Learn how to measure your bra size by watching our step by step video. Plug your bra measurements into the bra size calculator to get your perfect fit. Tips on how to take the perfect measurements. To determine your bra size and to find the perfect fitting bra it is very important that you measure your body carefully. Only a slight difference in your measurements could mean you would fit another bra size. I became a bra lover only after i learned about my own measurements and finding my bra size in a proper size chart.
The bust size is the loose circumference measured around the chest over the fullest part of the breasts while standing straight with arms to the side and wearing a properly fitted bra. Not only did i find my best bra size myself but i also found out that i can wear different bra sizes depending on the bra style and brand i choose. So if the under bust is 31 inches your band size is 36 inches and if the under bust is 32 inches the band size is 36 inches. How your bra size is calculated. Bra size chart uk how to determine your bra size. Before we start youll need.
Calculate your cup size by subtracting your band size in step one from your cup size in step two. Only at victorias secret. Wear a t shirt bra without padding. This is your cup measurement. The band or frame size is the firm circumference fitted not tightly measured directly underneath the breasts. Use the following to convert the bra sizes betweem different locations.
Where to begin the first mistake women make is to ask what bra size am i explains dunmore. To measure your bra size fist we calculate the band size also known as the back size. Adjust the straps so that the tip of your breast as seen from the side is in the middle of the cup. Round both measurements to the nearest whole number. Index brasizecalculatorcouk homepage how to measure your bra size. A top tip is to use your nipples as guidance.
1 inch equals a 2 inches equals b 3 inches equals c etc. Your best fitting bra ideally less than a year old. It may take no more than 10 to 20 minutes. My advice is to measure a couple of times and write down the outcomes. Every inch difference is another cup size up eg. 5 ways mia kang is breaking the lingerie model mould how to measure bra size.
Have a friend help you with the measurements. Another mistake is having a preconceived notion about the size you should be wearing chances are your cleavage isnt in the same place it was five years ago. See illustration above and read our measuring instructions below. Find your bra size online now. You need to measure both under bust measurement and over bust measurement. If the under bust measurement is an odd number 5 inches is added and if its even 4 inches are added.