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Fit advice​

Our fit advice blog is dedicated to helping women find the perfect fit, ensuring they feel comfortable and confident all day long. Find solutions to common bra-fitting problems for larger cup sizes and advice on finding the right bra size. We understand that bra straps that keep falling down or painful underwire bras can ruin your day, so we’re here to help!

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Why is it important to wear the right bra size?

Wearing the right bra size is the first step in finding the perfect bra. Your posture, confidence, and look: Everything can be boosted by a bra that fits like a dream. How do you know you're in the right size? And why is finding the right size even more important if you have larger breasts? A bra with the right fit can do wonders for your body and your look!

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How to prevent uncomfortable underwire

Is your underwire painful or uncomfortable? Then you're probably wearing the wrong bra size or style for your larger breasts. Is your bra causing underarm pain? Keep reading to find out what underwire does, why it can poke and pinch, and what you can do about it. Bye-bye, painful bra!

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Asymmetrical breasts? Here’s how to find the perfect bra!

No one is perfectly symmetrical. In fact, breast asymmetry is completely normal. In fact, most women have uneven breasts. Are you happy with your curves? You should be! Prefer to minimize your asymmetry with the right lingerie? PrimaDonna has some tips and tricks.

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Are you wearing the right bra size? Find out with our six tips!

Less than twenty percent of women wear the right bra size. A bra that fits well does wonders for your posture, your look, and your confidence, and saves you from uncomfortable fit issues. “What size bra do I wear?” is one of the most common questions we hear in our boutiques, so we figured it was high time to do something about. If you're wondering what your ideal bra size is, find out with these six steps below!

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French, European, or American bra sizing: What's the difference?

French, European, and American bra sizing: What's the difference? Your bra label has three different bra sizes: FR, EU, and US. Belgium uses both the French and the European size, but even these have differences. Confused? PrimaDonna will explain the wonderful world of clothing and lingerie sizes.

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Every bra size has a sister size: This is how it works

Sister sizes: Every bra size has them. But what are they? And why is it important to know your sister size, especially if you have larger breasts? Our lingerie experts are happy to explain it to you.

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Finding the right size is important, but how does bra sizing work?

Knowing how bra sizing works is extremely useful when shopping for a bra that highlights your assets. But how do cup sizes work? And what should you look for when shopping for a bra that is elegant and accentuates your curves? We explain how larger cup sizes work so you can shine with confidence in your new set!

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How to tell when it's time for a new bra

Do you think it might be time to replace your favorite bra? Saying goodbye isn’t easy... especially to your favorite lingerie that fits like a dream. But even the perfect bra won’t last a lifetime. Bras are even more sensitive to wear and tear than other clothing items. Good lingerie tends to be worn often and washed often. So how do you know whether your bra needs replacing? Use our handy checklist to cull your lingerie drawer.

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Tired of your straps slipping off? Keep reading for our tips!

No matter how often you adjust them, your bra straps keep slipping off. When you sit down, grab something from the closet, eat, or drink... While it’s not painful, it can be infuriating. If you have a larger cup size, loose bra straps also mean you’re not getting the support you need, even though the back band does most of the heavy lifting in this respect. So why do straps slip off? And how do you get them to stay put? Keep reading for our tips.

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The most common bra struggles for women with a larger cup size and how to solve them!

If you have bra issues like digging straps, poking underwire, and uncomfortable cups, you are not alone! Approximately 80% of women wear the wrong bra size and have fit issues as a result. These issues can become a real problem and can even lead to back problems and other complaints, especially for women with a larger cup size. Here's what you can do about it.