The Secret to the Perfect Shape
Lean forward 45 degrees. Use your opposite hand to gently "scoop" your breast tissue from the side into the cup. This ensures the underwire sits on your ribs, not your tissue.
The 4-Point Fit Checklist
1. The Underband: It should sit horizontally across your back. If it rides up, you need a smaller band size.
2. The Straps: You should be able to slide two fingers under the strap. They should support only 20% of the weight; the band does the rest.
3. The Cups: Your breasts should fill the cup without "spilling" over the top or sides. If there is a gap, try a smaller cup size.
4. The Center Gore: The flat part between the cups should sit flush against your chest bone. If it’s lifting away, your cups are likely too small.
5 Signs Your Current Bra is Expired
Fit Fixer: Problem vs. Solution
| If you see/feel this... | Try this instead... |
|---|---|
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The "Quad-Boob" Tissue spilling over the top. |
Go up one cup size. Your cups are too small for your volume. |
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Gaping at the top Space between skin and fabric. |
Go down one cup size or try a Demi-cup style. |
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The "Aching Back" Weight on your shoulders. |
Go down a band size. Your band is too loose to provide support. |
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The Lifting Gore Center piece isn't touching chest. |
Go up a cup size. Breasts are pushing the bra away. |
The Golden Rule of the Hooks
When you buy a brand-new bra, it should fit perfectly on the loosest (outermost) hook.
Why? Over time, all elastic stretches. By starting on the loosest hook, you have two more rows to move into as the bra ages, ensuring you get the longest possible life out of your purchase.