Getting the perfect fittake me back
  • The strap should be firm around your body
    The strap should be firm around your body
    The strap around your body should be firm but comfortable. Most of the support actually comes from around the back so if this is too big the bra will not support you.
  • The strap should be horizontal at the back
    The strap should be horizontal at the back
    When you stand side on at a mirror, the strap that runs around your body should be horizontal and should not ride up at the back at all.
  • You can run two fingers under the band
    You can run two fingers under the band
    You should be able to comfortably get two fingers underneath the band of the bra all around and also at the sides of the bra underneath the arms.
  • Flat wires at the front
    Flat wires at the front
    The wires at the front should lie flat against your rib cage and should not dig in, rub or poke out at the front.
  • Your boobs should be enclosed in the cup with no wrinkling of fabric
    Your boobs should be enclosed in the cup with no wrinkling of fabric
    Your boobs should be enclosed in the cup and you should have a smooth line where the fabric at the top of the cup ends and meets your bust. When you lift your arms, your boobs should remain enclosed in the cup.
  • Your boobs don't bulge over top or side of the cups  (even in a balconette or plunge  bra)
    Your boobs don't bulge over top or side of the cups
    (even in a balconette or plunge bra)
    You shouldn't have any ridge or bulging over the top or sides of the cups, even if you are wearing a lower cut style bra.
  • Give us a call
    If you would like any more help with finding a good fitting bra, please telephone our customer services consultants on 01926 459 859. We are experienced at giving fitting advice over the telephone and most of us are Bravissimo girls, so we are well equipped to help you! Our lines are open from 8.30am to 8.30pm on Monday to Friday, and from 9am to 5pm on Saturday.
    Come and get fitted at a Bravissimo store!
    Why not come and see us at one of our stores? You can browse our range and try on as many styles as you like in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Needless to say, our fitting consultants are experienced bra fitters and know which styles and shapes suit which figure types best. They will be happy to help you find styles that not only feel comfortable, but also make you feel fantastic!

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