Here are some common problems and questions raised by our customers, as well as our suggestions for improving the fit and comfort of your bra.

My breasts are bulging out from the cups and my bust looks lumpy under clothes.

The cup size you are wearing is too small as your breasts should be totally encased in the cups. Try at least one cup size bigger or a fuller cup bra.

The wires in my bra stick out at the front or dig in under my arms.

When the wires stick out or dig in like this it is often because the cup size is too small and your breasts are forcing the bra away from your body. Try a cup size bigger so that the wires lie flat against your body and fully encase your breasts.

The cups are wrinkly, particularly at top and sides.

This is usually a sign that the cup size is too big so you may want to try one cup size smaller.

The cups are wrinkly at the tip.

This could indicate that the cup size is too small, not allowing your breasts to fit into the cups properly.  Try one cup size bigger.

My bra rides up my back or moves around as I move.

The most common mistake we make is to wear band sizes that are too big. The band around your body should fit snugly and it will only move around if it is too big. You need to try a smaller band size. Remember, a smaller band size will also be smaller in the cup (i.e. a 12E is smaller in the band and cup than a 14E).  For example, if you find a 14E fitted you well in the cup but is too big around the band, you need to try a 12F.

The straps of my bra dig into my shoulders and give me red marks.

The main support provided by a bra should come from the band around your back and not the shoulder straps. If your shoulder straps are digging in, you may be wearing too big a band size so you need to drop a size. Alternatively, you may simply need to loosen the shoulder straps. If this does not work, choosing a bra with wider straps or adding a pair of strap pads may offer relief.

My bra straps fall down.

Your bra may be too large so try a smaller cup size or a bra with a narrower width between straps such as one with a leotard back.

One of my breasts is larger than the other.

This is a common problem. Choosing a bra made of stretch lace will allow the bra to mould to your shape. A good quality stretch lace bra will still provide you with comfort and support.

What do the numbers and letters in the sizes all mean?

The numbers indicate the size of your torso. The number scales used vary from country to country. For example, an Australian size 12 means a 34 inch or 90 centimetre torso. The letters indicate the cup size, with the size increasing from A upwards.  Some manufacturers go up to a cup size L. See our Sizing Chart for more information.