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As
many as 8 in 10 women wear the wrong size bra, so chances are the bra you're wearing
at this very moment isn’t your correct size. A properly fitting bra is not
only comfortable- it's truly flattering. The perfect bra can lift, separate, accentuate,
minimize or maximize – all you have to do is find the right one. Your quest
for the perfect bra and wedding lingerie begins with the perfect fit and La Femme
Fatale can provide professional bra and wedding lingerie fitting services.
Finding
your Bra Size
There are two important measurements you'll need to know
to figure out your correct size - the Band measurement and the Cup measurement.
The Band measurement represents the numeric portion of your bra size - the 36
in a 36c. The cup measurement will be used to determine your cup size - the letter
C in the size 36c. Step
1 – Measuring your Band size
Measure under your arms, high on your
back, around the top of your chest. If this measurement is an even number, then
this is your band size. If this measurement is an odd number, then add 1"
to determine your band size. Record that number, you'll need it for step 3.
Step 2- Measuring
your Cup size
While wearing your favourite supportive, comfortable bra,
measure loosely around the fullest part of your bust. Record that number, you’ll
need it in a sec. Step
3 – Calculating your Bra size
Subtract your band measurement from
your cup measurement; each inch represents a cup size. For example: if your band
measurement is 34" and your cup measurement is 36", then the difference
between these measurements is two inches, and you'd wear a B-cup.
- General Tips
for Bra Fitting and wedding lingerie
We spend time choosing that perfect
dress, so spend time choosing the right bra set. Sizes can slightly differ by
lingerie manufacturer, so it is important to try on your wedding lingerie. - If
the fabric is baggy on the cups, the bra cups are too big for your size so go
down a cup size. With fabric that creases around the nipple area, try going down
a back size for a more snug fit.
- When
you experience itching or red marks around your bra area, the band size of the
bra is often too small/tight for you, you might also need to adjust the straps
for a better fit.
- If
you see red marks around your straps, then the straps are too tight. You should
be able to comfortably fit a finger between your shoulder and strap. Make sure
your bra straps are long enough for the bra to be fastened low, at the point where
your back narrows.
- Your
bra band size is too big if your bra rides up your back and you need to go for
a smaller back size. Check in the mirror that your bra band is the same level
all the way round.
- Your
bra band should feel tight and firm, with enough space to insert two fingers under
the back band and one under the centre at the front.
If your breasts spill
over your bra cups, then the chances are you need a bigger cup size…try the
next one up. - When
you buy a new bra, make sure that it fits properly on the loosest hook, as you
might need to tighten it with wear.
- Check
what your bra silhouette looks like under a fitted T-shirt. This will make sure
that you get a smooth line with no bulges.
- Do
stretch out your arms when you are trying on a bra to see if it feels comfortable
- Remember changes
in weight can also lead to changes in bra size.
Caring for your wedding lingerie - Follow
the care instructions on your garments. Ideally wash your bra after wearing it
a couple of times with a non-biological powder to stop the elastic and Lycra from
rotting. Laundry nets are excellent for washing all bras in, as they help retain
the bra shape.
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