Why is underwear the foundation to any outfit?

The true fullest point of the bust is the same as the intended fullest point of any fashion top. That’s what makes us look at our best or not. This point is always halfway between the elbow and the shoulder, which is what  the design points of fashion clothing do expect. Miss that point and nothing will look right and we’ll make compromises, that cannot possibly work, because they miss the point.  So, we’d better be ready with our foundation, ensuring we reflect our natural best. The alternatives are always worse, so don’t kid yourselves.

Underwear, Bras, shapewear and indeed swimwear equip our body to be the foundation to any outfit. Fashion expects a proportionate foundation. Why? Because clothes are designed according to shoulder, bust, waist and hip size. Tops aim to fit on the shoulder, then become narrower for the waist and then slightly wider for the hips. What we don’t always realise is how important the bust position is!  If the bust is sitting 1/2  inch lower than it should, clothes will appear too small. Chosing a larger size will drop the bust, waist and hips lower down the body, making you look larger than you actually are. So let’s get it right! Below you can quite clearly see the points and how precise they actually are.

Top by Kettlewell Colours

The bra’s role is to move the fullest point of the bust back into the centre of the breast form. Below, you can quite clearly see the fullest point, in the centre of the breast form, halfway between the elbow and shoulder.

Dream Tisha by Le Mystere - sizes 32-44 C-H in Black and Nude. Available from http://www.brasense.co.uk

So ………… I can talk and talk and talk about what a difference it makes but lets see what it really looks like

A 38Cfit2 strapless bra by Le Mystere. The fullest point is now in the correct position meaning the bust, waist and hips all sit correctly.

If tops are too small on the bust and pull ............. check your bra shape!

To show you how accessories also fit differently …………..

Again, once the bust is sitting in the correct position, the body instantly looks deeper and slimmer!

Swimwear requires you to use foundation garment fitting and fashion all in one! So let Fitqueens help! Keep reading and following us to find which swimwear shapes will work for you and why shape more than size really is key!

Author: Sara O’Regan, Founder of Bra Sense Ltd