pipitavivita said:
I try to rather buy unpadded, underwired bras though, if it's in your true bra size(not calculated with the usual add 4-5 inches method), it should lift and give your breasts a nice shape just the same.
This is SO true! I have a bra in my "true" size (a 28D, equivalent to a 32B), it makes my boobs look incredible with minimal padding. They looks much more lifted than if I wear a conventional band (add 4 or 5 to my ribcage measurement). It is so nice, because I feel like it is "all me," because you can keep the padding at a minimal amount, but the lift, support, and cleavage are amazing!
Not to mention that I never have to adjust it, and I forget that I am even wearing it.
I seriously suggest that every woman get professionally fitted at a nice lingerie store that carries band sizes ranging in 28-44 etc. I have always worn a 32 band, and in a sense I still can, but I will never find anything that fits better or looks better than a bra that is my real size.