How to Measure for Plus Size
Bra
Measuring
Bra Sizes
- Bra sizing is made up of two components. - the band
size (38, 40, 42, 44, etc.) and the cup size (C, D, DD, DDD, etc.)
When measuring, wear your
best fitting, unpadded, most comfortable bra. This will position the bust
correctly. Do not wear a minimizer or sports bra.
Band Size
- Standing sideways in front of a mirror, measure under
the arms just beneath the breasts (1st measurement ). Make sure the tape is
parallel to the floor. If it is an odd number add an inch. That is your band
size.
Cup Size
- For cup size (2nd measurement) measure around the
fullest part of bust. Refer to the table below to determine cup size based on
the difference between the two measurements.
For example: If the 1st
measurement is 39 inches, you would add an inch, for 40 inches. If the fullest
part of the bust measures 43 inches, the difference is 3 inches (from the
original measurement), and according to the chart below the bra size is 40C.
