Why Your Bras Never Fit

If we told you that you need to wear size D bras, you might be surprised. But it just might be true! These days, nearly 85% of women are wearing a bra that is the wrong size. This fact is exacerbated by the fact that a woman’s weight can fluctuate rapidly and severely due to water retention, hormone changes, pregnancy, or nursing. A bra that fit you well just a couple of months ago might now be too large or too small.

Determine Your Size

How do you know what size bra you need to wear? The best way to determine your bra size is to head to a lingerie boutique for a professional bra fitting. Professional bra fitters will take the necessary measurements to help you determine what size bra you need to wear in order to be comfortable, happy, and healthy. Yes – healthy. Bras that fit poorly can actually cause health problems, including back and neck strain. It is important that you head to the lingerie store and determine if you need to wear B bras, C bras, D bras, or larger.

The New Sizing Method

Until recently, bra fitters would take two measurements to determine a woman’s bra size: under the bust, to measure the rib cage, and around the fullest part of the bust, to determine cup size. The problem with the old sizing method is that it was only designed to go up to D bras. Over half of the women in the United Kingdom wear a bra that is larger than D bras.

The new sizing method includes 5 main components. This method takes into consideration the length of the bra straps, the fit of the back of the bra, the shape of the underwire, the fit of the bra cup and the gap between the front of the band and a woman’s breastbone. This new sizing method is a comprehensive approach to fitting women with bra sizes larger than D bras.

Finding the Right Fit

C bras, D bras, E bras – no matter what size you wear, it is important that you try on any bra before you buy it. Make sure that the band sits straight across your back. The band should be snug and comfortable on the loosest clasp. If the band arcs, it is too small. If it gaps, it is too large. Test the fit of the bra cups by leaning forward. Make sure that your breasts do not come partially out of the cups of your bra when you bend down. If they do, the next time you bend to pick up your child, you might give bystanders an unintentional show. Finally, make sure that the straps are comfortable. If you need to have the straps on their tightest or loosest setting to be comfortable in your new bra, it is best to find another style that will fit you more comfortably. Take the time to have a professional bra fitting and shop around for a new bra style. You may need a bigger cup size than you think. Your once-tight B bras might just be too small. It might be time for comfortable D bras, as it is possible to change as much as two cup sizes without breast enhancement surgery!