How do you measure your bra size?

Answer 1

I just answered this in another question.
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AjlJQftDG9wAQPgfRK2yUevsy6IX?qid=20061203195250AAEhOcT&show=7#profile-info-eb1ab6c4e7d08c67451faaa02ec23248aa

Just so you know...the person above (hottemper) said that if your back measures 26 you add 5. This is incorrect. If your back measure below 28 inches, you add 3. If it measures 28 inches and above, THEN you add 5. Another reason why so many people are wearing the wrong size bra...Because stores don't go by this rule. I have to to be able to fit in a bra, I'm also a seamstress and I have a much better way of measuring than little sales associates do. Take my advice, otherwise you'll be stuck in an uncomfortable bra.

Answer 2

DETERMINING CORRECT BRA AND CUP SIZE
To determine your correct bra and cup size, you will need a tape measure, in inches. Then, CLICK HERE for our computer calculator and follow the instructions.

If you prefer to do it out by hand, read and follow the instructions below. You will need a tape measure (preferably paper) in inches, and a pencil. (Optimally, you should be wearing your most comfortable bra when the following measurements are done, though this is not mandatory.)

There are 2 variables we need to determine to correctly find your bra and cup size. These variables are your frame size and your chest+breast size. Keep in mind, however, that determining your bra and cup size is no an exact science. If you find you should be wearing a 34 C, but a 32 B fits you better, obviously get the more comfortable one!

1. Determine Frame & Bra Size
The frame size is the diameter around your chest JUST BELOW your breasts. Using the tape measure, measure around your ribcage directly under your breasts. There should be no breast tissue measured while determining your frame size. Record your results on the printed form.

To determine the bra size, add 5 to this number. If the number you get is odd, round up to the next even number. For example, if your frame size is 26 inches, when you add 5 to this you get 31 inches. You should therefore round up to the even number which is 32 inches (since bras only come in even numbers). This is your bra size, 32 inches.

2. Determine Breast Size
The next measurement goes around the chest over and including the fullest part of your bust (usually at the level of the nipples). Technically, you should take this measurement while wearing a comfortable bra. This is the diameter of your chest+breast. Record this number on the form.

3. Calculate Cup Size
Now, take the chest + breast size number, and subtract your bra size number. Then use the table below to determine your cup size.

Difference (line 5 minus 4) Cup Size
0 to 1/2 inch AA
1/2 to 1 inch A
1 to 2 1/2 inches B
2 1/2 to 3 1/2 inches C
3 1/2 to 4 1/2 inches D
4 1/2 to 6 inches DD (E)
6 to 7 inches DDD (F)
7 to 8 inches G
etc., etc. etc.



4. Example
Let's assume your frame size is 31 inches, your bra size is therefore 36 inches (31 + 5 = 36 inches). In addition, assume you measured your chest+breast size at 40 inches. Now, take your chest+breast size (40), and subtract your bra size (36). You get 4 inches as the difference. Using the table above, you find that anyone with a difference between 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 inches (including 4) has a cup size D. Your correct bra and cup size is therefore 36 D.

Answer 3

You measure around your chest/breast for your actual size (36", 42", etc.) and then measure around your lower chest just below your breast (you might have to lift or move them out of the way. Then subtract this number from your breast size. the results will give you your cup size: 0=A; 1=B; 2=C; 3=D; 4=E, etc.

Answer 4

I went to Macy's and the woman in the lingerie dept. measured for me. The number is around your upper ribcage, under your breasts and the letter of the size is the cup size.

Answer 5

measure under your breast and that's the number size, then measure the fullest part of your breast and for each inch more than the number size equals a letter cup size..... ex. 36 inches around 40inches around breasts would be a 36d

Answer 6

go to store....like fashion bug is where i went...im 13 by the way........go to the bra section...if there is a lady in there...then ask her..umm could you help me please. I need to get measured....and surely she will help you.....or if you feel more comfortable doing it urself take a measurer and wrap it around your bust line...and there u go! good luck

Answer 7

you cant rele measure it rite ureself. so you should go somewhere like VICTORIA's SECRET!!!

Answer 8

yeah victoria's secret does it for free.

Answer 9

go to victoria secret!!