Lusomé Maya Chemise, Cooling Nightgown with Built In Shelf Bra
Description
An A-line chemise with a built in shelf bra, adjustable straps, and preshrunk stretch lace at the straps and neckline. Binding finish at the neck and slight shaping at the waist. Available in sizes XS to XL.
Made with Xirotex Dry moisture wicking fabric, which draws perspiration away from the skin and speeds evaporation. Lusomé recommends a close to the body fit to get the most from the fabric. Composition varies by color, ranging from cotton and polyester blends to micromodal blends with spandex. Machine wash cold, tumble dry on low. No fabric softener, no bleach, no dry cleaning.
Pairs with the Lusomé Cara Short, sold separately.
Why It Matters
The shelf bra is the other reason to choose this one. Bras get complicated during treatment. Underwires stop being tolerable, bands sit wrong over a port, and reaching behind you is a project after chest or shoulder surgery. Built in support means you are covered with nothing to fasten, and the straps adjust as things change.
One piece rather than two also helps. No waistband against a tender middle, nothing to coordinate at 3am.
Two things to check before ordering. This runs XS to XL, and Lusomé recommends a close fit, so if you have a port, drains, or swelling, something looser may suit you better right now.
An A-line chemise with a built in shelf bra, adjustable straps, and preshrunk stretch lace at the straps and neckline. Binding finish at the neck and slight shaping at the waist. Available in sizes XS to XL.
Made with Xirotex Dry moisture wicking fabric, which draws perspiration away from the skin and speeds evaporation. Lusomé recommends a close to the body fit to get the most from the fabric. Composition varies by color, ranging from cotton and polyester blends to micromodal blends with spandex. Machine wash cold, tumble dry on low. No fabric softener, no bleach, no dry cleaning.
Pairs with the Lusomé Cara Short, sold separately.
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