Dressing Up Your New Breast Augmentation

Feb 23
08:59

2011

Andrew Stratton

Andrew Stratton

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Shopping for clothing and undergarments following breast augmentation can be a challenge. Many women who undergo breast augmentation, especially those who had very small chests to begin with, might have a bit of trouble properly supporting the new weight following surgery as well as picking appropriate clothing.

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Many women who undergo breast augmentation,Dressing Up Your New Breast Augmentation Articles especially those who had very small chests to begin with, might have a bit of trouble properly supporting the new weight following surgery as well as picking appropriate clothing. Such a drastic change in the shape of your body takes some getting used to, and it also means changing the way you dress, shop for clothing, and even your posture.

Support

Following a breast augmentation you will likely need to buy undergarments that provide a little extra support, especially for the initial six months to a year following surgery when the implants are still settling in and you may be experiencing mild discomfort. There are many women who were buying improperly sized bras well before their surgery, so don’t be embarrassed by having a sales person give you hand.

Before you buy any bras, have yourself measured by either a salesperson or a friend. Take a tape measure and first wrap it around your back and under your breasts, keeping the tape snug against your body but not too tight. This measurement is your band, but you’ll need to add anywhere from two to five inches. You’ll also notice that different brands measure band sizes in different ways, so don’t become too frustrated if you have to try on several different sizes, especially if switching makes.

The cup size is generally easier to determine, as you’ve had a breast augmentation, you’ll likely have discussed the size with your plastic surgeon already. Remember that there is still swelling, so you might have to buy a couple bras in a size larger to accommodate this. When trying on bras, make sure you can move freely in them yet they keep your breasts comfortable against your body. If any wires poke or irritate you try on a larger size or different type of bra. Some designs simply won’t fit your individual body type correctly. The straps should be adjustable, but that doesn’t mean you should buy it if you must have it on the loosest or tightest that is possible. No skin should be rippling or overflowing from the bra cups, especially out the sides. Unless, of course, you are choosing a low-cut or half bra, in which case only the top of your cleavage and not the sides should be more visible.

Wardrobe

Most women are thrilled to start shopping after their breast augmentation and often go for cleavage bearing shirts to show off their new chest. While there’s nothing wrong with a bit of flash, remember that you may receive some unwanted attention, and some people might even notice that you’ve had work done. If you want to keep your breast augmentation secret, it might be wise to still dress somewhat conservatively. A little goes a long way and your breast augmentation will still be noticeable under a higher neckline as it would be something plunging. Remember to also stand up straight. A larger chest can make you look top heavy or even slightly overweight if you don’t keep your shoulders squared and your back straight.