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Everything You Need to Know About Bra FittingHerRoom Exclusive: Bra Fitting VideoAlready know your size? See what other women in the same size buying. Enter your bra size below to find out! (ie: 32C, 36DD, etc.) How to measure and fit a bra in three easy stepsSTEP 1: Measure for band size:Keeping the measuring tape parallel with the ground, measure around your bra directly under your bust after expelling all air
from your lungs - you want this measurement to be as small as possible. Round all fractional measurements to the nearest whole number.
Measure using the instructions above, then find your band size here
If Your Measurement is:
Your Band Size is:
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After a 38 band size, the band size should be the closest higher even number to your actual measurement So, 41.5" is a 42 band. A 41" measurement is a 42 band. STEP 2: Measure for cup size:Standing straight, with your arms at your side, measure at the fullest part of your bust (while wearing a non-padded bra) making sure the measuring tape is parallel with the ground and not binding.
Round all fractional measurements to the nearest whole number. Need help? Expanded bra cup measuring instructions »
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| If The Differtence Is: | Your Standard Cup Size Is: | Your *Universal Cup Size™ Is: |
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| 0" to 1/2" (1.3cm) | AA | |
| 1/2"- 1" (2.6 cm) | A | |
| 2" (5.1 cm) | B | |
| 3" (7.6 cm) | C | |
| 3" (7.6 cm) | C | |
| 4" (10.2 cm) | D | D1 |
| 5" (12.7 cm) | DD * or E * | D2 |
| 5" (12.7 cm) | DD * or E * | D2 |
| 5" (12.7 cm) | DD * or E * | D2 |
| 6" (15.2 cm) | DDD * or F * | D3 |
| 7" (17.8 cm) | G * | D4 |
| 8" (20.3 cm) | H * | D5 |
| 9" (22.9 cm) | I * | D6 |
| 10" (25.4 cm) | J * | D7 |
| Universal Cup Sizing™ | * Cup sizes larger than a D are called different letters by different brands (a DDD cup size in one brand can be called an E or F in other brands). So know your Universal Cup Size and you can find your correct size in any brand at HerRoom. Learn how to find your Universal Cup Size™ |
*Please Note: This bra measuring method becomes very unreliable at bra sizes 38D and larger.
*Important Note: this measuring system tends to become less accurate as the cup sizes go above a D. Additionally, some manufacturers name larger cup sizes differently. See "The Proper Bra Measuring Techniques for Plus-Size Women".
Need help? Expanded bra measuring and fitting instructions »
Now that you have your perfect bra size
Find the perfect bra - Shop HerRoom today!
Find the perfect bra - Shop HerRoom today!
We want to look beautiful
- but make-up and clothing are only a part of our wardrobe essentials. The foundation of every woman's wardrobe is lingerie. All women should have a basic lingerie wardrobe that makes them feel comfortable and look beautiful. See our "Lingerie Essentials" section for more on what belongs in your perfect lingerie wardrobe.
Too many of us are grabbing a package of 6 cotton briefs or a bra off the sales rack --most often without even trying it on. Or, we'll go to a lingerie store offering a bra-fitting service - only to find out later that the fit just doesn't feel right, or doesn't look very good under clothing.
We should have on-hand beautiful, well-constructed lingerie that supports and enhances the body. You'd be surprised at the confidence you can feel when you're comfortable and when you know that the lingerie you're wearing next to your skin looks as good as the clothing you wear over it.
The hardest part of purchasing lingerie that fits well and looks good is knowing what to look for. There are so many choices in fabric, style and size to choose from today. My goal in writing this guide is to give you as much information as possible on sizing, fabrics, styles and fitting to make you your own undergarment expert, and thus create the perfect lingerie wardrobe for you.
Expert Bra Fit Guidelines
Wearing the right bra size is just as important as choosing the right bra style. So, how long has it been since you've checked your bra size?
I've looked at dozens of measuring systems, carefully tested them, and spoken to many experts in the
industry. What I've learned is that no one measuring system gives an accurate result for every woman -
Measuring for a bra is not an exact science
- So, what's a woman to do? Armed with a few guidelines and common sense, you can figure out your correct bra size.If you own a bra that fits you well, that bra represents your correct bra size. That bra also represents a good brand for you. Every lingerie manufacturer has their unique take on fit. Like shoes, if you find a brand that fits and is comfortable, chances are their other styles will fit you as well. You should look to that brand first before venturing out to others.
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- PERFECT FIT FOR BRAS
- How to Measure Bra Size
- The Perfect Bra Fit Checklist
- Elements of the Perfect Bra Fit
- Perfect Fit Comments from Tomima
- Bra Styles to Determine the Perfect Fit
- Solve Bra Fit and Size Problems
- FIND YOUR BRA SIZE
- Expert Bra Fit Guidelines
- Measure for the Right Bra Fit
- Measure for the Right Bra Fit with Implants
- Measure for Full Figure Bra Sizing
- WHAT EXPERTS KNOW ABOUT BRA FIT
- Choose the Proper Cup Size
- Underwires and the Proper Bra Fit
- How Panels, Backs, and Bands Affect Fit
- Strap Design and Fit
- FIND THE STYLES THAT FIT
- LINGERIE ESSENTIALS: THE COMPLETE LINGERIE WARDROBE
- A Complete Bra Wardrobe
- The Complete Panty Wardrobe
- The Complete Shapewear Wardrobe
- The Complete Slip Wardrobe
- The Complete Lingerie Accessory Wardrobe
- Bare Essentials of Lingerie
- Maternity & Nursing Bras
- Panty Fitting
- Shapewear Fitting
- Slip Fitting
- European Sizing Conversions
- Ask the Expert - Q&A with Tomima
- Lingerie Glossary - Styles
- Lingerie Glossary - Fabrics & Fibers
- Lingerie Laundering Advice
- His Fitting Suggestions
Tomima's Bra Fitting Tip
"Want to get the perfect bra fit? The best way is to try on your best fitting bra, decide what you don't like about the fit, then adjust your size according to our list of bra fitting symptoms & solutions. However, if you have no idea of your bra size, start with our measuring system. It may not be exact, but it will get you in the ballpark."
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