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 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.
If the measurement is even, add 4"
if the measurement is odd, add 5"
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Step 2, Measure for Cup Size:
Need help? Expanded band measuring instructions.
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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.
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Step 3, Calculate Your Bra Size:
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Subtract your band measurement (step 1) from your cup measurement (step 2). Generally, for each inch in difference, the cup goes up by one size. See the conversion chart here.
Example 1:
Let's assume your frame size is 31 inches, your bra size is therefore 36 inches (31 + 5 = 36 inches). In addition, assume you measured your chest+breast size at 40 inches. Now, take your chest+breast size (40), and subtract your bra size (36). You get 4 inches as the difference. Using the table above, you find that anyone with a difference between 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 inches (including 4) has a cup size D. Your correct bra and cup size is therefore 36D.
Example2:
Step 1: 34" under measurement +4" = 38" band
Step 2: 40" over measurement
Step 3: 40" - 38" = 2" or Cup "B"
Your size would be 38B
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.
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REMEMBER TO CARE FOR YOUR BRA:
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Give all your bras special treatment and they will last years, not months, and pay you back in kind.
- Don’t put your bra in the dryer. (The dryer is really death to them)
- Always wash them in a mesh bag on a delicate low heat wash
- Any bleach will degrade the elastic
- Do try to wash by hand, especially with your Upbra bra.
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