Because bra bands tend to strech over time your bra should fit firmly on the loosest hook when new. If this measurement is even add 4 to get your band size. If there is a gap between the bra bridge and your rib cage or the bra bridge sits on top of your breasts it might mean that the cup size is too small. Try to go up a cup size keeping the under bust size the same. Alpha bra size s m l xl bra sizing is most accurate if size is splitted into bra band size and bra cup size. Its not uncommon to have bras from one brand in a different size than one from another.
Next measure loosely around the fullest part of your bust. Lets see how to determine your cup size. Match the number to this bra size chart to determine your cup size. Only at victorias secret. Adjust the straps so that the tip of your breast as seen from the side is in the middle of the cup. Simply use our alpha bra size chart below to determine your alpha bra size from your ordinary us bra size.
Have a friend help you with the measurements. The centre front of the bra sits between the breasts and is also called a bra bridge. The bra size also known as brassiere measurement or bust size is the measure which indicates the size characteristics of a brabra size is usually expressed as consisting of two measurements with a number of systems in use around the world the band length often numerical and cup size often alphabetical. The bra bridge should lie flat against the body. Use both over bust measurement and determined band size determined above to find your cup size. Start with your current bra size and use the.
But some bra manufacturersbrands use alpha sizes when it comes to bra sizing. Find your bra size online now. 51 465 so using the chart below you are a dd cup. So lets get down to the nitty gritty of your bra size. However band sizes come in different measurements in different countries in that sizes such as small medium and large equate to different measurements. To measure your bra size first stand in front of a mirror with a non padded bra on.
Tips on how to take the perfect measurements. Then wrap some soft measuring tape around your torso directly under your bust where your bra band is. Band size frame size the band size is the size of the bra band around the torso. Wear a t shirt bra without padding. The two major aspects of bra size are the band size and the cup size. Learn how to measure your bra size by watching our step by step video.
If its odd add 5 instead. Plug your bra measurements into the bra size calculator to get your perfect fit. Lets say your bust measurement is 51 inches and your band size is 46 inches. Thats because different bra sizes often have similar measurements with slight variations in cup and band sizes.