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Need new bras + fitting. Wacoal? Other?

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ShrubRose · 24/06/2024 14:05

I keep bras forever - only wash by hand, rotate them, etc. But now starting to wear out. I also need an updated fitting. I'm petite - 32B, 34A, but need support.
I booked a virtual fitting with Wacoal, which were my favourites previously.
But I looked at the prices, and I'm gobsmacked! 😧
I bought some from Sainsbury's a while ago, They were good, but wore out very quickly.
Would appreciate any thoughts, suggestions.
TIA.

OP posts:
innerdesign · 24/06/2024 14:06

Boux Avenue. Also what's your dress size? You may get on better with a smaller band size, larger cup size.

ShrubRose · 24/06/2024 14:12

innerdesign · 24/06/2024 14:06

Boux Avenue. Also what's your dress size? You may get on better with a smaller band size, larger cup size.

Thanks. Dress size 6.

OP posts:
innerdesign · 24/06/2024 14:34

I'm an 8/10 and wear a 30DD/32D so I'd be surprised if you're a 34 back

KateMiskin · 24/06/2024 14:36

Bravissimo always recommended on here. I used M and S last time, but they are widely reviled on here. They were fine for me. I can't justify really expensive bras and I am not that busty. I am a 34 B.

CarolynKnappShappeyShipwright · 24/06/2024 14:41

yes I don’t think it’s possible to be a 34 back and a dress size 6, more likely you just haven’t had the weight of big boobs needing more support to nudge you into better fitting bras!

a 32B and 34A are the same cup size, as bigger backs mean bigger cups too, so you might get on nicely with a 30C if your cup size hasn’t changed. Even a 28D.

Unfortunately, only more expensive brands make wide ranges of sizes. So those who are in less need of support and can get away with it often grade their sizing. I’ve lost a lot of weight and gone from a 30H to a 26FF, but that’s a size I can’t get so I wear a 30E mostly. I’m a dress size 8 now.

for a fitting I’d recommend bravissimo, they may not have your size but know what they’re doing and will tell you for free what it is, then you can buy it somewhere cheap. They do online fittings (not sure how!) for cheaper bras in more size ranges i like Belle Lingerie on eBay.

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