Rich women in the earlier centuries wore corsets to help elevate, reveal, and enhance the appearance of their breasts. Then, in the 1920s, the bandeau bra was introduced because wearing a bra was said to help improve posture, reduce back pain and prevent sagging. But according to many, bras were created merely for style and not for service.
I remember the first time I was introduced to the ‘thing’, which would keep my newly expanding chest intact. I was excited. I, all of a sudden, felt like a mature woman because I now wore a ladies bra beneath my school shirt. I wanted to tell the world that I was a young lady now. I would no more be the skinny little girl I used to be. I was transforming into a woman, with a bosom, just like the ones I would admire in the ‘Femina’ magazines back then.
But, slowly, in a few months, I began to dislike the bra I was once so excited about. I felt suffocated every time I wore it. Yes, my bust size had increased, and my mom bought me a size bigger, but that one just ended up being slightly loose and unusable, which would be more irritating than the tight ones. And, loose ones are dangerous, too, especially when you jump and play during the sports period at school. Boys can always add to the discomfort of your wardrobe malfunction. So, we tried various types of bras available then but in vain. Finally, I just stuck to the one that kept my breasts in place though the lookout, for the right one, was still on.
Fast forward to when I shifted to India. India had a variety of different sizes and types of bras for various purposes, and I was amazed at the variations. There were more than 30 types of bras since the first bra was introduced, for different outfits and different events, but what I did was, buy the right bras for the right occasion. Firstly, to reduce long term sagging breasts, you need to know which bra to wear and when. The four basic ones I use are as follows:
Further, you need to know your exact cup size not only your band size. If you are actually a 34D and you are wearing a 34B, there is high possibility that your breasts will not only lump out from the sides, you will also end up with bruises by the bra strap. You need to make sure your band size is right, cup size is perfect and your straps are adjusted correctly. Then, choose your bra according to your activity, and you will have the perfect breasts until you are 50 years old at least. All the best!
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Very important post. Not wearing proper bra can cause discomfort as well as lead to sagging. I usually wear sports bra, find them very comfortable but you can’t wear them with every outfit. I avoid wearing wired bras.
Yeah after i found some wires sticking out after a few washes, I stopped because my skin is quite sensitive to any metal.
This is a very informative post. It is very important to wear the right kind of bra. Unfortunately most women are not aware about it
Many of us do not see the need to wear a right size and type of bra. This is a very important post and a very informative one too. Thanks for sharing
This us very informative post. It always a tough job to find the right bra for a particular dress. And as you mentioned cup size matters a lot. Thanks for sharing this insightful read.
I also remember my first bra experience. My mom and elder sis took me to a really nice bra boutique where they used to customise according to size and shape. But overall for ladies with a heavier bust it is still difficult to get stylish affordable lingerie in India till date.
Yes my busty loved ones do have issues finding stuff in india. Also, a good backless bra is something I want to buy but cannot find till date.
The correct bra size and fit are definitely necessary for every woman. It improves posture and gives confidence when you look and feel good about yourself. Great post!
Yes totally true! You don’t have to keep thinking about it and the discomfort.
this is really a helpful guide for women who has trouble finding the right bra. thanks for sharing this, it is very informative.
So informative post, correct size and style of inner garment plays vital role in any dressing sense, and also to get utmost comfort.
Choosing the right bra is not easy. I too wear t-shirt bra comfortable in daily wear. This post is informative
good intimate wear is so important for ladies. This is such a helpful post.
The right bra is important for good fitting and long term too. Sagging is so common in women. Informative post!
This is really helpful for many ladies out there …I too feel right undergarments should be more important and on priority!!
I will refer to this post when next time I will go for a purchase. Thanks for the sharing h lots of options available according to the need.
It is definitely necessary for females to wear the right bra as it helps to prevent sagging and further health issues.
Indeed wearing the right bra and a correct bra with ur outfit is very imp. This is an informative nd useful post for ladies.
I swear by t-shirt bras to wear on a daily basis. Sports bras are the most comfortable but unfortunately can’t be worn under everything! A useful post.
This Is a great post. Indeed wearing the right bra and a correct bra with ur outfit is very imp. I had once gone to gym wearing a regular bra n I know how much discomfort I had. I ran and got myself a sports bra after that.
Loved reading through this wonderfully written post. Am passing it now to my wife … She would appreciate this 🙏
Correct bra size matters a lot and very few bloggers talk about it openly. This is such an insightful blog post as comfort comes first when fashion is the subject.
This is a great thing you took up, a topic usually not taken up but a required one for woman. Girls should be directed to this post.
I know.. it used be just a thing few days back but with time I have realized how important it is to choose the right size and the right brand..
We must emphasize on the right size of the bra otherwise you may suffer and get pain. Helpful post I liked the chart you shared with different types of bra.
Thanks Manisha. It helped me too!
I usually go for full coverage, shaper bras as they serve me well… Really nice post!
Yes right brand with right size.
Before I didn’t use to follow but more since 2-3 years I wear right bra and also sports bra during exercise.
Selecting a correct size is very important & i am very bad in that so this blog is completely helpful to person like me.
Glad it helps Silja!
I agree selecting a correct size bra is somewhat tricky and many women did not know how to do it. thanks a lot for sharing this useful information with this post, will help lots of women in selecting correct one for themselves.
A great guide to buying the right bra for every occasion. Hope more women read and learn from it.
Do share it with other women you know so they are aware and spread the same to people they know.
Ohhh..This is an informative nd useful post for ladies..would help so many girls out there. Thnks for sharing. Shall share with my friends..
Wearing a proper bra and at the right time is very important. You are right, market is full of different type of bras these days that it’s actually easy for young girls to pick one accordingly to their comfort and need. When we were growing up, I don’t think we had these many options. Thanks for educating me on the names.
Yeah we didn’t. Even I recently got to know about the various types available.
Sagging is one thing that I’m unable to over come. This is an important topic to talk on as a zillion of people wear the wrong size and also don’t know on the different types of bras.
I didn’t know most of the styles like plunge, balconette, bandeau. this is very useful for ladies who have got done with breastfeeding their babies.
This reminded me of my first introduction to bra, and how it was a hush hush thing to go and buy from a shop. I remember a lady used to come with all sorts of ladies stuff to our society and every lady would buy her bra from her with out even knowing what are the options available out there
This post is.perfect that shares tips for many woman. Shall share with my friends
Oh this is so useful for all the ladies who are clueless and often shy away from the lingerie section. Nicely put together.
This is a very informative post. Would help so many girls out there. It’s not more than 3 or 4 years when I discovered the bra world, till then as you said, it was that one basic bra.
Always selecting one is a difficult task for me. You have made me think more on this
I didn’t even know so many types of bras exist that are meant for a particular purpose… Such an informative post.
Trust me, there are more than are mentioned here. 😄
Super helpful post. Sagging is such a deep problem especially after breastfeeding and ageing.
True. Thanks for reading. Do share.