If you want to look your best no matter what the season, you need to have the right foundation. You should also, no matter what your size, find a bra that actually fits. Casual studies have shown that many women wear bras that don't fit, and plus-size women make up a large percentage of this demographic. It is essential to find a comfortable, supportive bra in order to perfect the fit of your clothes. If you want to get the most bang for your buck, spend your money on a good bra!



When it comes to finding your perfect bra fit their is no substitution for a professional fitting. Larger stores and chain stores that sell lingerie or other undergarments can usually accommodate this request. Both Victoria's Secret and Lane Bryant are two popular stores that have associates trained to measure bra size. Why is it important to have a professional fitting? Lots of women are wearing the wrong cup size and wrongly measure for cup size by the diameter of the ribcage. It's important to measure for both cup size and band size. The band should be snugly secure over your ribcage with the center brushing the sternum.

After your bra fitting, ask the clerk to show you some bras in your new size. Plus size women often have difficulty finding bras in their exact size. They usually require bras with a large cup size and a small band or a small cup size and a large band size. However, many retailers now cater to these special sizes. Check for a specialty bra shop or boutique in your area. If you don't have a local store available, check for one online. Although most stores do not stock a wide selection of sizes, their web sites offer an expansive selection of sizes and styles. You may be surprised to find a bra in your size is available in a variety of colors instead of the classic white, nude or black usually offered to plus size shoppers.

When you are trying to figure out what looks best on you, make sure that you have a good foundation to build on.