Eighty percent of women are rumored to be wearing the wrong bra
size. That’s eight out of ten! They are facing discomfort and
back pain that are unnecessary. Whether you are wearing your
bras for supportive comfort, sex appeal, or nursing, it needs to
fit right for it to function properly.
There are what seems like hundreds of companies that manufacture
and sell bras, and there are just about as many sizing
discrepancies. Bras are just like any other clothing item. Each
company’s sizes are slightly different. The right size bra is
more important than other apparel items, due to the nature of
the product.
Getting properly
sized for your bra can be accomplished in a couple ways.
Lingerie stores will size your bra on your next trip to their
store. Unfortunately, many women feel uncomfortable having a
stranger size them.
Many women are now turning to internet lingerie stores for their
shopping. Online intimate apparel companies embrace the web
because it creates a unique format for their customers. Women
like to shop online for bras, panties, and stockings. It is
discrete and convenient.
Shopping online does create a problem with sizing. Since you are
not entering the store to be sized, you have to take it upon
yourself to get the right measurements. There is a simple
equation for finding your proper bra size. Even though many
companies will vary in size, it is still the best option. The
steps are easy:
The difference between the first and second number is the cup
size. If there is no difference, the bra cup size is “A”. One
inch is a “B” size; two inch difference is a “C” cup, and so on.
Bra sizes are A, B, C, D, DD, E, F, FF, and G. Some companies
have developed half sizes for those that are trapped in between.
The right size
bra will not feel tight, ride up in the back, or leave
imprints in the skin from clasps or straps.
When you are wearing the right size bra, you’ll notice the
difference. Just remember that your size will change over time.
Common causes of changes in size are:
Your body is constantly changing, so just make sure that you are
taking your bra size into consideration. It is important to get
remeasured about every year, or when there are obvious reasons
to do so. Your body is worth exact fit. It won’t cost any more,
just some time.