How is bra size measured

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If it's odd, add five. Your band size is the sum of this calculation. So if you measured 32 inches, your band size is If you measured 33 inches, your band size is Wrap the measuring tape somewhat loosely around the fullest part of your chest at nipple level. Subtract your calculated band size Step 1 from your bust measurement Step 2 and refer to the bra cup size chart here.

Your bra size is your band size with your cup size. That's a 34C. If you need to go down a cup size for fit, go up one band size, and vice versa.

For example, if a 34C is too big for you in the cups, move to a 36B. Use the bra size chart here to make sure you are moving up or down a bra size correctly, and remember that your bra size might change slightly depending on the brand or type of bra. It may take some trial and error to find the perfect fit. Bend forward at the waist, then slip on the bra and hook it.

The measuring tape should be parallel to the ground. You should be able to fit a finger under the measuring tape. Depending on the manufacturer, you may need to add four if the measurement is even and add five if the number is odd. So if you measured 34 inches, your band size would be 38; if you measured 27 inches, your band size would be Historically, this has been standard practice in bra measuring and manufacturing — and no one is really sure why.

That discrepancy happens because different bra sizes often have similar measurements with slight variations in cup and band sizes. Start with your current bra size and use the chart below to help refine your bra size estimation and fit.

Find your best-fitting bra now Start Shopping. The only way to tell whether the bra size given to you by a bra size calculator and chart is right is to put it to the test. Try on bras in your size from different brands and see whether you get the same comfort and support from each one. You can also look at it the other way and determine whether you have the wrong bra size based on the tell-tale signs of a bad bra fit: cup gaps, straps and bands that are either too loose or tight, band riding up, etc.

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