The Brief Guide That Makes Choosing the Best Bra Simple

Did you know that 80% of women are wearing the wrong bra size?
This isn’t all that surprising, given how difficult it is to pick out a bra that actually fits.
If you’re like most women, you’re probably shuffling into the changing room loaded up with about ten bras, hoping that maybe one of them miraculously fits.
Or you’re ordering online, cramming your cart, praying to the bra gods that you’ll find an option that doesn’t feel like a torture device.
Sound familiar?
It doesn’t have to be like this. Read on to discover how to find the best bra for your body, every time.
Figure Out Your Bra Size
If you’re on the hunt for the best bra, the first thing to figure out is your actual bra size. The fit of different brands and types of bras can vary widely, but you should still try to get a ballpark idea of your true bra size.
Most apparel industry guides will tell you to measure the circumference of your chest under your breasts, then over your breasts, and then do some math to get to your bra size.
While you can do this, the easiest way to figure out your bra size is by selecting the most comfortable bras in your closet and checking the labels.
Even if the sizes are different, you’ll still have an idea of your size “range”.
You can also analyze your chest-to-boob ratio. Do you have a wider chest but smaller breasts? If so, you might need to size up on the circumference of your bras, but choose a smaller cup size.
Alternatively, if you are well endowed in the breast department, but have a petite frame and a small, narrow torso, you might inadvertently be choosing cup sizes that are too small, simply to get a band that fits snugly.
Pay Attention to How Specific Brands Fit
Another tip for finding the best bra (or finding the best fit for any types of apparel) is to pay attention to the fit of bra sizes across specific brands.
Bra sizes are supposed to be universal, but the reality is that they aren’t. Different brands in the apparel industry will have slightly different fits, so it’s important to get familiar with the true fit of the different brands you like so you can shop accordingly.
Know the Tell-Tale Signs of a Badly Fitting Bra
Our final tip for finding the best bra is to get to know the tell-tale signs of a badly fitting bra.
If the underwires are lying on top of your breasts, this usually indicates that the bra is too small. If they are swimmingly around on your chest and not fitting snugly under your breasts, the cup size is probably too large.
Another secret to spotting a well-fitting bra is if the little fabric triangle between the cups (also known as the gore) is lying flat against your chest. If not, the cup size might be too small, the band too wide, or the bra is badly designed.
Also, pay attention to how the band circles your body. If the band is riding up under your arms or at your back, this is a sign of a bad fit.
Is this something you struggle with no matter what bra size you choose? If yes, you might want to try a bra that has a wider band at the back.
If you’re worried that you can’t find attractive bras in this style, think again. You can get comfortable push-up bras with wide bands that don’t even have underwires. If you want to look into these types of bras, check out this page.
Finding the Best Bra Isn’t Always Easy, but It’s Worth It
Finding the best bra for your body can start to feel like hunting for a needle in a haystack, but it can be done, we promise. Once you reach this holy grail in bra land, you might even be able to wave goodbye to ripping your bra off the moment you get in the door.
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