Having done bra-repairs for a lingerie

Step 4 - Cup Size - Simple enough, just take your Bust Size, 36" minus your Band Size, 34" which equals a 2" difference. (36 - 34 = 2). Check with your bra manufacturer as to the inches in difference and Cup Size may vary. Some bra manufacturers consider a difference of 2 inches to equal a C cup. Whereas another bra manufacturer will consider a difference of 2 inches to be equal to a B cup. As another example, a difference of 6 inches for one bra manufacturer is equal to be a DDD cup. Whereas a difference of 6 inches for another bra manufacturer is equal to an F cup. It is always a good rule of thumb to inquire with your favorite bra manufacturer or retail vendor about how their bra vendors deduce what your overall measurement in inches should equal out to, so that you may get the proper difference in inches between your Bust Size and Band Size to find the best bra for you.

Having done bra-repairs for a Sexy lingerie-shop for the past ten years, I can testify that bras; if they are treated well, and you have enough of them to cycle; can easily last many years. I have clients, who bring in bras that our suppliers have long-ago discontinued. The colours are still bright, and the bra's structural integrity is still intact.

So; when bra-shopping; instead of thinking "replacement", think "wardrobe building". It takes some time; but I if you begin with two new bras (a dark and a light) and diligently add one new (and exciting) bra to your collection every 4-6 months; you can do it! Just remember to take care of the beauties you already have, and a bra "treasure chest" will be yours. Good laundry practices and timely repair will pay off and there'll be no more "ratty" bras in your drawers.

Maternity Bra. These are made for pregnant women. They can be expanded or adjusted as the breasts increase in size over the course of a pregnancy.

Nursing Bra. Nursing bras are made of stretch fabric especially designed for nursing mothers. The sizes have extra space for nursing pads and they are provided with flaps for easier access when breastfeeding.

Underwire Bra. These bras are designed for additional support and lift for the breasts. Most underwire bras come with detachable straps best suited for strapless tops and dresses.

Minimizer Bra. The impressive firm control on this bra reduces the breast size. They compress the breasts and give shape without making them look huge.

Adhesive Bra. A kind of bra which adheres to the breasts without the support of a strap or bands of any sort and provides little support to the breasts. This is best for backless and strapless dresses or gowns. You can purchase disposable paper ones that use a strong adhesive. You can also buy the reusable ones that use silicone that can be washed and reused.MORE:Cheap Lingerie