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6 Rules for a perfect fitted bra

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Women wear bras to provide ample support to their breasts. Bras are the closest things to you and it should always feel like your second skin. It becomes your companion for life from the moment you slip it on. Whether you are searching bras for small breasts or plus size, you should get a perfect fit so that it serves its purpose. Here are some rules that every woman should know about her bra and it’s fitting so that she gets the most out of these special intimates : Rule #1  The band of the bra should hold or support 90% of the weight of the breasts. If the band does not support, it puts unnecessary strain and pressure on the shoulder straps.  Rule #2 Center band and wires should lie flat on the chest, even in the base separating the breasts. Rule #3 The bra band should be parallel in the front and the back. Rule #4 The bra band should not shift from its place when the arms are raised or moved. Rule #5 Breast tissue should fill the cups com...

BRA FIT PROBLEMS & SOLUTIONS

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BAND DIGGING IN? Choose a style with a wider band or increase band size (cross sizing: i.e.: 42DDD to 44DD) STRAPS DIGGING IN? Try loosening the straps Choose a style with wider or padded straps Choose a style which offers more support, as support should come from the band, not the straps BUSTLINE SAGGING? Choose a style with more support Try shortening the straps Select bras with a more rigid fabric CUPS OVERFLOWING? Increase cup size (i.e. 42C to 42D) Increase band size (i.e. 40D to 42D) Or increase both BACK RIDING UP? Adjust hook & eye closure to tighten the band Loosen straps Try a smaller band size