If you have you ever found yourself tightening your bra straps, tugging at the rising band across your back or pulling up the cups of your bra, than chances are you haven't been fitted correctly. For a long time, I was wearing a size smaller than what I wear now, until I was measured at Victoria Secret. After buying a size up, I felt so much more comfortable. I wasn't readjusting quite so often and my chest no longer felt cramped. Still, I'm seeing room for improvement. So I put my investigative skills to the test and low and behold my investigative skills paid off and I found a different (maybe even better) way to measure your bra size.
I was fitted wearing an ill-fitting bra, which I think contributed to some inaccuracy. This new measurement process requires you to go completely topless. Instead of standing, like I had, you lean forward making your torso parallel to the floor. This position allows everything to fall forward, so your bust measurement includes all of your breast tissue. Measure around the torso, making sure to keep the tape straight against the breast but not tight.
Next you'll need to get measure the area directly beneath the breast. This area will be easier to locate in the same position you used to measure your bust. It may feel like it's too high on the torso, but fitting your bra in this area will ensure that your breasts fit well in their cups. Pull the tape tightly against your body so you feel secure, but not tight enough that you feel discomfort. A snug band will keep your band from shifting on your back.
Locate your measurements on a sizing chart and determine your cup size. If your size has changed with this measuring process, visit a lingerie shop to see if this new size works better for you. The process of finding a good bra can involve a lot of trial and error, but there are many benefits to finding the perfect one for your body.
One of the main reasons I've searched for a better bra measurement system is that I get occasional breast pain and back aches that come with wearing my bra. This discomfort was significantly worse when I wore a size smaller, but I'd much prefer a situation where I felt no pain at all. Determining the right band measurement will ensure that your back carries the weight of your breasts and not your shoulders. This will also keep your breasts from a sagging appearance. Your bra straps should be placed closer to your neck and not at the tips of your shoulder, where it can cause shoulder tension. If your bra is unsupportive it can contribute to slouching, causing back pain, headaches and even indigestion.
Try on several bras until you find the right one. There are so many different styles nowadays, so don't be discouraged if one fitting didn't suit you. Just be sure that your straps don't dig into your shoulders and the centerfold of the bra lays flat against your chest.
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