The bra belt is involved in shaping the silhouette and takes on up to 80% of the weight of the breast, so it should fit snugly to the body, like a second skin. However, a woman’s weight always fluctuates a little: the end of the menstrual cycle, an all-inclusive vacation or, conversely, an active weekend on a bike and minus 2 kg. A girl may not even notice how she has gained or lost half a size, but for a bra belt this figure can become critical. It will become tense and will no longer be able to fit to the body as well as before; it may begin to ride up and cut into the soft tissues of the back, forming skin ridges. But you won’t buy new underwear every time there is a slight change in weight. Luckily, we know a couple of lifehacks on how to stretch your bra.
When can you “expand” your bust?
The female body is special and very capricious.
Therefore, any change in weight or hormonal imbalances can lead to changes in breast volume and elasticity. For minor changes in weight, it is recommended to adjust your existing underwear. This will help avoid additional expenses and keep the item in working condition. In addition, it is possible that in the near future the breast size will be restored to the size it was when purchasing the bra. The bust can be safely expanded for thin girls who maintain the same body weight for a long time .
Reference! The new bra should fit snugly, with only four fingers between it and your back.
When can you stretch your bodice?
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We'll tell you what to do if your bra is too small, but there's no point in buying a new model. For example, you have gained a couple of kilograms and there is a slight tension in the waistband, but the cup fits perfectly. Remember, these methods do not replace buying a new bra, but will help increase the length of the belt by 2-3 centimeters. Our advice will not work if the cup size has changed, because you cannot compensate for the cup with the size of the belt and put pressure on the mammary gland. Or if the weight has become more than 10% of the total body weight, for example, it was 70 kilograms, but became 77.
So, the most common situations when you need to stretch your belt a little.
After purchasing a new model
According to last year's American survey, 8 out of 10 girls wear the wrong bra size. Moreover, almost all of them are trying to squeeze into sconces, which are too small for them in the cup and too big for them in the waist. When women realize their mistake and begin to choose the right size, the belt size can decrease by as much as 10 centimeters. And instead of the usual 75B, turn into the correct 65D! Now the belt not only lies on the body, but adheres to the skin and reliably supports the chest. At first, such qualitatively new support may cause unusual sensations; it seems that the bra is tight and you want to slightly reduce the tension of the belt. Below we will tell you how to do this.
When weight changes
We all lose weight in the summer and fill ourselves up during the winter holidays; we are attacked by both the desire to buy an annual gym membership and try all our favorite dishes in one day. As a result, this leads to slight fluctuations in weight. A couple of extra pounds are almost invisible in appearance, but they greatly affect the bra belt, because it should fit your figure. If the weight has increased, the belt may begin to cut into the back muscles and form unsightly folds that are not really there. But if, on the contrary, you have lost weight, then the belt will simply lie on your body and will not be able to lift your breasts as well as before.
In the first stages of pregnancy
In the early stages of pregnancy, the belt begins to fit much tighter as the body prepares for upcoming motherhood and rounds out. If you stretch the bra a little in girth, you can hold out for another couple of weeks or a month and then choose a new bra to suit your changed shape.
During exacerbation of chronic diseases or towards the end of the cycle
A week before the critical days, during the period of exacerbation of gastritis or arthritis, the last thing you think about is a deep neckline with an appetizing cleavage. I just want to take off my bra so that nothing gets in the way. But you shouldn’t do this, so as not to completely deprive your breasts of support; it’s better to increase the volume of your bra.
In what cases should this not be done?
It is worth understanding that the design of the bra is designed taking into account the physiological characteristics of the female body .
The product has certain parameters. So, in some cases, expanding the bra belt is not able to solve this problem, because the distance between the cups is fixed, and the woman will feel discomfort. It is also not recommended to make changes to the product if you are actively fighting excess weight. Over time, the bra will fit exactly, and maybe even too big. Therefore, it is recommended to wait for some time.
Doctors advise initially buying underwear that fits properly and changing it in a timely manner if the parameters change . After all, women's health requires a careful and caring attitude.
Important! If a woman has changed not only the size, but also the shape of her breasts, then it is better not to stretch the old bra. In this case, it should be replaced with a new item. This often happens during pregnancy and after breastfeeding.
In which options can the girth be increased?
Ladies watch their weight not only in order to maintain health, but also in order to choose the right clothes. The body of the lovely half of the world's population is an unstable system. Hormonal levels change constantly. Not only the girth of the breast undergoes changes, but also its elasticity and shape. After failures, everything returns to normal for a long time. You shouldn’t run and grab your laundry every time you notice insignificant changes. The bra can be increased in volume without the help of others.
Cases in which expanding the girth will not be effective:
- Disproportional ratio between the cups of the bra and the length of the belt.
- Diet (Diet is a set of rules for eating food by a person or other living organism)
(you should wait for the results and only then start adjusting the new size).
If the changes in the figure are nonsense or the size of the new item is not very different from the required one, then you can stretch the bra. This difference does not have to be more than 2-3 cm.
DIY ways to increase your bra by a few centimeters
Women willingly share their tricks with each other. Let's look at the more popular ways to enlarge the bust:
- Bra strap extension (inserts with hooks). This item can be purchased in sewing departments. It needs to be attached to the loops on each side of the bra band. You can buy several of these straps, thereby significantly changing the size of the product .
- Lengthening the straps, which will make it possible to lower the accessory a little lower. This method is possible if a woman has a pronounced waist. This method is not suitable if the chest and waist volumes are approximately the same .
- Replacing straps. Despite the fact that the main support for the bust (90%) is provided by the corset part, it still makes sense to purchase new straps. So, for curvy figures, wider straps are suitable . They can provide additional support.
- Insert made of elastic or other stretchy material. In this case, the previous clasp is torn off and an additional part is sewn on.
Many women are not afraid to carry out bold experiments with underwear, putting their favorite product at risk. Such methods include stretching the item on the back of a chair. To do this, the bust is simply fastened and put on a chair for several hours.
Attention! The strap extender can be matched to the color of your underwear. Thus, it will fit perfectly with the entire set.
A properly selected bra should fit a woman perfectly and not cause any discomfort . There are many ways to expand this accessory to explore. Even if the size is incorrectly selected, the underwear cannot be returned. We hope that this article will be useful and help you stretch and adjust your favorite bra.
Methods for stretching clothes
- Spraying is the most common method to implement. To do this, sprinkle with plain water.
This method is suitable for stretching jeans at the hips and waist.
After the tissue (medical system of cells and intercellular substance, united by a common origin, structure and functions)
is sprinkled, you need to take the clothes with two hands and stretch them in different directions. - A method that allows you to stretch an item in length. For example, if your jeans have shrunk after washing, you can stretch them along the side seam. Be careful, you can stretch the tissue (a medical system of cells and intercellular substance united by a common origin, structure and functions)
only in those places where it is sufficiently compacted and there are no holes or abrasions on it, otherwise it can be torn. - Soaking is a process that requires the active role of the owner. To do this, you need to put on something and fill the bathroom with warm water. It is recommended to add fabric softener or regular bath foam to the bath.
Then, right in your clothes, you need to sit in the water and wait until the tissue
(a medical system of cells and intercellular substance, united by a common origin, structure and functions)
is completely saturated with water.
Then you can use your hands to stretch the tissue (a medical system of cells and intercellular substance, united by a common origin, structure and functions)
in suitable places. After this you need to get out of the water. Several exercises will help you stretch the thing. If we are talking about jeans, then you can do some squats. Then the jeans are removed and left to dry in the fresh air. It is necessary to avoid very dry rooms - in this case the clothes will shrink again. - Introduction of the iron. You can stretch it at home using an iron. To do this, turn on the steaming mode. From wet steam, tissue
(a medical system of cells and intercellular substance, united by a common origin, structure and functions) will increase in length and width.
In order for the effect to be preserved, after steaming the clothes are put on and worn until completely dry. - An expander is a special device used to stretch clothes. To do this, moisten it in water, then insert the device into the area where the waist is located and fix it in this position, evenly increasing the length. This method is perfect for growing jeans at the waist.
The situation is easiest with denim - it is quite elastic, compact in structure and is unlikely to tear.
If you can’t stretch your clothes at home, then you should think about getting the desired item embroidered in a studio. But, if the item has become too small due to extra pounds, it makes sense to put it off until better times, until you again acquire a suitable shape.
How to stretch a bra in volume
Each of us at least once in our lives has encountered such a problem: the purchased beautiful, fashionable, expensive bra is small in volume. As my friend says: “I missed the mark a little!” This situation is most often faced by those who prefer to order goods through online stores.
A few recommendations
1. Of course, ideally you need to buy everything strictly according to size. It is necessary to choose those stores where you are allowed to try on underwear. But don't forget about the rules of hygiene!
What to do if your bra has become too small in girth under the breasts
The chest can change in size over time and can be affected by hormones, pregnancy, exercise, and other factors. And it’s not surprising that a once comfortable bra suddenly becomes too small. I would not recommend throwing out an old friend, given that the parameters can change in one direction or the other.
If nothing can be done with the bra cup, then you can definitely do it with the bra belt. Bra extenders, which are available in large quantities in online stores, come to the rescue.
That is, if the extender has 2 hooks and the belt has 2 hooks, this does not mean that the guys will fit each other.
Confirmation of the words above
What to do when buying online so as not to make a mistake with an expander: just buy where the dimensions of the expander are indicated. They need to match the measurements that you took from the clasp of your sconce.
Bra extenders can be found on Aliexpress, Amazon, Asos and other sites. In a word, a device that costs about 100 rubles can save your favorite bra that costs about 5 thousand from being thrown away.
Where to look for extension cords offline:
- Milavitsa
- Oysho
- Incatno
- Intimissimi
- Now extension cords can be found in almost every local department of the lower. But if you can’t find extension cords, read the life hack below.
Life hack: even in small Russian towns like mine, you can find sets of fasteners for sconces in offline sewing stores. In basic colors, but possible. So if you urgently need to lengthen your bra right now and don’t have any time, you can buy a clasp and sew it on.
Reduction in cups
Sewing a bra will be a salvation for those women who purchased an expensive model for several seasons, but suddenly lost weight. However, it is not possible to purchase the same new one in a smaller size. Women very often face the need to change the volume after childbirth. The figure changes and remains that way throughout the entire period of breastfeeding. But not everyone can deny themselves good underwear.
Methods for sewing a bra
Step-by-step instructions on how to sew a bra to the desired volume consist of the following steps:
- If the bra does not fit in volume, you need to mark the straps for the volume that is needed. Marks are made on both the right and left sides. It is in these places that suturing will need to be done. In order not to break the symmetry relative to the middle of the back, you need to make marks at the same distance relative to each other.
- Remove excess elastic using a simple seam. The elastic in the middle of the seam is completely cut off to avoid thickening. You need to remove it as carefully as possible so as not to spoil the fabric on the front side.
- You need to sew the folded part in two lines. One is done from the front side, the other from the back. This method gives a visual appearance of the bone.
Knowing how to sew in a bra, you can also sew in both a swimsuit bra and a sports bra. Thanks to this method, you can save your favorite thing and enjoy it for a long time.
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Backless bra
7. If you wear backless dresses, you can alter your bra so that it is hidden.
· Clasp from an old bra
Cut the clasps off the old bra, leaving enough room to sew on the elastic band.
Sew one clasp to one end of the elastic band, fasten it to one end of your bra and wrap it around your waist to measure the length you need.
Cut the elastic band or elastic band to the desired length and sew another fastener to the end. Fasten it to the other end of the bra.
8. Here's another way to remodel your bra.
so that it is not visible when wearing a dress or other clothing with an open back.
Minimizer rating
This review contains the best models on sale. You'll find a great option at every price point.
In first place in the rating is the model with seamless cups Slimline Seamless Minimizer Bra from Wacoal. It is available in a large number of sizes (belt sizes from 32 to 40, cup sizes from C to DDD). The bra is quite expensive, but worth the money spent. I like the smoothness of it (despite some decorative elements). I have a nude bra and I can easily wear it even with white shirts. Sleek and convenient minimizer!
The Chantelle C Magnifique bra (translated from French as “It’s magnificent”) lives up to its name: it makes my bust look amazing. This model is so close to the first position on my list of favorites that putting it in second place was not an easy decision. It comes in a variety of colors and multiple skin tones to suit all skin tones. The straps on this model are thinner, but still provide good bust support, and again, they come in a huge range of sizes!
The Spanx Bra-llelujah isn't for every woman, but it works wonders if you have a little more back fat than you'd like. The special cut literally smoothes out skin folds that usually form on the back from standard bras. Thanks to the front fastener, the back is a one-piece elastic waistband. Thick and comfortable straps are sewn to the belt. They cannot be adjusted in height, which can be considered a disadvantage of this model, so be careful when trying them on. Overall, this is an ideal model for those who are bothered by fat rolls on their back.
The sconce in the photo above is the Full Figure Simple Shaping Minimizer Bra from Wacoal. The cups of this model are not molded, which can be an additional advantage for those who want to reduce their breasts as much as possible. Despite the soft cups, the bra supports and lifts the breasts thanks to the excellent cut characteristic of Wacoal underwear. The minimizer is sold in a pair package, which means it is cheaper than the other sconces in the review. In addition, you can combine different options.
Slim Profile Minimizer from Le Mystère is a great combination of practicality and femininity. Featuring sleek cups, this style feels seamless under clothing and can double as a T-shirt bra, while the subtle lace pattern makes the design stand out. The bra lifts and separates the breasts well. This minimizer will be indispensable for those with widely spaced breasts, and will also be suitable for those who want to make their breasts flatter. It is worth keeping in mind that this model is made of lighter materials than the already mentioned sconces.
What to do if a wire comes out of your bra
9. Panty liners can be a temporary solution for popping bunions.
from a bra. A patch is also suitable for this purpose.
10.
If the bone has come out, try to solve this problem with
textile glue and thread and a needle.
· Thread the bone back through the hole.
· Seal the hole with fabric glue and leave to dry for a few minutes.
· Then close the area where the hole has formed using stitches (about 10 for a small hole and twice as many for a large one).
How to wash a bra
12. To ensure that your bra retains its shape for as long as possible, it is better to wash it by hand.
· Fill a sink or basin with water and add a little detergent for delicate fabrics.
· Soak the laundry for a few minutes.
· After this, wash the most dirty areas.
· Drain the soapy water and refill the basin or sink and rinse the laundry.
· Rinse again under running water.
· Roll up your bra in a folded towel to remove excess moisture.
· Leave the bra to dry on a towel.
13. To ensure your sports bra lasts a long time, take it with you to the shower.
and quickly hand wash and then hang dry. Hand washing moisture-wicking clothing helps preserve the integrity of the fabric and will extend the life of your bra.
14. Here's how to make a bra storage organizer.
15. These are the types of bras
exist.
Ways to reduce bra volume
If the cup fits perfectly, but the volume is large, you should not refuse the purchase. There are ways to reduce it yourself.
Experienced seamstresses give a master class on how to sew linen with your own hands at home:
- You need to put on the bra without fastening it, overlap the edges of the belt until it sits tightly on your chest. It is recommended to attach the new volume with a pin, then walk around like this for a while to evaluate the convenience.
- If during wearing the belt does not cut in or press anywhere, then the size is chosen correctly. The girth will also need to be adjusted if the underwear dangles when moving.
- After making the final adjustments, you can cut off the excess length at the fastener. The fastener will need to be sewn back after cutting.
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The required number of centimeters can be cut off both at the clasp and on the sides, at the cup.
There are some tips to help women solve problems with uncomfortable underwear:
- You can purchase special volume reducers.
- To prevent straps from being visible from under a dress or blouse with a deep neckline, they are folded behind the back near the shoulder blades and secured with a thin rope.
- If the straps chafe a lot during the day, you can use a simple panty liner. The protective layer is not removed, then the strap is wrapped with a gasket.
To ensure that the bra does not lose its shape for a long time, you need to use special nets for washing. It is also important to dry your underwear correctly; they should lie horizontally on a towel. During storage, do not place one cup inside another.
Correct volume determination
Now it doesn’t pinch or slip! 3 simple tricks that will always help.
The variety of existing bra models makes your head spin. Lingerie manufacturers admit that every second woman in the world chooses this important wardrobe item incorrectly!
When buying a bra, most women focus on the circumference under the bust and cup size. It turns out that these basic numbers are not enough! Straps that are always slipping, breasts falling out of cups and a compressed chest are just a small part of the possible consequences of such a choice.
Here are 3 tricks to help you choose the perfect bra .
Are you here
Minimizers are bras designed to visually reduce breast size. They shape the breasts, make them smooth and even, and some models even out the back, eliminating fat rolls.
Such underwear does not reduce the size of the breast itself, but rather minimizes its projection. Instead of emphasizing and lifting the breasts, the minimizer changes the shape of the breasts, placing the cup firmly in place where the breasts rest in a restful position. The bra cups are designed in such a way that, due to their larger diameter and shallower depth, they evenly distribute the breasts, visually flatten them and move them to the sides, the center of the sternum and down. Some bras may compress your breasts in one of these directions more than others. Therefore, be more attentive to your feelings when trying on.
