FINDING THE RIGHT BRA

Learn How to Find the Bra that Fits You Perfectly

When you shop around for a bra, what are the attributes that make you pick it up buy it? Is it the color? The material? The shape? Whatever it is, something significant attracted you to that particular bra, however this may not be the right choice for you.

Many of us buy bras for the wrong reasons and some of us don’t even really know what our correct bra size is. In order to get the proper fit for your bust, you need to know your actual size and not just pick out a bra because you think it is pretty. Here is a helpful guideline to ensure you will be able to get the size you need.

HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT BRA

HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT BRA: Your Band Size

In order to know what your bra size are you need to have a measurement done. You can do this by going to a professional, such as at Victoria Secret, or you can simply do one on yourself. To do this yourself, take out your trusty tape measure. Stand up straight and bring the tape measure completely around you, placing it right underneath your breasts. Take the number that you get and add 5 to it. This will be your band size, which is the size around your torso.

HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT BRA: The Cup Size

Now you need to find your cup size. Take the tape measure and place it along your back and bring it across the nipple to determine what your cup size is. Subtract the band number from this measurement and you will get your proper cup size. If you need further help with the measurements, this calculator will help you achieve your proper size.

HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT BRA: Test it out

So now you have your measurement, and now it is time to test it out to make sure you find the right size bra. When you are trying a bra on, bend over and let your breasts fall naturally in the cups of the bra. The center of the bra should lie against your breastbone without any gaps. Once the back is on, check to see if the back of it hikes up. It should rest against the middle of your back, and if it doesn’t, and you notice any back cleavage, this bra is too small.

When you are looking for the right bra, do not just pick one up because it looks nice or seems to look close to your size. You need the bra to be your actual size in order for it to fit and to be comfortable. If you have the right fit, it will also look better not only by itself, but also under your clothing as well because there will be no gaps and no wrinkles. You also want to make sure that your breasts are not spilling out of the bra, because this really offers no support whatsoever. You want a bra that offers coverage and support but also makes you feel good. The only way you can achieve all of this is to make sure you have a bra that fits you correctly.

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Carissa Chesanek is a freelance writer who works with mainly women's issues that deal with fashion, beauty, health and relationships. She is currently getting her master's degree in journalism, is an aspiring author and an active member of the International Women's Writing Guild.