A BUSTY fashionista has revealed sleazy guys tried to guess her bra size when she was as young as 11 – making her fear her body “belonged to the world”.
Katie, who is a size 14-16 and wears an L cup, is an advocate for fuller bust women trying to find confidence in themselves.
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But she admits it even took her years to get to that point after struggling as a teenager.
Speaking to BBC The Social, Katie – from Inverness – said: “I remember being 11 and hearing builders try to guess my bra size which is the the first time I became aware that my body sorta belonged to the world.
“Later in life I’ve became a lot more neutral about my body and saying ‘actually those comments aren’t ok’.”
Katie’s cup size went up three to four sizes every year throughout her time in high school.
“There’s no-one I know in my family who looks like me”, she revealed.
“But my mum from a young age always made sure I always have properly fitted bras, it’s something I’m so grateful for.”
She added: “It’s taken me a long time, but yes I do like them [my boobs].”
Katie previously shared a budget-friendly tip that transforms any bra into a strapless one – while still giving you plenty of support.
Speaking to BBC The Social, she said: “Don’t have a strapless bra? Don’t worry, I’ve got your back.
“By folding the straps down you can transform a simple T-shirt bra into a strapless one.
“If you feel like you could still use a little bit extra coverage or support you can add a long line bandeau a few sizes down in a stretch fabric.”
She added: “It can be really hard to find a strapless bra that’s the right fit.
“Too big and it falls off, too small and you end up with quad boob.
“You can test your bra by fastening it backwards and doing the two finger test.
“The perfect stretch is when you can fit two fingers between you and the band, but no more.”
With a bandeau ribbed crop top costing just £4 in Primark, it works out as a very cost-effective hack.
Tips on how to select the right bra for you
HERE is bra expert Priya Downes’, founder and CEO of lingerie brand Nudea, checklist for finding the perfect fit:
UNDERBAND: This is crucial for support.
It should feel seamless against your skin, resting in a straight line.
Now, try to put two fingers under the band – there should be just enough room, leaving you with a perfectly snug fit.
CUPS: You don’t want them too tight, with your boobs bulging over the top or out the side.
And you really don’t want gaping between the cup and the top of your breast.
Neither is a good look under your clothes.
CENTRE FRONT: The wiring that curves up between your breasts should lay flat against your breastbone without any discomfort or rogue wire poking out.
