SIZE GUIDE
Finding the Perfect Fit: Your Guide to Accurate Bra Sizing
The perfect bra should feel like a second skin. Here’s how to check if your bra is the right fit:
- Band Fit: The band should sit comfortably, flush against your rib cage, and under your arms. Make sure it’s level all the way around your body. It should not ride up in the back or feel too tight.
- Strap Placement: The straps should run parallel to your body, about ½ inch or two fingers from your shoulder. They should offer support without digging into your skin.
- Hook Placement: Fasten your bra on the middle hook. This allows for adjustments as the band stretches over time. If it's too tight or loose, you can adjust to a tighter or looser hook.
- Cup Fit: There should be no "double busting." Your breasts should sit comfortably within the cups without spilling over. If you’re sure you’ve chosen the right size but still experience this issue, it might be the style of the bra rather than the size.
How to Measure Yourself for the Perfect Fit
To determine your bra size, we need two measurements: your under-bust and over-bust measurements.
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Under-Bust Measurement:
Using a fabric tape measure, measure around your rib cage, just under your bust.
- If the measurement is an even number, add 4 inches.
- If the measurement is odd, add 5 inches.
Example:
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- If your under-bust measures 33 inches, add 5 inches, so your band size is 38.
- If your under-bust measures 32 inches, add 4 inches, so your band size is 36.
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Over-Bust Measurement:
Measure around the fullest part of your bust to determine your cup size.- If your bust measurement matches your band size, you’re an A cup.
- 1 inch more than the band size = B cup.
- 2 inches more = C cup, and so on (D, DD, E, etc.).
Example:
- Under-bust measurement: 31 inches → Band size: 36
- Over-bust measurement: 39 inches → Cup size: D
- Your size: 36D
By following these simple steps, you’ll find the perfect fit that will make you feel comfortable, confident, and supported.