To measure bra size accurately, follow these steps:
- Measure your band size:
- Stand upright without a bra on.
- Wrap a tape measure snugly around your ribcage, directly under your bust.
- Take the measurement in inches.
- If the number is odd, round up to the nearest even number to get your band size.
- Measure your bust size:
- Wrap the tape measure around the fullest part of your bust.
- Ensure the tape is level and not too tight.
- Take the measurement in inches and round to the nearest inch.
- Calculate your cup size:
- Subtract your band size from your bust measurement.
- Use the difference to find your cup size based on the following scale:
- 0 inch = AA
- 1 inch = A
- 2 inches = B
- 3 inches = C
- 4 inches = D
- 5 inches = DD
- 6 inches = F
- and so on.
- Combine your band and cup size to get your bra size (e.g., 34B).
It is recommended to measure your bra size every 6 to 12 months or when you notice a change in fit for comfort and support. This method ensures a comfortable fit and good support by considering both the underbust and bust measurements to derive the correct size.
