Guide to Bra Styles and Comfort

Most importantly, make sure you’re wearing the right size bra – you’d be amazed at how many women don’t! It’s been estimated that up to 80% of women are wearing the wrong size bra! Most women wear a bra too large in the back and too small in the cups. We recommend you read our bra size guide to help you find your correct size, but just remember that sizes can vary between manufacturers and different styles so click here for our bra size guide

Click this external link Bra Size Converter to convert from various international sizes or  to calculate your bra size from measurements.

If your bra is fitted properly then:
• The central section between the cups should fit flat to your body.
• Your breasts shouldn’t spill over the top of the cups, or bulge at the sides.
• The cups of your bra should fit well without wrinkling or bagging, otherwise the cup size is too big.
• The cup size is too small if your breasts overflow – try a larger cup size, or a different style for more coverage.
• Your bra should fit snugly on the loosest hook (because this will probably stretch with wear and then you can move to a tighter fitting).
• The back of the bra should fit straight across your back and not ride up. If you adjust the straps and hooks and it still rides up, try dropping down to the next back size, i.e. from 91.5 to 34.
• If you’ve got the opposite problem and the band digs in, try a larger back size.
• The straps should fit well and not slide off your shoulders or leave red marks. If they do, try adjusting the straps or opt for a bra with a different style of strap.

Guide to Bra Styles
There are lots of great styles to choose from and we’ve given you a quick guide to the best – these not only look great under your clothes, they look great without them too!
Full cup
This style is probably best for bigger cup sizes as it offers lots of support and shape for the wearer. But it still comes in lots of sexy styles that you’ll love wearing!
Half cup
Basically what it says – the cup on this bra offers less coverage and support than the full cup. It comes in a range of pretty styles and materials plus some styles may also have moulded cups for extra support and shape. The half cup looks great and is perfect for all occasions!
Balcony
Great for uplift and silhouette and looks terrific too! Perfect for low necklines.
Plunge
For sexy increased cleavage the plunge bra is perfect. Gives a great look under clothes and a very sexy silhouette.
Push-up
We think the name pretty much says it all! So for maximum effect (and cleavage!) you need a push-up bra – basically they create the effect of lots of cleavage by pushing the breasts together. Plus some may also have built in or removable pads to help create the look. They not only look fantastic but they’re perfect for low cut necklines and a sexy silhouette!