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Measuring your bra band size is the first step to discover your true bra size. For example in a bra size 32d the 32 is the band size. 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. Wearing the wrong bra size can ruin an otherwise flawless outfit and even lead to breast pain and backaches. For instance you might go from a 36 c to a 38 b. You can check the bra sizes chart or calculator further up this page to confirm your correct bra size.

The vast majority of bra manufacturers in the united states create band sizes in the 32 to 42 range with newer products emerging or brands creating more sizes to accommodate more women. It all starts by measuring your underbust and choose the closest band size. A sister size is a bra with a different band and cup size but the same cup volume. Go up a sister size. Plug your bra measurements into the bra size calculator to get your perfect fit. The difference in inches corresponds to your cup size for example if your bust measures 37 inches.

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 band or frame size is the firm circumference fitted not tightly measured directly underneath the breasts. Your underbust measurement is odd so you add 1 leading to a band size of 36. This can happen due to pesky brand variation. In american lingerie boutiques department stores and on bra shopping sites band sizes typically range from 28 to 56. Only at victorias secret.

Then bra math alert subtract your band size from your bust measurement. A bra band should feel firm but not never too tight. Once you find your true bra size some women may still chose a sister size in certain scenarios such as with a difficult to find bra size. From there youll be able to find the matching cup size. Bra size shouldnt be a guessing game. This is useful information if for whatever reason you try on a bra in your usual size and the band is unusually tight or loose.

Your bra size is a us 36ddddg. Thats a 7 difference or a ddddg cup. So a 34a is sister sizes with a 32b is sister sizes with a 30c is sister sizes with a 28d. Increase your band size by two but go down one cup size. 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. Use the following to convert the bra sizes betweem different locations.

These simple bust measuring instructions will ensure a perfect fit for band and cup alike. Learn how to measure your bra size by watching our step by step video.