Professional Bra Fitting

[Leelee]

Has anyone gotten fitted for a bra? If so, where did you go? After seeing all the emphasis Stacy and ******* (from What Not to Wear) and Tim Gunn (on his new show) place on proper fitting undergarments I'm wondering if I'm wearing the right size and style.

 

[snoopylaughs]

Neiman's, Saks, Bergdorf, Nordstrom, Macy's, Victoria's Secret, etc. In a way, almost anywhere

 

[surlygirl]

I would also suggest Nordstrom. They carry a nice range of bras and seem to always have great and knowledgeable sales associates.

 

[Indigowaters]

Well, because of my...um...guns(lol), I went to Lane Bryant. It's very good to have one, because I really was wearing the wrong size. I went from a 38D to 40DDD. :shame:

 

[Leelee]

I would also suggest Nordstrom. They carry a nice range of bras and seem to always have great and knowledgeable sales associates.

Does one need an appointment first?

 

[Label Addict]

I'm in the UK so I guess my opini0on doesn't really matter that much but I have been to lots of department stores and got some many diferent sizes.

there is a lady in my area who is fairly famous for being able to tell your bra size straight away just by looking at you, I went to see her it was they most uncomfortable experience of my life so far, I felt totally violated afterwards but she was spot on with sizes lol

 

[choozen1ne]

Nordstroms helped me find a bra that fits , not an easy task
I too felt violated by the bra ladies but that is just becuase I am very shy about my body and I had to stand in front of a stranger without my shirt on which is my version of hell on earth :shame:, but the ladies where very nice and helped me find a good bra

 

[lp1062]

I fo to Intimacy (featured on Oprah). They have stores in Chicago, NY and Atlanta. A fourth is opening in Boston. I also go to Nordstrom. Intimacy prefers appointments as they get really busy.

 

[candace117]

Nordstrom is very welcoming and from my experience I haven't needed an appointment. They are very accomodating and knowledgeable, and beautiful undergarments that last a long time!!

 

[claireZk]

Bare Necessities. They're the BEST

I've heard good things about Nordstrom, too. From what I understand, VS uses a different method for measuring that doesn't work as well. They also carry a limited range of sizes and will try to sell you bras that aren't your actual size if that's all they have...

If you are a private/bashful person, getting fitted can be a little embarrassing, but it is SO worth it in the end...

 

[Fearnotsomuch]

Don't come to VS to get fitted... this is coming directly from an SA (myself). We do a quick measure that is not very accurate for most clients. From there we'll give you a few sizes to determine your best fit. Go find out your size from Nordstrom, then come to us.

 

[huong]

Stupid question, but do you have to stand there without a bra while the fitting is done, or do you keep your bra on?

 

[Trolley-Dolly]

I would suggest Victoria Secrets, in Nordstrom I went from my normal size (32 D or DD) to a 36 F.

Although Victoria Secrets don't usually sell 32D's often, I think its the best place to be fitted.

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[Trolley-Dolly]

Stupid question, but do you have to stand there without a bra while the fitting is done, or do you keep your bra on?

You keep the bra on. They mesure your back and then your bust area.

x

 

[Tracy]

don't go to VS or Macys--my Macys would not measure....good luck!