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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

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By *gnitemybodyWoman
over a year ago

Onestepoutofthedoor

I need you in my life!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

How's my bra?

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By *gnitemybodyWoman
over a year ago

Onestepoutofthedoor

That's easier said than done though isn't it to actually find one that fit's well,I dread bra hunting even when I have a proper fitting. I wouldn't mind if I had huge boob's,but I don't.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"That's easier said than done though isn't it to actually find one that fit's well,I dread bra hunting even when I have a proper fitting. I wouldn't mind if I had huge boob's,but I don't."

I appreciate that sometimes it's very frustrating finding the right fitting bra..... I'm talking about the bra that we wear most of the time on a daily basis. It's well worth that time investment. There will be a brand or high street brand that suits your body shape. I just feel so passionately..... the number of women I have come across with the aftermath of breast cancer, I I can help just one more lady then this post will be worth it xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Debenhams do a free bra fitting service..

last time I went there I was under the illusion that I was a 36 d as that's what I'd always been, but after being measu_ed it turned out I was a 34e, which was great as it was a great excuse to go shopping

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

For years I hadn't been measu_ed.i was wearing 42d.only wore underwrite to go out..last October I had a breast scare..i went to see consultant..thankfully was ok.but he did recommend a decent bra..so I immediately went and got measu_ed..i was actually measuring 42f.all my flabbyness that hung over the bra has gone.and I now have a waist..i would recommend any one esp with larger bust to get measu_ed.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"For years I hadn't been measu_ed.i was wearing 42d.only wore underwrite to go out..last October I had a breast scare..i went to see consultant..thankfully was ok.but he did recommend a decent bra..so I immediately went and got measu_ed..i was actually measuring 42f.all my flabbyness that hung over the bra has gone.and I now have a waist..i would recommend any one esp with larger bust to get measu_ed."

thank you for posting 80% of women wear the wrong size bra. Xx

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Debenhams do a free bra fitting service..

last time I went there I was under the illusion that I was a 36 d as that's what I'd always been, but after being measu_ed it turned out I was a 34e, which was great as it was a great excuse to go shopping "

thank you for posting xx

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By *aroleBaskinWoman
over a year ago

somewhere down the rabbit hole, Aberdeen

Love this thread! I was informed by the lady in the Markies fitting room that I'm a 34C. She could tell just by looking at me that I was wearing the wrong size. I'd never bought a 34C in my life before. Now I do and it's so much better.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Love this thread! I was informed by the lady in the Markies fitting room that I'm a 34C. She could tell just by looking at me that I was wearing the wrong size. I'd never bought a 34C in my life before. Now I do and it's so much better. "

thank you. The more ladies that post to this thread the more ladies will be convinced to go for a bra fitting. Xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Love this thread! I was informed by the lady in the Markies fitting room that I'm a 34C. She could tell just by looking at me that I was wearing the wrong size. I'd never bought a 34C in my life before. Now I do and it's so much better.

thank you. The more ladies that post to this thread the more ladies will be convinced to go for a bra fitting. Xx"

You come across as lovely. Thanks for bringing this topic up.

Bravissimo are brilliant for the my ample lady. I've been going since they opened their first shop in London being above a GG cup!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

i never wear one - havent for about 20 years - hate the things

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Love this thread! I was informed by the lady in the Markies fitting room that I'm a 34C. She could tell just by looking at me that I was wearing the wrong size. I'd never bought a 34C in my life before. Now I do and it's so much better.

thank you. The more ladies that post to this thread the more ladies will be convinced to go for a bra fitting. Xx

You come across as lovely. Thanks for bringing this topic up.

Bravissimo are brilliant for the my ample lady. I've been going since they opened their first shop in London being above a GG cup!"

Brilliant to hear and no problems. I so want to get my hands on so many ladies on here ( only to correct their bra size ) ..... xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My friend is a Markies bra fitter, she always has her trusty tape measure and gets the girls sorted!

Its so much more comfortable to have a good fitted bra though, its mad tothink how many are persevering with bits sticking in where they shouldn't!

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"i never wear one - havent for about 20 years - hate the things"

Not wearing one is far healthier for your boobs than wearing an incorrectly fitting one

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By *orum TrollWoman
over a year ago

•+• Access Denied •+•

underwires always went into my armpits, glad i've never really needed a bra coz i sacked them off ages ago.

maybe if more people fitted you for one then i'd have stuck with them.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"My friend is a Markies bra fitter, she always has her trusty tape measure and gets the girls sorted!

Its so much more comfortable to have a good fitted bra though, its mad tothink how many are persevering with bits sticking in where they shouldn't!"

xx

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By *orkie321bWoman
over a year ago

Nottingham

All of my bras are ill fitting. I shop at bravissimo and even they struggle to find one that actually fits properly. I don't go in looking for something nice or pretty, i just want one that fits properly. I usually end up with one that is "the best we can do but not quite right".

I have tried pretty much every brand available but nothing is just the right fit for me

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By *uxom _edCouple
over a year ago

Shrewsbury

I'm an in between chest size at 33 inches with ample bust.

I'm currently in a 34 j cup. A tiny bit too big around the back and wires cone under my arm pits.

A 32 is a little too tight.

Any suggestions?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Ladies. Boob or bust! Seriously since i followed their measuring its been amazing. I went down in band and up in cup and no double boob, no arm pit boobs and my posture feels better.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"All of my bras are ill fitting. I shop at bravissimo and even they struggle to find one that actually fits properly. I don't go in looking for something nice or pretty, i just want one that fits properly. I usually end up with one that is "the best we can do but not quite right".

I have tried pretty much every brand available but nothing is just the right fit for me "

Do they do a measuring service too?

If not I'd go to Debenhams or John Lewis, get them measu_ed and go back and get some bras that fit

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I'm an in between chest size at 33 inches with ample bust.

I'm currently in a 34 j cup. A tiny bit too big around the back and wires cone under my arm pits.

A 32 is a little too tight.

Any suggestions? "

I wouldn't dream of personal over the net advise. Other than shop around. Different retailers use various suppliers. There is something out there. Good luck. At least you're breast aware which is great xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I could not agree more. Always been int in a woman's bra size since the first porn I read was the u drew ear section of a Kay's catolouge when I was a kid! And more ladies than not have never had their tits measu_ed

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By *edMan
over a year ago

cambridgeshire

So...

How can i get this job? Sounds like a great career change

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"All of my bras are ill fitting. I shop at bravissimo and even they struggle to find one that actually fits properly. I don't go in looking for something nice or pretty, i just want one that fits properly. I usually end up with one that is "the best we can do but not quite right".

I have tried pretty much every brand available but nothing is just the right fit for me

Do they do a measuring service too?

If not I'd go to Debenhams or John Lewis, get them measu_ed and go back and get some bras that fit "

Please be careful giving advise for various stores. All depts stores and brands measure differently for their own supplied bras. This industry needs standardising. This is one of the reasons women are confused and wear incorrect sizing. The advice I've given at the start of the thread is how a bra should fit from any retailer.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Ladies. Boob or bust! Seriously since i followed their measuring its been amazing. I went down in band and up in cup and no double boob, no arm pit boobs and my posture feels better. "

Hurrah xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I offer a free measuring service to all ladies in the comfort of their own home...

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By *ips n NipsWoman
over a year ago

in dreams

I went for a bra fitting again recently as in the past few years I've lost 10st, been pregnant, breastfed etc. I also gone from a size 14 to a size 10/12 in the last 6 months so was convinced I needed new bras. Apparently I'm still a 34dd, can't see it myself but the women in VS and Bravissimo both seemed convinced. I'm just not sure I should still be a 34 back.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I get properly measu_ed fairly often. Just found a lovely small independent lingerie shop in Worcester that has a measuring service.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Jesus that's a complicated do for a nork pouch...

Bad bra's are evidently the Islamic state of the underware world...

Tsk tsk tsk.. .

Booooooo bad bras.

In other news I will happily provide in house measuring service and boob tuning is half price all through April.

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By *hugwelMan
over a year ago

Jersey


"Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

"

Great advice also many makers products differ like shirts PS you are a darling too

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would agree that majority of women are wearing the wrong size, I've had bra fittings before and am ashamed to say... It's not often enough!

Will make a point of doing this.... Thanks for posting this thread OP xxx

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

Great advice also many makers products differ like shirts PS you are a darling too "

Awwww shucks xx

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I would agree that majority of women are wearing the wrong size, I've had bra fittings before and am ashamed to say... It's not often enough!

Will make a point of doing this.... Thanks for posting this thread OP xxx "

thank you for pledging to go xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

How often would you suggest we go??

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By *igeiaWoman
over a year ago

Bristol


"I went for a bra fitting again recently as in the past few years I've lost 10st, been pregnant, breastfed etc. I also gone from a size 14 to a size 10/12 in the last 6 months so was convinced I needed new bras. Apparently I'm still a 34dd, can't see it myself but the women in VS and Bravissimo both seemed convinced. I'm just not sure I should still be a 34 back."

It comes off differently for different people. I started losing weight at a size 20 and a 40F. 5 stone down I am a 14 and a 36E. So I've gone down more in the ribcage than the cupsize. I also now know balconettes don't work for my changed boob shape. I still have a few but they are for temporary looking at, not everyday supportive wear.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

im pretty confident im bigger than a JJ cup,,, but squeeze in that size because its rare to find anything remotely half decent bigger

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"How often would you suggest we go?? "

Every six months is the average life span of a regularly worn bra so ideally you should be measu_ed as you make a purchase. Even a lady whose weight never fluctuates will over time change body shape with age. I can't recommend enough getting your daughters into this routine too. It's really not daunting and we endeavour to treat everyone with the upmost respect and empathy. Xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"All of my bras are ill fitting. I shop at bravissimo and even they struggle to find one that actually fits properly. I don't go in looking for something nice or pretty, i just want one that fits properly. I usually end up with one that is "the best we can do but not quite right".

I have tried pretty much every brand available but nothing is just the right fit for me "

Do they do a measuring service too?

If not I'd go to Debenhams or John Lewis, get them measu_ed and go back and get some bras that fit

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"im pretty confident im bigger than a JJ cup,,, but squeeze in that size because its rare to find anything remotely half decent bigger

"

Internet has an array of suppliers to meet your requirements xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Every six months, blimey I'm definitely over due!

Thankfully I've no daughter's to worry about....

Thanks again OP x

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Every six months, blimey I'm definitely over due!

Thankfully I've no daughter's to worry about....

Thanks again OP x "

no problems. Good luck xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Norks need to be measu_ed in hands like horses

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By *horeinadrawWoman
over a year ago

near kings lynn


"All of my bras are ill fitting. I shop at bravissimo and even they struggle to find one that actually fits properly. I don't go in looking for something nice or pretty, i just want one that fits properly. I usually end up with one that is "the best we can do but not quite right".

I have tried pretty much every brand available but nothing is just the right fit for me "

Im with you on this 1 hun. "Thats the best you will get" is what i come out with. I never even bother thinking i may possibly get a sexy bra. Scaffolding that just about does its job is what im after lol.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

"

U must work for M&S

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

But different makes seem to size differently.

As well as that, m and s sized me as a 36b, a week later rigby and peller sized me as a 34d. R and p told me to always try on a bra before buying to check fitting, as bras will fit differently due to the variety of makes, shapes, designs and the way your body changes.

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By *nterracial2Couple
over a year ago

Ribble Valley

Thank you for posting this up. For years I suffe_ed with ill fitting bras due to my size until discovering a certain bra fitting service. Basically I went through puberty and was blessed with 28E's. Now a little late they're sizing up 30FF's, I'm about to get resized soon too as I can feel when they've outgrown my size etc.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"But different makes seem to size differently.

As well as that, m and s sized me as a 36b, a week later rigby and peller sized me as a 34d. R and p told me to always try on a bra before buying to check fitting, as bras will fit differently due to the variety of makes, shapes, designs and the way your body changes. "

Perfect advise and one frequently given. Which is why I posted the advise at the opening. That will ensure a perfect fit every time irrespective of supplier and store xx

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thank you for posting this up. For years I suffe_ed with ill fitting bras due to my size until discovering a certain bra fitting service. Basically I went through puberty and was blessed with 28E's. Now a little late they're sizing up 30FF's, I'm about to get resized soon too as I can feel when they've outgrown my size etc. "

Great to read you're breast aware and regularly fitted xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

"

I feel your pain I'm a bra fitter too and been doing it 7 years and yes too many women wear wrong fitting bras

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe

I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita"

Wearing the wrong bra probably for years

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita"

In just the same way as any other part of your body changes shape with age, babies, weight gain and loss. You're just more aware of your boobies because you've had a starting point measurement. If we measu_ed our calfs, thighs, hips, buttocks they will all have measu_ed differently over these periods of time. Xx

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita

Wearing the wrong bra probably for years "

Nope... I have been trained how to correctly fit a bra ... Hence the awareness of changes and buying the correct size for my current shape.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita

Wearing the wrong bra probably for years

Nope... I have been trained how to correctly fit a bra ... Hence the awareness of changes and buying the correct size for my current shape. "

Good on you when I was first fitter before being a bra fitter I was wearing a 34c now I wear a 30dd

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita

In just the same way as any other part of your body changes shape with age, babies, weight gain and loss. You're just more aware of your boobies because you've had a starting point measurement. If we measu_ed our calfs, thighs, hips, buttocks they will all have measu_ed differently over these periods of time. Xx"

Very probably... It's just strange as I didn't expect to end up with this class size...

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita

In just the same way as any other part of your body changes shape with age, babies, weight gain and loss. You're just more aware of your boobies because you've had a starting point measurement. If we measu_ed our calfs, thighs, hips, buttocks they will all have measu_ed differently over these periods of time. Xx

Very probably... It's just strange as I didn't expect to end up with this class size..."

Embrace and love them......

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita

Wearing the wrong bra probably for years

Nope... I have been trained how to correctly fit a bra ... Hence the awareness of changes and buying the correct size for my current shape.

Good on you when I was first fitter before being a bra fitter I was wearing a 34c now I wear a 30dd"

I think many women over estimate back size and then end up with the wrong cup size.

How to get your bra size right should be taught at school

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita

Wearing the wrong bra probably for years

Nope... I have been trained how to correctly fit a bra ... Hence the awareness of changes and buying the correct size for my current shape.

Good on you when I was first fitter before being a bra fitter I was wearing a 34c now I wear a 30dd

I think many women over estimate back size and then end up with the wrong cup size.

How to get your bra size right should be taught at school "

Mothers should bring daughters in more regular I think and mothers should have theirs checked at same time

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita

In just the same way as any other part of your body changes shape with age, babies, weight gain and loss. You're just more aware of your boobies because you've had a starting point measurement. If we measu_ed our calfs, thighs, hips, buttocks they will all have measu_ed differently over these periods of time. Xx

Very probably... It's just strange as I didn't expect to end up with this class size...

Embrace and love them...... "

Hubby does

To be honest a bit smaller would be nice. It's annoying when a dress fits until you try to zip up over your boobs.

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita

Wearing the wrong bra probably for years

Nope... I have been trained how to correctly fit a bra ... Hence the awareness of changes and buying the correct size for my current shape.

Good on you when I was first fitter before being a bra fitter I was wearing a 34c now I wear a 30dd

I think many women over estimate back size and then end up with the wrong cup size.

How to get your bra size right should be taught at school

Mothers should bring daughters in more regular I think and mothers should have theirs checked at same time "

Very true... How to get the message out though ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita

Wearing the wrong bra probably for years

Nope... I have been trained how to correctly fit a bra ... Hence the awareness of changes and buying the correct size for my current shape.

Good on you when I was first fitter before being a bra fitter I was wearing a 34c now I wear a 30dd

I think many women over estimate back size and then end up with the wrong cup size.

How to get your bra size right should be taught at school

Mothers should bring daughters in more regular I think and mothers should have theirs checked at same time

Very true... How to get the message out though ?"

Don't know just hope women read the thread

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban


" There will be a brand or high street brand that suits your body shape."

Err.. find me a 38M then? No shop in Britain stocks them and i have to wear a 40L instead as i can just about find one. But it does all the things bras are not neant to do. Slides up at the back, so tight I have to do up at the front and slide round, catches on my arms, pushes me into my armpits, difs in between them....

I'd go back to making my own if i had the time because, quite frankly, bra shopping is a nightmare, even online. The pantonising attitude of websites once you get over a E cup drives me up the wall.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita

Wearing the wrong bra probably for years

Nope... I have been trained how to correctly fit a bra ... Hence the awareness of changes and buying the correct size for my current shape.

Good on you when I was first fitter before being a bra fitter I was wearing a 34c now I wear a 30dd

I think many women over estimate back size and then end up with the wrong cup size.

How to get your bra size right should be taught at school

Mothers should bring daughters in more regular I think and mothers should have theirs checked at same time

Very true... How to get the message out though ?

Don't know just hope women read the thread "

Sorry gtg for a bit spread the word

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban

Ooh and often i choose nnit to wear a bra at all, or use duct tape.

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By *gnitemybodyWoman
over a year ago

Onestepoutofthedoor


"I agree this is a great thread.

I finally convinced a friend who had been wearing a 36c to get measu_ed. I reckoned she was more 32D maybe a 34. Chuffed that I was right

Gaining and losing weight can have a huge impact on bra size. I was a 34b pre baby, then 34c. By my early 30s I had put on weight and was a 38c. I lost "weight" by exercising and am now a size 14 and a 34F . How does that happen?

Nita

Wearing the wrong bra probably for years

Nope... I have been trained how to correctly fit a bra ... Hence the awareness of changes and buying the correct size for my current shape.

Good on you when I was first fitter before being a bra fitter I was wearing a 34c now I wear a 30dd

I think many women over estimate back size and then end up with the wrong cup size.

How to get your bra size right should be taught at school

Mothers should bring daughters in more regular I think and mothers should have theirs checked at same time "

My daughter refuses to have a proper bra fitting,so she has to make do with me.

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban


"All of my bras are ill fitting. I shop at bravissimo and even they struggle to find one that actually fits properly. I don't go in looking for something nice or pretty, i just want one that fits properly. I usually end up with one that is "the best we can do but not quite right". "

With you on that. I tried Rigby and Peller and they couldn't find one that was comfortable for me.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I actually. Like my tits to fall out my bra. Especially in a club Lol xxx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I tend not to wear a bra unless I have to but I get measu_ed regularly since one of my friends ended up with nerve damage in her neck due to wearing bras too tight!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"i never wear one - havent for about 20 years - hate the things

Not wearing one is far healthier for your boobs than wearing an incorrectly fitting one "

just cant stand anything close fitting

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I actually. Like my tits to fall out my bra. Especially in a club Lol xxx"

you can let them fall into my hands if you like

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By *FFB69Woman
over a year ago

Torfaen/Gwent


"Ladies. Boob or bust! Seriously since i followed their measuring its been amazing. I went down in band and up in cup and no double boob, no arm pit boobs and my posture feels better. "

I would recommend BOB to everyone! Nightmare trying to convince women that it's right though as so many don't understand that band and cup size are relevant to each other and that "f" or "g" isn't a size. A 32F and a 36F are different sizes.

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By *FFB69Woman
over a year ago

Torfaen/Gwent


" There will be a brand or high street brand that suits your body shape.

Err.. find me a 38M then? No shop in Britain stocks them and i have to wear a 40L instead as i can just about find one. But it does all the things bras are not neant to do. Slides up at the back, so tight I have to do up at the front and slide round, catches on my arms, pushes me into my armpits, difs in between them....

I'd go back to making my own if i had the time because, quite frankly, bra shopping is a nightmare, even online. The pantonising attitude of websites once you get over a E cup drives me up the wall.

"

Have you heard of Ewa michalak? Expensive but good. Might be worth a look. They do bigger sizes x

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By *FFB69Woman
over a year ago

Torfaen/Gwent


"Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

"

Isn't the band meant to take the majority of the weight not the straps?

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

Isn't the band meant to take the majority of the weight not the straps? "

No. The band anchors the bra xx

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

Isn't the band meant to take the majority of the weight not the straps? "

It will work out that way for small cup sizes probably. But for a larger bust, even with a wide back band, the straps have to hold a fair bit of weight.

Getting fitting right matters even more for the larger bust, but I find getting a good fit much more difficult since I exceeded a DD.

Nita

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

Isn't the band meant to take the majority of the weight not the straps?

It will work out that way for small cup sizes probably. But for a larger bust, even with a wide back band, the straps have to hold a fair bit of weight.

Getting fitting right matters even more for the larger bust, but I find getting a good fit much more difficult since I exceeded a DD.

Nita"

Strapless bras for a larger cup really don't offer sufficient support.

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By *andi_shopWoman
over a year ago

rotherham

I've been measu_ed multiple times at different department stores and underwear shops, I'm not even on the charts when it comes to sizing, i wear a 34c and it feels comfy

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"I've been measu_ed multiple times at different department stores and underwear shops, I'm not even on the charts when it comes to sizing, i wear a 34c and it feels comfy"

Why? What size have you been told you are?

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By *andi_shopWoman
over a year ago

rotherham


"I've been measu_ed multiple times at different department stores and underwear shops, I'm not even on the charts when it comes to sizing, i wear a 34c and it feels comfy

Why? What size have you been told you are?"

That's the thing, when they measure I'm a 34 but not even an a cup according to the numbers. They suggest a b/c cup by visually checking them

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By *FFB69Woman
over a year ago

Torfaen/Gwent


"Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

Isn't the band meant to take the majority of the weight not the straps?

It will work out that way for small cup sizes probably. But for a larger bust, even with a wide back band, the straps have to hold a fair bit of weight.

Getting fitting right matters even more for the larger bust, but I find getting a good fit much more difficult since I exceeded a DD.

Nita"

I've been told no matter what size the band is still meant to take the majority of the support. That's why lower bands and larger cups are better. Most people who are something like a 40D would find that actually they'd fit better into a smaller size. I know of so many women who have gone from that size to fitting into a 36/38 with a higher cup size.

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By *FFB69Woman
over a year ago

Torfaen/Gwent


"I've been measu_ed multiple times at different department stores and underwear shops, I'm not even on the charts when it comes to sizing, i wear a 34c and it feels comfy

Why? What size have you been told you are?

That's the thing, when they measure I'm a 34 but not even an a cup according to the numbers. They suggest a b/c cup by visually checking them "

Google Boob or Bust and measure yourself using their calculator! You're definitely bigger than an A cup. Depending what shop you go to they will "plus 4" your size which leads to people wearing bigger bands than they need to.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

Isn't the band meant to take the majority of the weight not the straps?

It will work out that way for small cup sizes probably. But for a larger bust, even with a wide back band, the straps have to hold a fair bit of weight.

Getting fitting right matters even more for the larger bust, but I find getting a good fit much more difficult since I exceeded a DD.

Nita

I've been told no matter what size the band is still meant to take the majority of the support. That's why lower bands and larger cups are better. Most people who are something like a 40D would find that actually they'd fit better into a smaller size. I know of so many women who have gone from that size to fitting into a 36/38 with a higher cup size. "

Not necessarily no however I'm only here to raise awareness of the number of ladies that aren't in the correct size, provided the advise of how to check your bra is fitting correctly above then I'm a happy bunny.

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"

Isn't the band meant to take the majority of the weight not the straps?

It will work out that way for small cup sizes probably. But for a larger bust, even with a wide back band, the straps have to hold a fair bit of weight.

Getting fitting right matters even more for the larger bust, but I find getting a good fit much more difficult since I exceeded a DD.

Nita

I've been told no matter what size the band is still meant to take the majority of the support. That's why lower bands and larger cups are better. Most people who are something like a 40D would find that actually they'd fit better into a smaller size. I know of so many women who have gone from that size to fitting into a 36/38 with a higher cup size. "

I think it's probably because many are wearing the wrong size in the first place, because The correct band size may feel tight.

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"I've been measu_ed multiple times at different department stores and underwear shops, I'm not even on the charts when it comes to sizing, i wear a 34c and it feels comfy

Why? What size have you been told you are?

That's the thing, when they measure I'm a 34 but not even an a cup according to the numbers. They suggest a b/c cup by visually checking them "

If you don't already have a well fitting bra when measu_ed, it can be a bit trial and error... Though looking at your photos 34c is probably not far out ...

Nita

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By *obin_and_marionMan
over a year ago

Beaconsfield

If you've got big boobs how to you do the back strap riding up?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"All of my bras are ill fitting. I shop at bravissimo and even they struggle to find one that actually fits properly. I don't go in looking for something nice or pretty, i just want one that fits properly. I usually end up with one that is "the best we can do but not quite right".

I have tried pretty much every brand available but nothing is just the right fit for me

Do they do a measuring service too?

If not I'd go to Debenhams or John Lewis, get them measu_ed and go back and get some bras that fit

Please be careful giving advise for various stores. All depts stores and brands measure differently for their own supplied bras. This industry needs standardising. This is one of the reasons women are confused and wear incorrect sizing. The advice I've given at the start of the thread is how a bra should fit from any retailer. "

Bras in different shops are different sizes, it's ridiculous. I always take a few into the changing rooms to try on.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I hate getting fitted for bras.

No matter where I go they always try and shove me in to ridiculously small bra that's digging into my ribs and say "that fits you perfect"

Aye right sure if I want bruised ribs it does

-Amelia

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"If you've got big boobs how to you do the back strap riding up? "

Buy the right size

I'm not being rude. You might need a smaller back size than you think.

Nita x

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By *opsy RogersWoman
over a year ago

London

I have only ever found one particular bra that ever fitted properly and that was from Rigby and Pellar, a second from ebay.

I daresay if I was willing to pay over 25 quid for one, I may find one that fits but I doubt it. They are a rip off and manufactures take the piss. M&S are the worst, none of them fit properly and they all assume all boobs are the same shape.

I recently found a balcony that came close to fitting but after a couple of washes it was crap. I know exactly what I'd do with my lottery win!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

When I was younger I thought I was a 36C as that's what a high street store told me. It wasn't until I got my boobs measu_ed properly I realised the difference a well fitted bra made.

I need them measu_ed again as with age & weight loss they seem to have diminished...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I have only ever found one particular bra that ever fitted properly and that was from Rigby and Pellar, a second from ebay.

I daresay if I was willing to pay over 25 quid for one, I may find one that fits but I doubt it. They are a rip off and manufactures take the piss. M&S are the worst, none of them fit properly and they all assume all boobs are the same shape.

I recently found a balcony that came close to fitting but after a couple of washes it was crap. I know exactly what I'd do with my lottery win!"

Yes!! To the M&S observation

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Hi ladies ..... just to clarify a bra size is just that, a size. Don't get hung up on it. Use a measurement as a guide to get the correct fit using the guide I mentioned in the opening thread. A bra fitter now fits by sight not a tape. We are trained to fit visually. A measurement will only be taken if you don't know your guide size when you have an appointment. You are all right in saying that style, brand, store can differ but not greatly. Always visually fit yourself do not rely on a tape measure.

Large breasted women, it's usually better to fit slightly firmer on the underband and increase in cup. I.e. Measu_ed size 38 cup F .... as in my own size. However I usually fit myself in a 36 G.... this keeps the actual cup the same size but anchors the bra to help the straps support the breast. Hope this helps

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham

I know quite a few women who have gone to high street shops and had a bra fitting, only to complain afterwards they are wearing the wrong bra.

Apart from your handy guide, how can the women get it right?

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By *ruitWoman
over a year ago

near kings lynn

I currently wear a 38GG but recently lost a stone and a half. Its 4cm off my boobs. I am going to go in and get fitted in my usual store but hate it. They all look so ugly and no knickers to fit in the style i want.

Cant afford big prices but just want a nice bra.

I agree that the correct bra fit is essential xx

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I know quite a few women who have gone to high street shops and had a bra fitting, only to complain afterwards they are wearing the wrong bra.

Apart from your handy guide, how can the women get it right?"

Take a friend and fit each other using the visual guide. The only bra that will not suit all breast shape is plunge, steer away from that style. The easiest fit for most breast shapes is the balcony. Full cup smooth is the best for smooth lines ( t shirts ) anyone else wanting further advise please inbox me. Happy shopping ladies..... xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I like bravissimo ,expensive but worth it .

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I always wear wrong size bras.

Mainly because I rarely wear them and I don't know my size

You'd hate me OK to be honest hahahaha

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

*OP not OK

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I know quite a few women who have gone to high street shops and had a bra fitting, only to complain afterwards they are wearing the wrong bra.

Apart from your handy guide, how can the women get it right?"

that is probably because they get their bra fitting done then go off to other shops to buy the bras..

bra sizes vary between shops just the same as jeans sizes or dress sizes..

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban


"

Have you heard of Ewa michalak? Expensive but good. Might be worth a look. They do bigger sizes x "

They don't do big enough cups for me.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My last bra cost £95 -- it does rile me that well-fitted larger bras that I like visually are so costly.

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban


"My last bra cost £95 -- it does rile me that well-fitted larger bras that I like visually are so costly. "

What riles me is the lack of choice. There is literally 1 model of bra available in the uk that comes close to futting me and if i manage to lose weight, which i need to do, tgere will be none available.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"My last bra cost £95 -- it does rile me that well-fitted larger bras that I like visually are so costly.

What riles me is the lack of choice. There is literally 1 model of bra available in the uk that comes close to futting me and if i manage to lose weight, which i need to do, tgere will be none available."

It is indeed frustrating, I get ya.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"My last bra cost £95 -- it does rile me that well-fitted larger bras that I like visually are so costly.

What riles me is the lack of choice. There is literally 1 model of bra available in the uk that comes close to futting me and if i manage to lose weight, which i need to do, tgere will be none available."

Out of interest what size do you wear?

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban


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Out of interest what size do you wear?"

40L althougb i should wear a 38M. I wear jane from simply be as its the only cotton bra in that size i can find in the uk.

I resent that if you are under a D cup you get offe_ed a choice of colours, of styles and fabrics. Us big of bosom just get offe_ed big bras. I don't want big bras. I want big cups. I also want options of strapless, cleavage enhancing and pretty bras.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

L cup

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By *earandmonkeyCouple
over a year ago

uxbridge


"All of my bras are ill fitting. I shop at bravissimo and even they struggle to find one that actually fits properly. I don't go in looking for something nice or pretty, i just want one that fits properly. I usually end up with one that is "the best we can do but not quite right".

I have tried pretty much every brand available but nothing is just the right fit for me "

Same i can get most of the list sorted except that the bit of the bra that should sit on the skin between the boobs never ever does it sticks out at the top of the wires between my boobs andi have even tried going up a cup size but that just makes the cups gape.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"My last bra cost £95 -- it does rile me that well-fitted larger bras that I like visually are so costly.

What riles me is the lack of choice. There is literally 1 model of bra available in the uk that comes close to futting me and if i manage to lose weight, which i need to do, tgere will be none available."

surely if everything goes down in size there will be more choice - or so people say -

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I always wear wrong size bras.

Mainly because I rarely wear them and I don't know my size

You'd hate me OK to be honest hahahaha "

And it's now being said going braless is better for you, so good for you

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By *orkie321bWoman
over a year ago

Nottingham


"All of my bras are ill fitting. I shop at bravissimo and even they struggle to find one that actually fits properly. I don't go in looking for something nice or pretty, i just want one that fits properly. I usually end up with one that is "the best we can do but not quite right".

I have tried pretty much every brand available but nothing is just the right fit for me

Same i can get most of the list sorted except that the bit of the bra that should sit on the skin between the boobs never ever does it sticks out at the top of the wires between my boobs andi have even tried going up a cup size but that just makes the cups gape."

To get the wire to sit flat on the chest between the boobs you usually need a smaller back size. When you go down a size at the back you normally need to go up a cup size. I.e if you usually wear a 36e try a 34f.

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By *atietvsheffTV/TS
over a year ago

Sheffield

I know it's not the same for us tv's obviously, and I'm sure I will get some feedback, I am also hoping that for a miracle that there are bra designers on here and that they would read this post.

Given that there are many many many tv's in the world and we obviously wear bras as well, which means that we are also customers and "target market" for bra manufacturers who spend just as much money if not more than women on our lingerie, but can manufacturers produce bra's in the 40-42 size range that have cup sizes in the smaller range as well, above a size 38 you cannot get a B cup anywhere and struggle to get a C cup, they are all D and above, I known real women's breasts are in proportion to their chest circumference so that's why cup sizes are likely to be D and above at the 40 to 42+ Size range and I also understand that real women will say bras are for real women so why would manufacturers cater for TVs at all, and we should just put up and shut up and make do with either a bra that it's too tight around the chest but has the right cup size we like to wear fur the appearance we want, or a size that doesn't cut in and end up very uncomfortable after a few hours but gives cup sizes that don't fit our breast forms or the appearance we are wanting to achieve.

I hope you real ladies appreciate and the context I write this post. Just give me a size 42 Bcup in every Range so I can have a bra that fits, I'm happy to pay the same price as real women pay for their bras just give me the size I want........

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban


"

surely if everything goes down in size there will be more choice - or so people say - "

Ahh yes you would think that...for some reason I don't lose weight from the boobs. So if I lose overall then my boobs become comparatively bigger, the back size goes down but the cup suze goes up.

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban


"

Given that there are many many many tv's in the world and we obviously wear bras as well, which means that we are also customers and "target market" for bra manufacturers who spend just as much money if not more than women on our lingerie, but can manufacturers produce bra's in the 40-42 size range that have cup sizes in the smaller range as well, above a size 38 you cannot get a B cup anywhere and struggle to get a C cup, they are all D and above, I known real women's breasts are in proportion to their chest circumference so that's why cup sizes are likely to be D and above at the 40 to 42+ Size range and I also understand that real women will say bras are for real women so why would manufacturers cater for TVs at all, and we should just put up and shut up and make do with either a bra that it's too tight around the chest but has the right cup size we like to wear fur the appearance we want, or a size that doesn't cut in and end up very uncomfortable after a few hours but gives cup sizes that don't fit our breast forms or the appearance we are wanting to achieve.

I hope you real ladies appreciate and the context I write this post. Just give me a size 42 Bcup in every Range so I can have a bra that fits, I'm happy to pay the same price as real women pay for their bras just give me the size I want........ "

Does this float your boat.

http://www.julipa.com/shop/pretty-secrets-kara-satin-lace-padded-balcony-bra/gv030/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=5204#colour:Black/Pink,size:42B

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By *atietvsheffTV/TS
over a year ago

Sheffield


"

Given that there are many many many tv's in the world and we obviously wear bras as well, which means that we are also customers and "target market" for bra manufacturers who spend just as much money if not more than women on our lingerie, but can manufacturers produce bra's in the 40-42 size range that have cup sizes in the smaller range as well, above a size 38 you cannot get a B cup anywhere and struggle to get a C cup, they are all D and above, I known real women's breasts are in proportion to their chest circumference so that's why cup sizes are likely to be D and above at the 40 to 42+ Size range and I also understand that real women will say bras are for real women so why would manufacturers cater for TVs at all, and we should just put up and shut up and make do with either a bra that it's too tight around the chest but has the right cup size we like to wear fur the appearance we want, or a size that doesn't cut in and end up very uncomfortable after a few hours but gives cup sizes that don't fit our breast forms or the appearance we are wanting to achieve.

I hope you real ladies appreciate and the context I write this post. Just give me a size 42 Bcup in every Range so I can have a bra that fits, I'm happy to pay the same price as real women pay for their bras just give me the size I want........

Does this float your boat.

http://www.julipa.com/shop/pretty-secrets-kara-satin-lace-padded-balcony-bra/gv030/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=5204#colour:Black/Pink,size:42B"

Gorgeous, never heard of the brand so thanks for showing me the site, I've been dressing since 13 and buying my own lingerie since I was 18 and have only bought from the usual high street brands M&S,Next, Debenhams etc so lesson learnt about looking wider on my next shopping spree,

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Don't look big in ur pics

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban


"Don't look big in ur pics"
i know.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Maybe you need a custom made bra? Awesome size though! What was ur first size how long they take to grow?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I just solve the problem by not wearing them.

#bralessrebel

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban


"Maybe you need a custom made bra? Awesome size though! What was ur first size how long they take to grow?"

Lol. Do you know anywhere that custom makes?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I just solve the problem by not wearing them.

#bralessrebel"

I'm in this gang

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Any pics of ur awesome tits?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Any pics of ur awesome tits?"

There's always one.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Thanks for posting op, I don't remember the last time I was fitted for a bra must get to it!

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban


"I just solve the problem by not wearing them.

#bralessrebel

I'm in this gang "
me too at weekends.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Great post op

I used to go to m and s for fitting and they put me in the wrong size

I go to a small independent bra shop with expert fitters you may pay more but when you are a g or gg cup it's well worth it for the shape and support .........

I support your campaign!

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Great post op

I used to go to m and s for fitting and they put me in the wrong size

I go to a small independent bra shop with expert fitters you may pay more but when you are a g or gg cup it's well worth it for the shape and support .........

I support your campaign! "

Thank you lovely xx

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Thanks for posting op, I don't remember the last time I was fitted for a bra must get to it! "

Ready Steady Gooooooo xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No but look on int u probs find someone

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If I go down a back size it doesn't fasten tho...

So that logic doesn't work.

Bras are too.shallow under the arms for me.. Armpit squidge.

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By *arvin35Man
over a year ago

penrith

I think we need a pic of the OP in just her bra to see how a properly sized one fits! then pop it off to demonstrate unsupported! you're very lovely

Good advice for the ladies though in all seriousness

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By *s ParisWoman
over a year ago

My Dungeon Room

Nearest bra fitters to me would be 60 miles away I'm totally wearing the wrong size for years. we have m&s here but no measuring service and the biggest size they do here in store is a 40E I shop online for my bras and have to guess I'm wearing 44F at the moment but the underwire on some of them really cuts the hell out of me

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Nearest bra fitters to me would be 60 miles away I'm totally wearing the wrong size for years. we have m&s here but no measuring service and the biggest size they do here in store is a 40E I shop online for my bras and have to guess I'm wearing 44F at the moment but the underwire on some of them really cuts the hell out of me "

I really would recommend you make the effort to get into a town where the service is offe_ed. It will pay dividends in the long run. Good luck

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"If I go down a back size it doesn't fasten tho...

So that logic doesn't work.

Bras are too.shallow under the arms for me.. Armpit squidge.

"

Bras are designed to hold breast tissue not squidge. Unfortunately if this is where you ( as do many ) carry excess skin then there's nothing a bra can do. Sorry Xx

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By *innamon!Woman
over a year ago

no matter


"Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

"

Since having radiotherapy my right breast has shrunk considerably. Now at least 2 sizes smaller than the left. E/f /small D what is your suggestion on a correct fitting bra in this instance. Would be good to know

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Ok ladies, do you have a bug bare? I have, one that if just one lady goes and gets herself fitted into a correctly fitted bra then I've achieved something today. Having been around the site now for approximately 5 months. I see, on a daily basis you ladies in bras that are ill fitting. As a full trained bra fitter for over 10 years I appreciate and promote breast health and is paramount. A bra that doesn't fit you correctly causes all sorts of issues. This can be from backache for us larger breasted ladies to being attributed to damaged breast tissue that could have the potential to turn cancerous. Please please please look at yourself in the mirror.

1. No wires should be touching breast tissue..

2. No double cupping or overhang in the cup.

3. The centre of the bra should be sat back against the chest wall.

4. The back band should sit horizontal, fastened on the middle hook and eye and NOT riding up at the back.

5. Straps should take the weight of the breast and lift. Not too tight. Pop your finger under the strap on top of the shoulder, you should be able to feel tension but leave it there comfortably.

6. Wires should sit outside the breast tissue, not too high into the armpit and cup the breast around the chest wall.

I'm not here to promote any particular high street fitting service but merely to point you in the direction of checking your bra size is correct. Our breast health is as crucial as having our regular smear test and using condoms when "swinging"...........

Since having radiotherapy my right breast has shrunk considerably. Now at least 2 sizes smaller than the left. E/f /small D what is your suggestion on a correct fitting bra in this instance. Would be good to know

"

Firstly I'm really sorry you hear you've had to undergo treatment of that nature and hope you're recovering well. All women are upto one cup size bigger and in all cases including yours we would always fit to the larger breast. Where difference is minimal often a padded bra ( non wi_ed ) if your treatment was for breast cancer would even out and keep shape. Where there's a significant difference and a prosthesis isn't requi_ed/unwanted then I'm afraid it would still be the same advise. To always fit to the larger breast. I'm only familiar with the high street solutions. There maybe something out there on the net that could offer a made to measure service but obviously would come at a cost. Xx

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over a year ago


"Nearest bra fitters to me would be 60 miles away I'm totally wearing the wrong size for years. we have m&s here but no measuring service and the biggest size they do here in store is a 40E I shop online for my bras and have to guess I'm wearing 44F at the moment but the underwire on some of them really cuts the hell out of me "

If u can, order online at m and s and pick them up. There's a bigger range.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Another fan of boob or bust here. Although my size still wasn't right with the measure. The measurements told me I'm a 42HH but I feel most comfortable in a 40G but depends on the shop. M&S measu_ed me at a 44 B . I was like WTF!! I was wearing 42d when I discove_ed the BOB site

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Tits look nice to me in ur pics

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over a year ago

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By *ruitWoman
over a year ago

near kings lynn

I got measu_ed today in M &S by a great lady. So helpful and funny.

Now wearing a 38G so went down a cup size. I now have a dark one (navy plus pattern) also a cream lacy one with pattern and lastly a moulded t-shirt bra style in a sexy black pattern with matching noonies for special occasions. So happy

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

one of Steve Wrights factoids today was that 75% of all women are wearing the wrong size bra

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I got measu_ed today in M &S by a great lady. So helpful and funny.

Now wearing a 38G so went down a cup size. I now have a dark one (navy plus pattern) also a cream lacy one with pattern and lastly a moulded t-shirt bra style in a sexy black pattern with matching noonies for special occasions. So happy "

I bet it feels better too?

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By *ruitWoman
over a year ago

near kings lynn

It does yes. My 2 last ones from there were awfully dead lol.

I now have 3 attractive bras that didn't cost the earth.

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