This is how the underband of the bra will fit so the tape should be tight but not uncomfortable. Your bra size is 40d. If the underwire is sitting on your breast tissue try a bigger cup size so that all your breast tissue is enclosed in the cups and if the wire is poking into your armpit try a smaller back size but remember to go up a cup size to keep the volume in the cup size the same. Only at victorias secret. We recommend a professional bra fitting in one of our triumph stores. So if i follow the bra size calculator my ideal bra fitting is 36c.
Compare the differences between sizing standards for the us uk eu and for australia and new zealand or explore hundreds of other calculators addressing math health fitness finance and more. The underwire in your bra can hurt if its sitting on your breast tissue or armpit rather than your ribcage. Unfortunately its difficult to know which system individual designers and labels use. According to research as many as 75 of women wear the wrong size bra. Read the measurement from the tape and round up or down if necessary to the nearest multiple of five ie. Only a slight difference in your measurements could mean you would fit another bra size.
Dont let this scare you. This free calculator estimates bra size based on bust size frame size and commonly used measurement standards. It could mean you would fit two different bra sizes and they both fit you just fine. Currently there are two different bra fitting styles outlined below. Heres how to hedge your bets. The modern measurement is being adopted by more manufacturers though some still use the traditional style.
Studio brings you a great bra fitting guide to ensure your bra is the right size gives maximum support and fits comfortably every time. 80 of the support comes from the band. The triumph store locator will help you to find the one closest to you. Its important for you to find out if youre just in between two bra sizes. Plug your bra measurements into the bra size calculator to get your perfect fit. And if you wear a plus size bra it can be even harder to find a bra that fits.
Measurement should represent the smallest size of your ribcage. 75 80 85 etc. Its best to do this measurement while youre not wearing a bra or you can do it wearing one just be careful not to sit the tape over your bra or underwire. This measurement is your underbust. Finding the perfect fitting bra starts with knowing your correct size. Navigate different fitting styles.
In order to find the right size bra you will need to take your measurements. Learn how to measure your bra size by watching our step by step video.