Taking measurements

Not all women know how to choose a bra by size. To avoid embarrassing store situations, there are a few simple steps you need to follow before shopping using a measuring tape.

The first - it is necessary to measure the volume of the body under the bust, making sure that the tape fits snugly to the body and is placed evenly horizontally. The resulting figure will represent the volume that is indicated on the bra tag, for example, 70, 80, 85, etc.

Second - measure the volume of the chest, placing the tape at the level of the most protruding points, but do not tighten it. It is important to perform this action leaning forward 90 °. The volume under the breast is subtracted from the resulting figure, and the answer is equal to the size:

A concrete example: the volume under the breast - 75, the volume of the breast - 86. 86 - 75 = 11. Accordingly, you need to choose a bra on the shelf with the designation 75A.

Fitting

Rule 1. Do not be afraid to try on until you find a suitable model. The number of items to try on and the time spent in the fitting room are worth finding a beautiful and comfortable item.

Rule 2. Different manufacturers may have different dimensional grids, so if the usual 75A presses or, conversely, seems free, you need to try on other options. In underwear, you can try to make different movements - raise your arms up, bend over - performing these actions should not be accompanied by discomfort.

Rule 3. It is important to choose a model that matches your bust shape and type of clothing. For example, the bando type will not suit women with lush breasts, but the classic one will be just right. At the same time, it is better not to take models with lace for tight clothes, but choose a bra to match for white clothes.

What should be the belt

How to choose a bra by breast size was described above, but when choosing it is also important to pay attention to the basic element - a belt. Often, girls are faced with the problem of uncomfortable shoulder straps that slide down.

Some sizes, for example, 65C and 70B, are considered almost identical, however, one of them has a wider belt. If the wrong size is chosen, the bra will not hold firmly to the torso and either the product will constantly slide, or the chest will pull the back up and the cups down, and the bust will look saggy. Therefore, it is very important to correctly determine the volume under the chest so that the belt fits tightly to the torso.

As for the back, the main thing when trying on is to fasten the linen to the very first from the beginning of the loop line. Over time, the thing will stretch somewhat and there will be a need for a tighter girth.

Choosing a bra by cups

Unlike a belt, the cup should not compress the breast at all, nor should it remain partially empty. If the chest hangs over the bra, forming a fold, or you can freely stick a fist into the cup, the underwear is not picked up correctly. Ideally, the top of the cups fits snugly against the chest, as does the bottom edge against the submammary crease for support.

For lush breasts, rectangular cups in the form of a balconette are not suitable, since they will not hold the breasts, but if you want to "collect" the breasts and raise them - push-up or vanderbra will be useful.

When choosing cups, it is worth considering that a woman's mammary glands can be of different sizes, and sometimes this is noticeable. In this case, you can use a special tab for the cup of the smaller breast.

What should be the straps

It is easier with straps: wide or crossed on the back - for a lush chest, located close to the shoulders or transparent - for an open outfit. There are no straps, but the belt provides support for the chest, the main load falls on it. The straps can be adjusted.

You can check if they are correctly selected by lowering your shoulders and bringing your shoulder blades together, while taking a deep breath and exhale, everything is in order if the elements do not slide off, but do not press.

Features of choice for small breasts

If desired, you can add 1-2 sizes using a push-up model, or wear a brasier to "gather" the bust, achieving a sexy hollow in an open dress. Models with a soft cup without frames and bones, which were previously considered unsuitable for small breasts, are now firmly in fashion and are worn under bulky clothing as a fashionable and sophisticated image detail.

The main thing for women with small shapes is to completely get rid of the complex, since there are many models of bras, with which even the smallest breasts will look spectacular and sexy.

It is much easier to choose underwear for sizes A and B - you should not bother buying a sports bra separately, since small breasts do not deform much during exercise. Invisible models are suitable for owners of a small bust for a hot summer.

Bras for large bust

Women with large breasts should opt for underwired bras that will support the breasts like a frame, preventing loss of their shape. We will have to exclude the regular wearing of push-ups and other types of underwear, the purpose of which is to give more volume. Lush breasts can be given the desired appearance without resorting to these methods, without squeezing or injuring the skin.

The rejection of thin straps, no matter how graceful they may seem, is the second important nuance of a comfortable bra.

Only wide shoulder straps will be able to distribute the load correctly, without overloading the spine. It is also important to choose breathable material such as cotton to prevent allergic reactions.

Nursing bra

A convenient thing that still requires a conscious approach. There are 3 main types of products.

1. With a clasp between the cups. Plus: several positions of the fasteners make it possible to adjust the size, you can quickly unfasten and fasten the linen. Negative: Breasts are fully open when feeding.
2. Bra with cup clasps. Plus: quickly unfastens, covers the breast when feeding. Minus: does not look aesthetically pleasing under tight clothing.
3. Lingerie with a strap closure. Plus: the clasp secures the cups, which allows you to quickly release the breast and feed the baby. With durable quality straps, it is worn for a long time.

Advice:

• it is better to buy several bras at once, since you will have to wash them constantly;
• you need to take measurements before buying;
• preference should be given to elastic fabric (cotton, microfiber), which will not cause discomfort, but can provide reliable support for the breast;
• models with hard bones should be avoided, as rigid elements impair blood circulation and provoke milk stagnation.

Saggy Breast Bras

How to choose a bra according to the size is necessary for women who are faced with the problem of losing breast shape. This is important to prevent further deformation of the mammary glands.

The material of the linen plays an important role. It should be made of natural fabric and free from rigid elements. Iron bones can rub and pinch tissues, which often leads to cancer and mastopathy.

The second thing that is important to pay attention to is harnesses. Quality and strength are the main criteria when choosing, since it is often these details of the underwear that stretch, giving the breasts the opportunity to hang down. It must be remembered that the center of the chest in the product must not be lower than the mid-shoulder level, otherwise the chest sags and loses its shape.

Russian bra size chart

European standards

Faberlik bra size chart

Expert opinion: why is it important to choose the right bra size?

How to choose underwear by size, what details you should pay attention to when choosing a bra is known. Every step counts.

An improperly selected item can seriously affect health, and sometimes lead to serious consequences.

According to experts, the wrong selection of a bra threatens a spectrum of troubles:

• skin irritation;
• migraine;
• pain in the back, neck and shoulders;
• indigestion;
• deterioration of blood circulation in the vessels;
• "Stagnation" in the lymph nodes;
• oncological diseases.

If the underwear is uncomfortable, or traces of straps or bones appear on the body after wearing a bra for a long time, you must immediately change it. One measurement is not enough for a long time, since the breast changes depending on the fullness of the body or age, so it is better to take measurements before each purchase.

Lingerie can become not only useless, but also dangerous, so it is important to understand how to choose a bra, determine the size and find the type of product that suits a particular breast shape.

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