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Loop on a bra for the shoulder strap: what's it for?
A loop near the strap lets you adjust it, or sometimes even switch to a different back style. Whether your bra has this or not doesn't say much about fit on its own: that depends on the band, the c...
Cup too big? How to use the included insert
The extender that comes with your bra loosens the band, it doesn't shrink the cup. Two simple self-tests tell you within a minute whether the band or the cup is the real issue, and whether the exte...
Bra Cup Looks Bigger Than Expected: Here's Why
Your bra can make your cup look bigger than it is because of the foam cups and the shaping layer, not necessarily because of the wrong size. This article covers the five reasons behind it, with a s...
Invisible seams under clothes: does it really work?
A bra with an "invisible seam" often really does work, but not always: it depends on where the seam sits, how thin your top is, and whether your cup actually fits. Four self-tests show you in two m...
Using a bra extender: when do you need one?
A bra extender adds a couple of inches to your band without changing your cup, and that's exactly what you need once the band feels tight while the cup still fits fine. This article uses five self-...
Why does the same bra fit one person but not another?
A bra style that fits one woman perfectly can dig in or gape on someone else wearing the exact same size. This article explains the five body differences behind that and how simple self-tests show ...
