Bra sizing....How does it work?

Question

Id had a look on the net and they say to measure the fullest part and the bit under. But im 42 and 36....so that 6cm.....What does that translate to?

Answer 1

These sites are great:

http://www.zafu.com/women/regular/bra/ca...

http://biggerbras.com/how-to-fit-a-bra.s...  

Answer 2

I'd say to try a 38D.

Answer 3

Normally, you take the under bust measurement and this is your band size - or if it's an odd number, and one. So, you measure 36 under; your band size is 36.

There's a 6in difference. With A=1, B=2 etc, that puts you in 36E (US 36DDD/F). However, measurements are only a rough guide and they don't really determine your size. They should really only be used if you don't have a clue about your size and need a starting point. But you should be in the region of 36DD-FF. These websites should help you determine whether a bra fits:

http://www.bravissimo.com/perfectfit/get...

http://www.figleaves.com/uk/fitting_room...

Answer 4

The internet told my mum shes anything from a C to a J. I would definitely consider going to a lingerie shop and getting a proper bra fitting service.

Answer 5

just try on different size bras until you find one (non or lightly padded!) that fits you properly. thats what i did & i got a free bra measure at vistoria secrets & the lady measured it to exactly what i wear!

Answer 6

I'm assuming you've measured in inches, not centimetres like you say, is this correct? (A 36cm under-bust is just over 14in.)

A lot of websites will tell you to add 4-5" to your under-bust to find band size. This results in a band size that is far too big, especially for UK bra brands which tend to be looser than American. If you want the proper support and fit, I think you should wear a 36 band size. 42-36=6, as you say, and a 6" difference correlates to a UK E cup.

I agree with the previous poster, then: 36E would be a good starting point for you, but you should try on a range of sizes, keeping in mind how a properly fitted bra should look. I suggest trying on 36DD, E, and F to see how you fill out the cups.

Answer 7

if you go to marks and spencers they measure you and tell you what size you are as your bra size changes reguarly

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