How To Find The Right Bra For The Perfect Outfit
It’s that time of year where we dare to bare a shoulder or two. Strappy tops, halter neck tops, corsets, heart shaped necklines, racer back vest tops, plunging shirt dresses and backless slip dresses are part this year’s trending fashion moves, we can’t go wrong this year unless we wear the wrong bra.
Wearing the wrong bra can kill the outfit and not forgetting uncomfortable.
Off white bras, visible unsightly straps, torturous underwires, the overspill of the ‘too small’ bra, the escapees of the ‘too big’ bra, the visible circulation cutting bra and all the other bra sins.
If any of those dilemmas are familiar to you then there’s one thing that you should do:
Read below and discover how to find the right bra for the right outfit.
How to measure for your Perfect bra
Before we start bra shopping I need you to do one important and vital thing. If you don’t do this before you start shopping you could potentially be wasting your money (and time) as well as setting your self up for slight disappointment.
What is the one thing? Measure yourself correctly. Now I know you’re thinking you know your bra size but do you really know your size.
Let’s see:
How to measure for your new bras
1. Get a tape measure and if you don’t have one to hand, use thread 🧵 (a belt, shoe lace etc.) along with a ruler 📏.
2. Where to measure – When measuring for a bra you need to measure two points of your upper torso (in inches).
BAND SIZE: Measure slightly below where your bra fits. This will be your band measurement (a).
BUST SIZE: Measure around your back and the fullest part of your breasts. A top tip is to use your nipples as guidance. This is your bust measurement (b).
CUP SIZE: To obtain your cup size you need to subtract your band size (a) from your bust size (b). Every inch difference is another cup size up e.g. 1 inch equals A, 2 inches equals B, 3 inches equals C, etc.
Or if in a rush you can try M&S Bra Fitting Quiz, I’ve tried it and it worked out for me but everyone’s different.
If unsure use the first method for more accuracy.
Full Cup Bra
Full Cup Bras offer fabulous maximum support and shape, with full coverage they limit your choice of clothing but the shape that they create is amazing and they do help to ease the pressure off of your back.
Bralette
Bralette bras are usually non wired, they offer little support but are great for lower cup sizes and lounging around.
Balconette Balcony Bra
Balcony and Balconette Bras are perfectly shaped to stop just below the straight neckline/cut of your outfit. Giving you support and an uplift.
Plunge Bra
Plunge bras create support whilst creating as minimal visible fabric as possible in the centre of the bra while creating maximum cleavage.
Minimiser Bra
They are designed to mould and shape reduce the size of your bustline by around an inch.
Backless Bra
Backless bras offer medium support and can be a bit awkward to fit but, investing in a good brand will have you sporting all of the trending backless dresses and tops.
Sports Bra
Designed to support maximum support in the vital areas during low two high impact activities and training.
T-Shirt Bra
T-Shirt bras are usually seamless with round, moulded shaped cups with slim straps and lower cover. Their visibility is low when worn with a fitted T-shirt.
Multiway Bra
– one shoulder, strapless, halter neck and racer back dresses and tops.
Plunge and backless multi-way bras are also available but they usually are pricier.
7 Comments
GWT
An insightful post. As women we may get measured once and for years stick to the same bra size / style even when our bodies have changed and the bras no longer do the job. So thanks for bringing awareness to getting measured again and of all the bra styles to choose from.
Fransic verso
I agree that it’s important to wear the one for the outfit. Some dresses and outfit might show the bra and it doesn’t look good. This is very informative. Thank you for sharing!
Laura
Love this! I’ve been desperate for new bras but avoided it now I feel more confident in choosing. I’m interested to measure now and see if I’m the size I thought I was haha x
Mummy Conquering Anxiety
Great post. Thank you for sharing this. A few years ago I had to Google sizing and get it right and it’s the best thing i ever did
readandreviewit1
This is such an informative post! I usually stick to bralettes and sports bras but I think I’ll definitely be buying a plunge bra suit that I can wear with some of my jumpsuits. I also loved that you explained how to get a proper measurement! Thank you so much for sharing.
Fadima Mooneira
Hehehe… I’m actually not a fan of bras. But I find this post interesting and cool. You provided all the information I need on bras. Thank you for sharing.
Her Digital Coffee
This is so informative! Knowing which style suits a specific outfit is so helpful. I need to invest in a multiway for some dresses to wear this summer. Thanks for sharing!