Concealed Carry clothes for women – the Concealment Camisole is the first of it’s kind
What is the Concealment Camisole?
It’s is a top designed for optimal concealment when you carry a firearm on your body. Polished enough to wear to work and simple enough to dress down - a staple for every concealed carry wardrobe.
Story behind the Camisole
When I first moved to the city and didn't know anyone, joining a gym seemed like an ideal way to meet new people. On one fateful Wednesday, a tall, handsome guy in the weight room asked me out for lunch. I wanted to look polished, so I put on my favorite jeans, a belt, holster and firearm – along with a pretty blue blouse with ruffles around the cuffs. Unfortunately, when I stepped outside, the wind pressed the blouse against my torso - revealing the complete outline of my firearm!
Not wanting to compromise my safety or ruin the look I had so carefully coordinated, I continued to lunch, discreetly pulling my purse across my body to cover up the gun. Fortunately, we were seated indoors, and nothing was revealed - but this incident gave birth to what would later become the Elegant & Armed Concealment Camisole.
How it works
My patent-pending, multi-layer design offers the best possible concealment. The thick satin underlayer is reinforced with eight panels – 4 in front and 4 in back - that prevent printing, even in the wind.
The fabric on top creates dimension and movement, which further softens the appearance of any sharp edges. This innovative design is the first of it’s kind and creates a sleek look to keep your firearm concealed.
What problems does it solve?
Fear of Printing- Barrier to on-body carry
When first starting out with concealed carry, it’s common to be hyper-sensitive about whether people can see your firearm. While some women are comfortable openly carrying their gun, most prefer to keep it hidden.
This can make the fear of "imprinting" - showing an outline of your gun through your clothes - a major hurdle to carrying on their body. The concealment camisole was designed to give women more confidence so they can be relaxed and carry with ease.
Wind & Static Electricity
Concealing my firearm on a windy day
A blouse or silk camisole looks great with a blazer for work, but they leave you vulnerable to wind and static electricity. The concealment camisole shields your holster from wind and has a strong satin layer that keeps the flowy top material from clinging to your gun.
With this camisole, you can still dress business casual while avoiding concealed carry wardrobe malfunctions.
Small of back carry
Bending down to lift something can be difficult if you prefer to carry in the small of your back. A regular shirt can get caught between the pistol and your back, but the Concealment Camisole slips back over the gun thanks to the panels. You can bend without concern of exposing your gun, whether you’re lifting a child, groceries, or your range bag.
Summer Concealed Carry
Concealing the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield.
As temperatures rise, we tend to wear lighter clothes in spring and especially summer. But that can pose a challenge for those who conceal carry. Fortunately, the Concealment Camisole makes summer carry a breeze and there's no need to downsize to a smaller gun. Its racerback design keeps you cool in the heat while still allowing you to keep your gun concealed.
How to use
Our camisole is easy to use - just wear it over your favorite holster and firearm. It's not meant to hold your gun, but rather to keep it hidden from sight.
When drawing the gun from concealment, make sure to use the hook method. Using your hand as a hook, grab the material at the hemline. This allows you to lift both layers at the same time.
What holsters are compatible with the camisole?
The Concealment Camisole works best with holsters placed around your waistline, so the gun lines up with the panels. I recommend pairing with a Kydex holster attached to your belt, a bellyband, or the Enigma holster. Some bra holsters can also work, depending on your body type.
If you're unsure if the camisole will work with your carry method, simply look at the placement of the panels on the shirt to see if it corresponds with where you wear your holster.
But wait, how did the date go?
For those who are wondering how the date went… it could not have gone better! He never noticed the firearm, but here we are two years later, engaged and making regular trips to the range!