Since we've been buying underwear for ourselves for a long time, we should know our size... in theory! But you'll see that in practice, there are many points to identify before finding a bra that perfectly suits your figure... Don't panic! We're going to help you with tips and wise advice to find your bra size, an essential starting point for a lingerie set that will suit you perfectly.
Did you know that as many as seven out of ten women are wearing the wrong bra size?
The observation is simple: more than 7 out of 10 women do not wear the right bra size! This figure may seem surprising but many factors can explain this. Throughout our lives, depending on events and our journey, our body and our chest evolve. Have you always taken 90B? But there is a good chance that this size no longer suits you! After a pregnancy, after a diet or a weight gain greater than expected, with age… All these phenomena have an influence on your chest without necessarily being aware of it. It is therefore important to have your measurements and size checked regularly by a competent expert in the field once a year before buying lingerie. A women's bra must certainly be aesthetic but it must above all offer you good support and excellent comfort.
What are the risks of wearing a bra that doesn't fit?
A poorly fitted bra is useless. Without good support, many factors can occur and cause serious and permanent health problems. The tissues of the chest can be damaged, causing aesthetic problems with a "heavier" chest. Posture problems can also appear for women with generous breasts with a slouched position leading to back, neck and shoulder pain. Finally, the skin that becomes fragile with age can suffer scarring if the bra is too tight. In order to avoid these problems, choosing a bra that is adapted to your figure is clearly essential. And for that you need to know your size.
Our tips for knowing if you have chosen the right bra size...
It can be a hassle to go see lingerie experts in store, so for those who are in this situation, we are going to give you some tips to do it on your own. Get out your tape measure! Two measurements are necessary to know your bra size. The "back size" and the chest size. Ready?
Stand up straight with your feet together, making sure that the tape measure is horizontal and parallel to the floor, neither too loose nor too tight so as not to distort the measurements. The ideal is to be naked but you can also wear a bra that does not alter the natural volume of your chest. Remember: round your measurements to the next unit and if you are between two sizes, always choose the larger one, nothing is more unpleasant than a bra that is too small or too tight.
Measure your underbust circumference
Stand up straight and place the tape measure under your breasts and wrap it around your bust. Keep the tape measure flat and parallel to the floor. Refer to the table below and find your size.
Measure your chest circumference
Place the tape measure horizontally on the tip of your breasts and wrap it around your bust, passing through your armpits and shoulder blades to measure the fullest part of your chest. Keep the tape measure flat and parallel to the floor.
Once you've measured, refer to the chart below to find your full bra size (with the letter corresponding to your cup size).
Practical example:
1. My underbust measurement is 70 cm . I look in the first table and I see that my size to order is 85. In the second table, I therefore place myself in the 85 column.
2. To find my cup size , I take my chest measurement. It measures 87 cm .
So my bra size is: 85C .
Warning! Your underwear is not suitable if:
–your bra band is gaping.
–your chest is spilling out of your bra.
–the straps or band of your bra dig into your flesh.
–your bra feels tight and makes it difficult to breathe.
–your bra straps fall down even though you are adjusting them correctly.
Yes! I know my bra size!
There you have it, you have determined your current bra size. Keep in mind that a bra that fits you is an item of underwear that will enhance your figure and the curve of your chest. The self-confidence and well-being that results from it will make you happy and in a good mood. Isn't that the most important thing?
In a future article, we will tell you about the different types of bras. Now that you know your size, you just have to choose the right shape and your partner will melt when they see you radiant in your lingerie. Now that you know your size, you just have to choose the right shape and your partner will melt when they see you radiant too.