Dangers of Buying Bras Previously Tried On

For the most part, there are no real dangers of buying bras previously tried on – if there were, lingerie shopping would be even more challenging than it already is! There are a few things of which to be aware, but if you shop smart, there is no reason you should not walk away with a perfect bra, even if someone else had it on for a few minutes.

Your real concern in bra shopping is getting the right fit.

There are some urban legends about serious dangers of buying bras previously tried on, such as contracting someone's highly contagious and devastating skin disease. Of course, there would be nothing funny about such a situation, but it's really just an urban myth.

People might also worry about having an allergic reaction to someone else's lotion, but again, this is not something that really happens. Most cosmetics are not going to linger on the bra long enough for it to be a problem.

If you have a history of skin problems, are hyper-sensitive and have been alerted by your doctor that you have reason to be concerned, you could try covering your nipples with surgical tape to protect them while you try on bras. But for the most part, it's not something you need to worry about.

Because bra sizing can be so difficult for so many women and it's hard to maintain consistency, it is not unreasonable to perceive stretching as a danger of buying bras previously tried on. If a woman for whom the bra was considerably too small had it on a while as she was choosing, you might think it would then be compromised, since of course it is not washed before returning to the rack.

Be assured that, for the most part, this is not going to be a problem. If you are shopping for very cheap bras, they might be susceptible to quick damage, but you will likely notice anything amiss before you try them on. Likewise, a bra that doesn't have much to it, like a peek-a-boo bra or something else made for fantasy purposes, is more likely to show wear even before it's been bought. But even under these circumstances, you really have nothing to worry about. Bras simply don't stay on anyone long enough in the dressing room to endure much compromise.

The best way to avoid any perceived dangers of buying a bra previously tried on is to go to a lingerie shop that sells high-quality bras and offers high-quality shopping assistance. Whenever you go to buy new bras, even if you haven't gained or lost any weight since your last shopping trip, it's useful to be fitted before you start trying on. A knowledgeable sales assistant – that's the only kind you'll get in a good lingerie shop – will be able to guide you to the best bras for your size and help you make selections based on your criteria, so that you are well ahead of the game even before you step into the dressing room.

You can also examine the bra closely to test for any signs of damage or abuse. Very likely the worst thing you would find is a stain, but in a good shop, they would have spotted this already and taken the bra off the rack.

Be sure to adjust the straps as you try on the bra, or ask the assistant to do it for you. You definitely don't want to trust that you're the same size as the woman who last tried on the bra. A simple strap adjustment can make a big difference.

Finally, when you get the bra home, be sure to wash it before wearing it. This is the best step you can take towards making the bra safe and comfortable for you to wear all day, no matter who else tried it on in the store.

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