Tips for Bra Shopping

Ah, bra shopping ... the joys. If the first thing that comes to your mind is super feminine floral print dressing rooms and long lines of rather somber-looking females that extend out into the far reaches of the store, well, you might not be too far off. For some of us, brasserie shopping is a breeze. But if you're reading this, you most likely haven't quite mastered the process yet.

And that's ok, bra shopping can be tricky. With a few pointers, you may find your bra-buying experience is substantially shorter this go-round. Unless you already have a favorite type of bra from a trusty brand, chances are, it's going to take you more than 5 minutes to select a bra. Hey - there's a lot to consider. Are you looking for strapless, everyday, or fun and flirty? The fabric you choose can make a huge difference in the versatility you'll get out of a bra, as well.

In addition, once you target which type of bra fits you best (underwire, lace, full cup, demi, etc.), you'll have a much quicker go of it. In the meantime, here are some bra-hunting basics to get you started.