How to Find the Best Bra to Flatter Your Figure
No matter what kind of figure you were born with, there's a bra that's right for you. The perfect bra will fit like a glove, enhance the shape of your breasts and look sexy without being uncomfortable.
Instructions
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Determine your specific figure needs. If you are small-chested, shop for molded cup bras. This means the fabric has a little extra structure to it and isn't too thin. This will enhance your breasts and make them appear larger and rounder. If you really feel uncomfortable with your size, give padded bras a try, but aim for lightly padded bras made with soft materials.
When your breasts need a little extra support or your goal is killer cleavage, the push-up bra is what you need. Many people have a misconception about what exactly a push-up bra is. A push-up bra lifts and pushes together your breasts. It does not add bulk or size. Many women you see in lingerie ads, in men's magazines and on television are wearing a push-up bra. The small- and large-chested alike can be flattered in a push-up bra.
If your chest is large and causes you to be self-conscious or uncomfortable, there are minimizer bras. The best place to find this kind of bra is at a plus-size store. Cacique is the lingerie shop associated with Lane Bryant. If big breasts are a problem, this is one place to find a solution.
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Get the right fit once you've figured out the style you want. The easiest way to get the right fit is to go to a lingerie boutique and get fitted by a professional. But if the idea of having a woman follow you into the dressing room and measure your breasts makes you squeamish, you can measure yourself. Begin by measuring under your arms -- above your breasts -- to determine band size. If your number is an odd number, add 1 to it to get your band size. Then measure loosely around the fullest part of your breasts and subtract your band measurement from your breast measurement; each inch represents a cup size. For example, if your band measurement is 34 inches and your bust measurement is 36 inches, the difference is 2 inches. The result determines the bra size. If the difference is up to a half-inch, you need a AA; a half-inch to an inch, an A; 2 inches, a B; 3 inches, a C; 4 inches, a D; 5 inches, a DD or E; 6 inches, a DDD or F; 7 inches, a G; 8 inches, an H; 9 inches, an I; and 10 inches, a J. Keep in mind that these measurements become less accurate with higher numbers and that different manufacturers might use different lettering identifiers. The feel of the bra is still your best guideline.
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Buy several bras once you've determined style and fit. Get at least one in every color available. Once you see how wonderful your breasts look in just the right bra, you're never going to want to wear anything else.
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Tips & Warnings
Signs of having the wrong-size bra include your breasts spilling over the top or sides of the bra, the back riding up, wrinkling in the cup, or the bra digging into your breasts or shoulders.
References
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When considering a new bra, a feature that is often overlooked is breathability. Better air circulation to the breast area is not only great for breast skin, it's also important for overall breast health. Traditional bra cups are not designed to have breathability. Make sure the padded bras you are considering are made with perforated bra pads.
