Bra intervention in London

[MuddyWellyNelly]

Find myself with a few days in London. Currently wearing a 32A (I think) bra that is actually a fairly good fit but it's the only one I have that works and is a European make. Anything else is generally gaping in the cup or straps fall down etc etc. I'm a slim size 8 and have small boobs. I think I was working out a 30C was a possibility for me. But where in London would I go. I'm nowhere near Bravissimo proportions. Don't want to spend a fortune over t'internet.

I hate bra shopping so really want it over and done with!

What are your measurements following this guide?

Selfridges or John Lewis.

Bravissimo have all sorts of sizes invluding30C

Bravissimo start at a D cup, but Rigby and Peller would be a good option although pricey - you could get fitted and then go elsewhere to shop.

I used the intervention measuring guide today for the first time and was so shocked at the size I came out at, that I went to Bravissimo to check. I went in thinking I should wear a size 34D (after numerous so called fittings) and came out a 32FF! Sounds way too small around the band as I am a size 16/18 but feels so comfy. Thank you so much to lovely ladies who have helped me see the light.

I can definitely believe it, I'm probably a 14 on average but can easily need a 16/18 in some stuff (Jeans and shirts I AM looking at you) and I'm a 30 band.

Sorry thought I'd posted earlier. I will try Selfridges I think, do they measure this way or will be on my own? In a hotel so can't redo it but think I measured at 30 and 34, but didn't know how tight to pull the tape measure.

30 and 34 suggests around a 30D. I'm not sure how Selfridges fit, but I would say if they try to put you in anything bigger than a 32 there is something up. Many good companies, like Bravissimo, don't use a tape measure at all - they assess the fit of your current bra. But a Bravissimo fitted bra will be one that won't add inches to the band size as a rule.

I'm 30 and 35 and now evangelical about my lovely 30dd bras (and norks). Listen to the lovely bra ladies, they will change your life.

Go to Rigby and Peller. You don't have to buy their bras, you can just ask for a fitting. But at last you'll know what size to go for.

Is it normal to go and find a perfect fit but not buy it? . I do have a couple of expensive bras (a Simone Perele and another one) and they are the best fit of the ones I have, but right now there is no way I can afford £60 for a bra. I worry I will feel too guilty not to buy one!

...or more. I'm guessing rigby and peller is even more mega pricy!

I went to R&P and didn't buy anything, didn't feel pressured either. It was a lovely experience too. Some of their bras were £110!!! If only.

For a standard size like that you don't particularly need a super-pricey bra from a specialist firm. I'd go to John Lewis Oxford Street who will sort you out a decent fitting Triumph or whatever at moderate expense (you can probably then nip down to Debenhams/M&S to DIY-fit yourself some more cheaper ones as long as you don't let their fitters within a mile of your cubicle). But there's also a Bravissimo just round the corner from Oxford St Tube who you can try because you might well be a D cup when properly fitted.

Go to Rigby and Peller. Be clear that you want something simple and inexpensive - they're inclined to bring out the 100 quid plus bras but they've plenty cheaper in the stock room! And if you don't like anything, don't buy anything.

Rigby & Peller is a truly memorable experience .....!

They dont even use a measuring tape merely look at you, at least they did for me! It was amazing.

Well I'm in a 28D and she's off for a DD! My husband will be delighted by my newly enormous boobs!

Where did you end up going?

I've done Selfridges. Might have to save up for R&P but I have husband in tow so not sure I'd have got off with the experience or the cost today

If you've come out at d/DD then nip round to bravissimo, they'll have a good selection and not at R&P prices.

Phone died earlier. Didn't manage today but might see if I can skive off work for a bit tomorrow. I'm happy with the cup I got but there is a bit of overspill behind my armpits that I'm not 100% convinced about. Unfortunately they only had one brand in a 28.

Another R and P fan here - always go there for fitting.

What bra did you get? I'm wondering if you maybe just need a slightly wider cup rather than a different size.

It was a Freya. The only one they had in a 28. At least I now have a better idea of where to start for my next attempt.

Try and get to Bravissimo - they have plenty of styles in a 28 band.