Measuring Bra Size
September 9th, 2009 by Elle Ashley Love
Knowing your bra size is necessary in more than one aspect. Of course you’ll want it to fit you nicely, but it can also have many undesired effects. Firstly, an uncomfortable, loose, or too tight bra can cause irritation, pain and blood circulatory issues. Maybe even more than any other undergarment, a bra is meant to be well fitting and comfortable. Secondly, it might affect your posture and your looks. The way you feel in it eventually shows. Well then, how to measure your bra size? This quick procedure could well make your life less hassle.
The first thing you have to measure is your band size. This step has to be done accurately as it affects how your bra holds up. Have a flexible measuring tape wrapped around the circumference of your chest, right below your bra (preferred that you wear it). If measurements give an odd number, round it off to the next even number. That is your band size. However if it tells you an even number, you may either want to stick to it or add another 2 inches to it. If you’re still unsure, ask the sales girl for assistance.
Next you have to measure the cup size. It is in fact much easier to determine than you might think. What you need to do is to measure the peak point, circumference of your chest. The cup size is then obtained by subtracting that number from your band size and using a conversion table. Taking an instance, if the difference is one inch, your cup size will be A and if it’s 2 inches, your cup is size B and so on and so forth.
Even if you select 2 bras that match your size, make sure you try them out first at the fitting room. Note that sizes vary across different models due to different materials used. But if you did it correctly, the sizes should not get too far away from your measurements. At the end of the day, you wish to find one that suits you.
Your bra plays a very significant part in how you will look and feel. Measuring your bra size is a relatively easy process that you only need to do once in a while and that will improve your everyday life for a long time. Once you’re done measuring for your size, it’s time to choose a bra that you like.
Prior to making that first bra purchase, make sure you visit Elle’s tips on how to measure for a bra size. Elle is a bra lover and writer of Intimatesbras.com with the aim to benefit other women with similar interest.
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