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