Many women have experienced the overwhelming, yet frustrating process of bra shopping. I recently took a trip to Victoria Secrets to indulge in their Semi-Annual Sale and found AMAZING deals on bras and other items. While there a fantastic sale's rep assisted with my challenge of finding the best fitting bras. She truly gave wonderful information I thought would be beneficial to you ladies!
The back band of your bra provides about 80% of the support, the ideal fit should be firm yet comfortable. When your band is too loose this causes your breast sag. A band shouldn't stretch anymore than 2 inches from the body. If the band does the bra is not able to provide any support or lift. The breast's weight will be on the shoulders and cause discomfort.
The straps on your bra should be tighten so two fingers fit comfortably underneath. About 20% of your bra's support comes from your straps.
Many women find underwire bras very uncomfortable, but when worn properly it provides lift, support, and comfort. An underwire should rest against your rib cage with a soft cotton casing. Seamless bras look fantastic and are extremely comfortable to wear beneath a cute t-shirt, but wearing daily isn't the best idea. They don't provide the much needed support, it is suggested to alternate between seamless and seamed bras. Strapless bras should be firm around the rib cage. You may have to go down a size for the band and up a cup size assure a proper fit.
You get what you pay for! With that being said, look at purchasing a bra as an investment piece! Bras can make a beak outfit and you definitely want your under garments to enhance your look. As frustrating as it might be there is a light at the end of the tunnel and when you put an outfit on you'll think it was all worth the headache.
Our bra size can change several times due to puberty, weight fluctuations, motherhood, and age. It is recommended to get yearly fittings.
