It is projected that eight out of ten women do not know their exact bra size. Choosing the wrong bra size can not only create an unflattering shape, it can lead to a number of health problems.
To highlight and address this issue, Chantelle hosted an exclusive bra fitting session at the Dubai Ladies Club, featuring a bra specialist to instruct women on how to find the perfect fit.
“Chantelle understands that every woman is created with her own unique and beautiful shape,” says Mélanie Colonval, Marketing Manager for Chantelle Group Middle East. “Our bra fitting session is designed to create awareness of all of the factors that need to be taken into consideration when buying a perfectly fitted bra.”
Wearing a bra that does not fit correctly can aggravate existing back conditions, create skin problems and negatively affect one’s posture.
To prevent these problems and reverse this trend, Chantelle has created a failsafe method of obtaining accurate bra measurements, as well as troubleshooting common bra fitting problems.
Selecting the right bra size
The size of a bra takes two measurements into account: the back measurement just below the bust and the bust measurement at its fullest part. Measurements should never be done on your own, as it is difficult to measure accurately across your back. For proper fitting it is best to consult a professional fitter who can advise women on their bra requirements.
Finding the perfect fit
A properly fitted bra is one that perfectly hugs the shape of the bust and supports it with no loss of comfort; the wearer shouldn't even be aware of it. Here are some tips to consider:
1. The back should be perfectly straight along the line below the bust to ensure good support.
2. The cradle (centerpiece between the cups) should lie flat against the chest to ensure good support.
3. If the bra has underwires, they should follow the bust contour snugly so as not to injure or chafe the wearer.
4. The cup must not cut into the bust, so as to remain comfortable and invisible under clothing.
5. The cup must not wrinkle or be too loose around the neckline, for support and aesthetic reasons.
6. The bra should not leave marks on the skin.
Troubleshooting common fitting problems
Using the following criteria, the symptoms of a badly-fitting bra can be identified and fixed.
Symptoms Solution 1 Solution 2
The back rises up Tighten the hooking, loosen the straps Decrease the back size, the circumference is too big
The cradle piece rises up Check the back is tight enough and the straps are not too tightly drawn Change to a larger cup
The neckline cuts into the bust Loosen the back and the straps Change to a larger cup
The underwiring digs into the bust Change to a larger cup
The cup does not hug the bust shape; there is a gap Reposition bust in the cups and adjust the straps Change to a smaller cup
The wearer’s breasts are of different sizes Choose a bra with cups adapted to the heavier breast Stretch lace
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By following Chantelle’s guidelines to finding your bra size and troubleshooting common fitting problems, women will discover the benefits of a well-fitted bra. Not only does a properly fitting bra create a well defined silhouette, it provides the necessary support and comfort all women need.
Chantelle is dedicated to providing women of the world with bras designed with extensive research because every woman deserves the ultimate comfort of a perfectly fitted bra. This is why Chantelle creates flawlessly fitted bras for women of all sizes. With bras ranging in size from A to G cup, women of all shapes and sizes can experience the feminine elegance and unparalleled fit of a Chantelle product.
About Chantelle Group:
The Chantelle Group is the top French leader of women’s lingerie. Since 1867, the group has marketed lingerie brands throughout the world, creating a close relationship with the women who wear their products. The group’s expertise lies in its ability to accentuate a woman’s own beauty while adding comfort and style with its expertise in design and fabric. The group attributes its leadership in the industry to the diversity of its brands, which perfectly meet the needs of consumers of consumers around the world.
