Fit Guides

Choosing sleepwear for humid Highveld nights

Measuring yourself at home takes five minutes and a soft tape. Stand straight and breathe out. Wrap the tape snugly around your ribs, just under the bust, and note the number. That is your band size.

Next, measure around the fullest part of your bust with the tape held loosely. The gap between the two numbers shows your cup size. Each inch is one cup. Try the result on, then check that the band sits level and the cups hold you fully.

SLEEPWEAR

A bra that fits well should feel secure without digging in. The band does most of the work, so it should sit level and snug on the loosest hook. If it rides up at the back, the band is too big. Straps only add a little support. Most of it comes from the band and the cups together.

Cups should hold the whole breast with no gaping at the top and no spilling over the edge. Lift your arms and check that the centre panel stays flat against your chest. Take your time trying on. Different brands cut a little differently, so your size may move up or down by one. Keep the receipt and ask us if you want to exchange.

Fit Notes: Bra Fit Guide

Cups should hold the whole breast with no gaping at the top and no spilling over the edge. Lift your arms and check that the centre panel stays flat against your chest. Take your time trying on. Different brands cut a little differently, so your size may move up or down by one. Keep the receipt and ask us if you want to exchange.

Fit Notes: Bra Fit Guide

Cups should hold the whole breast with no gaping at the top and no spilling over the edge. Lift your arms and check that the centre panel stays flat against your chest. Take your time trying on. Different brands cut a little differently, so your size may move up or down by one. Keep the receipt and ask us if you want to exchange.

Fit Notes: Bra Fit Guide

Cups should hold the whole breast with no gaping at the top and no spilling over the edge. Lift your arms and check that the centre panel stays flat against your chest. Take your time trying on. Different brands cut a little differently, so your size may move up or down by one. Keep the receipt and ask us if you want to exchange.

Fit Notes: Bra Fit Guide

BRAS

A bra that fits well should feel secure without digging in. The band does most of the work, so it should sit level and snug on the loosest hook. If it rides up at the back, the band is too big. Straps only add a little support. Most of it comes from the band and the cups together.

Fitting tips

Lace needs gentle care to last. Fill a basin with cool water and a small amount of mild soap, then press the garment under the water. Leave it for ten minutes. Rinse well and squeeze out the water in a towel, never by twisting. Lay it flat in the shade to dry. Heat and sunlight weaken the elastic, so skip the tumble dryer and the windowsill.

Hand washing

Lace needs gentle care to last. Fill a basin with cool water and a small amount of mild soap, then press the garment under the water. Leave it for ten minutes. Rinse well and squeeze out the water in a towel, never by twisting. Lay it flat in the shade to dry. Heat and sunlight weaken the elastic, so skip the tumble dryer and the windowsill.

Drying flat

Lace needs gentle care to last. Fill a basin with cool water and a small amount of mild soap, then press the garment under the water. Leave it for ten minutes. Rinse well and squeeze out the water in a towel, never by twisting. Lay it flat in the shade to dry. Heat and sunlight weaken the elastic, so skip the tumble dryer and the windowsill.

Storing bras

Lace needs gentle care to last. Fill a basin with cool water and a small amount of mild soap, then press the garment under the water. Leave it for ten minutes. Rinse well and squeeze out the water in a towel, never by twisting. Lay it flat in the shade to dry. Heat and sunlight weaken the elastic, so skip the tumble dryer and the windowsill.

A bra that fits well should feel secure without digging in. The band does most of the work, so it should sit level and snug on the loosest hook. If it rides up at the back, the band is too big. Straps only add a little support. Most of it comes from the band and the cups together.

BODYSUITS

Highveld nights can be warm and sticky, so choose sleepwear that breathes. Cotton and soft modal move air well and feel light on the skin. A loose slip or short chemise is cooler than a set with long sleeves. Pick pale colours and a relaxed cut. Wash new pieces before wearing them, and they will soften even more.

Under office shirts, the best bras are smooth and low profile. A smooth moulded cup in a shade close to your skin will not show through thin fabric. Avoid lace on top and heavy padding at the edges. Check the back too, since a wide band is neater than a thin strap. Sit down and lean forward in the mirror before you leave the fitting room.

Highveld nights can be warm and sticky, so choose sleepwear that breathes. Cotton and soft modal move air well and feel light on the skin. A loose slip or short chemise is cooler than a set with long sleeves. Pick pale colours and a relaxed cut. Wash new pieces before wearing them, and they will soften even more.

Under office shirts, the best bras are smooth and low profile. A smooth moulded cup in a shade close to your skin will not show through thin fabric. Avoid lace on top and heavy padding at the edges. Check the back too, since a wide band is neater than a thin strap. Sit down and lean forward in the mirror before you leave the fitting room.

Highveld nights can be warm and sticky, so choose sleepwear that breathes. Cotton and soft modal move air well and feel light on the skin. A loose slip or short chemise is cooler than a set with long sleeves. Pick pale colours and a relaxed cut. Wash new pieces before wearing them, and they will soften even more.

Under office shirts, the best bras are smooth and low profile. A smooth moulded cup in a shade close to your skin will not show through thin fabric. Avoid lace on top and heavy padding at the edges. Check the back too, since a wide band is neater than a thin strap. Sit down and lean forward in the mirror before you leave the fitting room.

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