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Band size frame size the band size is the size of the bra band around the torso. Wearing an unlined non padded bra not over your clothes run the measuring tape all the way around your back where your band sits being careful to keep the tape level. Learn how to measure your bra size by watching our step by step video. To find your band size. Bra size shouldnt be a guessing game. The two major aspects of bra size are the band size and the cup size.

Bra band sizes go in 2 inch increments. 51 465 so using the chart below you are a dd cup. Your bra band should feel a bit tight or you might say firmly. Lets say your bust measurement is 51 inches and your band size is 46 inches. In an ideal world you want that to sit as close to the sternum as possible says dunmore. It uses your rounded underbust measurement as your band measurement.

Only at victorias secret. Your band size should essentially be your underbust measurement more on that in the next section rounded to the nearest inch. Alternatively try a plunge bra which usually has a narrower centre front. So 28 inches 30 inches 32 inches and so on. However band sizes come in different measurements in different countries in that sizes such as small medium and large equate to different measurements. Most common sizing systems say to go up one cup size per inch of difference between your bust measurement and your band measurement so a 32 inch band with a 33 inch bust would be an a cup a 34.

Bra wearers can calculate their cup size by finding the difference between their bust size and their band size. A slightly different measurement can change your bra size altogether. Wearing the right bra size will make all the difference in the world. If it isnt holding in place try going down one band size or up a 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. With this guide managing irregular bra cup sizes should be a breeze and sore breasts from incorrect bra sizes will be things of the past.

A well fitted bra does give you more confidence and makes your clothes look better. Wearing the wrong bra size can ruin an otherwise flawless outfit and even lead to breast pain and backaches. These simple bust measuring instructions will ensure a perfect fit for band and cup alike. Plug your bra measurements into the bra size calculator to get your perfect fit. You will want to shop for size 46dd bras. The bridge sometimes called the gore is the centrepiece of the bra where the two cups join.