If the number is a 1 your cup size is an a. Find your bra size online now. One quick and easy way to determine your correct bra size is by using the tape measuring system. Grab your measuring tape and lets get this party started. This is your band measurement. Download my free body type ebook.
While this system is not completely accurate it is a great starting point on determining your. Calculate your bra size by subtracting the underbust from the bust measurement. Measure around your back and the fullest part of your breasts. Tips on how to take the perfect measurements. Write down this measurement and subtract your first measurement from this number. This number represents your cup size.
If this number was 30 inches for example you would subtract the first measurement of 27 inches from this number and arrive at 3. This is your cup measurement. And youre done. If your measurement is an odd number add 5 inches. Learn how to take your own measurements to determine your body type with this video. If you want a good rule of thumb then either follow the add 4 rule or try the mid point size between your body and cup measurements ie if your body measurement is 32 and your cup measurement is 36 then try a 34 bra size.
And because bra cup size is relative to your band size its important to get this right before moving on. If the size is an even number add four and if it is odd add five this will then give you your back size. A firm well fitting bra band is key to a good fit. Measure around your ribcage just below where your bra fits. The bra band provides almost all of your bras support. Above all remember it is a guide a starting point for your fitting.
Have a friend help you with the measurements. Some people suggest to take measurements while bending over or laying down. Take the measurement in inches and round it up to the nearest inch. If your measurement is an even number add 4 inches. If the number is 2 your cup size is a b and so on. Adjust the straps so that the tip of your breast as seen from the side is in the middle of the cup.
30 inches measured 34 bra size. Once youve taken your bust and underbust measurements youll use the underbust number as your bra band measurement eg 32 34 36 and so forth. A top tip is to use your nipples as guidance. Round both measurements to the nearest whole number. Measure round the fullest part of your bust to determine cup size. Wear a t shirt bra without padding.
To figure out your cup measurement round up your bust measurement to the nearest whole number in inches. Measure under your bust. 31 inches measured 36 bra size.