How do you find a bra that actually fits you?

7 Simple Steps to Finding a Bra That Fits You Perfectly

1. Get Measured by a Professional.
2. Have at Least Five Everyday Bras You Love.
3. Go for Quality Over Looks.
4. Focus on the Feel of the Band—Not Just Cup Size.
5. Avoid Minimizer Bras.
6. Know Where Underwire Discomfort Comes From.
7. Know Your Proportions.

Do I need a bigger cup size or band size?

For every 3/4 inch of breast tissue under and behind the wire, go up one cup size. For every band size you go down, you should go up one cup. If you are in a 34D with a good cup fit, but want to go down to a 32 band, you would go to a 32DD for a tighter band with the same cup fit.

What does a bra that doesn’t fit look like?

According to the the Victoria’s Secret website, the band of your bra should go straight across your back when you look sideways in the mirror. If it’s being pulled up towards your neck, rather than lying level below your shoulder blades, then it doesn’t fit right and you need to adjust your sizing.

How do I find the right bra for large breasts?

An underwired bra is also recommended as the underwire offers very good support and helps to lift the bust. The underwire spreads the weight and distributes it to the sides of the bra. The higher up the side and between the bust that the underwire goes the bigger the area over which it spreads the support.

How do I know if I need a bigger bra cup size?

If there are gaps between the cup and your breast, you’re wearing a cup size too big. If you find your breast spilling over the top, side, or bottom of the cup, you most likely need to go up in size. You also need to consider a larger cup size if the underwire or bottom of the bra is resting on your breasts.

What can a tight bra cause?

A bra that is tight can cause a host of skin issues, including folliculitis, dermatitis, heat rash, and hives.

How do you know if a bra is enough?

Underband Issues As 80\% of your support comes from the underband, if this size is already too big then you no hope of getting enough support and this shows by it riding up on your back. You can easily check this by standing in front of a mirror and turning to the side.

Is there a 40A bra size?

Bra sizes that share a row are called sister sizes, meaning they share the same cup volume (though they have different cup letters). For example, the row with bra sizes 36C, 38B, and 40A all have the same cup volume, but have different band sizes.

Why is bra sizing so weird?

This peculiar measurement system causes consumer confusion in three ways: First, the extended alphabet cup system is inconsistent. In the US, AA or AAA cup sizes are smaller than an A cup. Then you hit D cups, and the doubling of letters signifies larger sizes.

What size bra should I wear if I have a 34C?

The rule of thumb is as follows: If you go up in the band, go down in the cup and vice versa. For example, a 32C could possibly fit a 30D or a 34B. If you’re a 34C, you might find bras that fit better in a 36B or a 32D.

How many sizes should you wear for your bra?

“All styles and brands have different fit standards, so you may very well wear two or three sizes, depending on the manufacturing and materials,” says Elisabeth Dale, founder of The Breast Life and author of The Bra Zone: How to Find Your Ideal Size, Style, and Support.

How do you know if your bra fits properly?

The band shouldn’t go high up or too low on your back and the center gore of the bra should lie flat against your breast bone. The straps should sit comfortably on your shoulders. Adjusting the straps can help you find a better fit — making the straps tighter can often give you more lift and support, which helps get rid of back and shoulder pain.

What kind of bra should I wear if I can’t wear a bra?

For those times when you can’t go bra-less, but you also can’t stand the thought of wearing a real bra, a so-called “lounge bra” is your best bet. This smooth, lightweight style has removable cups and our testers with smaller busts found it to be especially comfortable and supportive.