Intimate Apparel - Bra Fitting
For a correct bra fit follow these simple
steps:
While wearing a bra, wrap a tape measure snugly, but not tightly,
around your rib cage, under the bottom bra edge. Add 5 inches to
that measurement to determine your bra size. To determine your cup
size, measure over the fullest part of your bust. The difference
between this measurement and the size from step one will be your
proper cup size. If the difference is 1", your cup size is A; 2"=
B; 3"= C; 4"= D; 5"= DD; and 6"= DDD.
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1 - Shoulder Straps
Shoulder straps support by smoothing cups from
above. Straps can be rigid, semi-stretch or all stretch. In
full-figure styles, straps may be padded for added comfort. Straps do
not raise the cups but pull up the back of the bra. If you need to
increase uplift, tightening the straps is not the answer. Try a cup
style that offers more support. To check the level of support, drop
one strap; if you lose support on that side, you're wearing the wrong
bra style.
2 - Cups
Cups should fit smoothly without wrinkles. If
the cup is not filled out - try a smaller size. If you are
experiencing overflow at the top, you may want to try a larger cup
size or a fuller shape for more coverage.
  
 
3 - Center Panel and Underbust
Band
The center panel should lie against the breast
bone without gaps between the cups. If the breast seem pulled out to
the sides or toward the center, you may need to try a larger cup size
or a different style.
4 - Sides and Back
The bottom of the bra front and back should sit
straight or slightly lower in the back. The lower edge of the band
should anchor below the shoulder blades. The lower the band sets the
more support you get. The band should be snug but not tight.
About Swimwear
Swimwear sold in our catalog comes in a variety of
styles that offer the fit you want. If you are not satisfied with a
swimsuit you order from Spiegel, it is returnable within 15 days as long
as the hygiene liner and all the manufacturer tags have not been removed.
These swimwear terms may be helpful in choosing the type of swimwear
that's right for you.
Swimwear Bra Treatment
All misses swimwear fits cup sizes A-C unless
otherwise state.
Shelf Bra: A
liner with a thicker elastic bottom to provide better support.
Soft-Molder Cup:
Soft cup bra stitched to the lining of the swimsuit with a thick elastic
bottom to provide figure-flattering support.
Hard Cup: Hard
molded cup suitable for cup sizes B-C.
Removable Push-up Pads:
Foam padding added in hidden pockets on bottom half
of bra lining to lift and enhance bust. Usually can be removed unless
otherwise stated.
Underwire Bra: As
in the undergarment, this treatment provides better support for a bigger
bust and helps to enhance a smaller bust.
Floating Underwire Bra:
Underwire that is attached to a floating shelf bra:
adjusts to many different bust lines.
Swimwear Rear and Leg Coverage
Full and low:
Generously cut to cover entire buttocks: found in sarongs, sheaths and
skirted suits.
Moderate: Cut
higher on the leg than full coverage to how more hip, while still covering
bottom.
High: Cut highest
on the leg to elongate the leg.
Misses Intimate/Swimwear Size Chart
|
size |
X-S |
S |
M |
L |
X-L |
XX-L |
| 2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
12 |
14 |
16 |
18 |
20 |
22 |
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bust |
32 1/2 |
33 1/2 |
34 1/2 |
35 1/2 |
36 |
38 |
39 1/2 |
41 |
43 |
45 |
47 |
|
waist |
24 1/2 |
25 1/2 |
26 1/2 |
27 1/2 |
28 1/2 |
30 |
31 1/2 |
33 |
35 |
37 |
39 |
|
high hip |
31 1/2 |
32 1/2 |
33 1/2 |
34 1/2 |
35 1/2 |
37 |
38 1/2 |
40 |
43 1/2 |
45 1/2 |
47 1/2 |
|
low hip |
34 1/2 |
35 1/2 |
36 1/2 |
37 1/2 |
38 1/2 |
40 |
41 1/2 |
43 |
45 |
47 |
49 |
Women's Intimate/Swimwear Size
Chart
|
size |
1X |
2X |
3X |
| 14 |
16 |
18 |
20 |
22 |
24 |
|
bust |
41 |
43 |
45 |
47 |
49 |
51 |
| waist |
33 |
35 |
37 |
39 |
41 1/2 |
44 |
| high hip |
41 1/2 |
43 1/2 |
45 1/2 |
47 1/2 |
50 |
52 1/2 |
| low hip |
43 |
45 |
47 |
49 |
51 1/2 |
54 |
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