Bra Band Fitting Tips

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Did you know that the bra band provides the majority of support for your bust?  When fitting a client in a new bra I always begin with the band. This is the foundation of the garment and if it doesn’t fit, then there is no need to proceed with the bra fitting until you move into the appropriate band size.

 

The easiest way to check band fit is to attach the wings on the center hooks, then hook two fingers inside the band and gently pull out. If the band stretches easily away from the body, further than about two inches, then it is too big. If the band doesn’t pull away at all, you have difficulty hooking your fingers inside or the band cuts severely into the back and sides, then the band it too tight.

 

Make sure that this fit includes all aspects of the band lying flush against the body. The center gore (also known as the bridge) should be lying flat and the underwire should be settled in the crease between breast and chest.  Also, you can check to make sure that, in a side view, the fit the band is horizontal, not tilting up or down.  This means that if your band appears to be riding up to your shoulder blades, it does not fit.  The band should be in line with the bottom of your breast tissue all the way around your body.

 

A well-fitted band makes for a perfectly fit bra.  It will give you the support you need, lift your breasts, take the strain off our your bra straps and perhaps, make you walk a little straighter and prouder.  You can check out Bits of Lace for the perfectly-fitted bra that will do all of these things.  If you cannot come into our store in Charleston, SC, you may contact us via phone.  We ship everywhere!