They come in All Shapes and Sizes

This post is along the same lines as last week's post: debunking the myth that boobs have universal sizes and shapes.* image courtesy of http://www.breastandbaby.com

Certain bra brands fit a particular breast shape better, and likewise certain types of bras (balcony, full-cup, plunge, etc.) fit a particular breast shape better as well. I know we all want the grapefruit, madonna shape, narrow set boobs, but alas reality sets in.

In addition to breast shape affecting one's optimal bra choice, so does breast placement and body proportion. We often hear, "when looking at a side view, the bust-line should hit halfway on the arm between the shoulder and elbow". However this is not always the case. We have clients who are long torsoed - which means the breast would be lower on the chest - and short limbed. Bless her heart if she tried to hike her bust-line so artificially high.

Panache is a good brand for breasts that tend to have fuller sides. And a full-cup works better if the breast is fuller on the top, as opposed to the bottom. If a woman has shorter upper body proportions - short neck, short under the arms, short waist, then a plunge bra - lower center gore - works better.

So study your breast shape and its placement on your body. All the style books and experts encourage us to know our body's length proportions to dress it best, likewise I encourage you to know your breast proportions so you can dress your breast best!

Contact Bratique Helene if you have any questions on bras, we are here to help.