How to calculate (and get right) the bra size

No padding: if you don't like the weight or volume of padding or padding. Of course, they provide less support.

Push-up: it has padding on the bottom and/or sides of the cups, and is perfect for showing off your cleavage at maximum power.

Half glass: it owes its name to the fact that it only covers half the chest (although it covers a little more than the balconette). Its cups fall in a V, giving rise to a fairly deep neckline, so they are also a great option for exuberant looks.

Full cup: they provide a lot of support and also reduce the chest. The front closures reduce bulges and are not noticeable if you wear a very low-cut top.

How to calculate (and hit) with the bra size

Unwired and bralette: they are the most comfortable of all (and highly recommended for pregnant women), but sometimes they tend to ride up and offer less support than models with underwire.

Strapless: With built-in grippy straps, they're perfect for strapless tops and dresses. They often come with removable straps to suit all occasions, including racerbacks or one-shoulder tops.

Why don't all stores carry my bra size? Now that you have the Vogue guide, you may have discovered that you have a new bra size and it's not as easy to find as it was before. Fortunately, there is a growing awareness of size diversity and this has led to increased demand for smaller contour sizes and larger cups. So, bye-bye, dodgy bra – it's time for you to put your natural gifts to good use.

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