Common Bra Problems and Solutions

Pear Shape

Problem

The bra underband arches up the back. This is caused by the underband being too big or loss of elasticity in the bra from wear-and-tear.

Solution

Decrease your underband size. As the underband reduces, you may need to go up a cup size. Replace older bras.

Rectangle Shape

PROBLEM

When the cups are too small "double busting" is caused. The bust is not fully encased in the cup and spills out over the top or under the arm.

SOLUTION

Increase your cup size, eg. choose a B instead of an A. Check that your underband still fits correctly.

Hourglass Shape

PROBLEM

Underwires lift away from the bust at the bottom of the cup. This happens when the cup is too small - the wires should always sit under the breast.

SOLUTION

Increase your cup size, eg. choose a B instead of an A. Check that your underband still fits correctly.

Oval Shape

PROBLEM

Pain or discomfort at the sides of the breasts. It's important to check the wire positions, as breast discomfort can cause health issues.

SOLUTION

Check the cup size and the underband. You should be able to fit two fingers beneath the underband.

Inverted Triangle Shape

PROBLEM

Cups wrinkling or sitting away from the breasts. This is a sign that the cups are too big for the breast size causing a looser fit and less support.

SOLUTION

Reduce the cup size and check the
underband fits snugly. Slightly adjust
your bra straps.

Diamond Shape

PROBLEM

Strap discomfort/cutting into your shoulders, is caused when the straps are over tightened to try and pull the cup up for greater support.

SOLUTION

A well fitting bra should fit correctly in the cup and around the back. The
straps should just hold up the cup.