Research shows that over 64% of women wear the wrong bra size for most of their lives. This can lead to many health problems over a period of time, such as back pain and incorrect posture. Thus, it is extremely important to get yourself fitted right. The next time you go out shopping for innerwear, request the shop assistant to measure you.
After knowing your size, it is also important to be aware of the common bra types available. Depending on your work life, home life, and other activities, what works for one person may not work for you. Here are the most common bra types for daily wear:
- The padded bra
This bra is the go-to option for almost any outfit or occasion. The padded bra helps give a fuller look to women with smaller breasts and also provides complete coverage when wearing T-shirts or flimsy tops. You can opt for a full padded or a half-cup padded bra depending on your outfit. This one is definitely a must-have in your wardrobe. - The T-shirt bra
The seamless T-shirt bra is often mistaken for being the same as a padded bra. Yet, these two are completely different types. For one, the T-shirt bra may or may not have padded cups. A T-shirt bra also usually comes with an underwire for additional support. Having one of these is a must in your lingerie cabinet especially when you want to flaunt your casual best in jeans and a tank top. - The sports bra
If you are a girl with an active lifestyle or an athlete, a sports bra is often the only solution to keeping your breasts secure and comfortable, while you undertake rigorous physical strain. There are many different types of sports bras including compression bras, encapsulation bras, and racerbacks, so choose the one that is the easiest for you to wear. As an added tip, try to opt for a bra that has its hooks in front for ease of use.
- The bandeau bra
The bandeau bra is for those special occasions when you need stylish lingerie to match your outfit. As its name suggests, the bandeau works like a band. It is pulled over the breasts like a tube. This bra works best with evening gowns or even on date night if you are wearing a tube top or a tube dress. Bandeau bras come in a variety of colors and styles so you can pick one that suits your preferences best. - The halter bra
The halter is one of the common bra types that every woman must try at least once in her life. This bra works great with a dress for an evening out, but it also compliments a T-shirt or a blouse on a casual lunch date. You can wear this bra with almost anything, even a formal shirt. Halter bras can be stretched like pullovers or come with straps that need to be tied in a knot behind the neck.
