So you need to know how to measure correct bra size and cup size. The bust size bust line measure or over bust measure is the measurement around the torso over the fullest part of the breasts with the crest of the breast halfway between the elbow and shoulder usually over the nipples ideally while standing straight with arms to the side and. Determine your cup size. To determine your cup size subtract your band measurement from your bust measurement. The sister sizes of a bra are alternative sizes which essentially have the same cup volume as the original bra size even if the band size and the cup letter are different. Have a friend help you with the measurements.
The two major aspects of bra size are the band size and the cup size. Thats just one example of why its critical to use a bra cup size calculator or chart like ours that determines cup size by subtracting the band measurement from the bust and not the underbust measurement from the bust. Because bra bands tend to strech over time your bra should fit firmly on the loosest hook when new. Take the measurement in inches and round it up to the nearest inch. Learn how to measure your bra size by watching our step by step video. Only at victorias secret.
Her full bra size would be approximately a 32d. Bra wearers can calculate their cup size by finding the difference between their bust size and their band size. But women who wear 36c mostly need to wear 34ddwomen stop or ignoring the discomfort around their bra and cup sizebut it may lead to more serious issue like breast cancer. However band sizes come in different measurements in different countries in that sizes such as small medium and large equate to different measurements. But a 30d cup is equivalent to a 34a in terms of cup volume. Adjust the straps so that the tip of your breast as seen from the side is in the middle of the cup.
How to measure bra size correctly and work out my true cup size with a uk bra size calculator. Wear a t shirt bra without padding. Tips on how to take the perfect measurements. In determining your sister size you have the option to go one size up or one size down. Find your bra size online now. Make sure the measuring tape runs parallel to floor.
Band size frame size the band size is the size of the bra band around the torso. Plug your bra measurements into the bra size calculator to get your perfect fit. Keeping with the same example above our 32 band 36 bust body would wear approximately a d cup. Use both over bust measurement and determined band size determined above to find your cup size. A few key things to remember when measuring for cup size are. The band size should be 30 and the cup size should be d.
Calculate the difference between your bust measurement and band size like this. 36c is a common bra size and cup size.