Measuring with a tape measure is a thing of the past and might I say extremely confusing. This measurement minus this measurement, it’s far too much faff for us! Getting the perfect fit is all about trial and error and is the most important part of picking a bra.
So here is a step by step process on how to get the perfect fit.
1. No Slack in the Back
- Your bra should fit firm on the loosest hook, as it slackens over time, you can then go tighter – extending the life of your bra
- Remember that the band should sit firm across the back, in a nice straight line from under your bust. The back provides you with 80% of the support so this step is extremely important.
- If the band rides up in to and upside down ‘U’ then it’s too big and you need to go down a back size.
2. The Perfect Straps
- The straps only provide 20% of the support.
- The straps shouldn’t dig in to your shoulders, check this by placing two fingers underneath the straps, they should be able to fit comfortably.3. Jiggle around a little
- After you have perfected the back band and the straps then you need to make sure you’re positioned properly in the cups.
- Simply scoop your breast tissue out from under your arms, pulling them to the centre of the bra.
- The wires shouldn’t dig in and you shouldn’t be spilling out.
4. No gaps allowed
- Make sure the centre of the bra is sitting flat against your chest without feeling uncomfortable.
- To check this, try putting two finger under the panel, if you can do this easily then the bra is too loose and you need to go down a back size.
- If your boobs look like they are trying to escape and are spilling over the centre panel then the cups is too small and you need to go up a size.