How Often Should You Get a Bra Fitting?
The short answer: Get fitted at least once a year, and again after any major body change: weight gain or loss of 5 kg or more, pregnancy, hormonal shifts, or starting a new exercise routine. If your bra feels different from when you bought it, that is your body telling you it is time.
'I have been wearing the same size for ten years.' We hear this often, and it almost never turns out to be accurate. Bodies change, and bra sizes change with them.
When your size is most likely to change
| Life event | What changes | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Weight change (5 kg or more) | Band and cup both shift | Get refitted; do not guess the new size |
| Hormonal cycle | Cup volume can fluctuate by half a size | A soft, stretchy bra handles the shift |
| Starting a workout routine | Chest and back muscles change shape | Refit after 2 to 3 months of consistent exercise |
| Ageing | Tissue density and elasticity change gradually | Annual fitting catches the slow drift |
Signs you need a fitting now
- The band rides up in the back (it should sit level all the way around).
- The straps dig in or fall off no matter how you adjust them.
- The cups gap at the top or overflow at the sides.
- You are using the tightest hook on a bra less than 6 months old.
Any one of these means the fit has shifted. Our five-point fit test walks through each check in detail.
Where to get fitted
SHAPE offers free, private fittings at all 7 Dhaka stores. The fitting takes about 10 minutes, and there is no obligation to buy. You can also get fitted over video or Messenger by sending us your two measurements.
Questions women ask us
Is a fitting embarrassing?
It does not have to be. At SHAPE, fittings are done in a private room by a trained fit advisor. You stay dressed as much as you are comfortable. Read what happens at a fitting to know exactly what to expect.
Can I measure myself at home?
Yes. You need a soft measuring tape and two numbers: underbust and bust. Our size chart explains how. But a fitting in person catches things a tape cannot, like cup shape and strap placement.
Do I need a fitting for every bra I buy?
Not every time, but every time your body changes. If you know your current measurements, our fit team can recommend the right size in any SHAPE style over WhatsApp.
Free, private fittings. Walk into any of our 7 Dhaka stores, or message us on WhatsApp +880 1784 163199. No appointment, no obligation. Find a store.
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