Finding Your Right Size for Bra & Panty : Only three step away


Fitting Center – Finding your right Bra size in Step 1 & 2

As you know to buy a bra you need to spell size in two parts for example 34D.This means 34 inches is your band size and D is cup size.

Before you buy a bra online, it will be helpful if you can take a soft inch tape and follow two steps:

  • First step would be to find correct band size (Under Bust OR Rib Cage )
  • Second Step is to find cup size.

Step 1 : Measuring Your correct band size (Under Bust OR Rib Cage measurement )

 

  • Stand in front of a mirror
  • Place the measuring tape around your rib cage directly under the bust.
  • Make sure the tape is level front and back
  • Hold tape tight   with no space between the two edges
  • Please refer table below to check your correct band size. For example, under band measurement on the tape is   34″= bra band size 38.
  • If measurement falls in-between an inch, then you should opt for the next bigger size, for example for 34.75, you should opt for Band Size 40.

 

 

Under Bust
Measurement in Inches
Under Bust
Measurement in Centimeters
Your correct
Band Size 
25 – 26.5 63.5 – 67.5 30
27 – 28.5 68.5 – 72.5 32
29 – 30.5 73.5 – 77.5 34
31 – 32.5 78.5 – 82.5 36
33 – 34.5 83.5 -87.5 38
35 – 36.5 88.5 – 92.5 40
37 – 38.5 93.5 – 97.5 42
39 – 40.5 98.5 -102.5 44
41 – 42.5 103.5 – 107.5 46
43 – 44.5 108.5 – 112.5 48
45 – 46.5 113.5 – 117.5 50
47 – 48.5 118.5 – 122.5 52
49 – 50.5 123.5 -127.5 54
51 – 52.5 128.5 – 132.5 56

 

Step 2 : Measuring Your correct  Cup Size (Over Bust Size)

 

  • Stand in front of mirror
  • Take the tape around the bust at the fullest point. While holding the tape tight at the back but it should not be too tight in the front.
  • Take this measurement and find out your   correct cup size i.e. A, B, C, D or DD. Check yours from the table below.
  • Please note that cup sizes vary with the band sizes. For example cup size of a 32B will not be the same as that of a   34B.
  • You should look at your Band Size (found in Step 1) and corresponding column in table given below .

 

Your Band Size Cup A (Centimeters) Cup B
(Centimeters)
Cup C
(Centimeters)
Cup D
(Centimeters)
Cup DD
(Centimeters)
30 77 – 79 79 -81 81 – 83 83 – 85
32 82 – 84 84 – 86 86 – 88 88 – 90
34 87 – 89 89 – 91 91 – 93 93 – 100 98 – 100
36 92 – 94 94 – 96 96 – 98 98 – 100 103 – 105
38 97 – 99 99 – 101 101 – 103 103 – 105 108 – 110
40 102 – 104 104 – 106 106 – 108 108 – 110 113 – 115
42 107 – 109 109 – 111 111 – 113 113 – 115 118 – 120
44 114 – 116 116 – 118 121 – 123 123 – 125


Step 3 : Finding your right Panty size

  • Stand in Front of Mirrow
  • Take a measuring tape and take circular measure around the fullest part of the hips.
  • Make sure to measure a horizontal line around your body.
  • Take a measurement with comfortable fit , not for restrictive fit

Note : Sizes given below are broadly indicative and may vary from brand to brand OR body shape

Small

(S)

Medium

(M)

Large

(L)

Xtra Large (XL)
Your Measurement(in CM) :->
83-91 92-100 101-109 110-119
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When to wear Babydoll , Camisole and Chemise


BABYDOLL

A Babydoll is a nightgown which is short in length and not very tight fitting to body.

Babydolls are designed to enhance bust appeal, minimize waist and give prominence to butts and thighs .Mostly they flow till upper thigh and after free flow and loose after waist. Babydolls are invariably sleeveless.

They are considered to be best for summer season and can be used as nightdress. Usually made of chiffons but nowadays cotton is also equally in demand.

You can wear babydoll as nightwear however they should not be worn outdoor.

CAMISOLE

A Camisole or cami is usually a sleeveless tight fitting dress covering complete upper body . Many women like them as T Shirts and they can be worn with many dressed .Opposite to other nightdresses , they can be worn during outdoor visits also under sweaters ,dresses and sleeks tops .You can wear them with strapless bra or go for a chemise which has in built bra .With matching boxer shorts or panties they are an ideal nightwear .

They are made of satin, lycra, silk, , nylon, or spandex, although  cotton based materials are equally popular.

You can wear chemisole as ideal nightwear indoor / outdoor as well as a TShirt under sweaters and tops.

CHEMISE

A Chemise is essentially a nightwear with characteristics similar to babydoll with only difference that they are closer (or tight) fitting than babydolls. Chemise are available in multiple length choices – as short as hip length and as long as floor length. Similar to babydolls , chemise will always be sleeveless and decorated with floral lace , ribbons and bows etc.They make an ideal nightdress , giving a good fit to body with emphasizing bust , rear and thigh and minimizing waist.Chemise are made of silk, shiffon and cotton.

You should wear them essentially as a nightdress however long length chemise can be used as lounge wear or limited usage outdoor dress (within house )

Active Sports Bra – for modern active Women


Sports Bra were invented to prevent female athletes from chest ligament damage during sports activities and exercise .During physical exercise women breast tend   to move continuously which can cause stress , pain and damage to breast cells .Sports Bra were invested to keep breast movement minimum and provide  extra support .

Sports Bra

Jockey Eva Sports Bra

With changing times , Sports Bra  are being used not only during physical exercise or sports , they are also being worn during Yoga, walking ,gardening, bicycling, power walking ,hiking, tennis, soccer , jogging , fast running workouts, boxing and horseback riding. Many women especially with bigger size prefer them during normal day wear also. Sports Bra is usually made of special stretchable fabric which absorbs sweat and helps keeping body dry. Now days there are options with Underwire Support as well .In modern world Sports Bra are called as Active Bra as well reason being their support for active lifestyle. Usually this category of Bra will give full coverage with wide shoulder and back straps so that breast get maximum support. Active Bras are available in multicolor pattern and modern designs.

Active Bra come in Small, Medium, Large and Extra Large sizes, you may like to check various brands before finding a perfect fit for yourself. You should also look for support level according to activity for example for Horse Riding  you should have maximum support but for running requirement will be of firm support and during yoga you may need minimum support due to free breathing required.

You can buy range of sports bra from www.4herneeds.com with verity of payment options available .

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Underwired vs Non wired Bra – how to choose


Underwired bra have a frame of semi circled  wire underneath to support breasts whereas non wired Bra doesn’t have such wire frame .This frame helps in providing firm support to breasts and giving them lift and shape to fit with almost all dresses.When you are going out,  wearing skin tight dresses  and want to maintain lift and shape of breasts , you should go for Underwired Bra.This type of Bra gives extra support to sagging breasts as well so after complete recovery post maternity they are the ideal choice for young mothers .They come in many designs and choices and almost all top brands have wide verity of options available in Underwired Bra Category .These bra are most popular among aged teenager and young womens.

Enamore Underwired Bra

On other side Non wired bra offer flexibility and comfort . They are soft on breasts yet they suppport and provide decent shape .So when you are at home , watching TV or doing other house hold work you should be wearing Non Wired bra . If you are a teen then you should not be restricting your breasts from growing so Non wired bra are best choice for you .If You have undergone surgery or you are pregnant or have just delivered a child , you should  be wearing Non wired bra . With age , Non Wired gives more comfort and flexibility.Some womens feel uncomfortable with wired frame of Under wired Bra and feel pain while wearing it for long, they should switch to Non wired Bra

Amnte Non Wired Bra

Finally , you should be wearing what makes you comfortable and confident . If you feel confident with firm breast shape and support provided by Under wired Bra , go for it.

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Gift her “Glow In The Dark ” Lingerie this Valentine Day


'Glow In The Dark' - Baby Doll

'Glow In The Dark' Baby Doll

'Glow In The Dark' - Baby Doll when light is off

'Glow In The Dark' - Baby Doll when light is off

We all know that lingeries are women essentials as  well as fashion statement . Womens always like to wear something which is refreshingly different and beautiful.Something similar is on offer now for modern and fun loving womens(and their male counterparts ) in India.

This is known as “Glow In The Dark “  lingerie range from FSY(Fun.Sexy.You) .

These lingeries are made of  Microfibre Georgette which has a harmless fluorescent   harmless ingredient which makes it capable of absorption and   emission of light .

These lingeries are available in beautiful white colored  lace and four models .These are  Baby Doll , Triangle Bra , G String and Bikini Tie Sides .Here are two images , first image shows the lingerie in light and other one when light is off. You can see that these lingerie are beautiful ‘in light’ as well as ‘off light’.

So what are you thinking ? Gift her a beautiful “Glow In The Dark” lingerie this Valentine Day .This will be the best gift  she would have got ever ….

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When to wear a Minimiser Bra ?


A minimiser Bra is aimed to help womens with relatively bigger breasts . They are designed in such a way that they push breasts towards inside and help giving a smoother and minimal look , which can reduce the appearance of breasts up to one cup size.

For example Enamor Full Figure Soft Bra is one the most popular Minimiser Bra

Not only this they provide required support from sides as well as bottom for large sized breasts.They can be used for occasionally as well as all day long without any side effect.They usually come in C cup and bigger sizes .They also help in preventing gapping button or spill over while wearing shirts and blouses.
Enamor Full Figure Minimiser Bra

Why you should wear a specially designed bra with Salwar Kameez and Saree ?


Friends
We Indians love to wear Salwaar Kameez and Saree.
As a kid, I used to dream about looking gorgeous in my mom’s beautiful Sarees.Salwaar Kameez is by default a choice due to more than one reasons . First one is that they are easy to manage and give you comfort even though you wear for full day .Other is that they come in so many choices and variations that you never feel bored.For me Salwaar Kameez give as good freedom as shirts & trousers .
Nevertheless , I wanted to discuss something important . Thats is about Saree and Salwaar Kameez Bra.
Do you know that there are specially designed Salwaar Kameez and Saree Bra are available ? Firs let me tell you about Saree Bra.
As name indicates they are made to be worn with Sarees .Why do you need a specially designed Bra for Saree ? The answer is Saree bra are designed to support to show off every type of choli (blouse) low neck, deep back, strapless and more.They are usually designed with deep cleavage so that this goes well with blouse . These Bra have back straps with slightly wide design so that they don’t show up with blouses or choli which has open back.There are Bra model available which have transparent Straps . At time they are detachable so that you can wear with western dresses like evening gown .

Salwaar Kameez Bra have specially designed cups which have lesser or no stitching .This ensures that they don’t show up while wearing with tight kurtis.Problem with tight kurtis are that fit like tea shirts and which can show up your bra details in case Bra has lot of stitches or designs on them . I suggest you visit 4herneeds and choose menu items Saree Bra and Salwaar Kameez Bra . Specifically Lovable lingerie has launched a series of well designed Bra’s under brand name of Daisy Dee.

You can go through wide range of options available for these and other categories of Bra at 4herneeds.com

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Stay happy , stay foolish !


As new year 2012 is only few hours away , I am consolidating my thoughts and trying to arrive at my new year resolutions .
If I count now it comes more than eight items .This  list is too  long and many items keeps on repeating year on year … so what to do. No I won’t keep this list too long and finally not able to achieve any of those items .Rather I will keep it limited to only three items and will try to achieve success in all of those three .

So what should be  the first one ? I think the top most priority is I … I mean me , myself ! Yes this is right . My first resolution is to take best care of my  health physical as well as mental  .

To stay in best of physical fitness , I will start with small steps . I will eat more fruits and small   frequent meals .

For mental happiness , I will do all small things which give me happiness.. for example connect with my college time friends , bring beautiful spring flowers and grow them in our courtyard  and reading books on philosophy .

Second will be that I will work on my appearance. I will not skip trips to beauticians and will keep myself in best appearance.I will not be scared on experimenting  and experimenting with latest trends (both inner and outerwear ) .

Third resolution is to get back into social life which I have missed in last couple of years as I could not connect with my friend due to kids being small and dependent on me. They are still small but relatively more independent. So I will get back to facebook, twitter , phone calls and , blogs and social gatherings .

So I will start with these three simple but powerful new year resolutions , let us see how best I can achieve them , but i will give my best try and thats what is important !!!

In a nutshell I will try to stay happy through my resolutions even though this may look foolish !

So good bye and happy new year to you all , i am gonna join party now .

See you soon .

bye and take care

Anu

Lingerie Shopping is no more a harrasment!


Hello friends,

I want to discuss one personal topic today – this is about lingerie shopping in India .

Whenever I go to buy lingerie , I feel harassed !

First of all finding a shop where I get a women salesperson is difficult  because I feel very uncomfortable in talking to a male salesperson. If you go to small shops , you don’t get all major brand and model. If your favorite  product is available , you won’t get size or color . If you go to bigger one or a mall , you will not get well-trained on knowledgeable sales. person, moreover these shops /malls have their own favorite brands and they push only those brands .

Most of  the so-called BIG shops don’t let you try Bra’s .And then there is always a fear in mind about using trial rooms of these shops / malls as now a days hidden cameras can be present anywhere .lingerie’s  are our necessity as well as luxury , however  we always don’t  have luxury of spending hours buying a lingerie.Going to big shops or malls has its own problems , you need to find a parking  or pay for that .In addition you spend a good amount of time in commuting .In nutshell shopping a lingerie becomes half a day work .

Being a working woman , I know the value of time . When I need to spend my personal time in such mundane activities , I feel harassed and agitated .I have been thinking around this problem which is very much problem of women’s like me  in particular and all women’s in general. Then idea of starting an on-line lingerie shop struck my mind .I felt that this will provide many benefits , few to mention are :

  • We can shop from luxury  (and privacy) of our home
  • There is no time restriction , I can shop at 11 PM or 8 AM whenever I like
  • I can opt for Cash On delivery , If don’t have or don’t want to use my card. I can pay through credit card or on-line bank account also.
  • Nowadays delivery of these  items are pretty quick , India e-commerce is coming of age
  • I can browse through available products and color choices which I could  never find on my neighborhood shop
  • I can easily compare various models quickly
  • I can get a feel of latest designs and trends and choose one for me
  • I can get tips and suggestions  from experts
  • It will be lot easier for my husband to gift me a lingerie through on-line shopping
  • Women’s from remote towns of India can also buy latest model / color and design items

This thought process helped me to arrive at my decision . I started  4herneeds – India’s first on-line  store dedicated for women essentials .

I am logging off now , as this is pretty late . Will catch you soon . Let me know your thoughts .Also suggest how we can improve  your experience of on-line lingerie shopping .will appreciate your thoughts !

Bye for Now

Anu

You can reach me at : Anu@4herneeds.com

4HerNeeds.com


4HerNeeds is India’s premium on line store focused on women essentials .We strive to provide best possible choice and value to every customer .
4HerNeeds aim’s to provide all women essentials at one place with best possible price , quality , brand choice and shopping experience .
Our offerings includes but not limited to lingerie’s , shape wears, Thermals, Perfumes , Fashion Jewelery , Cosmetics and Accessories .
Please visit www.4herneeds.com for more details.