Choosing the right first bra for your daughter

Shopping for the first bra is an important milestone for a girl; it marks her transition from childhood to womanhood. However, it can be difficult to know the right time to take your daughter for a fitting. Some girls are very eager to wear their first bra while others put it off for as long as possible. 

As a mother you might feel understandably anxious and unprepared to buy your little girl her first bra. It does not help that many retailers promote styles that are sometimes both uncomfortable and age-inappropriate. Triumph International, the maker of lingerie since 1886 brings you expert advice on the delicate issue of knowing when to buy a beginner bra for your daughter and some useful tips on buying a beginner bra. 

The right time to buy a beginner bra 

Ideally, a girl should be comfortable enough with her mother to voice her concerns or talk about the changes in her body. When she is not forthcoming about her thoughts, it is up to her mother to address the subject at the right time. But when is the right time?

The right time depends on your daughter’s body type. If you feel that wearing a bra will give your daughter more confidence, it might be the right time for her to start wearing a bra. 

The occasion of buying a beginner bra is a good time to talk to a preteen and make it clear that all women go through the same changes and that it is nothing to be embarrassed about. The most important aspect when dealing with a preteen is respecting her wishes. 

Useful tips on buying a beginner bra

The pioneering lingerie maker, Triumph International recommends that you first talk to your daughter to understand her preferences. Allow her to choose a beginner bra that is not only well-fitted and comfortable but also appealing to her. The bra that she wants to wear might not be the best suited bra for her at the moment; therefore, it is recommended that you suggest to her some possible alternatives that will provide better support.

A very young girl can consider wearing a bra top which is specially designed for those going through pre-puberty. It prepares them to wear a bra in the near future. A crop-top is a good companion for girls who regularly participate in light sports. When your daughter needs more support, it is advised that she progresses to a bra.

Triumph International is the first brand in Sri Lanka to launch a collection exclusively designed for the first time wearer. Following extended discussions with the local school authorities, Triumph International tailor-made the collection to meet the accepted norms and regulations of Sri Lankan schools. The entire collection is wire-free to provide extra comfort and natural feel. The range is made with 90% cotton to suite the high humidity level in Sri Lanka and 10% elastin for the expandability required for the active lifestyle of young teens. The designs are double layered for added protection. The collection is suitable to be worn under vests and is perfect for school girls and teenage girls who require low to medium support. The sizes start from 28AA and progress up to 10 sizes.

“Buying a beginner bra marks a turning point in a young girl’s life. Triumph International helps mothers and daughters through this transition by designing bras that girls want to wear and mothers are happy to buy. No padding or underwire, just comfortable cotton bras that not only fit well but look beautiful,” stated Triumph International Sri Lanka Head of Operations Amal Fernando.

An experienced fit expert from Triumph will take your daughter’s measurements and help her find the perfect beginner bra that not only fits her size and shape but also suites her individual needs and style. 

Mothers and young girls can now find the never-seen-before collection of beginner bras by Triumph at their exclusive stores located in Majestic City, Liberty Plaza, Crescat, Alfred House Gardens, Kandy City Center, K- Zones Moratuwa and Kapuwatte and leading fashion retailers island-wide.