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Statistically, eight out of ten women are probably wearing the wrong bra size. Not only does that mean they are probably uncomfortable, but also that they don’t look as attractive as they could with a properly fitting bra. Bra fits and styles can be so confusing. The easiest and most painless way to look healthy and fit, even without dieting or exercise is to buy the right bra. There are over 200 bra manufacturers, so no wonder it’s such a challenge to find a comfortable, properly fitting bra that makes a woman feel good about her appearance.
It’s a good idea when selecting a bra to wear with a particular outfit, to try the bra on with that item. Look in the mirror and check not only the front, but also in the back, to be sure the band isn’t so tight that skin is bulging over the back. A seamless bra is always a good choice, regardless of what you wear over it. It’s a great choice for sweaters, either tight-fitting or bulky, as well as for t-shirts and blouses.
For many women, one breast is larger than the other — sometimes one breast may even be one cup size larger than the other. In this case, women should choose the cup size that fits the larger breast, since the smaller breast can be increased in size with supplemental padding.
Remember to go up or down a cup size before going up or down a band size if you think your bra is not fitting properly. When the band of your bra is too big redness and bruising of the e under-breast tissue can occur because your breasts are falling out from the bottom of your bra and your bra straps are being asked to bear too much of the weight and support.
Some bra experts suggest women should buy a new bra after 3-6 months. Bras become worn and stretched out from washing and don’t fit quite as well after several months of wear. Also, if a woman gains or loses even as little as 5-7 pounds, bra size can change. Life events like pregnancy, menopause, diet change or change in exercise regime can also change breast size and shape dramatically.
To determine if a bra fits properly, the center section between the cups should lie flat on the chest and breasts should not bulge or spill out of the cups. A bra should not leave lines or marks on your skin after prolonged wear. Finding the right size is more challenging for women with larger breasts. Even if you think you’ve found a bra that fits perfectly and feels comfortable, lift your arms up after securing the bra band to make sure breasts are not dropping out of the bottom of the cup or that you don’t have spillage over the top, indicating the cup size is too small!
It’s a great idea to try on all bras, as manufacturers have different sizes. You might be a 34C with one bra maker but only a 32B with another. Many department stores have professional bra-fitters and they can be a tremendous help is selecting the correct size and style.
Properly caring for a bra ensures a longer life and saves the expense of having to purchase bras more often than normally required. Even if you machine wash your bras allow your bras to air dry. This will keep them from shrinking and if there’s padding, it’s less likely to bunch up and become lumpy. Once you find a bra that you like, it’s a good idea to buy several – maybe in different colors so you don’t have to go hunting for the bra the next time, or won’t be out of luck if that style is discontinued.
Some bras are more suited than others to your body type and personal preference. The best way to be happy is to decide what is most important to you and go from there. There are many different types of bras, so everyone should be able to find at least one good bra that they like. The main bra types include underwire, sports, seamless cup, demi-cup bra and half-cup bras, shelf bras, and padded bras. Also available are the open cup and open tip bras, water bra and wet bra. Some of these bras will be more suitable for your body type and shape than others.
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