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Why did I title this post eighty percent, you ask? It’s because 80% of women are wearing the wrong bra size. And yes, I used to be one of the eighty percent until very recently.
The folks over at Le Mystere invited me to head to my local Nordstrom to get fitted and boy oh boy, I was in for a total shock! Prior to the appointment, I thought I was wearing the right size, but I did notice that my bras weren’t laying super flat underneath my clothing. There was a teeny, tiny amount of gapping, but I was stuck in this weird limbo: if I went down a cup size, the bra would be way too small, but if I wore the regular size, I’d see a tiny bit of gapping. I just thought I was in-between sizes, right? NOPE. Wrong. I was dead wrong.
At my bra fitting at Le Mystere, I found out that I needed to go down not one, but two band sizes, and go up two cup sizes. Mind. Blown. The original size I was wearing was way off, by a mile. Oops. Might I suggest that you go in and get yourself fitted ASAP if you haven’t in a while; now that I know my correct size, my bras look and feel way, way better, and I haven’t had any issues with gapping lately!
After we determined my bra size, I got to try on a few bras and figure out which styles worked best for me and my body type. I opted for the ‘Ultimate’ Convertible Plunge Bra and the ‘Infinite Possibilities’ Plunge Bra. I guess I had an unintentional theme of plunge bras here, but those are what worked best with my body type!
Have you ever been fitted for a bra before?
Thank you to Le Mystere for partnering with me on today’s post!
I need to go asap! After pregnancy and nursing, I know I’m probably in the 80%.
Wow that is so interesting. I might need a new fitting too. It’s been a while!
Now I am thinking I am part of the 80%! I need fitted asap!
xo!
Shelby
http://www.glitterandgingham.com
wow that stat is kinda amazing!
i must go get fitted asap!
SO TRUE!! Most women wear the wrong size. I blame Victoria’s Secret. They basically tell everyone they are a 34C. And they aren’t. And most people think a D cup is huge and it’s really NOT AT ALL. Most women wearing D bras are really like Fs. It’s crazy. Love these beautiful pieces!
LOL — funny thing is, I found out I was a 32D in the fitting. And I *never* thought I was busty enough for a D cup, but it’s really not that big at all!
I am in DESPERATE need of a bra fitting! I am so glad you shared this babe – such a good reminder!
Love all these pics so much!
xoxo
Krista
http://www.hundredblog.com
I probably fall in that 80%, I need to get properly fitted asap! Nordstrom sounds like a great place to go bra shopping and these bras look like such nice quality! xo
I definitely sit in that 80% and need to get fitted. Just have to find the time. Thank you for reminding me, it’s now on my schedule!
Yes, I remember getting fitted for the first time, such a game changer!
Coffee Beans and Bobby Pins
Beautiful!!! Want all the pieces. I’m always way off about underwear sizing, so i’ve had a few fittings myself. It’s amazing how much you can learn!
love these shots, a good bra is life changing!
xxS
These photos are so pretty! I really wanted to head to Nordstrom to be fitted! I’ve read so many rave reviews and I’m dying to see what my “actual” size is!
I loved this post because, I too, have recently discovered that I’ve been wearing the wrong bra size! Sometimes the best outfits start with what’s underneath!
I’ve never been professionally fitted for a bra, and I am way overdue!!
Fizz and Frostingâ
I need to go get fitted for a bra! It has been about 5 years and I am pretty sure I might be wearing the wrong size!
great post!
xoxo
Sarah Lindner
http://www.thehouseofsequins.com
I guarantee I’m wearing the wrong bra size. I get sized and someone will tell me I’m a 34A, then someone says I’m a 32C?!?!?! This is such a great service. They sounds trustworthy and know what they are doing. I need to hop over to Nordie’s to try!
Mindy II AMixofMin.com
Loved this post. Found a couple items to add to my shopping list đ
I feel like I’m part of that 80%! Great post!
xoxo Mandy
http://www.sparkleshinylove.com
What a wake up call. I am in major need of a good bra fitting. You have inspired to go get it done!!! Thanks so much!
I need to get re-fitted! Thanks for the reminder! XooX
So glad you shared this! I desperately need a bra fitting! And btw these bras are so pretty!
xo Lacey
http://www.myboringcloset.com
I used to be a bra fitter and it’s absolutely amazing how many people are in the wrong size bra and how many people didn’t believe you when you told them what they really were. Not until you see the right size bra on and you feel how good it is do you believe it. x
This is me!! I have such trouble with bras and I am going to need these immediately! They look so comfy and are pretty!
Maggie
http://www.polishedclosets.com
I got fitted at Nordstrom about a year ago and it made SUCH a difference. These bras are beautiful!
xx Lexi, Glitter, Inc.
Ooh la la!! I need to go do this after babies!
cristin | http://www.thesouthernstyleguide.com
Those bras are gorgeous! I should really make an appointment to go and get a fitting. Thanks for the reminder. đ
xoxo, erin | sandsunandmessybuns.com
Such cute bras, I’ll have to check out Nordy’s collection!
Oohhh such pretty bras! Will definitely have to check out the collection at Nordstrom.
These are stunning!! And I’m almost positive I’m wearing the wrong size at the moment too. Isn’t it funny that that always seems to happen!?
xo,
Alice at Lone Star Looking Glass
This reminds me that I need to go get fitted again! Gorg pieces!
I need to get bra fitted asap! There’s always a gap! oops! Thanks for sharing this tidbit!