According to statistics, every third woman does not realize that she is wearing a bra that does not fit her. In order not to be among the "dunno", you need to understand how to determine the size of the bra, so that even without trying on the purchased little thing would fit perfectly. After all, improperly selected underwear disrupts blood circulation, provokes breast diseases and accelerates the aging process of the body.

Coming to the store, you may encounter the problem of choosing the right bra, because each country has its own measurements, and some manufacturers set their own parameters. Special tables will come to the rescue, as well as a simple algorithm for determining the size of your breasts.

To do this, you will need a measuring tape and an assistant. As a result, you need to get two parameters: the first is the circumference of the chest and the second is the coverage of the chest (according to the protruding points). The details of the measurement will be written a little lower, but for now you should remember a few nuances.

1. The size of a bra depends not only on the anatomical structure of the body, but also on the parameters of the product itself: the material and quality of the fabric (elasticity), style, model. Based on this, the same woman can wear underwear of different sizes, which, in principle, is considered normal.
2. Numerical and alphabetic parameters are calculated for an average figure, so the result is usually rounded up, otherwise the bra can squeeze or rub the skin.
3. There is such a feature as parallelism or adjacency of sizes. Therefore, do not be shy to ask for 3-4 sizes at once to try on.
4. When choosing a bra with a push-up effect, the volume of the cup must be larger than usual, because when the breast is strongly compressed, this leads to its deformation and loss of tissue elasticity.
5. For owners of magnificent forms, there are bras with additional or special support. They are tailored in a special way (T-seam, thickened corset base, U-shaped back, wider harnesses), so the final parameters may slightly differ upwards from the average presented in the tables.

So, we determine the size correctly. In order not to be mistaken, you need to pay attention to the following points.

• The position of the back strap of the bra: it should be strictly parallel to the floor. If the back jumps up - the bra is too small, if it dangles and sags - it's too big. The exception is a very voluminous chest, which, with its weight, slightly raises the back of the product, but even in this case, the deviation from a straight line is almost imperceptible.
• When wearing, there should not be severe discomfort and a feeling of constriction. To understand if the size is correct, you need to push thumb where the cups meet. In theory, this action should not cause difficulties. If the finger is not included, then the size is small.
• The movements of the torso and arms should be free, while the bra remains in place and does not jump up when lifting the limbs.
• Regarding the size of the cup: the bust completely fills the volume inside, without forming voids or folds. Here it is worth mentioning that some women deliberately choose the volume of the cup a little less so that the breast protrudes outward. But such experiments cannot be carried out regularly, because there is a risk of squeezing blood vessels.
• If there are bones in the bra, they should be strictly in the middle of the armpit and not dig into the skin.
• It is desirable that the width of the straps from the bra be proportional to the weight of the chest. That is, ladies with curvy shapes need to choose wider straps, otherwise the fabric will begin to press and leave thin furrows on the skin.

How to take measurements?

You will need two indicators: the circumference of the chest and the volume of the bowl. Reliably measuring the parameters is quite easy if you do everything right. To do this, you need to wear a bra made of thin material and without lining, which does not reduce or increase the breast. You will also need a mirror and a tape measure. You can ask someone else to take measurements.

For the first indicator, it is necessary to measure the girth of the chest. You need to stand up straight, lower your arms, if possible, and wrap the centimeter tape under your chest, that is, along the bottom edge of the bra.

This should be done while exhaling, do not bend your back. The tape should lie flat, parallel to the floor.

For the second indicator, you should measure the volume of the chest according to convex points. Then subtract the chest girth figure from the result obtained (previous measurement). This will be the cup size.

Now you need to put the tape measure aside and find your results in the size table.

Table: bra sizes by letters and numbers

Calculation example: girth under bust = 83 cm, chest girth = 97 cm, difference = 14 cm. These figures correspond to size 85B.

Bra cup size: Aliexpress table

Goods from China fell in love with our consumers for an adequate price / quality ratio and a large selection. But often sellers use incomprehensible size designations. To fix this, you need to look at the sizing guide and the matching table.

Size ratio on Aliexpress in cm (inches)

If we are talking about bra cups and none of the options listed above, then the following size chart will help. To calculate, you need the difference between the girth of the bust and the circumference of the torso under the chest.

Ingoda, the seller offers his own tables, indicating the dimensions in cm and their correspondence to any designations. They may differ from the usual sizes, so before ordering, you should pay attention to these nuances.

Sizes according to European standards

When buying products from European manufacturers, you need to take into account that the definition of the size will be different. For example, in Italy, the girth under the bust is not averaged, i.e., values ​​​​of 72 or 73 are acceptable. And to determine the size of the cup, the difference between the bust and chest must be divided by 6.

If you don’t want to bother with measurements and calculations, you can use the ready-made correspondence table.

As you can see, determining the size of a bra is not such a difficult procedure. However, manufacturers are all different, so you should not reject the possibility of trying on.

Many women find it difficult to choose a bra size, as many manufacturers use their own markings. Not everyone understands what breast size is 80 C, but it becomes perfectly clear to everyone when it comes to the 1st, 2nd or 3rd size. So, as now, almost all brands that produce underwear are Western, it is important to understand which number or letter means this or that size.

How to determine the size of a breast bra?

When choosing a bra, it is very important to pay attention to the fact that the underwear does not squeeze the chest, is not too small, or vice versa, sits too loosely. After all, how well the clothes will fit depends on how the underwear is chosen correctly. In addition to the practical side of the bra, do not forget about the aesthetic. How to choose a bra so that it is beautiful and comfortable?

It is necessary to measure the chest and take 2 measurements: the girth of the chest at the convex points, as well as the girth under the bust.

These measurements will be needed in order to find the correct cup size. Incorrectly selected cups visually disfigure the chest: in too narrow ones, the chest falls out ugly, and if the cups are too big, then the bust looks ridiculous.

In order to determine the desired value, it is necessary to subtract the girth under the bust from the sum of the chest girth. For example, if your chest circumference is 99 cm, and the circumference under the bust is 85, then you get 14. In the size table you will find options from 10 to 23.

The resulting number 14 is correlated with the table and we see that you have the 2nd breast size.

Bra Size Chart

Now you need to understand which letter corresponds to the desired size. So, the 2nd size, understandable to everyone, is usually denoted by the Latin letter B.

The bra must fit properly and be comfortable to wear. An uncomfortable bra can cause a woman's breast disease. Therefore, before going to the store, you are faced with the question: How to determine the size of the chest?

After all, only a suitable bra size will give a woman comfort and confidence.

3 basic steps to find out your bust size:

1. Measure the circumference under the bust.
2. Measure the circumference of the chest at the most protruding points.
3. Determine your size according to our matching table.

Now let's take a closer look at how to properly follow these steps.

Measurement of the required parameters

In order to determine the size of your bust, you need to take into account the girth under the bust and the girth of the bust at the most protruding points.

Measurements are carried out with an ordinary centimeter tape. You need to do this when you are wearing that bra that makes your breasts beautiful and sits flawlessly.

However, it should not be with foam rubber and other volume-enhancing effects (push up). Of course, you can measure everything you need yourself, but a more accurate result will be obtained if someone else does it.

The main parameters are the girth under the bust and at the most protruding points.

Instruction:

1. We measure the girth under the bust (usually determined in centimeters), the measuring tape should wrap around your body tightly enough.
2. Also in centimeters we determine the girth of the chest at the most protruding points, the measuring tape should lie horizontally and freely, not tighten the chest. It will be more correct to measure when your hands are lowered.

Now you can determine the size of underwear that will suit you. It usually consists of numbers indicating the size under the bust and letters that indicate the size of the cups, for example, 75C.

There is also an international size marking, which consists of letters only.

Volume under bust

There may be a small problem in determining the numerical size parameter. If the circumference under the bust is 75 or 80 cm, then everything is clear. What if he is, for example, 76 or 79 cm?

Below is a table to determine the size of the chest:

Manufacturers in Russia, Germany, and Belarus use this designation for the size of a bra relative to the volume under the breast.

The Italians indicate the size with numbers from 1 to 12, Australia starts from 8 to 30 in 2 cm increments, with the same step, but starting from 30, corset underwear manufacturers in England, the USA and Ukraine determine the volume under the bust.

Manufacturer's advice - determine the size of the breast with a tolerance of 4 cm!

Compliance with the sizes of Russia, Germany, Belarus to other manufacturers:

There is international marking, which uses Latin letters in the same way as when designating clothing sizes.

Correspondence of the Russian and international designations of the volume under the breast:

• 65-XS,
• 70 - S,
• 75 - M,
• 80 - L,
• 85-XL,
• 90-XXL,
• 95-XXXL,
• 100 - XXXXL.

How to determine cup size

The size of the bra cups is very important, because the chest should be comfortable, it should not “dangle”, but it should not stick out either.

Then you will look beautiful.

Almost everywhere, the size of the cups is indicated by Latin letters from A to H, double letters can be used. Although the size of cups, indicated by numbers already on bras, is almost never found, it is still clearer to some just such a designation.

To determine the size of the cups, you will need both measurements that you took: the volume under the bust and the volume of the bust at the maximum protruding points, all in centimeters. Subtract the first from the second and get the difference in centimeters.

Correspondence of the difference in volumes and the size of the cups:

Manufacturers in different countries ah can indicate the size of bra cups in slightly different ways. French and Spanish corsets are marked with the same letters as Russian or Belarusian ones.

Correspondence of Italian and Australian cup sizes to Russian ones:

• AA - absent,
• A-A
• B-B,
• C-C
• D-D
• E-DD
• F-E
• G-F

Correspondence of English and American sizes of cups:

• AA - AA,
• A-A
• B-B,
• C-C
• D-D
• E-DD
• F - E in England, DDD / E in the USA,
• G-F.

Bust size example

You measured the volume under the bust, let's say it turned out to be 79 centimeters. So you need a bra marked 80. Next, measure your chest, let's say 94 centimeters. We consider: 94-79=15. This difference corresponds to the size of cups B.

So, it turns out 80B. However, do not forget about the difference in the designations used by manufacturers in different countries, in order to correctly determine, you need to find a match in the volume under the breast and in the size of the cups.

On a note:

• In order to ensure that your measurements correspond to reality, and not to the desired representation, follow the following rules: Measure your chest in a fitting bra that does not exaggerate or reduce the size of your bust. He should sit on you like a glove.
• When measuring the underbust girth, you should exhale the air, firmly attach the centimeter under the chest and keep it parallel to the floor.
• In order to correctly measure the girth at the protruding points, you need to stand up straight and firmly attach the centimeter strictly horizontally to the circle.

Parallel Dimensions

Even if you are absolutely sure that your bust size is correct and are used to buying lingerie with a certain marking, do not neglect trying on bras of the so-called parallel sizes.

In parallel, measure another 1-2 other sizes.

It happens that a model of its size does not sit very well, and a different ratio of cups and volume under the bust turns out to be more advantageous. Experienced sellers will always recommend trying on one or two parallel sizes.

An example of bra size interchangeability

• 75A - 75B,
• 80A - 75B,
• In size 75B, can models with a larger cup and less volume under the bust (70C) or with a smaller cup and more volume (80A) fit?
• For size 80B it is worth trying on another 75C and 70D,
• Instead of 85B, you can try 80C and 75D,
• Try on 85C and 80D with 90B.

This difference in size is mainly due to differences in the features of the models. The shape of the cups, fastening and shape of the straps, even the fabric - all this can be decisive in choosing one of the parallel sizes. It happens that some models are suitable, for example, only 80A, while others only 75B.

Surprising but true
More than 70% of women do not know the size of their breasts, or at least cannot name it for sure. When asked what size your bust is, the answer is often heard - “probably two”, or “at least a three”, but no more.

Why is all this necessary

Today we have a large selection of everything, including underwear and clothes. There are a lot of beautiful underwear today, you can choose both in color and in design. The choice of models is also great, depending on the cut and additional accessories.

Coming to the store, we don’t really think about how to determine the size of the chest, because there is a seller who will offer several options. In principle, if you buy underwear in a store, then you don’t have to worry and don’t remember your breast size. However, it will be more convenient for you yourself if you start the fitting with the most suitable specimens. However, lingerie can not be tried on in all stores, and when choosing a gift, it is not always convenient to ask about sizes. If fitting is not allowed, then knowing the size is indispensable, although the store can take measurements and help you decide.

Accurate knowledge of your parameters will be needed when buying linen through online stores. The Internet offers such a huge selection of a wide variety of bras that it is very difficult to resist, and it is impossible to try on. At the same time, carefully read all the information that is given on the site for determining the size of different manufacturers: in different countries, the sizes of women's underwear are indicated differently. Some sites offer online sizing. You just need to take measurements and enter them correctly in the form fields.

In general, it is worth knowing how to find out the size of the bust or how to choose the right bra for a gift to your beloved without asking her too many questions.

If you have made a successful purchase, then you should remember the bra, what markings you took, but at the same time, take into account the article or model name. Then the next time the purchase will also be successful. Many women wear one or two models that suit them best and buy them. Successful styles are not taken out of production for a long time, they are only made out in different ways.

Tips for men: 3 ways to independently determine the size of the female breast

If men are reading this article (after all, many of them give gifts to women), then information on how to determine the size of the bust of their beloved may be useful to them. Of course, the ideal option is to ask her and remember or write it down. However, not everyone considers it convenient, and you need to take care of this in advance so that the surprise is a success.

To choose the "right" gift, a man can act in several ways.:

1. Try to identify visually
2. Measure with your hands
3. Look at the markings on the bra the woman is wearing.

1. Visual method

Visual sizing is good for some. Especially if the bra is worn on a mannequin.

You can also ask the seller in the store to choose underwear that will suit a woman with a similar figure.

Below are photos of the chest 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 sizes:

1 chest size
2 bust size
3 bust size
4 bust size
5 bust size
First breast size
Second breast size

All girls are true fans of beautiful lingerie. However, often many ladies cannot answer the question of how to correctly determine the size of a bra.

The problem with an uncomfortable bra, constantly protruding bones, small cups is familiar to every woman. The root of such troubles lies in the inability to choose the right size bra. It would seem, what could be easier? However, such a procedure requires care and certain knowledge.

What rules should be followed when choosing a bra?

The most common mistake when choosing bras is buying underwear of less or more volume. This leads to the fact that the girl begins to feel insecure, unattractive, because both the aesthetic appearance and the well-being of the lady depend on the bra. It is worth remembering that an inappropriate model leads to pain in the body: from the shoulders to the neck, and also disrupts blood circulation. To avoid early development osteochondrosis, lowering self-esteem, we will analyze in detail how to choose a bra. What are the guidelines to follow while in the store?

1. The model should fit the girth of the chest so that the chest does not feel discomfort and is well supported. The bra should be on the same line on the back and on the chest, the line is parallel to the floor. In the case when the back line jumps, know that the girth is less than it should be, and if it is pulled down, the girth is more.
2. The bones in the cups should be located so as to touch the middle of the armpits.
3. Straps should not cut into the skin, create discomfort, “twist”, go obliquely. It is also not worth choosing a model with excessively short strings.
4. You can check your bra cup size with your fingers. So, if they fit on the joint of the cups, then you are done. right choice. If that doesn't work, you need a bigger model. Remember, cups should not put pressure on the chest in any case. No matter how attractive the bodice looks, give preference to a comfortable model.
5. A correctly chosen bra should not hold down and make it difficult to breathe. Otherwise, you will feel constraint, after which the blood circulation will be disturbed without fail.
6. Give preference to models made of high-quality, natural fabrics that allow air to pass through. Choose from cotton and viscose products. Linen made of foam rubber will create a feeling of "sauna", which is absolutely not necessary.

sticking to simple tips, you can save yourself from a rash and unsuccessful purchase by correctly determining the size of the bra.

Everything you need to know about breast sizing

Despite the fact that you already know everything about the rules for buying underwear, a successful purchase is impossible without determining your own breast size. Knowledge of the sizes guarantees the correct choice of a bra and the most comfortable wear. Finding out your size is not difficult - a centimeter tape and some tricks will help with this. Traditionally, the chest is measured in two places: under the breast and at the protruding points. For convenience, put on any comfortable bra without foam rubber and additional decorations. It is realistic to determine your bra size on your own, but for accuracy, you may need the help of outsiders. The measurement procedure consists of several steps.

1. Use a tape measure to measure volume. You should grasp the "centimeter" under the chest, not losing sight of its snug fit to the skin. Record your measurements.
2. Lower your hands for accuracy and start measuring the most protruding points of the bust. Do not overtighten.

Those numbers that you come across on the labels come from the measurement of girths under the bust and the bust itself. For example, 70V or 90A. In addition to traditional markings, there is also an international table of bra sizes, which includes only letters.

How to determine cup size?

So, how to choose a bra by cup? A properly selected cup guarantees breast comfort and is extremely important when buying. In order to measure it, you need:

• bend over so that the breasts are parallel to the floor - this will help to fully measure the mammary gland;
• measure the chest around the body: make sure that the centimeter is tightly fixed, but does not compress the skin, do not allow the centimeter to deviate downward - after taking measurements, remember them;
• subtract the obtained bust measurements from the results obtained now: the resulting number is considered the size of the bra cup.

To find out the letter that fits the cup, the table of correspondence between the difference and the size of the cup will help. Remember that, despite the knowledge gained, it is strongly not recommended to purchase underwear without trying it on. It happens that different underwear manufacturers get confused in sizes and indicate numbers and letters that are wrong in size.

What you need to know about dimensional grids?

When measuring bust size, accuracy is important, but the figure you get should be rounded to the nearest standard size that represents Size chart bras. So, when you get a result from 73 to 77 cm, your standard size will be 75. A similar system is typical of Russia and Belarus. Italian manufacturers designate sizes with numbers from 1 to 12. In England and the USA, the size is calculated starting from thirty. If you are a fan of the underwear of a particular country, then you should understand what designations the bra sizes have there. A correspondence table is available from each manufacturer.

The competitor of the digital designation is a grid that uses only Latin letters, according to the type of clothing. To understand how to correctly determine the size of a bra of this type, the grid of correspondences to the international format will help. For example, the Russian size 75 corresponds to the international M.

Dimensional grids of bra cups also have a certain marking. Often, this definition is in letters. As already mentioned, the size of a bra cup is the difference between volumes. It is not difficult to correlate the received numbers with letter designations: tables of visual correspondences will help with this. Do not forget that in relation to cups, each country is individual. For example, the selected Russian models are the same as the Spanish ones, but completely different from the Italian, English and Australian ones.

The sizes of bras by letters and numbers only at first glance inspire fear and misunderstanding. After taking a little time to study, you will find that nothing can be easier to define.

Having figured out how to determine the size of a bra, it will not be superfluous to discuss some tricks and tips from experts in the production of underwear:

• when measuring volume, exhale air and apply a centimeter under the chest for accurate measurements;
• you can choose the size of the bra only after you take a flat position and attach the tape parallel and horizontally;
• for measurements, use the bra that you consider the most ideal for you in all respects;
• large sizes of bras should have the same straps: the larger the chosen model, the wider the tie - check that the bra does not fall off the body without straps, just unfasten them or lower them over your shoulders;
• when choosing a model, remember that there are parallel sizes that mutually replace the one you are used to: for example, 75A corresponds to 70V, 85V - 80C or 70D;
• a clue for men who do not know how to find out the size of their girlfriend's bra is to correlate the size with fruit: 0th size - kiwi, 1st - apple, 2nd - orange, 3rd - grapefruit, 4th - coconut .

Now every girl (and not only) can boast that she knows how to choose the right bra. The information received will help not only you, but also your close friends and relatives. The chest is one of the most beautiful parts of the body and should be kept comfortable. Choosing a bra size, as we have seen, is not difficult at all and is even useful for detecting changes in physical shape.

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