too bothered by your bra showing through the flimsy fabric, you are essentially telling the world that you know what you are doing and the world better appreciate it. Akiko Tanaka, who always wants to invite attention to herself in public, uses a bra for reasons that would drive her grandmother nuts - to actually show her bra and draw attention to her top. "I only wear a bra when my blouse is sheer enough because my intention is to allow the bra to show through. I wear a black bra with sheer white blouses, or white bra, designed for style instead of support, with sheer black blouses."  (Related article:  Style tips for women with small chests)

However, MYNIPPON Team has always advised women to dress appropriate for the occasion. As Angela advises, "I think we all, both men and women, should feel free to wear whatever is legal and appropriate to wear in the country we find ourselves. I think all people should be able to express themselves freely by choosing to wear clothes they like. I happen to travel frequently, so in my case I conform to the local view of suitable vs. unsuitable." (Related article: Style tips for women)

It seems that wearing a bra or showing it should not be dictated by what is acceptable or not but should be a personal decision. While some women will always feel nervous in public if their underwear shows, a large number of women are now more open minded to the idea.  (Related:  Passion bra and thong)

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