The perfect attire isn't just about what you wear on the
outside, but what you wear inside too. Your inner-wear plays an essential role
in bringing out the best in you by giving perfect shape, look and comfort. Not
only does it help with your dress-up, but also with your body shape and
posture. Therefore, picking the right bra is as important as picking up the
right dress.
We understand that choosing the right size, fabric and style of inner wear for every occasion and with every outfit is a daunting task. So to help you with it, we have some basic details you must look into before picking up a set of inner wear to go perfectly with what you plan to wear. Here is a complete guide on everything you need to know before you set out to pick the best lingerie for you.
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How to buy a perfect bra?
While a good bra could go completely unnoticed, a bad one can become a horrible
experience for you and your body too. Finding a bra that has perfect fitting is
difficult, and we would love to help you through it. Here are some basic things
to consider when going for bra shopping.
· How to find your perfect size?
The first and most important is the right size. Measurements can make all the
difference and so never go for bra shopping without measuring yourself. The cup
size and the band size, these are two basic measurements to find the size that
will fit you right.
· How to take measurements for buying a bra?
Band Size: Measure around your back and waist, at the point where the band of
your bra sits. If it’s an even number then that is your band size and if it’s
an odd number round it off to the nearest even number and that number is your
band size. Cup Size: Measure at the fullest part of your chest, at your nipple
level. Now what you need to do is, subtract the band size with the current
measurement. The difference between these denotes your cup size.
1 = AA, 2 = A, 3 = B, 4 = C, 5 = D, 6 = DD, 7 = E, 8 = F
· What are the various styles of bra available?
There is a range of different bra styles available in the market today. You can
choose padded, non-padded, underwired, non-wired types from among the many
styles. But you need to pick the one that is the most suitable for you.
T-shirt Bra: This one is an everyday wear bra. It is seamless and gives a smooth and fit shape to your breasts. It goes perfectly underneath any tops, t-shirts, shirts and anything.
Full-cup Bra: If you have fuller breasts and want full coverage then go for this one. The cups of this bra cup up higher on the chest providing full coverage.
Plunge Bra: If you want something that goes with a low-cut dress then this is the right style to go for. It has angled cups and the centre gore sits lower.
Push-up Bra: You want a fuller looking bust and cleavage show then this is the bra that you must pick. It pushes your breasts upwards and inwards.
· Strapless & Multiway Bra: It is something that you must own to accompany with strapless or backless outfits. The good ones have a wider band to give better support, and the optional straps can be used as per your need.
Bralettes: A bralette is one of the most comfortable yet chic design
inner-wear. You can flaunt this elegantly designed bra with low backs, low
necks, and with anything and everything.
Sports Bra: When going on a run, to the gym or practising yoga you need
a bra that gives the best support and saves side spillage. Sports bra does all
the work for you. These are some basic styles that are kind of must-haves.
· How to find the right fit?
The fact is, not everybody has the same size or shape of breasts and so not
everybody can wear the same style or type of bra. An oddly fitted bra can give
you a bizarre look, hence always find the bra that fits your breasts perfectly.
· Which bra style would be perfect for my breast shape?
Here is a list of bra styles that go best with different breast shapes.
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Breast Shape |
Bra Style |
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East West, Bell |
T-shirt bra |
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Round |
Any bra |
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Side set, Bell, Athletic |
Plunge bra |
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East West, Athletic |
Push up bra |
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Pendulous, Slender, Round |
Full-cup |
· How to pick a bra with the right fabric?
There is an array of bras available in different fabrics. Cotton, Silk, Lace and
more. You must always go for the fabric that is lightweight, stretchable and
gives you the most comfort. A perfect bra is the one that feels good to wear
and compliments the overall look. Always remember, if you choose cotton a mix
of cotton and elastane is a better option than pure cotton.
· What are the
factors to consider before choosing a bra?
Know your size always. Do not wear anything too loose or too fitted ever.
Choose what is most comfortable rather than what looks good. Go for the brands
you trust the most and the ones that give you the perfect fitting bras. Pick
the right bra according to the outfit and occasion. For example, wearing a lacy
bra under tightly fitted t-shirts is a big no-no. Choose the right colour.
Experimenting and trying new and different colours is a great thing to do but
never go for a mismatch. For example, wear a bra that matches your skin tone
underneath light coloured or thin fabric outfit. Always go for something that
perfectly fits your size, body shape and style.