How To Take Your Own Bra Measurement

Once youve taken your bust and underbust measurements youll use the underbust number as your bra band measurement eg 32 34 36 and so forth. Have a friend help you with the measurements. The bra band provides almost all of your bras support. If you want a good rule of thumb then either follow the add 4 rule or try the mid point size between your body and cup measurements ie if your body measurement is 32 and your cup measurement is 36 then try a 34 bra size. If the size is an even number add four and if it is odd add five this will then give you your back size. Tips on how to take the perfect measurements.

Wear a t shirt bra without padding. One quick and easy way to determine your correct bra size is by using the tape measuring system. And youre done. This is your cup measurement. Above all remember it is a guide a starting point for your fitting. Download my free body type ebook.

Measure round the fullest part of your bust to determine cup size. If your measurement is an even number add 4 inches. While this system is not completely accurate it is a great starting point on determining your. A firm well fitting bra band is key to a good fit. Measure around your back and the fullest part of your breasts. Find your bra size online now.

This number represents your cup size. Measure around your ribcage just below where your bra fits. Round both measurements to the nearest whole number. Write down this measurement and subtract your first measurement from this number. If this number was 30 inches for example you would subtract the first measurement of 27 inches from this number and arrive at 3. And because bra cup size is relative to your band size its important to get this right before moving on.

Measure under your bust. Learn how to take your own measurements to determine your body type with this video. 31 inches measured 36 bra size. Adjust the straps so that the tip of your breast as seen from the side is in the middle of the cup. To figure out your cup measurement round up your bust measurement to the nearest whole number in inches. Grab your measuring tape and lets get this party started.

If your measurement is an odd number add 5 inches. Some people suggest to take measurements while bending over or laying down. If the number is 2 your cup size is a b and so on. Calculate your bra size by subtracting the underbust from the bust measurement. This is your band measurement. Take the measurement in inches and round it up to the nearest inch.

If the number is a 1 your cup size is an a. 30 inches measured 34 bra size. A top tip is to use your nipples as guidance.