You may have seen the Oprah bra revolution on TV.
Experts estimate that about 80% of us are wearing the wrong size. Unfortunately, there is no universal sizing system for bras - so you have to try they on! And do not be discouraged by the size on the tag.
Many of us are wearing too small a bra which means there will be poking, spilling out and squeezing.Ugh! Not to mention the health issues: neck pain, back pain, head aches, stretching or compressing of the breast tissue.
Women go through (on average) 6 different bra sizes in their lifetime. and if you have had children you will know just by looking - your breasts have changed!
Bra Basics:
1. Understand your bra size. So if you are a 36B, B is the cup size and 36 is the band size.
2. It's really best to have someone measure you, it's really tough to do on your own.
3. A good bra fitter professional can measure over a t-shirt or tank top, so if you are shy...you don't need to be nervous about being naked.
4. At your bra fitting, if the first two don't work don't get discouraged. It takes time but once you find your perfect fit - it will totally change the way your body looks and how clothes look on your body. Hint: you will look slimmer because everything will be in the right place!
5. Some bra fitting professionals will ask you what size you are wearing now. Have you try a bra on in that size and see where to go from there. But some like to use a measuring tape. There's no real right way to do it.
6. A proper fitting bra shouldn't hurt.
7. Keep good care of your bras. Get the right soap, hand wash and hang to dry OR gentle cycle in a laundry bag.
*Start by looking on google for specialty stores (especially if you are a small size or big size)
* Some of my picks: Lilac Lingerie, Marianne's, Ainsi soit-elle
If you want to know more about finding the right bra size yourself, check out this link: http://www.herroom.com/bra-fitting-advice,901,30.html
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