Bra Fitting Question?

Question

I have been rather reluctant to do this, but I have a horrible timing finding a bra that properly fits. I have an average build but every bra seems to fit differently. I have decided to get fitted by a professional.

However, I am a bit nervous about the process. I was thinking about going to Victoria's Secret, but I am a little leery of having some 20 year old girl fit me. I am not much older, but I just wonder if they really know what they are doing.

Also I am a bit nervous about the process. Do I have to remove my bra to be fitted? What happens?

Answer 1

They do it over your shirt. You don't have to take anything off. My advice don't go to Victoria Secret I hear they don't know how to do it right. If you have a Fredrick's of Hollywood near you go there, they are nice and know what they are doing.. Hope I helped alittle..

Answer 2

Don't be nervous. They do it with your shirt and bra still on. You have to be in a bra to get an accurate measurement with the method that they use. It takes like a minute at the most and lots of people get it done. I've had it done, and I've watched people having it done. She does it really quick and then can help make some suggestions depending on what type of shape, support that you want.

That said, just because you have a proper measurement, doesn't mean that all bras are the same. Just like a size 10 pair of pants at one place can be completely different somewhere else. Your best bet is to get an accurate measurement and then go from there. Always buy a decent bra -- nothing cheap, look for sales. Victoria's has an awesome sale 2 times a year. And always try it on before you leave the store with it.

Now that I've discovered what a good bra is, I refuse to wear cheap ones.

Answer 3

Normally you do not remove your bra, the fitter will measure your band size (underneath your breasts) Your breast size and possible the measurement just over your breasts. The difference between the band and the bust usually determines the cup size, each inch being about a cup so if your band is 34 and your breasts are 36 you are a 34 B. Not all bras are equal and different styles fit differently. Your breast placement (side to side) will determine what style is best for you, Usually the further apart they are the more separated the cups have to be which means a bra that is cut deeper. Finally make sure you put your bra on right. That means bending over , so your breast tissue falls forward and placing your breasts in the cup. Don't just slap it on like an Ace bandage. (You will be amazed at how much that changes the way your breasts look in the bra.

Answer 4

The victoria secrets at my local mall was very helpful, the girl that helped me was also about 20 to 25. I was also wondering if she would be in the fitting room when I took my bra off?Well I explained my problems,and she said well lets see if if we can find you some sexy bras that fit you right. She asked me what type I liked and what was my bust. She returned and came into the fitting room without asking if I minded. Well she stayed in there while I tried on about 15 bras. I was quite embarrassed,but didn't say anthing. After about 45 mins I had about 9 bras that I felt really felt correct. She was very helpful and really knew how to fit you for a proper bra fitting.After it was all done, I was glad I had finally asked for help, despite her helping me while I tried on the bras.

Answer 5

Go to a special store which has experienced people. For years I had discomfort,bought many different type of bras,etc. Then I went to a bra store. The lady got me in a fitting room and I had to go shirtless. By looking at my bra she knew what was wrong. She got me the right size and right CUP size, et voila it fit great.
The problem was that I take a GG cup seize and normal stores only carry up to DD cup seize. That was the best thing I ever done. I'm 40, so I suffered for over 27 years.....good luck.

Answer 6

I get fitted at Victoria's all the time, every time my body changes again. The fitting woman does it right over your clothes, and not just any of the saleswomen know how to do it.
Then they take you to a dressing room and go out and find bras in your size and hand them over the door to you. You try them on, she comes back and asks how it fits.
You tell her whatever you want, whether it's more coverage, or under-wire, or not. Then she goes out to find what you're asking for.
They serve you, so don't be afraid to tell her exactly what you want. After all, you'll be spending a lot of money in there and you definitely want to get it right.
They spend all this time with you, because bras are non-refundable so they want to make sure that you get the right one.

Answer 7

Don't be nervous, It is extimated that 80% of women are not wearing the right size for them. Bra fitters are very helpful and understanding. (I know because I am a crossdresser.) I like to go to Penny's or other department stores when they are advertising that a bra fitter will be there.

Answer 8

the people at victoria secret are trained to do bra fittings properly and are very helpful. there are also speciality lingerie stores in some areas that offer professional bra fittings too, if you would feel more comfortable there.

Answer 9

properly, at first, you always would desire to be a woman. Secondly, you would be able to desire to bypass to a bra installation type. there is two (2) places they degree you, precise around the biggest area of your boobs and precise below the boobs, in basic terms chest. making use of those figures, they'd inform you precisely what length bra you desire, the two bra and cup length. in case you're questioning, sure, i've got consulted a bra installation professional at certainly one of our community shops.

Answer 10

ask a guy at the store to help u out