How to troubleshoot your bra size
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September 21, 2021Ready to troubleshoot your bra size? These simple questions will help you understand how fit works, and find the right bra size and fit.
Is your band sliding up your back?
It’s too big!
Are you wearing your straps too tight?
Band is probably too big!
Is your underwire sitting against your ribcage?
If not, band is too loose
If it’s on the breast tissue, most likely the band is still too loose & cup is too small
Are you experiencing spillage?
You might be in the right band but the wrong cup
Are you experiencing gaping?
Your cup may be too big
The style of bra might not be the best for your breast shape
Are your straps slipping?
The straps may be too loose
Band might be too loose
You might be in the wrong style for your body shape
Is your band cutting in along your back/squishing?
Band might be too tight and digging in.
Band might be too narrow.
Bra might be made with lightweight fabric and stronger elastic.
Band might actually be too loose and/or straps too tight, sliding up your back to the softer area under your arms.
More pro tips
- 80-85% of the bra support should come from the band. Straps are just a backup (crazy, right?)
- If you go down a band size, size up the cup to maintain cup capacity.
- The bottom band of your bra should be parallel to the floor.
- Recommend wearing the back of your bra band low and firm for support while avoiding the dreaded back squish!
- Try different styles and padding levels to find what works best for you!
We hope this helped! For any fit questions, don’t hesitate to contact us. If you’re all set, we encourage you to take the style quiz and order an Outlines Box! We have some of the most exciting, best fitting Adore Me bras in our assortment.
