How to fix broken bra straps

Broken bra straps can be a pain. Fortunately, you do not have to throw away a perfectly good bra because of broken straps. This article takes a look at how to repair broken bra straps, so you do not have to get a new bra.

Basic bra strap repair

A snapped bra strap is a girl's worst nightmare. If you are unlucky enough to have a sudden breakage, head to the ladies to regain your composure. There are a number of reasons why a bra strap might break. It could be that the strap has simply come unstitched from the bra. If this happens, you can repair it temporarily using a safety pin to reattach the strap to the bra. Then, you can sew the strap back on at a later date. Broken hooks Often the plastic hooks which keep a bra strap together can perish with repeated washing and wearing, undoing the double loop on the strap. If this happens, you should get a new bra strap from a haberdashery store and stitch the strap onto your original bra. If you cannot find ordinary bra straps in your local haberdashers, then why not purchase detachable straps? These are available from many high street stores including Claire's Accessories, and can often be picked up from specialist lingerie shops.

Get creative!

Of course, if you are feeling adventurous, you could always cannibalise an old bra to repair broken bra straps. Carefully remove the straps from your old bra by unpicking the stitches or snipping at the join with a very sharp pair of scissors. Take care not to allow the straps to fray if you cut them. Taking the straps from saggy old bras is a great tip for anyone interested in the make do and mend revival. You could even get creative an have non-matching straps, for a personal touch. Final word There is no need to lose your calm over a broken bra strap. Think of it as an opportunity to take a leaf out of your grandma's book and get thrifty. If you wear a bra under a vest top and you need pretty straps, so why not decorate replacement bra straps, sewing-on sequins or adding ribbons to make your bespoke bra look even better?