Believe it or not, it is quite common for many women, both young and mature, to be unaware of their true bra size. Some only use the one that fits them “best”, but the truth is that although it seems the best option, it is not always like that. That is why today you will clear your doubts and you will be able to know everything you need to get the ideal bra.
How to know when you are wearing a bad bra
Well, it may seem like it is unnecessary to mention something like this, but the truth is that many women consider the following “normal”:
- That the bra leave mark.
- Se the suspenders fall.
- That nail you the hoop.
- The cup is too big.
And the truth is that no, that is not normal, those things should not happen to you when wearing the right garment. This happens because when you bought it you did not know what was the right size for you, but this is not your fault. The truth is that the measurement system of these garments usually seems a bit complicated, but from today you will be an expert on the subject.
Learn to measure yourself
For this you will first have to learn 2 little things simple: the contour of your chest and your torso. And to measure yourself, you only need to have one measuring tape along with a pencil and a paper To note.
- To measure the torso outlineFor this, you will only have to place the measuring tape under your breasts, close to where the bra would go. Write down the result, for example, you get about 76cm.
- Then you go on to measure the chest contour you will need to run the tape measure down your back and around the center of your chest (just at the same height as your nipples). Write down the result, keep in mind that if the result has been between two numbers, for example: 88cm, you can round it to 90cm
- Finally you will only have to subtract the results: 76-90 = 14.
Once you have your measurement you will be able to find out which is the letter that corresponds to your cup in the following list:
10-12cm – Copa A
12-15cm – Cup B
15-18cm – C Cup
18-21cm – Copa D
21-24cm – E Cup
Once you have matched your number with the type of cup, you will be able to know which one is yours. But a little advice is that you always choose the largest, that is, if your number is 12, instead of using an A cup, use a B.
To measure yourself it is recommended that you do it without wearing clothes.
Factors to consider when buying a bra
Now that you know how to find the size, it is time for you to run to the store to buy one. But before you pay you must take into account some things:
- To prevent the bra band from leaving a mark or pressing too hard, you can tuck 2 fingers below the band at the time of trying them on, in this way if they fit well they are perfect, otherwise you should keep looking.
- With regard to the cup you must bear in mind that it must cover the entire contour of your breast, you must also collect the external part of it, that is, the one that is closest to your armpit and make sure that do not form any type of wrinkle.
- On the other hand, you should avoid at all costs thin straps, particularly if your chest is large. Keep in mind that the thinner the straps, the more likely they will run out nailing in the shoulders.
- The important thing that you make sure that the ring is never on the breast, it should always go under it to support it.
- Assure you that the jumper or bra front always lie flat, without bumps and should go against the sternum. Otherwise you can try a cup size larger.
Benefits of wearing a bra
Despite popular belief, quitting a bra will not affect your breasts at all. Except for the cases in which it is presented gigantomastia or that you have very large breasts, in which the weight of the chest causes discomfort in the spine. But outside of these cases, nothing happens if you don’t use them.
On the other hand, the bra can be quite beneficial if you practice some physical activity in which you make constant or sudden movements in the arms, which in case of not wearing a sports bra can cause a cervical displacement in the breasts. In addition, in some physical activities in which you need to jump, the breasts can be a bit annoying if they do not have the proper support.
The truth is that the continuous rebound of the torso can cause the increased flaccidity in fabrics, which is one of the reasons to wear a sports bra. It is also not true that wearing this garment regularly can cause breast cancer.
Now do you see why it is so common that many women do not know how to find the perfect bra? It is not an easy task at all, but it is not impossible either.
Keep in mind that throughout your life you will have to change your bra size, so once you have learned how to know yours, this will no longer be a dilemma. With these recommendations you will be able to facilitate this work and thus avoid bad times later when it comes to buying new bras, and you can even help all your friends, who are most likely going through the same situation, remember: Girls support girls.
Have these tips helped you? Already get you with the perfect garment?
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