In a survey recently conducted amongfemale population of Great Britain, it turned out that almost every average Englishwoman has at least fifteen bras in her wardrobe and spends on average about £2,700 sterling in her lifetime to purchase the necessary item of clothing. Impressive! Our compatriots are not so wasteful, and most of us are content with a more modest number of copies of this ladies' wardrobe item. However, our approach to choosing a bra, to put it mildly, is strange. We pay attention either to the aesthetic component, or we choose a model solely for practical reasons. By the way, most women (both here and abroad) buy bras that are not their size: they choose one that is too small, or one that is clearly too big. And the reason for this is an elementary ignorance of the peculiarities of choosing this intimate item of clothing. What mistakes do we make when visiting lingerie stores? How to determine your size, and how to choose a bra correctly? Let's figure it out.
Selection errors
The first mistake is choosing the wrong braby purpose. For example, a bra that is comfortable to wear every day is not always suitable for sports. Beautiful erotic models often turn out to be uncomfortable when ladies wear them all day long. And it goes without saying that nursing women need special bra models. For example.
- Bras come with a soft cup (pitted and foam rubber). Such a cup is usually made of lace or of elastic fabrics.
- A bra with bones (rigid side panels) is an option that is ideal for full ladies and women with widely spaced breasts.
- Models with a frame, which is often calledbones. These are rigid inserts, located under the breast and performing a supporting function. Such a model is convenient for all cases. Often the frame is combined with a hard cup, which ensures the correct shape of the breast in the bra, but there are also patterns with soft cups.
- Bras without strapless (according to the type of corset) sewand for a large, and for a small chest. Usually, along the edge of the cups of this bra, a special braid is sewn, which ensures a tight fit of the material to the body.
- The bra for lactating women has a special design. Its cut means fasteners in front or folding parts of cups.
The second mistake is an illiterate approach to choosingmodels by breast shape. After all, women's breasts are not only of different sizes, but also of different shapes. Therefore, breasts look different in different bras. And the same bra also looks different on different women. Seduced by a model that suits her friend perfectly, a lady can make a big mistake by buying exactly the same one for herself. And the main mistake is choosing the wrong bra size. This mistake is the most common due to the peculiarities of the female psyche. Often, women subconsciously try to enlarge small breasts or hide large ones. Therefore, they pass off wishful thinking as reality: women with curvy shapes buy bras one or even two sizes smaller, and those with small breasts buy bras that are too big for them. So how do you determine your size correctly?
Right size
A kind of reference point for sizebra is indicated by two numbers - the volume under the chest and the volume of the chest. The difference between these volumes determines the fullness of the cup, which is marked with letters. The bra size itself is indicated by numbers that determine the volume under the chest, and a letter that determines the fullness of the cup. To choose your bra size correctly, you need to know the size of these volumes. And for ease of selection, you can use a hint. Cup fullness marker depending on the difference in volumes
- A - 12-13 centimeters;
- B - 14-15 centimeters;
- C - 16-17 centimeters;
- D - 18-19 centimeters;
- E - 20-21 centimeters;
- F - 21-22 centimeters;
- G - 23-26 centimeters;
- H - 26-28 centimeters.
Size depending on underbust circumference
- 63-67 centimeters - 65 the size;
- 67-72 centimeters - 70 size;
- 73-77 centimeters - 75 the size;
- 78-82 centimeters - 80 the size;
- 83-87 centimeters - 85 the size;
- 88-92 centimeters - 90 size;
- 93-97 centimeters - 100 the size;
- 98-102 centimeters - 105 the size;
- 108-112 centimeters - 110 the size;
- 113-117 centimeters - 115 the size;
- 118-122 centimeters - 120 the size.
Bra size depending on clothing size
- 34-36 size - 65 (Europe); 80 (France); 30 (USA); 1 (Italy).
- 36-38 size - 70 (Europe); 85 (France); 32 (United States); 2 (Italy).
- 38-40 size - 75 (Europe); 90 (France); 34 (USA); 3 (Italy).
- 40-42 size - 80 (Europe); 95 (France); 36 (USA); 4 (Italy).
- 42-44 size - 85 (Europe); 100 (France); 38 (United States); 5 (Italy).
- 44-46 size - 90 (Europe); 105 (France); 40 (USA); 6 (Italy).
- 46-48 size - 95 (Europe); 110 (France); 42 (United States); 7 (Italy).
- 48-50 size - 100 (Europe); 115 (France); 44 (USA).
- 50-52 size - 105 (Europe); 120 (France); 46 (USA).
- 52-54 size - 110 (Europe); 125 (France); 48 (USA).
- 54-56 size - 115 (Europe); 130 (France); 50 (USA).
- 56-58 size - 120 (Europe); 135 (France); 52 (USA).
So, to correctly determine the size of yourbra, you need to know the underbust and chest volume in centimeters or the size of your outerwear. However, even the exact bra size does not guarantee your comfort in this intimate item of clothing. Therefore, when choosing a bra, pay attention to how exactly it sits on you.
Definition of comfort
If you know your size exactly, you will havejust try on several models of this size range and determine which one you feel most comfortable in. How to do it? Try to conduct a comfort test. First, fasten the bra on the very first hooks from the edge. In this case, two fingers should fit freely between your body and the bra band. The thing is that after the first few weeks of wearing the bra, it will stretch, and you will need spare hooks to reduce its volume, and this can only be done by fastening the bra tighter. Now try to bend over alternately in different directions, raise your arms up and generally move. As a result of these exercises, the bra band should not ride up. If this happens, then the bra is too big for you, and you need to try on a model one size smaller. In a perfectly fitting bra, the band that encircles the torso should be at the same level in the front and back, that is, it should pass exactly under the chest and under the shoulder blades. Now pay attention to the straps, the length of which, by the way, is adjustable in all modern models. By the way, the reason for the band riding up in the back may be not only the wrong size, but also the incorrectly adjusted length of the straps. So, the bra straps should not dig into the body and should not pull the bra band up in the back. Another important point is the width of the straps. The larger and heavier the breasts, the wider the bra straps should be. Even if it does not seem very elegant to you, you will feel quite comfortable in such a bra. And the last thing you need to pay attention to is the bra cups. The upper edge of the cup should not squeeze the breasts. By the way, this can happen with small cups (just not your size) and with a shallow cup (just not your model). At the same time, the cup should fit tightly to the body, and there should be no free space between it and the breast. Another important point is the shape of the cup and the shape of the breast in it. Stand sideways to the mirror and look at the level of the most protruding part of the breast. This level should go through the middle of the arm from the shoulder to the elbow. Tighten or loosen the bra straps. If the level is adjusted and the straps do not dig into the shoulders or slip off them, then the bra is chosen correctly. And be sure to put on what you came in the fitting room. Look at how well your new bra holds the shape of your breasts under your clothes: you are not going to parade down the street or in the office in just a bra. In short, the right bra should hide all the flaws and emphasize the advantages of a woman's breasts. At the same time, you should be comfortable in it: the bra should not restrict movement or disrupt blood circulation. Its task is to lift low breasts, support heavy ones, and "gather" widely spaced ones.
Rules of socks and washing
Surprisingly, most womenwash their bras unforgivably rarely. As the same surveys show, they do it only a few times a year, on average - once every two months. Are you in the majority or the minority? However, the rules for washing a bra do not depend on its frequency. Therefore, remember a few simple rules for washing bras if you are concerned not only about your own health, but also about the safety of your personal wardrobe.
- The best option for washing bras is in a special zip-up “underwear bag”.
- Before washing, fasten all the hooks on the bra, if any.
- Before washing, consult the manufacturer's instructions on the label.
- Sturdy bras for everyday wear perfectly withstand machine wash.
- Use the program for delicate washing.
- Designer things require a more careful attitude. Therefore it is better to wash them with your hands.
- Wash only in cold or warm water.
- After washing, it is not recommended to wring out and unscrew the bra, you can only get it wet with a dry towel.
- Do not wash bras simultaneously with things that do not match the color and composition of the fabric.
- Bleaching and ironing such things is also not recommended.
Regarding the rules of operation of this itemwomen's wardrobe, then do not abuse the bra, sacrificing your own health. Do not forget that the breasts from the bra should rest. Therefore, sometimes leave it "free" when you are at home, be sure to take off the bra at night, wash it in time and change stretched models for new ones. Let your breasts feel comfortable and look amazing! Stay beautiful always! We advise you to read:
The days of widespread shortages are long gonebehind. Now, to buy beautiful lingerie, it is enough to go to any specialized department or shop. The multi-colored filling of the shelves attracts with a large assortment and makes you want to buy immediately. However, in order to correctly navigate this sea of models, even experienced sailors need a map, or, more precisely, instructions. Not everyone studied English well at school, so the names "push up" or "bodysuit" can confuse some customers. We hope that our instructions will help you in your choice.
