Bra Tips

Frequent fitting problems & solutions

1. Back underband rides up: Solution; Lengthen the straps. Try a smaller band size or choose a tighter setting on the band.; General Rule; The band should fit straight across the back. The lower edge should anchor just below the shoulder blades. Remember the lower the back band fits, the more support you get.; return to top↑

2. Underband digs in at the base of the cup: Solution; Try a looser hook placement Try a larger band size. Try a La Senza Dreamshapers bra extender.; General Rule; It should be comfortable enough to slip a finger underneath the band at the base of the cup.; return to top↑

3. Centre lifts away from the breastbone: Solution; Increase the cup size. If this doesn’t help a different style is needed.; General Rule; The center should fit close to the breastbone and not stand away at the center.; return to top↑

4. Underband is too tight: Solution; Try a looser hook placement. Try increasing the band size. Try a La Senza Dreamshaper bra extender.; General Rule; The band should fit closely but comfortably around the torso, if it leaves red marks on the skin it is too tight.; return to top↑

5. Breasts are dropping or sagging (bad projection): Solution; Tighten the straps. Try a smaller cup size or style (cups are either too big or too deep). Try inserting La Senza Illusions for a fuller look.; General Rule; Good projection means that the middle of the breast is at a 90-degree angle with the floor. The best solution for sagging breasts of any size is a full cup bra. Push up or Demi-cup styles will not provide adequate support.; return to top↑

6. Straps dig into shoulders: Solution; Loosen the straps. Try a bra with wider straps. Try placing bra strap pads under the straps (if available).; General Rule; Normally straps will be loosened to about half way, if they leave red marks in the shoulders, they are too tight.; return to top↑

7. Overflow of breast tissue from cup: Solution; Increase the cup size. Try a larger band size.; General Rule; A well-fitting bra should contain all of the breast tissue inside the cup.; return to top↑