Still Supportive?
Or Time to Retire It?
Elastic wears out long before fabric looks worn. Tell us how often you wear and wash a bra, and how many weeks you've had it, and we'll estimate how much life the band has left.
- ✓ Results in under a minute, no sign-up needed
- ✓ Based on the standard ~30-45 wear lifespan
- ✓ Helps you budget your bra wardrobe
Check your bra's lifespan
Estimate how many times you've worn it so far.
Why Bras Wear Out
The elastic in a bra band loses recovery with every wear and wash cycle most bras hold their support for roughly 30–45 wears before the band starts riding up no matter how tightly it's fastened. Rotating between at least 2–3 bras, and hand-washing or using a lingerie bag, both slow this process down considerably.
Signs It's Time to Replace
- ✓ The band rides up even on the tightest hook
- ✓ Straps need constant re-tightening
- ✓ Visible fraying, thinning elastic, or wire poking through
- ✓ Cups have gone permanently misshapen
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bras should I rotate between?
Most fitters recommend at least 2–3 in regular rotation, so each one gets time to recover elasticity between wears.
Does hand-washing really make a difference?
Yes machine washing and tumble drying break down elastic significantly faster than hand-washing and air drying.
Can I extend a stretched band's life?
Using the outer hook (the loosest setting first) gives you room to tighten as the band stretches, extending usable life by weeks.