“If your bra rides up in the back, it means the band size is too small. Go get fitted for a new one.”— Beth Buczynski, distractify.comTagged: Bras, clothing, fitted, Bras, Females
“Sew your bra strap inside your shirt. While I wouldn’t recommend spending this much energy on your clothes that aren’t worn for work or to special events, I think this is the perfect way to confidently go sleeveless without worrying about having a bright blue spray making a break for it down your sh…”— Samantha Escobar, thegloss.comTagged: Bras, Bra Straps, Sewing
“Getting fitted isn’t a one-time deal for anyone. Getting the perfect letter and number fit does not stop there. You can find the perfect bra, but then you get pregnant, you get your period, you go through menopause, you lose or gain weight.”— Adore Me, adoreme.comTagged: Bras, fitting, pregnant, period
“Store your bras with both cups open.”— Elizabeth Denton, seventeen.comTagged: Bras, cup size, Storage
“If you’re looking for a high impact sports bra, this jump test is a must. In fact 10 jumping jacks in a sports bra is a quick test of its support.”— Her Room, herroom.comTagged: Bras, Exercise, Sports Bra
“Test the fit of your bra by sliding your fingers between the bra band and the surface of your back. You can have someone help you out in the process. The rule of thumb is, if you can’t slide two fingers in, the band is too tight. If you can slide more than two fingers, it’s too loose.”— Chloe C, petitecherry.comTagged: Bras, bra size, cup size
“Sew cups into backless or low-back dresses so you don’t need to be left out!”— Jessica Booth, gurl.comTagged: Bras, Backless, dresses
“Use a paperclip to turn a conventional bra into a racerback in a pinch.”— Beth Buczynski, distractify.comTagged: Bras, Paperclips, Racerback
“Buy enough to last. Depending on how often it's washed and worn, the average bra can last from 6 months to a year without getting stretched out. Investing in two or three styles at once means you'll have plenty of choices in the months ahead.”— Alyssa Shaffer, womansday.comTagged: Bras, Shopping, clothing
“When you cannot get the band to fit you correctly even on the tightest closure, it is probably time to replace your bra.”— Alicia Fannin, fashion.allwomenstalk.comTagged: Bras, Band, Hooks
“If you're feeling frustrated trying on bras that just don't look or feel right, the problem isn't with your breasts. Try on different designers to see which one accommodates your size and body type best.”— Grace Gold, self.comTagged: Bras, Stores, Designers
“For women with breasts closely set, buy a nice push-up bra to shape the chest.”— Aditi Patel, womenpla.netTagged: Bras, breasts, chest
“It’s a common misconception that everyday bras should be a basic color. While having bras in neutral colors (such as black or soft tan) is essential to completing your bra wardrobe, wearing a fun printed bra (such as leopard or polka dots) or an uplifting color can feel like a special treat.”— Rebecca Daly, realsimple.comTagged: Bras, Colors, Prints
“Before you lay your bra out, make sure the cups aren't misshapen or folded, and use a towel to blot up excess water (don't wring or twist the bra).”— Monika Markovinovic, huffingtonpost.caTagged: Bras, Laundry, Drying
“Another option is packing your bras using items and systems you already have at home. For example, a ziploc bag. You can gently place them inside but leave some air so that it will be cushioned instead of flattened.”— Caroline, herpackinglist.comTagged: Bras, travel, Packing
“Don't forget to pick up some bra accessories, too, so you avoid any faux pas depending on what you'll be wearing. Breast petals and double-sided tape are always good to have on hand.”— Jessica Padykula, sheknows.comTagged: Bras, Accessories, Double-Sided Tape
“With your bra on, drop your bra straps off your shoulders. Your bra should stay pretty much in place, but maybe move down just a little. If, however, your bra falls off, or significantly drops, your bra straps are doing too much of the lifting.”— Her Room, herroom.comTagged: Bras, Bra Straps, fitting
“In pain from your straps digging into your shoulders? Slide silicone bra strap pads under your straps. They relieve the pressure that's caused by strap tugging, and prevent grooves in your skin.”— Elizabeth Denton, seventeen.comTagged: Bras, Bra Straps, pressure
“If you’re feeling really precise about bra storage, you can divide up your lingerie into separate sections in your drawer, thus elimination any clutter and preventing disorganization later on.”— Samantha Escobar, thegloss.comTagged: Bras, lingerie, Storage
“If you want to cover your neckline a bit but hate the bulk of a camisole, buy one that clips in.”— Alanna Okun, buzzfeed.comTagged: Bras, cleavage, Neckline