Body measurements

To find your band size. Wearing the wrong bra size can ruin an otherwise flawless outfit and even lead to breast pain and backaches. Bra size shouldnt be a guessing game. Plug your bra measurements into the bra size calculator to get your perfect fit. To measure your bra size fist we calculate the band size also known as the back size. One quick and easy way to determine your correct bra size is by using the tape measuring system.

And if you wear a plus size bra it can be even harder to find a bra that fits. To measure your bra size first stand in front of a mirror with a non padded bra on. So if the under bust is 31 inches your band size is 36 inches and if the under bust is 32 inches the band size is 36 inches. According to research as many as 75 of women wear the wrong size bra. If its odd add 5 instead. How your bra size is calculated.

Learn how to measure your bra size by watching our step by step video. In order to find the right size bra you will need to take your measurements. If this measurement is even add 4 to get your band size. The band or frame size is the firm circumference fitted not tightly measured directly underneath the breasts. Finding the perfect fitting bra starts with knowing your correct size. These simple bust measuring instructions will ensure a perfect fit for band and cup alike.

If the under bust measurement is an odd number 5 inches is added and if its even 4 inches are added. Only at victorias secret. While this system is not completely accurate it is a great starting point on determining your. If you get an odd number round up to the next whole number or our calculator will round up for you. Use the following to convert the bra sizes betweem different locations. The bust size is the loose circumference measured around the chest over the fullest part of the breasts while standing straight with arms to the side and wearing a properly fitted bra.

So lets get down to the nitty gritty of your bra size. Next measure loosely around the fullest part of your bust. Start with your current bra size and use the chart below to help refine your bra size estimation and fit. Then wrap some soft measuring tape around your torso directly under your bust where your bra band is. Thats because different bra sizes often have similar measurements with slight variations in cup and band sizes. Wearing an unlined non padded bra not over your clothes run the measuring tape all the way around your back where your band sits being careful to keep the tape level.

Wearing your bra no sports bras or minimizers please take a snug measurement around your ribcage in inches directly under your bust and level all around. With this guide managing irregular bra cup sizes should be a breeze and sore breasts from incorrect bra sizes will be things of the past.