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How To Measure For A Bra Size


Knowing your bra size is crucial in more than one respect. Of course you’ll want it to fit you properly, but it can also have other undesired effects (many women overlook this aspect and end up wearing ill-suited undergarments). First and foremost, an uncomfortable, loose, or too tight bra can cause pain, irritation, circulation problems and other issues. Maybe even more than any other garment, a bra is meant to be well-fitted and comfortable. Secondly, it might affect your posture and/or your overall appearance. The way you feel in it will inevitably show. How to measure for a bra size – this quick and one-off procedure could make your life much easier.

How to measure for a bra size – Step one: your band size

The band size is determined by measuring the perimeter of your chest. It has to be assessed as accurately as possible because it will affect the way your bra holds up. The best way to do it is to use a flexible tape measure tightly wrapped around your chest. It is preferable to do it while wearing a bra and to measure right below it. Your band size is then obtained using a conversion table (or simply by asking a sales person).

How to measure for a bra size – Step two: your cup size

The cup size is actually much easier to determine than you might think. All you need to do is to measure the circumference of your chest over your breasts (at the highest point). The cup size is then obtained by subtracting that number from your band size number (the measurement of your chest, not the actual band size) and using a conversion table. For example, if the difference is 1 inch, your cup size is A, if it’s 2 inches, your cup size B and so on and so forth.

How to measure for a bra size – Step three: Trial and error

Obviously, regardless of how accurate your measuring is, it doesn’t mean that you can just pick up any bra that matches your size. As you will find out, true band and cup sizes can vary quite significantly depending on the brands and even the models you are looking at. What you need is to find a bra that really fits you properly. If you did it correctly, the sizes you measured should get you pretty close. And it is only empirically that you will be able to find your actual size. At the end of the day, a good bra will look right, and overall feel right.

Your bra is a very important part of how you will look and feel. Measuring for a bra size is a very simple process that you only need to do once in a while and that will improve your everyday life for a long time. Once you’re done measuring for your size, it’s time to choose a comfortable bra.



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  60. October 22nd, 2009 | 5:07 pm

    Hello from Russia!
    Can I quote a post in your blog with the link to you?

  61. Elle Love
    October 23rd, 2009 | 3:41 am

    Sure, but please keep link intact. thks.

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