Can someone explain how to correctly measure bra size?

Answer 1

Here i hope this isn't too complicated.

STEP 1: BAND SIZE

Measure under your arms, high on your back, across the top of your chest. If this measurement is an even number, this is your band size. If an odd number, add 1" to determine your band size.


STEP 2: CUP SIZE

Measure loosely around the fullest part of your bust. Next, subtract your band measurement from your bust measurement; each inch represents a cup size. For example: if your band measurement is 34" and your bust measurement is 36", the difference between these measurements is two inches, and you'd wear a B-cup.

DIFFERENCE
(BAND MINUS
BUST MEASUREMENT) US CUP SIZE
Less than 1" AA
1" A
2" B
3" C
4" D
5" DD
6" DDD
7" DDDD


Hope that helps some!!!
PS. stand up straight when measuring

Answer 2

Here's what you do:

Put a non-padded but supportive bra on. First, measure right below your bust line; add five to this measurement and write it down. Now measure around the fullest part of your bust, making sure the tape is completely straight and neither loose nor overly tight; write this number down.

The first measurement is your band size (the 34 in 34C). If you have a number with a fraction, I'd round up to the next even number or you can try on both a the next lowest and next highest to see what works for you.

Subtract the first number for the second number; this indicates your cup size.

For example, if you first number was 36 and your second number is 38, the 2 inch difference indicates you are a B.

1 inch difference is generally an A
2 inches a B
3 inches a C
4 inches a D
and so on.

Of course, this measurement thing may not work out for you. It's never worked for me for whatever reason. I fit best into a C cup bra, but the measurement thing says I'm an AA (which obviously is quite a difference from fitting into a C).

Answer 3

Band size: While wearing a bra, measure directly under the bust, rounding up or down to the nearest whole inch. If the rounded measurement is an even number, add four to get your final band size. If it is an odd number, add five. For example: 32 + 4 = 36 band size; 31 + 5 = 36 band size.
Cup size: While wearing an unpadded and non-minimizing bra, measure around your bust at the fullest point, rounding up or down to the nearest inch. Subtract your band size from this number todetermine your cup size. For example: 39 - 36 = 3, which corresponds to a C cup size (2 = B; 1 = A).While the measuring methods I encountered may have differed, the experts all generally agreed that my bra size is, in fact, a 34A… and not one bit bigger. One saleswoman said my measurements were borderline and suggested I try on a 32 band, which I found to be too tight.

The lesson? There’s no way to know for certain what size is best for you without some trial and error. So set aside some dressing room time to find the bra size that is right for you, no matter what the tape measure says. I hope this helps, I included the address bar for the email I got this from.

Answer 4

Find out your bra size. Run a measuring tape directly underneath your breasts, all the way around your back and ribcage. Write down your measurements. Now, add 5 inches and that's your chest size.
Find out your cup measurements. Run the measuring tape along your breasts at their fullest point (usually the middle) and write down your measurements.
Note the difference between your cup measurements and your chest measurements (your cup measurements will be larger).
Based on the number that represents the difference between your measurements, you will find you true cup size. Use the following guide to determine:
up to 1/2 inch = AA
1/2 to 1 inch = A
1 inch to 2 inches = B
2 to 3 inches = C
3 to 4 inches = D
4 to 5 inches = DD/E and so on...
Bras are usually sold with even number chest sizes. So, if your chest measurement is an odd number, just buy the next size up.

Answer 5

Firstly measure around the chest and back just under the breasts, add 4". This gives you your correct width (eg 34, 36, 38 etc). then, armed with that information, go to a shop and try on some bras. The cup (a, b, c. etc.) is the next thing to find out. It should hold you comfortably. If it wrinkles when you bend forward slightly, or you have to tighten the straps til they dig into your shoulders to get the cups to fit well, the cups are too big. If when you lean forwards the cup appears to cut the breast (breast falls out the top) its too small. If the breast appears out the side of the bra (under the arms) its too small too. If the center of the bra doesn't sit against the chest, its too small.
If still confused, go to one of the larger department stores with a lingerie section, or a speciality shop and ask for a fitting. But do remember when ever you buy a bra, to try on before you buy, as different styles an different companies have different fits.

Answer 6

There are many formulas for measuring bra size, and they do work as a rough guide. I would recommend getting measured in a decent department store, and certainly one that caters for all sizes. If your bust is on the larger side, places like M&S are not quite so good at measuring.

The biggest and best tip is, however, not to just rely on measurement alone. Learn what a well fitting bra feels and looks like. Bravissimo have an excellent guide to this. The reason I say this is that all bras are different. A balconette shape will fit differently to a push up or full cup bra. You may need different sizes in different styles or brands.

Answer 7

How to work out your bra size:
DIY: Measure around your rib cage directly under the breast bone. Then add five to the number of inches (after 33 add only three inches) to get the Back Size.

Then measure around the fullest part of the bust and subtract the back size. The difference between the two measurements is your Cup Size. Check the measurements against those below to find your cup size.

O inches - AA
1 inch - A
2 inches - B
3 inches - C
4 inches - D
5 inches - DD
6 inches - DDD

Answer 8

There are different ways of measuring your bra size. I was once measured across the back, the length was doubled to get the size and the cup size was done purely by the bra fitter's experience. Go to one of the well known lingerie or clothing stores. They will measure you and let you try on various styles to see what fits you best.

Answer 9

put a tape measure around your upper body and pull it up until it touches your nipples(naked), the inches(or centimeters) given is the size of the bra which includes your back. For the cup size, you need to measure the circumference of your breast, and for the depth of the cup measure from the nipple to your chest. THAT will give you, the cup size, then you check these measurements against the bra that you want to buy.

Answer 10

Take measuring tape the type you would use to sew. Wrap it around under your breast where your ribs start and that number is the bra width (34, 36, 38 etc.) If it's an odd number round up 1. If it's under 34 add 5 to that number.
Take the tape measure and measure around the fullest part of your breast.
Now take that number and subtract the first number from it.
eg. number under breast is 36
number around fullest part of breast 39.

39"-36"=3"

Every inch equals a cup size

Using this example you would wear a 36 C.