First, you should pay attention to how the band of your bra fits around your body. If the band is riding up in the back, it’s likely too big for you. Similarly, if the straps are digging into your shoulders, they may be too tight and causing discomfort. Take a look at how your breast tissue sits within the cups – if there is spillage over the top or sides of the cup, then it’s probably too small for you.
It’s important to remember that every brand and style fits differently so one size does not necessarily fit all. The underwire of the bra should lay flat against your ribcage without digging in or poking out. Also, when trying on a new bra, make sure to move around and test its comfort and support by raising your arms and bending over to see if everything stays in place.
A common misconception about finding the right size bra is thinking that once you’ve found a size that generally fits well, it will work for all styles and brands. In reality, different styles (like balconette vs full coverage) may require different sizes due to varying designs and cuts.
An interesting fact is that most women wear bras with bands that are too large and cups that are too small because they’re unaware of their true measurements. Knowing this can help you better understand why getting professionally measured at a lingerie store is crucial to finding a perfectly fitting bra.
So now that you have some tips on how to tell if your bra doesn’t fit properly, I would recommend visiting our store for a professional fitting session. It’s always good to get an expert opinion when it comes to something as important as undergarments – plus it can be quite fun!
| Sign | Description | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Straps digging into shoulders | Straps leaving red marks or causing discomfort | Adjust straps or try a different size |
| Breasts spilling over cups | Breasts not fully contained by the cups | Try a larger cup size |
| Gaping cups | Excess fabric or space in the cups | Try a smaller cup size |
| Riding up back | Band moving or riding up the back | Try a smaller band size |
| Underwire digging in | Underwire causing discomfort or poking | Try a larger cup size or different style |
| Back bulges | Excess skin or fat bulging over the band | Try a larger band size |
| Uncomfortable or painful fit | Bra feels tight, constricting, or painful | Get professionally fitted or try different styles |
| Fabric wrinkling or bunching | Excess fabric in the cups or band | Try a different size or style |
| Shoulder dents | Straps leaving indentations on shoulders | Adjust straps or try a different size |
| Visible breast tissue under band | Breast tissue spilling out from under the band | Try a larger band size |