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Best flag poleSIGN UPSIGN INDiscover Box of Style, now shipping internationally!The Zoe ReportFASHIONBEAUTYLIVINGENTERTAINMENTWEDDINGSBOX OF STYLEHow To Find A Bra That Actually Fitsby Kristi Mikesky April 9, 2016Why is it that bras—one of the most necessary components of a female wardrobe—feel impossible to get right? Despite their ubiquity in underwear drawers across the globe, over half of women are in the wrong size. Not only does it look and feel better when you have the proper fit, it also has practical implications (ie. no back pain and, according to Oprah, age-reversing abilities). We talked to experts to get to the bottom of the issue, and how to make sure that next time you purchase lingerie, you're getting the perfect fit.Journelle-bra-on-model-lacePhoto: Courtesy of JournelleThe Cause Of Size ConfusionIf you're of average build, you've probably been told at some point in your life you're a 34B. Allison Beale, the Marketing & Brand Director at Journelle, notes that the near-universal belief that every woman fits this size is a major contributor"You'd think it's just a math equation of measurements but it's not."Marissa Vosper and Lauren Schwab, co-founders of Negative Underwear, concur—although 34B might be fit-model measurement of record in lingerie (similar to what a 27 is in denim), there is no industry standard for bra fit, leading to small but impactful disparities."You'd think it's just a math equation of measurements but it's not—every brand has their own version of a 34B," Vosper and Schwab note. This rubric then of course affects the measurements of other sizes in the same line. "Sizing is proprietary to the brand, but also depends on fabrication—stretch lace versus rigid lace, cotton, etc.," Beale also notes.Courtesy of On Gossamer Courtesy of On GossamerCourtesy of Negative Underwear Courtesy of Negative UnderwearWhere To Start With SizingWith so many factors affecting the fit of bras, where's a girl to start? Though it might be an imperfect process, the natural starting point is, of course, taking your measurements. That, in addition to actually trying on a variety of styles—whether you purchase in-store or order online—is the way to find your true match."Fitting is much more of an art than a science."According to Vosper and Schwab, "Fitting is much more of an art than a science, so sometimes trial and error, with the eye and help of an expert, can ensure you walk away with a bra that fits and feels great." Aka be patient—working in tandem with a pro and taking the time to try different things will eventually result in an informed purchase.If you prefer to fit yourself in the privacy of your own home, you can still get an accurate read—Beale explains:"Start below your arms and pull a measuring tape snugly across your chest for your band size [the numerical part of the size]. Do not squeeze! Take your second measurement around your back and the apex of your breast. This will be a larger number. Then subtract your first (smaller) measurement from the second to get your cup size. If your first measurement was 32 (your band size) and your second measurement was 36, subtracting 32 from 36 equals four or a D cup—as each inch equals a cup size, starting at A."All In The DetailsWhile the these two measurements are the key components of a size, Vosper and Schwab advise to consider other elements of fit as well:"In a well-fitting bra, the gore—the small center piece connecting the bra cups—should lay flat at your sternum, and shouldn't pull or buckle. The bra band should fit snug around your ribs without riding up your back or digging into your flesh. You shouldn't be able to pull it far from your chest either—the band provides the majority of support in a bra, so it should be comfortably snug. If your band is fitting well and supporting you properly, your straps shouldn't dig. Often times if a band is too loose, the back will ride up and the straps will dig in as a result—essentially the support that should have been achieved in the band is being transferred to the straps, which is pretty uncomfortable. Ideally your underwire or cup should cover the full breadth of your breast tissue, from center chest/sternum to right under your underarm. If you have too small of a cup/wire for your frame, you'll get wires digging into flesh. Finally, you should like the shape your bra gives you with a t-shirt on (from the front and the side)."Landing The Perfect FitIf it's been a while since you made a new purchase, it's definitely time, as innovations in technical design have evolved the way bras fit the body."Historically, many women chose to wear bras that were larger than needed around the rib cage in their quest for comfort and ease. Today’s bras are made with superior fabrics and trims that offer more fit flexibility," says Debby Gedney, President of On Gossamer. As in—you now have a little more leeway in between sizes, so sizing up is no longer your only option.Vosper and Schwab agree: "What we've found is that most women are wearing a band size that's too big for them (or bras that are old and stretched out). That said, when you adjust your size down from a band perspective, you often need to size up in the cups to account for shifting proportions (e.g., from a 34B to a 32C, or a 36C to a 34D)."Finally, embrace the journey; as with many things, it's unlikely you'll get it right the very first time."During your fitting, don't get too hung up on your measured size. At best, this is your absolute size; at worst a starting point for you to begin your bra trying-on journey," says Beale.Do all of the above and maybe, just maybe, the notion of ill-fitting lingerie will one day be unknown to us women (and ahem, our "girls").Marquee image: Courtesy of On GossamerPRETTY LITTLE UNDERTHINGSJournelle Juliette Demi BraJuliette Demi BraJournelle, $68On Gossamer Mesh Bump-It-Up BraMesh Bump-It-Up BraOn Gossamer, $46Negative Sieve Non-Wired BraSieve Non-Wired BraNegative Underwear, $55Morgan Lane Dauphine Eloise BraDauphine Eloise BraMorgan Lane, $198On Gossamer Mesh Convertible T-Shirt BraMesh Convertible T-Shirt BraOn Gossamer, $42Journelle Victoire Plunge BraVictoire Plunge BraJournelle, $58Cosabella BodysuitNever Say Never Racerback BraCosabella, $55victorias secret leopard lace braLeopard Lace Flirt Demi BraVictoria's Secret, $60SHAREPINTWEETADD OR VIEW COMMENTSPUBLISHEDApril 9, 2016DESIGNERSJournelle / Negative Underwear / On GossamerTRENDSExpert Tips / LingerieBox-of-style-leadNEXTUPMarch 30, 2016A Season Of Chic: The 411 On The Box Of StyleRELATED STORIESAcne At Every AgeMay 14, 2016How To Cope With Acne At Every AgeExpert tips for beating breakouts once and for all.How To Look Good In PhotosMay 11, 2016How To Look Good In Every PhotoLearn the tricks from our experts.Eyebrow Mistakes You're MakingApril 15, 20167 Ways You're Ruining Your EyebrowsAnd how to correct them!hairstyles-for-curly-natural-hair-african-americanApril 1, 2016Expert Tips For Getting Gorgeous Natural HairBeyonce’s hairstylist spills her best secrets.Chanel Metallic MakeupMarch 28, 2016The Chanel-Approved Beauty Trend You Should Rock This SpringShimmer your way through spring.Backstage at AltuzarraMarch 24, 2016What To Do In Between Your Eyebrow AppointmentsSo your arches are on fleek 24/7.EDITOR'S PICKSSummer DenimHow To Style Summer's Hottest Denim TrendsKate MiddletonKate Middleton Just Wore Her Trendiest Look YetHow To get Perfect Beach Waves OUAIThe Genius Hack For Perfect Beach WavesIt Bag Of Summer Chiara FerragniThis Is The It Bag Of SummerSummer Beauty Swaps10 Beauty Product Swaps To Make For SummerFROM OUR FRIENDSKendall Jenner Transformed Her Bra Into a Going-Out Top -POPSUGAR FASHIONTurning Back TimeTHE CHRISELLE FACTORThe New Artist Cement Collection from Cle TilesREMODELISTAThe Feathery Lash | The Violet FilesVIOLET GREYpowered by PubExchangeFOLLOW US:Sign Up for a Daily Dose of Glamour:EmailSIGN UPABOUTTERMSPRIVACY POLICYEDITORIAL POLICYEDIT PREFERENCESBest Flagpole

I live in a place that is usually really windy. Historically, my flag has been wrapped around the pole numerous times, multiple times per day and my daily task was to unwind the flag from the pole. As did my UPS, FEDEX, and Amazon delivery drivers.I have had this pole for about a month, and I've never had it wrap around the pole. The flag will occasionally blow on top but this pole has an inner and outer pole which spins with the flag to keep it from winding up. And it works. I'm very happy with my purchase and will only be using this pole in the future. Highly recommend.

I have several of these flagpoles and they've always performed as expected. They are easy to set up and the flags never bunch up because of the wind. They look great and their durability is excellent.

This is an excellent flag pole for keeping the flag it displays from getting tangled. It does this by having the flag mounted on a pole that is free to fully rotate. It is a pole that rotates on a fixed pole that is inside it. The problem I ran into with this flag pole is the clips used to attach the flag to the pole are made of plastic and one of them broke after a few years. The flag pole worked very well up to that point, but will not hold a flag until that clip is fixed, or the whole flag pole is replaced. I came up with a simple and very inexpensive solution to this problem.What I did was create a new clip that could be attached to the pole. This was done with a small loop of stainless-steel cable and a hose clamp. The hose clamp was positioned close to where the broken clip was located, the loop of stainless-steel cable was placed under the hose clamp with a small portion of the cable extending beyond the edge of the clamp to provide something to hook on to. Then the hose clamp was tightened. See the attached photos. Since the other clip on the pole that holds the flag was also made of plastic, it was also replaced with the same type of clip. There is no way either of the two new clips will ever break. The stainless-steel cable is rated at a maximum pull strength of over 400 pounds. This is a permanent solution to the problem. What is also nice about this solution is the hooks on the flag can be attached to the new clips and the tension to the flag can be adjusted by moving the new clips before they are tightened down. This is much better than working with clips that are in a fixed position and require the hooks be installed on the flag or to the clips while tension is being applied to the flag. This is difficult to do. If you have a clip break, I am confident you will be very happy with this solution. All the Best, Rich