There are several ways to determine your laundry size:

Option number 1(probability of accurate sizing \u003d 99%)
  Find a store where you can try on your favorite model.

Option number 2(probability of accurate sizing \u003d 60-90%)
  Look at the label of any bra you wear and compare with the size chart below. For example, 70 RU \u003d 85FR \u003d 2 (IT).

Option number 3(probability of accurate sizing \u003d 50-90%)
  Determine the size of the table.

Bra sizes Chest circumference Chest Girth The size Italy 75-77 cm    77-79 cm    79-81 cm    81-83 cm    83-85 cm 63-67 cm 65 AA    65 A    65 B    65 C    65 D 1 AA    1 A    1 B    1 C    1 D 80-82 cm    82-84 cm    84-86 cm    86-88 cm    88-90 cm    90-92 cm    92-94 cm    94-96 cm 68-72 cm 70 AA    70 A    70 B    70 C    70 D    70 E    70 F    70 g 2 AA    2 A    2 B    2 C    2 D    2 E    2 F    2 g 85-87 cm    87-89 cm    89-91 cm    91-93 cm    93-95 cm    95-97 cm    97-99 cm    99-101 cm 73-77 cm 75 AA    75 A    75 B    75 C    75 D    75 E    75 F    75 g 3 AA    3 A    3 B    3 C    3 D    3 E    3 F    3G 90-92 cm    92-94 cm    94-96 cm    96-98 cm    98-100 cm    100-102 cm    102-104 cm    104-106 cm 78-82 cm 80 AA    80 A    80 B    80 C    80 D    80 E    80 F    80 g 4 AA    4 A    4 B    4 C    4 D    4 E    4 F    4 g 95-97 cm    97-99 cm    99-101 cm    101-103 cm    103-105 cm    105-107 cm    107-109 cm    109-111 cm 83-87 cm 85 AA    85 A    85 B    85 C    85 D    85 E    85 F    85 g 5 AA    5 A    5 B    5 C    5 D    5 E    5 F    5 g 100-102 cm    102-104 cm    104-106 cm    106-108 cm    108-110 cm    110-112 cm    112-114 cm    114-116 cm 88-92 cm 90 AA    90 A    90 B    90 C    90 D    90 E    90 F    90 g 6 AA    6 A    6 B    6 C    6 D    6 E    6 F    6 g 105-107 cm    107-109 cm    109-111 cm    111-113 cm    113-115 cm    115-117 cm    117-119 cm 93-97 cm 95 A    95 B    95 C    95 D    95 E    95 F    95 g 7 AA    7 A    7 B    7 C    7 D    7 E    7 F    7 g 112-114 cm    114-116 cm    116-118 cm    118-120 cm    120-122 cm    122-124 cm    124-126 cm 98-102 cm 100 A    100 B    100 C 100 D    100 E    100 F    100 g 8 AA    8 A    8 B    8 C    8 D    8 E    8 F    8 g 117-119 cm    119-121 cm    121-123 cm    123-125 cm    125-127 cm    127-129 cm    129-131 cm 103-107 cm 105 A    105 B    105 C    105 D    105 E    105 F    105 g 122-124 cm    124-126 cm    126-128 cm    128-130 cm    130-132 cm    132-134 cm    134-136 cm 108-112 cm 110 A    110 B    110 C    110 D    110 E    110 F    110 g Comparative sizes of bras UK Europe FR USA 32V 70V 85B 32V 34B 75V 90B 34B 36V 80V 95B 36V 38B 85V 100B 38B 40V 90V 105B 40V 32C 70C 85C 32C 34C 75C 90C 34C 36C 80C 95C 36C 38C 85C 100C 38C 40C 90C 105C 40C 32D 70D 85D 32D 34D 75D 90D 34D 36D 80D 95D 36D 38D 85D 100D 38D 40D 90D 105D 40D

Size matching Italy USA Russia 0   XXS 40 1   XS 42 2   S 44 3   M 46 4   L 48 5   XL 50 6   XXL 52 7   Xxxl 54 8   4XL 56 9   5XL 58 10   6XL 60 -   S-m 44-46 -   L-xl 48-50    Dimensions in sets Bra Panties 65 42 70 44 75 46 80 48 85 50 90 52 95 54

The main functions of the bra:

• breast support;
• hygienic protection of the mammary glands from the harmful effects of external factors;
• correction of the anatomical shape (enlargement or reduction of the mammary glands);
• emphasizing the femininity and attractiveness of the girl.

An improperly selected bust can disrupt the condition of the mammary glands, spoil the whole appearance of a woman. It is very important to choose the right underwear for expectant and nursing mothers. After all, the normal course of physiological processes, as well as the active activity of young mothers, will depend on this.

Each girl has her own individual anatomical forms, under which you should choose the right underwear. The complexity of this choice is that a woman who is going to buy this thing must know her measurements in advance. Usually the size of the bra is determined by the size of the cup and the volume of the body under the breast.

Correctly determine the size of the bra will help such tips:

1. The bra should freely fit the chest, while there should not be empty space in the cups.
2. The straps of the bust should be adjusted so that the bodice does not subside and does not crush the body.
3. The strip that covers the chest under the chest should fit snugly enough to the body, but in no case should it interfere with breathing. The optimal strip length can be determined as follows: if the bra is fastened, the bra can be pulled two fingers apart, then this is the normal size.
4. The small constriction between the cups should be exactly in the middle, ensuring the correct location of the cups.
5. The laundry material must allow air to pass through, absorb moisture, and not cause skin irritation. These conditions can provide a bust of natural fabrics.

A bra should not:

• fetter movement;
• make breathing difficult;
• rub the skin;
• leave redness, dents, traces on the body;
• crash into the body;
• to shift during exercise;
• push the bones on the chest;
• do not leave space inside the cups.

If these rules are not followed, women may experience frequent headaches, cervical osteochondrosis, pain in the shoulders and arms. This comes from the squeezing of blood vessels and nerves.

Redness and dents on the body after wearing underwear indicate a small bra size. This threatens to impair blood circulation and lymph outflow.

Sizes of bras by letters and numbers

Sizing begins with simple measurements of your body with a sewing measuring tape and a calculator. For this, it is not necessary to resort to the help of a seamstress. Everything can be calculated independently.

There are several ways to determine the size of a bra:

• traditional;
• modern;
• european.

Traditional sizing method

To find out the size of the bra, you need to become even, straighten up and breathe freely. Next, grab the chest with a sewing centimeter under the chest. In this case, the measuring tape should be parallel to the floor, not moving to the sides. You can determine the size of the bra cup based on the measurements taken.

According to the result, the laundry code is determined in letters:

• A - 76-108;
• B 78-110;
• C 80-112;
• D 82 - 114;
• E - 85 - 116;
• F - 86 - 118;
• G - 90 - 120.

This method is not accurate. It is based on a direct relationship between the size of the cup and the volume of the chest. But, as a rule, the size of the bust can be different and not depend on the data measured. For example, a thin girl may have a gorgeous breast, and a bbw may have a small bust.

Modern sizing method

Calculate the size of the bra more accurately will help the modern method. Its essence is to determine the volume not only under the breast, but also the breast itself. Next, the difference between these two girths is calculated. As a result of such measurements, the exact depth of the cup is determined, which is indicated by the Latin letter. For example: 70s, 90d. Thus, the linen code contains the size of the volume under the chest and the depth of the cup.

Thus, determining the size of the bra consists of two parts: determining the volume of the chest and determining the depth of the cup.

Stage number 1: knowing the girth under the chest, you can determine the size of the bra, choosing the closest number, as shown in the table:

Stage number 2: to determine the size of the bra cup by letters, you can find out the difference between the volume of the breast and the volume under the breast. A certain range of volume difference in centimeters corresponds to the letter designation of the cup:

1. 10-11 - zero (AA);
2. 12-13 - the first (A);
3. 14-15 - the second (B);
4. 16-17 - the third (C);
5. 18-19 - the fourth (D);
6. 20-21 - fifth (E);
7. 22-23 - the sixth (F);
8. 23-26 - the seventh (G);
9. 26-28 - the eighth (H).

There is another modern method for determining:

1. Measure chest circumference under the chest.
2. Add 10 or 12. To the result, add 10 to the even number, and 12 to the odd number.
3. Measure chest volume at the most prominent points.
4. The value obtained in paragraph 2 is subtracted from the breast volume.
5. The result will determine the size of the cup:

• 0-1.3 - AA;
• 1.3-2.6 - A;
• 5.1 - B;
• 7.5 - C;
• 10.2 - D;
• 12.7 - E;
• 15.1 - F.

Two of the above methods allow you to accurately determine the size of the bra, taking into account the height of the chest and the volume of the body.

Bra Size Chart:

European bra sizes

And how to determine the size of a bra brought from abroad? After all, there exist their own standards and markings. Such well-known brands as Milavitsa, Victoria’s Secret, as well as other imported goods brought from Germany, Italy, and France have their own markings for lingerie.

European codes include chest circumference and cup size. They are designated as follows: 70b, 75b, 75c, 80c, 80d, 85b.

In some countries of Europe, as well as in the USA, markings from 32 to 40 are common. This marking also contains chest volume and cup size. For example: 34c, 36a, 36b, 40d.

These numbers are in inches. To find out your size in inches, you should measure the body with a centimeter tape, and divide the result by 2.54.

An example of determining the size of a bra in European standards:

1. Measure girth above the chest. For example: 82 cm, which is equivalent to 32 inches (82 / 2.54 \u003d 32).
2. Measure breast volume. For example: 85 cm. We translate in inches: 33.
3. Cup height: difference of two volumes. For example: 33-32 \u003d 1 inch.
4. Cup letters in inches:

• AA - 0
• A - 1
• B - 2
• C - 3
• D - 4
• DD - 5.

Thus, we determine the size of the bra: 32A. The volume above the chest: 32, and the cup size: A.

Corresponding sizes of bras in Europe and America:

Measurements should be taken at least once a year. After all, the size of the breast, as well as the whole body, can vary depending on weight gain, hormonal changes, pregnancy, breastfeeding.

What are the types of bras

Bras in their functional purpose are divided into several types:

• sports;
• for pregnant;
• for lactation;
• for large breasts;
• little tops.

Plus Size Bras

Big breasts are not only beautiful and feminine, but also a big load for the spine. In order not to burden the shoulder corset and back, it is necessary to choose a bra that would evenly distribute the load from the weight of the chest. Also, large breasts should be correctly fixed to prevent it from sagging and to ensure a beautiful bust shape.

The largest bra sizes are from the sixth (F) to the eighth (H). When buying such busts, you need to pay attention to such factors:

• thick and durable straps;
• corset under the chest;
• bones at the base of the cups;
• elastic fabric;
• closed cup shape.

Many women dream of luxurious breasts. But ironically, the owners of a large breast dream in every possible way to reduce its size.

A bra for large breasts should have the following qualities:

1. The complete absence of lace, drapery, embroidery and embossed patterns. These elements further increase the volume. The bust should be completely smooth.
2. The presence of bones not only under the breast, but also on the sides. This will help to properly simulate the breast, preventing it from “diverging”.
3. In no case should you buy a bra with cups. Cups will lift the chest and make it even more voluminous.
4. The preferred option is half-grades and corsets. These products are a bra with a wide corsage, which reaches the very waist. With the help of such underwear, the girl favorably emphasizes the waist, which against the background of a large breast will look very feminine and sexy.

In no case should a bra reducing size be small. It should only visually reduce the mammary glands.

Small bras

The smallest bra size is AA or zero. Such breasts are usually inherent in teenage girls. But adult women also have small breasts of zero and first sizes. Sometimes, it brings a lot of complexes and suffering. What to do to increase breasts? A radical solution to the problem is a surgical operation. And the gentle method is the right bra.

Bra for small breasts:

1. Push-up underwear. This is ideal for a visual increase in volume!
2. Draperies, embroideries, lace and T-seams also add volume.
3. Cups with bones perfectly raise the chest, making it taller.
4. Rounding the cone-shaped mammary glands will help linen with horizontal seams on the cups.

You can also visually enlarge the breast with the help of correctly selected clothes and colors. For help, you can contact a competent stylist. A girl with a small breast should not get hung up on this problem. You should look for other advantages in yourself: a beautiful face, long legs, a thin waist, emphasizing them.

We must accept ourselves and love the way it is. Gleam in the eyes and true self-acceptance - this is what makes an attractive woman in the eyes of others.

Maternity & Nursing Bra

During pregnancy, the female body undergoes many changes and changes. The mammary glands are the first to make themselves felt by the change in their forms. The chest swells, becomes heavy, and also grows to the very birth. During this period, you should think about a new bra, which will be not only large in size, but also from natural fabric. Cotton underwear is ideal for sensitive breasts.

For nursing mothers, there is a special underwear designed for convenient feeding of the baby. To feed the child, you do not need to completely remove the laundry - just unfasten the valve that covers the nipple.

You should not buy such a bra in advance, because a woman cannot predict the size of her enlarged breast. You can buy such clothes before the very birth - at 37-38 weeks. In addition, when measuring a bra before childbirth, you should take the size of the cup with a margin. After all, with the arrival of milk, the mammary glands will become even larger.

Bra requirements for nursing mothers:

1. Wide straps and corsage for reliable support of heavy breasts.
2. Availability of opening valves on cups.
3. Minimum seams and the complete absence of decorative elements: lace, drapery, stripes. All these decorations will only interfere with the normal feeding of crumbs. It is better to leave decorative bras for the end of lactation.
4. Absence of sutures on the nipples. During this period, the chest is very sensitive to various irritants.
5. Adjustment of straps and fasteners. At different stages of feeding, the size of the breast will change, so the adjustment of the linen is important.
6. Existence of special pockets in the field of nipples for linings. The physiological characteristics of a nursing mother require special pads in a bra. Special pockets simplify the data process.

Such bras should be purchased in specialized stores for expectant mothers.

Sports bra selection

Physical exercises require power loads and various movements. Lingerie should not constrain the body during exercise. And therefore, special sportswear was created in the form of knitted tops.

Sports bras are similar in size to everyday:

It should be noted that these tops are suitable for girls with small and medium breasts. Big breasts will simply fall out of it and interfere with activities.

Sports bras come in many forms, depending on the sporting activity:

1. With weak support for stretching, yoga, Pilates.
2. With medium support for shaping, aerobics, roller skating.
3. With strong support: for athletics, jumping, cardiovascular exercises.

You should buy such underwear in sports stores.

You can choose the right bra by size, using the following recommendations:

1. Measurements should be taken in the middle of the menstrual cycle. Within a month, the size of the breast changes.
2. In order to accurately calculate the volume, it is necessary to measure in several passes.
3. Measure volumes should be in a standing position. The tape should be parallel to the floor.
4. Do not measure chest when inhaling.
5. If the bra at first glance matches the size, you should not rush with the purchase. You need to re-measure several models to choose the most suitable option.
6. In order for the bra to maintain its shape longer and not stretch quickly, you should not wear it daily. It is better to purchase 5 different models and change them every day!
7. You should not purchase a product, being guided by the size on a tag. Bra must be measured! The same size from different manufacturers can sit differently on the body.
8. If the measurement turned out to be an integer, it should be rounded up.
9. The bra must match the clothes under which it will be worn. For example, under a transparent blouse, you should wear a lace elegant bra of the same color as the blouse.
10. Do not fall for stocks while buying cheap underwear. A bra is an intimate part of the wardrobe, which will be in direct contact with the body for at least 8-12 hours. Cheap fabric and poor quality tailoring will do much more harm to the body than saving money.

It is not difficult to measure the size of a bra with a centimeter tape on hand. A properly selected bra is the key to well-being and good mood for the whole day!

Most women who come to the underwear store are lost in size and this is not surprising, since there are a lot of tables and almost every manufacturer of underwear has its own size table for bras and panties. However, there are general principles of determination, knowing which you can with 99% probability accurately select your underwear. And knowledge of these principles is especially useful when ordering underwear in an online store.

You may have already read our article "", which also described how to determine your bra size. Here, we will try to delve into this topic and give you the maximum information for determining the sizes of bras not only in Russia, but also in many other countries of Europe and America.

To correctly and accurately determine your breast size, and correspondingly bra size, you need to correctly measure the girth under the chest and the girth of the chest. Before you start measuring, you should wear a suitable normal bra. Its main criterion is that it should not minimize or exaggerate your breasts.

Measuring girth under the chest

To measure the girth under the chest, first stand straight, exhale the air, and then measure the girth of the chest with a centimeter strictly under the chest. When measuring, make sure that the centimeter is parallel to the floor.

Measure chest girth

Chest girth is measured with a centimeter (parallel floor) at the most prominent point on the chest. The centimeter should lie as tightly as possible, but not compress the chest.

How to determine the size of a bra

There is a fairly simple scheme sizing bra   and cup fullness. To do this, you need to follow these steps:

1. measure the circumference under the chest (example: 71 cm);
2. from table No. 1 we get the size of the bra (we get 70);
3. change the size of the breast according to the principle described above (example: 84 cm);
4. subtract the size of item 1 from item 3 (84-71 \u003d 13 cm);
5. determine the size of the fullness of the bra cup from table No. 2.

Bra and Cup Size, also, can be determined from the summary table No. 3, knowing your chest circumference and girth under the chest.

  Table number 3. Bra and cup sizes

Chest circumference (cm)	63 - 67	68 - 72	73 - 77	78 - 82	83 - 87	88 - 92	93 - 97	98 - 102	103 - 107	108 - 112	113 - 117	118 - 122	Cup size
Chest circumference (cm)	77 - 79	82 - 84	87 - 89	92 - 94	97 - 99	102 - 104	107 - 109	112 - 114	117 - 119				A
	79 - 81	84 - 86	89 - 91	94 - 96	99 - 101	104 - 106	109 - 111	114 - 116	119 - 121	124 - 126	129 - 131	134 - 136	B
	81 - 83	86 - 88	91 - 93	96 - 98	101 - 103	106 - 108	111 - 113	116 - 118	121 - 123	126 - 128	131 - 133	136 - 138	C
	83 - 85	88 - 90	93 - 95	98 - 100	103 - 105	108 - 110	113 - 115	118 - 120	123 - 125	128 - 130	133 - 135	138 - 140	D
		90 - 92	95 - 97	100 - 102	105 - 107	110 - 112	115 - 117	120 - 122	125 - 127	130 - 132	135 - 137	140 - 142	DD, E
		92 - 94	97 - 99	102 - 104	107 - 109	112 - 114	117 - 119	122 - 124	127 - 129	132 - 134	137 - 139	142 - 144	F
		94 - 96	99 - 101	104 - 106	109 - 111	114 - 116	119 - 121	124 - 126	129 - 131	134 - 136	139 - 141	144 - 146	G
Bra size	65	70	75	80	85	90	95	100	105	110	115	120
Clothing size	34 - 36	36 - 38	38 - 40	40 - 42	42 - 44	44 - 46	46 - 48	48 - 50	50 - 52	52 - 54	54 - 56	56 - 58

Above, we determined bra size in the European system, which is also used in Russia. However, if you want to buy, for example, French underwear, then you will definitely be mistaken, as some countries have their own sizes for underwear. Table 4 shows the conformity of European sizes to those in other countries.

  Table No. 4. Matching bra sizes to different countries

Russia   Europe (EU)	France   FR	USA (US)   England (GB, UK)	Italy   I
65	80	30	1
70	85	32	2
75	90	34	3
80	95	36	4
85	100	38	5
90	105	40	6
95	110	42	7
100	115	44	8
105	120	46
110	125	48
115	130	50
120	135	52

Now it's right measuring your breast size, you can safely go and buy underwear not only of Russian production, but also of such well-known brands of Europe and America, such as: Victoria's Secret, Milavica, Karen Millen, Simone Perele, Blush and others.

We offer to understand how to determine bra size.
To begin with, we stop worrying, because breathing quickens from this, and therefore, the volume of the chest increases, which in this case is absolutely nothing to us))).

There is a way to most accurately determine your bra size or the size of your girlfriend, we will not deprive men of the opportunity to give us gifts, the more they wonderfully succeed. Let's consider everything step by step.

Determine the size of the bra or how to know the size of the bra

1. Take a centimeter tape (this is such a soft ruler), if you do not have a centimeter, then take any flat tape of sufficient length and an ordinary hard ruler.

2. Measure yourself under the chest, laying tight enough, but not pulling the tape under the mammary glands and further down the back at the same level, if you used a centimeter tape, then just look at the resulting figure (be careful - measure from zero, often centimeter tape put numbers with divisions on both sides, otherwise the result may upset you), if you use a simple braid, then measure the girth, attach it to the ruler and get the result in numbers. Record the measurement (e.g. 72 cm). By the way, this measurement must be done on the naked body. Fig. 1

3. Next, we measure the breast itself, lay a centimeter tape along the most prominent points of the chest and further along the shoulder blades, on the back, still laying the tape quite tightly, but in no case, without deforming the mammary glands. In this case, you can pre-put on a bra that you especially like, i.e. your chest is in it. It should be noted that if you put on a bra with a push-up effect (such a molded cup made of foam rubber with a thickening under the chest), then after measurements you will need to subtract 1 cm, this is an error. If you put on a “soft cup” bra (the bra cup is simply made of fabric, without additional pads), then the measurements are not corrected. Record the measurement (e.g. 88 cm). Fig.2

Fig. 1	Fig.2

5. On the bra markings are a number and a letter next to it (for example, 75B),

the figure indicates the circumference under the chest, the letter is the size of the cup.

6. We look at our figure from paragraph 2 (72 cm), in the markings on the bras:

70; 75; 80; 85; 90; 95 etc. (step from size to size is 5 cm). There is a nuance: there are three rows of loops with 1 cm increments on the bra clasps, this makes it possible to adjust the density of the girth under the chest, i.e. our measurement of 72 cm we choose a bra marked with the size "70". It is always better to choose a lower value because the fabric is slightly stretched during socks and washing.

7. To determine the size of the bra cup, you need to subtract the measure of girth under the chest (measure of item 2) from the measure of girth of the breast (measure of item 3) (for example, 88cm-72cm \u003d 16 cm).

We look at the obtained value in the table:

12 cm difference means you have cup A

14 cm Cup B

16 cm Cup C

18 cm Cup D

20 cm Cup E

22 cm Cup F

24 cm Cup G

In our example, we got a cup C, because the difference was 16 cm, then the size of the bra "70C"!

Table 1. Table bras. Bra sizes

According to the table of bras, we determine our size.

Chest circumference (cm)	Chest girth (protruding) cm
68-72	82-84	84-86	86-88	88-90	90-92
73-77	87-89	89-91	91-93	93-95	95-97	97-99	99-101
78-82	92-94	94-96	96-98	98-100	100-102	102-104	104-106
83-87	97-99	99-101	101-103	103-105	105-107	107-109	109-111
88-92	102-104	104-106	106-108	108-110	110-112	112-114	114-116
93-97	107-109	109-111	111-113	113-115	115-117	117-119	119-121
98-102	112-114	114-116	116-118	118-120	120-122	122-124	124-126

8. Now let's open the secret of what is an adjacent or parallel size, for example, according to your calculations, you get the size 70C, then the sizes of bras with the marking 75B or 80A will also suit you. The table below shows the adjacent bra sizes:

Table 2. Examples of contiguous bra sizes

Related Sizes
75A	70V
		80A

We find our size in the middle column according to our calculations and in the columns on the right and left we determine our adjacent sizes, here you need to consider if you like more spacious linen, then you better choose the size from the third column on the right, and if you prefer to emphasize your shapes, then choose size from the first column.

9. A small excursion into the dimensional symbols of different countries, below in the table:

Table 3. Bra sizes by manufacturing countries, labeling on the packaging

Chest Girth	Russia	France	Germany	Italy	International
63-67cm
68-72cm
73-77cm
78-82cm
83-87cm
88-92cm
93-97cm					Xxxl
98-102cm					Xxxl

Models of bras. How to choose a bra

It is quite easy to choose a bra. Having determined your bra size, we proceed to the selection of models and types of bras depending on your preferences.

Any girl before buying underwear is simply obliged to know her size in advance, both panties and a bra. There is usually no question with the bottom of this set of questions, but about the top part there are a lot of questions and the most relevant of them: how to determine the size of a bra cup?

First of all, deal with the main designations on the model:

• latin letters are a designation of the completeness of a bra cup;
• numbers - indicate the circumference of the body under the chest.

What are the risks of the wrong choice

Many women make the same mistakes: ladies with large breasts buy a small bra and everything is exactly the opposite. But this is unacceptable, the wrong choice of a bra affects not only aesthetics, but also the general well-being of a woman. A beautiful model with the wrong strapless length and cup size can cause pain in the shoulders, neck and arms and osteochondrosis can develop. Therefore, it is very important to know how to correctly determine the size of a bra.

If the girl bought a bra with small cups on the lush chest, then this can cause a violation of blood circulation. The chosen model should in no case be squeezing the breast, metabolic processes are disturbed and this can lead to breast tumors. Therefore, the sizes of bras must be chosen correctly, and only then the chosen model will beautifully emphasize the shape of the breast and will ideally support it, and the girl will feel comfortable and convenient in the bra.

Basic rules for making the right choice

The requirements for a comfortable bra are as follows:

• choose the right model for chest girth. Only in this case, the bra supports the chest well. There is one small piece of advice: when trying on a bra, make sure that it is on the back and front in one line parallel to the floor. If the back part jumped - the girth is small, but if it falls down - the opposite is true;
• look at the location in the cups of seeds. They should be up to the middle of the armpits;
• when trying on it is worth looking at the straps. It’s unpleasant when they crash heavily into the body. This suggests that large bras are chosen and therefore they are tightened. They should be even and if they run diagonally - this bra model is small for you;
• check if your fingers fit on the junction of the cups. If it does not work out, ask for a larger size of the selected bra model. If the fabric strip does not fit snugly to the body, then you need to look for a model with large cups. If the cups generally press on the chest - your choice is wrong;
• in the right bra, the girl breathes freely. The required size will not worsen the blood circulation and there will be no constraint and difficulty breathing. But this will not happen with you for sure, because you want to know how the size of a bra is determined;
• choose models made from natural fabrics or at least with materials that can let air into your body. The best materials for bras are rayon and cotton. Less buy foam rubber underwear, in it the chest will be in a kind of “sauna”;
• at night it is recommended to remove the bra. During sleep, the chest also needs to rest.

As you can see, the question: how to choose a bra in size is very relevant and important for all women and a lot depends on the right choice.

Determine your bra size

If you are interested in how to find out the size of a bra, then you definitely need to take some measurements, namely the chest girth, as well as the girth under the chest. Before such a procedure, it is advisable to wear the most comfortable bra, which does not increase or decrease the size of the breast. It should be without foam and any volume gaskets. Prepare a measuring tape (centimeter), it is desirable that you have an assistant in this matter.

Modern measurements

1. Determine the volume of the chest. This is the simplest part in our process, because the volume is characterized by relative constancy. Your actions are as follows:

1. stand and lower your hands. With a centimeter tape, you need to measure the volume of the chest under the chest. The indicator will be in centimeters;
2. if the number is odd, then buy a larger bra than the result and less. For example, if the volume is 78.7 cm, then your bra sizes can be either 76 or 80;
3. if you get an even number, then it almost matches your volume. However, it can vary to a lesser or greater extent, depending on your physique.

2. Determine the size of the cup. The size of a cup of a bra is considered a relative indicator, and it is proportional to the volume of the chest. Your actions are as follows:

1. bend down, chest - parallel to the floor. In this case, you can measure all the tissues of the mammary gland completely, but you will not do this in a standing position;
2. now we need to take measurements in the middle of the chest around the body. A centimeter fits snugly on your body, but does not press. During the measurement, the centimeter should not deviate down the back, otherwise the indicator will be incorrect. Therefore, you need to take measurements in front of the mirror yourself or it is best to find an assistant in this matter. Write down this indicator;
3. let's determine the size of the bra cup. To do this, take away the index of girth of the chest, which was made earlier from the measurements of the cup, which was just made. The resulting difference between these two numbers will be the size of your bra cup.

Traditional measurement method

Let's try to figure out how to learn the size of a bra differently, this method is considered traditional and is used most often.

We will measure the volume of the chest. Ask an assistant to put a tape around your chest around your chest under your chest. Make sure that the measuring tape fits snugly against your body. With this measurement system, the volume is averaged, for example, if it is:

• from 67 to 72 cm - round up to 70 centimeters;
• from 73 to 77 cm - we will write 75 centimeters;
• from 78 to 82 cm - round the number to 80 centimeters;
• from 83 to 87 cm - we will have 85 centimeters;
• from 88 to 92 cm - round up to 90 centimeters;
• from 93 to 97 cm - we record 95 centimeters;
• from 98 to 102 cm - round up to 100 centimeters.

With the maximum size of the chest, you already have to buy a large bra, and the average figure is recorded according to the above principle - with rounding.

Bra Size Chart

Now we measure the girth of the chest at its most prominent points. Keep the centimeter straight so that it does not peel off on your back. After these measurements, you just have to find the difference between the girth under the chest and the girth of the chest itself. Using the difference obtained, determine the size of the bra, the table for its definition is as follows:

• 10-12 cm - 0 (AA)
• 12-13 cm - 1 (A)
• 13-15 cm - 2 (B)
• 15-17 cm - 3 (C)
• 18-20 cm - 4 (D)
• 20-22 cm - 5 (DD)
• 23-25 \u200b\u200bcm - 6 (E)
• 26-28 cm - 6+ (F)

On the products themselves, both the size and the volume under the chest are usually indicated on average, that is, the fullness of the bowl.

European standards

But if you buy underwear made in Europe, how to determine the size of the bra correctly in this case? It must be taken into account that everything will be a little different here. For example, in France and Italy, the same measurements are used as in the above method, but the volume under the chest is not rounded. After carrying out the same measurements, find the difference and divide it by six. The resulting digital indicator will be exactly your size.

It is worth noting that there are tables of sizes of bras and they show various indicators of size designation, which are guided in different countries.

Want something interesting?

All women know that the way a woman’s outerwear looks depends on the right bra. He rejuvenates the appearance, emphasizing all the advantages of the figure and hiding the flaws.

Therefore, when buying it, it is not only important to choose the right size, but also to pay special attention to all the components of the bra.

Bra straps

Many ladies are interested in how to determine the size of the bra ties. It is worth noting that the width of the straps corresponds to the size of the chest and the larger it is, the wider the straps should be.

To find out whether they hold their breasts well, lower them onto the forearms or completely unfasten them. If the fastener tape remains in place - everything is fine, but if the bra without straps is trying to fall off - he did not fit.

The straps should be so long that the bra is located on the back clearly horizontally. It is best to adjust the straps every day, since the chest can change depending on the daily cycle, and the ties themselves during operation of the product can stretch. So you found out how the size of the bra ties is determined.

Bra cups

Creases should not be collected on the cups, which means that the bra does not support your chest well, and these folds can be seen under the clothes. In a correctly selected product, the chest will not begin to dangle even in a model with tight cups. But you know how the size of a cup of a bra is determined and it does not threaten you. If the cups are very small - the chest hangs over them and it is ugly from the side. Even worse, if the bones slip on the chest, it also hurts. If the bones have dug into the chest - the size of the bowl is definitely not yours.

Clasp tape

If you know how the size of a bra is determined, be sure to pay attention to this part of the bra when trying on a model. Most women choose large models under their breasts. In this case, the breast will fall out from under the cups as soon as the woman starts to do something, even if she simply raises her hands. The back closure can pull up, and the straps fall off the shoulders all the time. If the bra is small, then it sits on the chest very tightly and it is impossible to stick a finger under the tape.

Trying is very important

Although you know how to determine the size of a bra, it’s better not to buy it without trying on. Take note of one small tip when trying on the model: there should be a gap between your spine and bra that you can stick your thumb in and if you have correctly sized it, it will be convenient to wear the product.

If the chest is widely planted, you need to pull it to the center, if it is low, the bra should lift it, and a sufficiently heavy breast should be supported by a high-quality model. A correctly chosen model will not squeeze the chest in the decollete and on the sides, and the tape under the chest does not cut the skin.

Now you know how to choose the size of a bra, how to determine exactly your size and what measurements you need to make. Remember that if the bra sits incorrectly on the chest - it is not only ugly, but also fraught with various health problems.