Bra: types and features, how to choose

Bras are beautiful lower women's clothing. They come in lace, satin, natural fabric, embroidered, decorated with beads or pendants. Their task is to support the chest and give it a beautiful shape. Let's consider what bras are by design and a few tips on how to choose.

Types and features of bras

This type of women's underwear differs in the design of cups, straps and clasps. Bras come with and without cups. Many models are designed to lift the breasts or visually increase their volume.

A few popular types of bras:

• A tank bra is smooth, without seams. The cups are slightly thickened, often no thicker than 2mm. It comes with and without boning. Such a casual model is worn with T-shirts, thin dresses and tight clothes. The advantage of the majka bra is its inconspicuousness.
• Bra with triangular cups is made with closed cups and triangular neckline. The cups are made in a conical shape, thanks to the wide straps they support the breasts. Bra bras are decorated with lace, embroidery, sequins. They are worn with clothes of classic style.
• Push up bra increases the breast by 1-2 sizes due to foam pads. It pushes the bust forward and slightly lifts it up. Push up bras are worn with clothes that have open necklines and deep necklines, with evening dresses.
• The balconette bra is designed for small breasts. The cups are shallow. It has a horizontal neckline and widely spaced straps. Thanks to this design, the breast is raised delicately, the neckline looks natural.
• Bandeau bra without straps and lining fits tightly to the body. This model is suitable for cocktail dresses, clothes with thin straps or things with open shoulders.
• Sports bras are designed to securely hold the breasts during active sports. They are elastic and soft, the material drains moisture. Many models can be removed and worn over the head. Some sports bras have a clasp on the side or back.

How to choose a bra

This item of women's closet is not so easy to choose, so that it was comfortable and did not press. To do this, it is important to correctly measure the chest. This is done in front of the mirror with the help of a centimeter tape. Measure the circumference under the breast and on the highest points of the chest. The results are checked against the size tables that can be found on the Internet. If two fingers fit under the fastened bra, the volume is suitable. After wearing the bra on the body should not remain on the traces and dents.

Also pays attention to such factors:

• What the bra is to be worn with. If it is a thin T-shirt or dress, a smooth bra is needed so that it does not stand out through the fabric. Any form of underwear can be worn with loose clothing.
• Push up bras raise the chest, which can squeeze it, even if the thing is the right size. Such models are not designed for everyday attitude. They are chosen under an evening dress and put on for a few hours.
• The material of the bra is pleasant for the body, the seams do not press, and the straps do not cut into the body.

As for decorative embellishments, it is mainly a matter of taste. Someone likes lace, someone prefers smooth models. It is important that there are not too many pendants, beads or stones, because they can create discomfort.