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Ladies, how should I go about finding new bras and determining my size (it's been about 5 years)? Please see details.

I want to get some new bras that are more visually appealing than what I have now. The ones I have now are also somewhat stretched out I think... because when I tried on other bras of their size, they were WAY too tight. The cup didn't even fit! I looked online and measured myself out to be a 40D (I've been wearing 36C!), but when I went shopping and tried to get some bras, ones that size looked HUGE to me and I really don't think I'm a D, but that's what the math tells me. Do different brands just run differently with sizes? I need some help and have no idea where to start. =(

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  1. tbrguy - 41-45 years old - male

    Posted by tbrguy Apr 6th, 2013 at 3:53AM

    Save money, hassle and discomfort - don't bother... let your body form it's own outline. There are health benefits as well.

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  2. Unknownperson4444 - 16-17 years old - female

    Posted by Unknownperson4444 Jan 3rd, 2013 at 4:25PM

    Size your breast in the shop

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  3. gmckdude711 - 22-25 years old - male

    Posted by gmckdude711 Dec 29th, 2012 at 12:49AM

    I recall reading a story about being fitted for a first bra on a different site that has me thinking that you should explore fitting capabilities at your local department stores.

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  4. rolo65 - 46-50 years old - male

    Posted by rolo65 Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:25AM

    Don't they let you try them on? It's not like George Costanza with a book in the book store crapper.

    Don't take my humor as crass. I have a 10 yo daughter that I will no doubt be taking for this experience and I'm in no hurry to see her grow up fast but I am a realist :)

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  5. kbgloves1 - 61-65 years old - male

    Posted by kbgloves1 Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:24AM

    I could give you a hand - two hands! Only kidding, maybe I should just go to sleep - you're only gonna put me down for that answer, anyway!

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  6. GuitarGirl19 - 18-21 years old - female

    Reply by GuitarGirl19 Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:08PM

    I won't down you. I'm glad someone could give a humorous answer. :P

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  7. kbgloves1 - 61-65 years old - male

    Reply by kbgloves1 Nov 17th, 2012 at 4:11PM

    ;)

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  8. mercer12 - 22-25 years old - female

    Posted by mercer12 Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:20AM

    different brands do run differently, so do different cuts/styles of bras. Also even if two bras both fit you they are not going to look the same under a shirt so bring a fairly clingy shirt to try on when bra searching. Also keep in mind how you will be wearing them (you don't want to go home with a bunch of minimizers if you want cleavage and you don't want a bunch of plunge bras to work out in). Your best bet is to find a store that has bras that you think are attractive which are in your budget and get one of the workers to measure you. It may be embarrassing but it is worth it since wearing the wrong size can seriously hurt your back in the long run.

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  9. Sharkattackbate - 46-50 years old - female

    Posted by Sharkattackbate Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:19AM

    I know I always have a problem with bras my boobs change so much regularly .. Even when I get professional measured they have to try many different designs to see what fits comfortable looks good and supports well . Nothing for it except trying them on . Annoying if your like me and hate trying things on when shopping :-)

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  10. notthinginking - 26-30 years old

    Posted by notthinginking Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:16AM

    What ever you do DON'T GOOGLE IT!! You will end up more confused! Go to a shop and get measured by a professional and try bras on, and if you have the time get a second measurement from another shop to make sure and try on their bras as well!

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  11. FoggyKoala - 18-21 years old - male

    Posted by FoggyKoala Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:16AM

    Measure again and don't make mistakes?

    And congratulations on your boobs!

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  12. AnonymousBlondeGirl - 18-21 years old - female

    Posted by AnonymousBlondeGirl Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:16AM

    at some Victoria's secret stores they can measure you in the fitting room, just ask. (and no they won't make you take your clothes off, they usually know what they are doing)

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  13. GuitarGirl19 - 18-21 years old - female

    Reply by GuitarGirl19 Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:17AM

    I've heard really bad things about VS as far as not giving good measurements.

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  14. AnonymousBlondeGirl - 18-21 years old - female

    Reply by AnonymousBlondeGirl Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:21AM

    is that so? hm. well then i'm not sure sorry.

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  15. travelingthinker - 26-30 years old - male

    Posted by travelingthinker Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:16AM

    I know I am a guy but don't they have people to help you do fitting in stores?

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  16. chibinovachan - 22-25 years old - female

    Posted by chibinovachan Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:15AM

    Sometimes Belks and other department stores that sell women's clothing will have bra fittings. Try to find one of these and you can get an expert to help you select a proper fit.

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  17. s3r1al - 36-40 years old - male

    Posted by s3r1al Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:14AM

    try it before you buy it... they arent all really sized correctly... no im not experienced in the subject... i just hear stuff

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  18. grayday104 - 22-25 years old - male

    Posted by grayday104 Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:13AM

    Can't you ask your Mom seems like a weird/dangerous place to ask this

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  19. GuitarGirl19 - 18-21 years old - female

    Reply by GuitarGirl19 Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:16AM

    My mom's not really being much of a help... Plus, she doesn't wear really pretty bras. lol

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  20. grayday104 - male

    Reply by grayday104 Nov 17th, 2012 at 2:17AM

    K just wanted to ask was kinda worried for you

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