Bra Fitting Tips from Vanity Fair
I’m can’t believe I’m going to admit this, but I have never, ever been properly bra-fitted. I’ve always sort of guessed or winged it. (I know, not good.) I’m not that “endowed” up top, so I’ve always gravitated towards smaller sizes, not even contemplating the need to go bigger.
Well, it may be time my friends. 🙂
For nearly eighty percent of women who are wearing bras that aren’t the right fit, choosing the right bra is the first step in looking and feeling more comfortable and confident.
Which makes sense because when I have a bra on that’s too tight or too big, I feel totally uncomfortable.
Intimate apparel should be a strong foundation for the rest of your fashion choices—it is meant to be seamless and smoothing. Choosing a bra that suits your body type will ensure your clothes fit and flow well.
Vanity Fair has a few easy tips to help you find the right fit:
1) Get Measured: Consult a professional fitter—many are available right where you buy your bra and the proper fit makes all the difference.
2) Stay Focused: Once you know your size, think through what you’re looking for in a bra. Do you need something for a strapless dress or perhaps a daily bra with added boost? Knowing what you want before you start shopping will help you focus.
3) Be Patient: Buying a bra takes time just like jeans or a bathing suit, no two vendors fit the same. Be prepared to try on lots of different bras to find the perfect fit.. Once you find the bra for you, keep the garment tag with the style number and size in your wallet—this way you can buy a pretty new color or stock up on the basics whenever you please, without having to go through the whole process again!
4) Find Support: Only 10% of your support should come from shoulder straps. The bra band (the part that wraps around your back, holding the cups in place) should provide 90% of the support. If you’re lacking support, try a bra with a wider band.
Not sure how to tell if you’re well supported?
Keep this in mind: The center of a woman’s breast should sit between her shoulder and elbow when she is wearing a properly fitted bra.
Good luck mamas!
It’s time to get the fit right! 🙂
