Back Bulge - Opt for a bra with a wide back band made of stretchy fabric, such as mesh, that won't grab onto anything.

Baggy Cups - If you don't fill out the top of your cups, try a demi-style bra; there is no extra fabric to bunch up at the top.

Band That Rides Up - The band size may be too big. The straps may also be too long; try adjusting them.

Different Size Breasts - Every woman has this problem - do not think you are the only one facing this dilemma. Buy a bra in the cup size of your larger breast, then shorten the strap on the smaller side to bring that breast up to the same level as the larger one. Another option is to wear a Breast Enhancer (in Hollywood these are referred to as chicken cutlets). Simply put it in the smaller cup to alter the size of the breast. Play around with the position of the enhancer to achieve the desired look.

Falling Straps - A bra that is too big can make your bra creep up. Or it could be the slope of your shoulders; try a T-back bra to compensate for this problem.

Strapless That Slides - Going down a band size and up a cup size will help the bra stay where it should.

There are two important measurements you'll need to know to figure out your correct size – the Band measurement, and the Cup measurement. The Band measurement represents the numeric portion of your bra size – the 36 in a 36c. The cup measurement will be used to determine your cup size – the letter C in the size 36c.

Measure under your arms, high on your back, around the top of your chest. If this measurement is an even number, then this is your band size. If this measurement is an odd number, then add 1" to determine your band size. Record that number.

Search By Cup

Are you a perky and petite? Think of your cup size as a golf ball - Truly an A cup

Are you one handful? Think of your cup size as a tennis ball - Really a B cup

Are you full and large? Think of your cup size as a softball - Just a C cup

Are you voluptuous and endowed? Think of yourself as a volleyball - D cup

Are you REALLY voluptuous and REALLY endowed? Think of yourself as a basketball - DD (E) cup

When you have found the perfect fit, how do you make your lingerie last? It requires a little extra work. Here are some tips to extend the lifespan of your delicates.

When you find the perfect bra, buy at least two. The more bras you have in rotation, the longer each one will last.

Launder bras carefully! Hand-washing is recommended. Use a lingerie wash to care for your intimates. Soak the garments for about a half hour in lukewarm, soapy water before rinsing. If you must machine-wash, first hook your bras closed then put it in a lingerie bag—and wash in cold water on the delicate cycle. This will preserve the life of the garment as the soap is specially designed for delicates and it is not harsh on the fabric. Washing in a lingerie bag keeps the bras from spinning around the wash cycle. Having them contained in a bag will not compromise the wire, fabric and elasticity of the product.

Always air dry. The heat from the dryer will cause fabric to break down much more quickly, causing the garment to lose its shape and fit.

Bras and panties are meant to last about 6 months. Remember when they start to look sad (fraying edges, lost elasticity, color fading, bras with cups that have lost their shape) it is time to replace them. If you would be embarrassed for your doctor, husband, boyfriend, significant other to see you in your delicates, then it is time to refresh your wardrobe.