How to determine the size of your bra and not be mistaken
Miscellaneous / / October 07, 2021
Just two parameters are enough.
Experts recommend not focusing on the size of a comfortable old bra when buying a new one. The fact is that in the process of wearing the material stretches, and women themselves can gain or lose weight, which is why the proportions change.
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So, if a girl bought a size 75B three years ago, she has gained five kilograms since then and now bra sitting on it like a glove, it does not mean that a brand new 75B will suit her. The cup is likely to be too small, and the support bar (belt) is too tight.
To fit in a bra of the wrong size, the girl will have to tighten the straps and release the belt as much as possible. As a result, in some places the bra will sag, and in others it will dig into the skin. And you will have to forget about breast support at all.
To prevent this from happening, each new model of lingerie should be bought as a completely separate item. wardrobe - for the size of the bust that is now.
How to measure your breast size
You will need a flexible tailor's tape, a piece of paper, and a pen or pencil.
Measure under bust
Wrap a measuring tape around your chest at the level where the bra bones are located.
Make sure that the centimeter is not lower or higher in the front or back. Due to the slope, the measurements will be incorrect.
Round off the result and write it down in centimeters. This is the under bust girth (OPG).
Measure your bust at the prominent points
Wrap the dressing tape around your breasts at nipple level.
Do not tighten the tape too tight. And again, keep an eye on its location.
The result obtained is called the protruding chest girth (OG). Don't forget to round it up too.
How to determine which bra you need
The size of the bra is traditionally determined using two parameters - digital and letter. For example, like this: 75A. Or like this: 90D.
The number indicates the size of the bra. The letter is the fullness of the cup.
How to calculate your bra size
It is determined based on the girth under the chest.
Girth under the bust, cm | The size |
68–72 | 70 |
73–77 | 75 |
78–82 | 80 |
83–87 | 85 |
88–92 | 90 |
93–97 | 95 |
How to check the fullness of your bra cup
This parameter is calculated from the difference between the exhaust gas and the OPG. The second is subtracted from the first number, and the result obtained is compared with the table.
Difference between OG and OPG | Bra cup fullness |
10–11 | AA |
12–13 | A |
14–15 | V |
16–17 | WITH |
18–19 | D |
20–21 | E |
22–23 | F |
24–25 | G |
This completes the calculations.
A simple example for verification: if your OPG is 80 cm, and the exhaust gas is 96 cm, then the required size is 80C.
How not to make a mistake when buying a bra without trying on
The safest way to find a bra is to put it on. Moreover, it is better to look at several models of the same size from different manufacturers in order to find a bra of the exact cut that will fit you best.
If you buy a thing without trying on, for example, in an online store, adhere to the following rules.
Check the dimensions
In Russia underwear mark in accordance with the European (international) grid of sizes. However, there are other options - for example, American and French.
In order not to be mistaken, check in the online store of which country you buy a bra. And check the size table.
European (Russia, Germany) | French | American (US, UK) |
70 | 85 | 32 |
75 | 90 | 34 |
80 | 95 | 36 |
85 | 100 | 38 |
90 | 105 | 40 |
95 | 110 | 42 |
The fullness of the cups in all grids is the same.
Take a closer look at the "parallel" dimensions
Sometimes it happens that a bra is good for everyone, but your size is not. In this case, you can try replacing it with "parallel". Here is a table for choosing a suitable alternative.
75A = 70B |
80A = 75B = 70C |
85A = 80B = 75C |
80B = 75C = 70D |
85B = 80C = 75D |
90B = 85C = 80D |
85C = 80D = 75E |
90D = 85E = 80F |
If this is your first time buying lingerie of a certain brand, read the reviews
Each manufacturer sews linen according to its own patterns. In general, bra sizes are unlikely to differ. But, for example, one brand puts the cups closer to each other, and the other - farther. Someone sews "large-sized" models, at the very top border, and someone specializes in "small-sized" models.
It is important to know such nuances before purchases. Especially if you haven't found your size and decided to try replacing it with "parallel". You need to understand whether to decrease or increase the cup.
Find out more about the store you are going to purchase from
How quickly the goods are sent, how often they send a marriage, whether it is possible to issue a return - all these questions should be clarified before buying.
What to do if the bra still doesn't fit
Under the consumer protection law, underwear cannot be returned or exchanged.Law of the Russian Federation of 07.02. No. 2300-1 "On Protection of Consumer Rights". However, this is still Maybe, if:
- on the purchased bra, there was an obvious defect, for example, uneven lines, uneven color of the fabric, split seams, damaged accessories;
- the size of the laundry differs from that indicated on the tag or label;
- the product does not match the description or image on the website.
In such situations, you have the right to exchange or return the bra within seven days from the date of delivery of the order. Or 90 days if the seller did not issue a return date reminder. The money must be transferred to the card with which you paid for the purchase, within 10 days from the date of return.
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