8 perfect tips to get the correct fitting bra

1.Look in the mirror

-Kate Horrell, fitting expert for www.figleaves.com, ­recommends you stand in front of a mirror, looking out for pinching, pulling and ­sagging – tell-tale signs you have the wrong size bra.

2.Recheck your size

-Marks & Spencer’s ­Paschal Little recommends you get fitted every six months as the shape and size of breasts changes ­constantly.

3.Watch for spillage

-If your breasts are spilling out, you might need to try a bra with a smaller back and a larger cup size.

4.Check your wire positioning

-Bend forward and make sure the wires are under the bust.

-Stand ­and move the breast from the underarm, if necessary, so it’s inside the wire.

-Part your bust to make sure the centre of the bra sits between the breasts.

5.If your bra is riding up at the back

-You need a smaller back size. Corsetry experts Rigby & Peller say the back band should be level with the underwire.

-The band must support the breasts’ weight in the mid to lower back.

-If it’s too loose, the shoulders will carry the weight, ­leading to back problems.

6.Look for any signs of ‘digging in’

-If your bra is leaving red marks or digging at the arm pits, you may need a bigger cup.

-If your ­shoulders are sore, get a bra with padded or wider straps.

7.Consider the time of the month

-Most women’s breasts ­fluctuate depending on the time of the month.

-Buy a bra with lots of stretch in it.

8.If your bust sags

-Shorten straps or choose a more supportive style with a less stretchy fabric.