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CRISSCROSS Intimates - Award-winning, utility-patented luxe Post-Surgical, Adaptive & Active Intimate Apparel for Women and Men. Comfortable, chic, colorful compression undergarments. Supports any Stage/Phase Breast Surgery, women with disabilities and on the Go! Join the Crisscross revolution with total breast care solutions by Jean Criss, Founder, Designer, BC Survivor. Made in USA.

CRISSCROSS Collection: Post-Surgical Bras, Briefs, Thongs, Medical Pouch, Men’s Vests. Other Apparel: Bralettes, Adhesive Bras, Leggings, Compression Garments, Breast Forms, Organic Soaps, Bags. Men's Tanks, Tops, Tights.

CRISSCROSS Intimates - your Breast kept secret!

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CRISSCROSS BLOG

CRISSCROSS Blog: Jean Criss shares Breast Cancer Survivor stories, tips and resources about Healthy Living, Health & Wellness, Advancements and Innovative Technologies, market insights on Bras, Breasts and Bosoms. SHARE and LIKE our articles. Follow US!

Shop CRISSCROSS Intimates! Wishing you all the breast! By Jean Criss, Survivor, Founder, Designer.

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ISOLATION

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ISOLATION - How to cope, be self-motivated and inspirational to others. How I turned bittersweet grapefruit into sweet ole’ lemonade from a life experience. When isolation became a turning point in my life, a means for self-help and an opportunity for change. During times like these, reflect and focus. Are you feeling isolated or depressed? What changes can you make to impact your lifestyle? How to focus on positivity and become inspired. Learn more about Jean Criss, author and breast cancer survivor in this story reflecting on the Covid-19 virus.

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GO Local - Made in the USA!

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From the very beginning when I began my search for distribution partners, this was a strategic goal of mine. I wanted to keep my brand Local and manufacturing in the USA. It was a tough decision but one that I’ve been proud of. While these are unheard of difficult times for many people, both small and large companies, consumers need to be vigilant with brand purchases. So let me introduce you CRISSCROSS Intimates. Learn more about GO Local manufacturing and Designer Jean Criss of CRISSCROSS Intimates.

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Christmas Time Chime

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Christmas Time Chime - A little poem I wrote, while sipping my Sunday morning coffee, to appreciate this past year and share it with you. Pass this along to your family and friends — Wishing you a blissful holiday season! Jean Criss, Author, Survivor, Mediapreneur, Fashion Designer - Crisscross Intimates Blog, December 2019.

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Hare Care Cancer Concerns

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Hair Care Cancer Concerns - You may have heard the recent news about the possibility that hair care products may be linked to cancer.  On December 4, 2019 NBC Today reported about a study by the International Journal of Cancer that suggests the results of using hair dye and straighteners could play a role in breast carcinogenesis.  Learn more here.

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Be Social and SHOP CRISSCROSS Intimates

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Be Social and SHOP CRISSCROSS Intimates. Learn “Where to Shop” for Contemporary, Colorful, Chic Post-Surgical Intimate Apparel and Activewear. We’ve Got You Covered - with Activewear for sports enthusiasts and Luxe Post-Surgical Reconstructive Undergarments plus other Fashion Accessories for any stage or phase of breast surgery. Undergarments for both women and men - Crisscross Intimates are made in the USA by Designer Jean Criss

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One Style Does Not Fit All

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One of the first things I learned about Bra Fitting after I had a bilateral lumpectomy followed by bilateral mastectomy and numerous other breast surgeries was that Plastic Surgeons prefer to fit patients by Bra band size vs cup size. . . Learn more about why this matters.

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Pink It UP!

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PINK It UP! This past week has been full of pinks, pastels and a passion to find a cure. I participated in half dozen events and now can kick-up my feet for a night to find some rest and relaxation. Some of the event highlights are described below - learn more about #BreastCancerAwareness events and there more to follow this month!

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Not so PINK!

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Not So PINK! The world of Entrepreneurship has many revolving doors and yet not one day goes by when someone may surprise me by what they do. It is imperative to pivot, gravitate and demonstrate flexibility while maintaining your core values with your brand and as a small business owner. And I’ve learned that not all minds think alike! . . . . the good, the bad and the indifferent - learn more here about Jean’s tips and advice as an savvy entrepreneur. Let’s Pink it Up! this month to raise awareness for Breast Cancer!!

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Health and Wellness Advancements

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Health & Wellness Advancements

While recently attending the Living Beyond Breast Cancer conference in Philadelphia this month I met with many vendors and attended informative sessions with sister survivors between our exhibition hours of operation. A few takeaways. . . learn more from Jean Criss, Founder, Author, Mediapreneur - CrisscrossIntimates.com

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CRISSCROSS Intimates Reaches Thousands During BC Awareness Month!

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CRISSCROSS Intimates Reaches Thousands During BC Awareness Month! Jean Criss, Founder & Designer of CRISSCROSS Intimates began planning her participation at a variety of Fall events earlier this year in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month. CRISSCROSS Intimates hit the road early this year and strives to reach thousands of survivors, previvors and many others by being a sponsor or partner at regional and national events throughout the month of October 2019. Learn more here . . .

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Rock Your World by Jean Criss

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Jean Criss - Designer, Founder & Survivor shares her survivor story and how she pays it forward with a contemporary, colorful luxe intimate apparel collection. She explains how she handled her recovery and achieved her goals to “rock your world” for future survivors. Learn more here.

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Advancements in Breast Solutions by CRISSCROSS Intimates

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Learn more about a variety of advancements in breast solutions by Founder, Designer and Survivor Jean Criss of CRISSCROSS Intimates. Jean took her passion for fashion after being diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer and throughout her recovery, documented her ongoing surgeries, and then, she penned “My Pain Woke Me Up: BLISS!” and wrote a trilogy series about her journey. By the time she finished writing BLISS! she decided it was time for new innovations in post-surgical undergarments and to share her stories.

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Boob Recall - Seriously!

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Allergan Issues Worldwide Recall of Biocell Textured Breast Implants and Tissue Expanders

If you are a Breast Cancer Survivor or patient who has had breast reconstructive surgery using one of the following breast implants or tissue expanders, and has experienced problems, contact your breast doctor immediately (breast surgeon and/or plastic surgeon). This boob recall is for real and if you had cancer and have these implants, you may be at risk. The recall comes after a rare type of lymphoma cancer (ALCL) linked to textured breast implants. Learn more below and in the full article posted here.

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Where Passion Meets Fashion campaign

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Where Passion meets Fashion! As a Breast Cancer Survivor, Acclaimed Intimates Designer, and Author, I have always had a passion for fashion. When I merged my world of media and tech with fashion, I enjoyed being creative and innovative with lingerie designs and development to media and marketing campaigns alike…. Learn more here by Jean Criss, Designer & Founder, CRISSCROSS Intimates.

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Let's Get Intimate Wearing CRISSCROSS Post-Surgical Bras!

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Post-Surgical doesn’t just mean Mastectomy Bras - that’s right, we offer styles with compression, comfort and color in a variety sizes (S-2XL plus custom) no matter what type of post-op breast procedure you’ve had. That’s what CRISSCROSS Intimates sells. . . . We’ve been to HOLLYWOOD and back and have received acclaimed reviews with our collection. So shop our line today and let’s get intimate! Contact Designer & Founder jean@crisscrossintimates.com for further information.

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Wacky Weed

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An article about the effects or benefits of “nature’s oxycontin”.  Whether green, pink, purple, red, blue, orange, yellow, gold or retro -- color doesn’t matter.  They come in a variety of colors, textures, robust scents and forms.  The rainbow weed is part of the phenomena why this is so awe-inspiring to consumers and called the wacky weed.  The color of weed has very little to do with potency.  So, let’s dive deeper into the world of wacky weed and review the health benefits of CBD oils and medical marijuana. . . . Jean Criss can be reached at jean@jeancrissmedia.com and she is an Author, Columnist, Blogger, Breast Cancer Survivor, and Post-Surgical Fashion Designer - passionate about advancements in women’s breast health and wellness.

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What’s Trending For Oncology & The Patient Care Experience?

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As CRISSCROSS Intimates celebrates our two-year e-anniversary, I thought it would be appropriate to discuss what’s trending for Oncology and the patient care experience post-operatively after cancer. There has been tremendous innovation over the past decade. . . learn more here with Jean Criss, Author, Designer and Blogger.

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2019 NYPresbyterian/Columbia University Breast Care Management

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What’s on the horizon at the upcoming NYPresbyterian/Columbia University Breast Care Management conference, May 22, 2019, 12:15 - 5:15 pm (3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits). Here’s what’s in store for physicians, surgeons, oncologists, nurses, and clinicians involved in the management and treatment of patients with breast cancer. Exhibits also on display. Sign up today! Contact Jessica Mead at (212) 304-7817 or email jas2134@cumc.columbia.edu. For more information about this year’s program, feel free to contact blogger @Jean_Criss or at jean@crisscrossintimates.com.

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