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Luxury lingerie, swimwear & mastectomy wear

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Nestled in the beautiful market town of Uttoxeter in East Staffordshire is where you'll find us - Bare Necessities - a lingerie retailer that offers a comprehensive range of luxury lingerie, swimwear, cruise wear, mastectomy wear and nightwear.

Bare Necessities have been providing luxury lingerie in the Midlands since 1996. Our team offers a professional service, helping women to feel comfortable and confident with our expert fitting service and lingerie styling. Shop from sizes 8-20 and cup sizes A-M.

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About Bare Necessities

Bare Necessities, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire is your independent luxury lingerie and swimwear shop and you'll find us in the pretty Market Town of Uttoxeter. We pride ourselves on creating a traditional service. We specialise in high-end luxury lingerie brands in (A-M), plus size, swimwear (8-20) & mastectomy wear.

Choosing the correct lingerie brands is an important consideration for any woman. Here at Bare Necessities we are experts in our luxury lingerie brands, offering a wide range of styles and designs to suit women of all shapes, sizes and needs. Our brands include: Prima Donna. Marie Jo, Empreinte, Lise Charmel, Wacoal, Fantasie & Anita.

Whether you need everyday basics that offer lift, support and shaping or something a little more elaborate for that special occasion, we can help you find the perfect style and fit to flatter your body's natural curves and create maximum support whilst maintaining comfort throughout the day.

You'll feel at total ease shopping in-store as our highly trained patient bra fitters know our stock inside and out. Having a loyal customer base is very important to us and we do our best to keep all our social media bases covered. You can message us here via this page or through our Instagram and at Bare Necessities Uttoxeter HQ - call or email us directly, we'll look forward to helping you choose the lingerie you'll love and feel confident wearing.

Shop in-store at our Uttoxeter shop today.

Luxury Lingerie for all occasions

Tucked away in Uttoxeter, Bare Necessities Luxury Lingerie is a delightful little haven where beautiful design meets classic and fashion colours for each season bringing a sense of fashion and fun to your lingerie wardrobe. We offer a handpicked collection of irresistibly stylish lingerie from top brands, which include: Prima Donna, Marie Jo, Lise Charmel, Wacoal, Fantasie, Anita and more.

All chosen with care to make you feel confident, comfortable, and a little bit fabulous. Whether you're treating yourself or someone special, shopping here is all about enjoying the slightly finer things in life.

Swimwear & Cover ups

Swimwear is just part of our collection at Bare Necessities. Our shop stocks an impressive range of styles designed to flatter all body types - from sleek, supportive one-pieces to stylish bikinis and tankinis. Whether you're heading to a beach holiday, planning a spa day, or just need something comfortable for swimming laps, our team at Bare Necessities offers expert guidance to help you find the perfect fit.

We've thoughtfully chosen swimwear brands celebrating fabulous design, fit which include underwired and cup-sized swimwear for added support. Shop our cover-ups collection, happily matching the swimwear collections. Easily mix and match with your existing swimwear wardrobe too, making it easy to add new pieces each season. Whether you prefer classic elegance or vibrant prints, you’ll find swimwear that helps you feel your best at the beach and by the pool. With expert, compassionate fitting advice in a supportive setting, Bare Necessities is here to help you make a confident splash.

Mastectomy Lingerie

Bare Necessities, Uttoxeter, provide a selection of designs that have been specially created for ladies who have gone through a full or partial mastectomy. Our collection provides the support you need whilst helping you feel comfortable and feminine. Our experts have more than 20 years of experience in fitting and advising on the right choice of post-surgery bra. This will depend on the level of surgery you had, and when you had it.

We have carefully selected reputable mastectomy lingerie and swimwear brand ‘Anita’. Mastectomy bras from Anita have been designed for wear after a full or partial mastectomy. Made from fabrics such as microfibre and satin for the ultimate comfort of the wearer. Each item has been created to include breast form pockets, creating a secure area to help keep a prosthesis or breast form in place. 

Everyday basics in mastectomy bras by the Anita range include matching briefs and embellished and embroidered mastectomy lingerie for special occasions.

Mastectomy Swimwear

Swimming after a mastectomy can feel daunting, but with the Bare Necessities collection of swimwear you'll feel comfortable and confident by the pool and the beach. All of our pieces have been carefully selected to provide the ultimate support and comfort post-surgery that are both size and body inclusive. The designs have been created to provide you with confidence in your new body, allowing you to relax and enjoy your time in the water.

In the first few weeks after surgery, you may find a softer mastectomy bra provides more comfort and feels less restrictive. After this time period has passed, selecting a bra that offers you the right level of support and that is soft against your skin, particularly in areas with scarring, will help you to feel confident and secure. If you have a prosthesis, it can be better to choose a bra that isn’t underwired so as not to cause discomfort and affect how the prosthesis sits in the early stages.

Bra fitting service including mastectomy wear

Taking care of your breasts is very important, and finding the correct fitting bra can make a huge difference to your day to day life. When a bra fits well it will provides you with the support you need to remain comfortable and looking well proportioned. Wearing a well fitted bra does wonders for your comfort, health and confidence.

You’d be amazed how many ladies are wearing a poorly fitting bra. It’s not uncommon for us to fit a lady and find that she’s been wearing the incorrect size for years.

What’s included in a bra fitting service?

Your bra fitting is about making sure you’re wearing the right bra for your shape and size. That’s not all though; it’s a chance for you to shop and update your wardrobe with some really beautiful pieces that will help you feel more comfortable and confident. Many ladies see their bra fitting as a pampering experience, and we’re here to help you feel as relaxed as possible.

During your fitting, you’ll have a personal fitter who will start by assessing your size. She’ll ask about the bra size you currently wear and what you’re looking for in your new bra. We'll bring you a selection of bras to try on in order to find a style that is most comfortable for you.

Then, it’s time to shop! Your fitter will guide you around our range of gorgeous lingerie, picking out items that will give you the best fit, security and comfort. There’s no time constraint, feel free to browse the shop and we’ll be on hand the whole time to help you.

There are of course some ladies who feel a little nervous of bra fittings, especially if they haven’t been fitted by them before. Our team of fitters understand the feelings you might be experiencing during a fitting. You needn’t worry though; our shop has a lovely atmosphere and there are individual fitting rooms situated on each level.

Our fitters are all ladies with years of experience, and our service is available to all ages and sizes. We also advise ladies who have undergone surgery - we stock a range of mastectomy bras and swimwear.

Your breasts won’t change significantly - unless you become pregnant, extreme weight changes or undergo surgery - so a good bra fitting is an investment you can benefit from for many years to come.

There are a few basic questions you can ask yourself to work out whether you need a fitting:

Does my underwire sit away from my chest wall?

Your underwire should sit flat against your chest wall, so any deviation from this is an indication that you’re wearing the wrong cup size.

Do the cups of my bra fully cover my breasts?

Your breasts should fill the cup and not bulge at all over the top or sides. If you find your breasts are overflowing or your cup is not filled, you’re wearing the wrong size.

Is the strap of my bra sitting horizontally across my back or riding up?

The back strap of your bra is designed to sit horizontally across your back in order to provide the best support. If it’s riding up at all, you’re wearing the wrong size.

Our sister shop The Fashion Parade

Our founder Elaine Croft and believes that everyone should have access to quality, desirable, effortless fashion, no matter their age or style. The Fashion Parade and Bare Necessities sit perfectly together under one roof and compliment each other in creating the ultimate outfit including accessories which include beautifully chosen jewellery, bags, scarves and sunglasses.

Elaine has a varied background in the fashion industry, including a BA Honours in Fashion Studies, and has put her knowledge to the test by bridging the gap between affordable, wearable fashion and high-end designers with the help of The Fashion Parade team.

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