A good fitting bra really can be a life changing experience. The most common mistake is wearing a bra that is too small in the cup and too loose around the body, for instance a 36B instead of a 34C, or a 40C instead of a 38DD. This not only gives poor support and causes bulging necklines and lumps under fitted tops, but it can also lead to skin irritation and bad posture and sometimes cause the underwire to pinch into delicate breast tissue.
Sizing
There are two elements to your bra size; the band size (ie. 32, 34, 36) and cup size (ie. A, B, C). You will need a measuring tape to determine your bra size.
1. Band size:
Using a soft tape-measure, measure around the ribcage directly under the bust. Be sure the tape is smooth across the back and level with the front.
Add 5 to this measurement to obtain your band size.
For example: If your ribcage measurement is 29" + (5) = 34" band size. If the resulting band size is an odd number like 33", you can usually go to the next even band size (34").
2. Cup size:
Measure loosely around the fullest part of your bust, holding the tape measure straight but not tight. Subtract your band size from this measurement.
less than 1 inch to 1 inch = A cup
2 inches = B cup
3 inches = C cup
4 inches = D cup
5 inches = DD cup
For example: If your band size is 34" and your bust measurement is 35", you wear an "A" cup.
3. Evolution Bra Size:
Because the Bra will provide you with built-in graduated padding and the option of extra push up in the cups, you should go to the next cup size in order to obtain the best fitting.
For example: If you are a size 34(A), you may go to the 34(B) cup size.
The band size (34) should stay the same.
While this method is generally reliable, every woman's figure is different and results may vary slightly. We recommend that you try several sizes and styles to find the fit that works best for you.
Tips:
You should take your measurements while you are wearing a non-padded underwire bra or a tight-fitting seamless T.
Adjusting the straps:
Remember that it’s the bra band that provides most of a bra’s support – not the straps. The
straps should therefore support the breast lightly without putting too much pressure on the shoulders; otherwise, the back of the bra will ride up and affect your posture. Drop the strap off your shoulder so that you can reach the adjusters from the side (or ask your husband to help you).
You only need to do this once, and the strap length will be right every time.
Measuring without a measuring tape, coming soon Inshaa'Allaah.
