How the sizes of bras are determined by letters. How to determine the size of a woman's breasts: tips for choosing a bra

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Famous lingerie expert Rebecca Epsan picked up underwear for the heroines of Sex and the City. Angelina Jolie, Meryl Streep and Linda Evangelista dress up in her shops. She also wrote a book on bra fitting - individual selection of underwear.

Rebecca claims that the right bra changes our body and life and makes us happy.

website will show you in detail how to choose underwear so that it perfectly combines comfort and beauty.

How to take measurements

Many women buy bras in the size they want to wear, not the size that actually fits them. And as a rule, this underwear with a cup is smaller than necessary, and the belt is longer than necessary.

In order to understand everything completely, start with measurements. But be aware measurements are just the beginning. Your 75V during the fitting process can turn into both 70C and 80A. And in 65D - too. Because the sizing varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. And also because your chest is unique.

Girth under bust

Put your hands down. The measuring tape should go strictly horizontally and fit snugly against the body. It's best to have someone measure you, but you can do it yourself.

Bust

Put on your most comfortable classic bra (not push-up or minimizer). The measuring tape should be placed horizontally and pass along the most protruding points of the chest without pulling it together.

Determine your size using the charts (click to open).

Different countries have different size designations. If you are buying American or French lingerie, please check this chart for size matching.

Our weight may fluctuate, but we still stubbornly buy our favorite 75B. Don't stick to one size. If your weight fluctuates between 3-5 kg, measure yourself again and reconsider your size.

Now you can go to the store. Tune in to the fact that fitting can take an hour and a half.

How to try on

Under bust and bust are complementary. Size C for a girth of 75 cm is different from size C for a girth of 80 cm. How? The larger the circumference under the bust, the wider and more capacious the cup. Keep this in mind when fitting.

Tune in to try on at least 10 bras from at least two different brands. Take classic models with a smooth cup. It can be hard or soft, whichever is more comfortable for you. When you determine the size, you can try on other styles - balconette, push-up, corbeil, etc.

Take the first two models of the size that resulted from your measurements. For example, 75V.

The next two models are smaller at the waist but larger at the cup. That is 70C.

The third pair should be smaller in the waist. That is 70V.

The fourth pair - with a larger cup size. That is 75C.

The last two models are larger both in the belt and in the cup. That is 80C.

Each of the models must be evaluated according to three parameters: belt, cup and straps.

When trying on a bra, fasten the hooks on the far right row(the loosest position). In the process of wearing, the belt, depending on the fabric, can stretch up to 5 cm. That's when the rest of the hooks will be needed.

How the perfect bra sits: a checklist

Belt

But the belt accounts for 90% of the bra support, and only 10% for the straps. The belt should tightly wrap around the chest, but not cut into the body. Raise your hands, lean left and right - the belt should remain in place. The center of the bra should fit snugly against the chest. If the belt is shifting, you need a smaller size.

At the back, two fingers should fit under the clasp, no more, otherwise, half an hour after putting on, the belt will rise up. The correct position of the belt is strictly horizontal. When you first try it on, you may feel that the belt is a little tight - this is normal.

cups

If the cups show wrinkles and creases, the bra is too big, try a smaller cup.

If the cup compresses the chest so that "rollers" are formed on the chest and in the armpits, the bra is small. Take a cup size up.

Bones should be located around the chest - on the sternum and ribs. If the bone is at least partially on the breast itself, you also need a larger size.

Straps

The bra should not only support the chest, but also lift it. Do a simple test to see if your underwear fits correctly. Find the middle between the shoulder and the elbow. It is at this level that the most protruding part of the chest should be. If it is lower, pull up the straps. But remember: they should not cut into the shoulders and lift up the belt on the back.

Check if the straps are too heavy. Let them off your shoulders - the cups may sag a little, but the belt should remain in place.

By the way, the length of the straps needs to be adjusted every day.

Note - breasts should not be lower than the bottom edge of the bra. After all, underwear is just what you need to say no to gravity.

The right bra will help visually lose 3-5 kg.

What else to pay attention to

When deciding to buy a bra with bones or without, know: if your breast size is C or more, additional support will definitely not hurt her.

If the straps fall off, buy a special strap connector that connects them at the back.

If you can't decide on the size, for example 75 or 80, take a bra with large cups and take it to the tailor to shorten the belt.

If the breasts are different sizes, then a classic bra with a molded cup will suit you, which will hide the difference, or a push-up - put a silicone or foam insert in the cup for a smaller breast (they often give an extra one for free in the store). If your bra has pad pockets, you can remove the pad from one pocket and put the extra pad in the other.

If you have a broad back and a small chest, be guided by the size of the cup, even if the belt is too small. It is enough to buy a clasp extension (bra-extender), and the problem will be solved.

It is important for every woman to know how to determine the size of a bra, a table of bra sizes from different countries and our helpful tips will help you figure it out.

It can be very difficult to choose the right size when buying a bra, and this is not surprising, since there are quite a few size tables, in addition, each manufacturer offers its own measurements. This problem is especially relevant when buying underwear via the Internet, when it is impossible to try it on.

How to determine the size of the chest to buy a bra

Today it can sometimes be very difficult to choose your underwear, especially with such a diverse selection. Now there are a lot of models, some of them have their own characteristics in the construction.

However, the most important thing to consider when choosing a bra is its size. The degree of comfort when wearing it will depend on this. Usually determine the size of this part of the women's toilet by measuring the girth under the chest, as well as by the most protruding points of the chest.

In order to find out your breast size, you need to take a centimeter tape (seamstresses usually use it). Wear the bra that you look perfect in (your breasts look beautiful in it, and besides that, you feel comfortable and comfortable in it).

You should not wear a bra with various inserts - push up, foam rubber or others. For more accurate measurements, ask someone to help you, although you can do it yourself.

So, the measurement process:

• Take a tape, you should measure the volume of your chest. Grab it under your bust so that it fits snugly against your body. Measure in centimeters.
• The next measurement must be taken with the arms lowered (so it will be more accurate). The chest should be measured at its most protruding points. In this case, the tape should not pull the body very tightly, it should be slightly loose.

The next step is to determine the size of your breasts. Most often, the marking of underwear comes from the girth under the bust and the girth of the chest itself. It looks like this - 75C or 85A. But there is another type of marking - international, consisting only of letters.

Determine the girth under the bust (bra size chart)

It should be noted here that the measured volume under the breast does not always correspond to the accepted size grid. For example, it is easy to find the size eighty-five or seventy, but what if the girth under the bust is eighty-seven or seventy-nine?

Thus, underwear manufacturers are advised to focus on a tolerance of four centimeters. More details can be found in the table below.

The above sizes are relevant for those underwear manufacturers located in countries such as Germany, Russia, Belarus.

For European countries, for example, Italians, it is typical to designate the size with numbers from one to twelve. In Australia, the size starts from the eight, and ends with the thirtieth size (the accepted step is two centimeters).

It is customary for manufacturers of corset underwear for countries such as England, the USA and Ukraine to calculate the size from thirty (the step also remains two centimeters).

All of the above can be clearly seen from the table below.

In addition to the digital designations of the girth under the chest, there is also an international markup that uses Latin letters for marking (as well as for clothes). Now consider what Russian size corresponds to the international size.

Determine the size of the bra cups (size chart)

Now consider another important parameter that is very important when buying a bust - this is the size of its cups. From the correct choice of this parameter will depend on how comfortable your chest will be in it.

For example, a larger than necessary size will not hold your chest well enough, but from a smaller one, on the contrary, it will simply fall out and the view itself will be very ugly.

When choosing a bra, pay attention to the marking - the size of the cups in it is indicated in Latin letters, very rarely - in numbers.

In order to determine the required size, you will need two measurements, this is your volume under the breast and the volume of the breast itself (at the maximum protruding points). Subtract the volume of the chest (cm) from the volume under the bust (cm) - you will get the necessary difference, which indicates the cup size.

Below is a table that will show a visual correspondence between the difference in volumes and the resulting cup size.

Again, it should be remembered that each country has its own rules for labeling bras. For example, Belarusian and Russian underwear are labeled the same as French and Spanish manufacturers.

But the Italian and Australian markings are somewhat different from the Russian ones (the table of cup sizes is below).

English and American sizes of cups also differ in relation to Russian ones (table below).

A good example of how to determine the size of the breast

Let's take an example of how to determine the size of the chest and what kind of bra you need to buy. So, you took a centimeter tape and measured your volume under your chest, and you got, for example, the number seventy-nine centimeters. Therefore, a bra that is marked 80 is suitable for you.

Next, you should measure the circumference of the chest at the most protruding points. The second digit you got, for example, ninety-three centimeters. Now you should perform a simple arithmetic operation and subtract seventy-nine from ninety-three.

As a result, you get the number fourteen. We look at the table - a difference of 14-15cm corresponds to a bra with cup size B (the second breast size).

Now it is clear that you need a size 80B. This is a familiar label for us, but if you decide to update your wardrobe and purchase new underwear, consider the labeling and the difference in the designations of different countries, for which use the tables above for matching sizes.

• When measuring underbust, exhale and place the measuring tape firmly under the bust. The tape should be parallel to the floor.
• When measuring the circumference of the chest directly, you should become straight, and apply the tape itself parallel to the horizontal.
• It is very important to carry out all measurements in the bra that fits you (no less and no more). Only in this case will you be able to correctly calculate your dimensions for a future purchase.

Parallel bras

It should be noted that when trying on underwear, other sizes may suit you, even if you are used to buying a bra of a certain marking. There are so-called parallel sizes, which can be much better in terms of comfort.

These sizes have a different ratio of volume under the bust and cups, but insignificant. It would be nice to ask the seller to let you try them on so that you can choose the best option.

A good example of the interchangeability of a bra from one size to another

Now consider a few examples of how bra sizes can be interchanged:

• size 75A can fit size 70B;
• size 80A can fit size 75B;
• for example, if your size is 75B, then bras with a slightly larger cup and less underbust (70C) or with a smaller cup and more underbust (80A) may suit you;
• if your size is 80B, then it would be nice to try on models 75C and 70D;
• 85B may fit 80C or 70D;
• if your normal size is 90B, then maybe size 85C or 80D will suit you.

All of the above examples are due to the fact that the models can differ significantly. For example, if you are used to buying one size of a bra from a certain company, then when trying on the same size, but from another company, it may not suit you. Everything influences such a difference - the shape of the cups, the fabric, how the straps are attached and their shape.

How can you visually determine the size of the breast: for men, a note

It happens that they try to find out the size of the breast visually. Usually men do this, wanting to buy underwear as a gift. It should be noted that this is not a very good solution. Here you can easily make a mistake. However, a good choice of bra is also possible.

If the lingerie store has a mannequin that fits your girlfriend, then it is quite possible that it will fit your girlfriend. Additionally, you can consult the seller in the store and describe to her the figure of your woman.

There are two other options that are much simpler, but require advance preparation. This, for example, measure the size of the chest with your hands or simply write off the markings on your lady's old bra.

Some men have their own inaccurate, but rather original way of determining the size of a female breast by eye, where the size of the breast is compared with fruit. Bust size zero is associated with kiwi, the first bust is associated with an apple, the second with an orange, the third with grapefruit and the fourth with coconut.

Now you know how to determine the size of a bra, the size table provides comprehensive information in the labeling of domestic and foreign manufacturers, which allows you to accurately select comfortable and beautiful underwear even without trying it on.

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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.

Most women who come to a lingerie store are lost in size and this is not surprising, since there are a lot of size tables and almost every underwear manufacturer has its own size chart for both bras and panties. However, there are general principles for determining, knowing which you can accurately choose your underwear with 99% probability. And knowledge of these principles is especially useful when ordering underwear in an online store.

You may have already read our article "", which also talked about how to determine your bra size. Here, we will try to delve into this topic and give you as much information as possible to determine the size of bras not only in Russia, but also in many other countries of Europe and America.

In order to correctly and accurately determine your breast size, and correspondingly bra size, you need to measure your underbust and bust circumference correctly. Before you start measuring, you should wear a suitable normal bra. His main criterion is that he should not underestimate or exaggerate your breasts.

We measure the girth under the bust

To measure the girth under the bust, first stand straight, exhale the air, and then measure the chest girth strictly under the chest with a centimeter. When measuring, make sure that the centimeter is parallel to the floor.

We measure the circumference of the chest

Chest girth is measured in centimeter (parallel to the floor) at the most protruding point on the chest. The centimeter should lie as tightly as possible, but not compress the chest.

How to determine the correct bra size

There is a fairly simple scheme determining the size of the bra and fullness of the cup. To do this, you need to follow these steps:

1. measure the circumference under the bust (example: 71 cm);
2. from table number 1 we get the size of the bra (we get 70);
3. change the size of the chest according to the principle described above (example: 84 cm);
4. subtract the size of item 1 from item 3 (84-71 \u003d 13 cm);
5. determine the size of the fullness of the bra cup from table No. 2.

Bra and cup size, also, can be determined from the summary table No. 3, knowing your chest girth and girth under the bust.

Above we have defined bra size in the European system, which is also used in Russia. However, if you want to buy, for example, French underwear, then you will definitely be mistaken, as some countries have their own sizes for underwear. Table No. 4 shows the correspondence between European sizes and sizes in other countries.

Now it's right measure your breast size, you can safely go and buy underwear not only of Russian production, but also of such well-known brands in Europe and America as: Victoria's Secret, Milavica, Karen Millen, Simone Perele, Blush and others.

Surprisingly, according to statistics, the vast majority of women do not know their true breast size. Why is this happening?

The fact is that until some time in the world there was no single universal scale for the size of underwear. There were country, continental scales (for example, the American scale, English, European continental, etc.), but even they often fail. And even different manufacturers consider it a good decision to introduce their original scale.

As a result, women have confusion in their heads. Having opened the linen drawer, you will not immediately answer the question of what size, because. each brand and each brand has its own.

Convenient calculator and scale table

If you do not have the time and desire to understand with all the wisdom and study the theory and history of the issue, you can immediately make a calculation using ours (the calculator works on a universal scale adopted by most of the world's major manufacturers of quality underwear). You simply enter your measurements and the calculator will show you your size. Below we offer advice - do not neglect it!

If you want to know the correspondence of different scales please refer to our table. For convenience, we propose to compare the most understandable parameter - chest circumference in centimeters with the two most popular scales - European continental and English / American:

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Jokes aside - health is more important!

There is a half joke / half method for determining the size of a bra by analogy with fruits: the 1st breast size is kiwi, the 2nd size is an apple and so on ... orange, grapefruit, melon. This playful recommendation is usually offered to men when choosing a gift for their beloved.

However, it is important to remember that experts do not recommend determining the size of the breast visually by eye or touch: after all, not only appearance and beauty, but also comfort, well-being and even health depend on the right choice.

A tight bra impairs blood circulation, a too loose bra does not provide sufficient support for the chest, hence fatigue in the shoulders may appear, posture worsens, in addition, constant fluctuations in the mammary glands increase the risk of developing cancer. Health comes first, especially in such an important matter.

How to take measurements correctly

Underbust measurement: take a measurement of the girth directly under the chest, placing the centimeter parallel to the floor. It is important to take a deep breath while doing this. This should be the smallest possible measurement. Round the resulting number as follows - you have 72.5 cm, write 70 cm. You 76 cm, write 75 cm. That is, choose lower digit multiple of 5.

Standing bust measurement (A): stand straight, put your hands down. Here it is better to use the help of a friend, sister or mother. Try to find the level at which the chest girth is maximum. Measurement is best done in a T-shirt or bra with soft cups, without tabs. This should be your "reference" bra, i.e. in it, the shape of the breast should satisfy you as much as possible.

Tilt chest measurement (B): After removing your bra, lean forward (back parallel to the floor) and measure your bust. It would be better if someone could help with this.

We take the average of measurements A and B. For example, A is 96 cm, and B is 104 cm. (96 + 104) / 2 = 100. The average value should be used to calculate the bust size. Enter it in the box below.

Sometimes when calculating the size of a bra, the size of the belt is professional brafitters reduce what is measured under the bust by 5 cm. And it is this value that is used to calculate the size using a calculator. Accordingly, the letter indicating the size of the bra cup changes upwards. For example, under the chest 70. On the chest - 84. It turns out 70B. And after reducing the belt to 65, the size 65D comes out (which usually surprises and pleases the client).

Benefits of this measurement:

• The belt will better hold the chest, because it should have the main load, and not on the straps, for example.
• The mammary glands will be guaranteed inside the cup, well framed. The shape is beautiful.
• Plus, the bra will last longer because the belt will stretch over time anyway. And if you first fasten on the last row, then over time, when it grows up, you just need to fasten on the adjacent rows.

We collected information from our clients who have undergone professional brafitting in various places, from our foreign suppliers and from American brafitting experts (in fact, they are the founders of this direction and remain the most advanced so far).

If we sum up the information that we received, then by the sum of points reduction by 5 cm is the most preferred option than, for example, 10 cm, as brafitters sometimes recommend. Sits better, and at the same time there is no discomfort.

Some customers who have had their belt 10 cm shorter by brafitters have complained about this approach, as on the one hand, they left after brafitting and it was very beautiful, but it felt like "well, okay, sort of." And a week later they went to the store and picked up a bra with a slightly larger belt, because. the belt, reduced by 10 cm, caused unpleasant, painful sensations, especially in clients with sensitive skin.

Of course, everything is individual. Of course, you need to consider different approaches, try.

We believe that a shift in the size of the belt by 5 cm is a very good option. In any case, it is definitely worth a try, while not forgetting to shift the size of the cup a couple of sizes up. Sometimes it is difficult to implement this in stores, because it is not easy to find a good size range so that there are cups 65F, 65G, 65H, etc. Still, these are rare sizes in ordinary stores. And sometimes 70F is a problem.

But lingerie store In lace, there is such an opportunity. We are expanding and deepening the size ranges more and more, so that the client buys what really fits well, and does not compromise on sizes, etc. For example, it is not a very correct option, if a woman has 70G, buy 75D or 75F - that is, go in the direction of increasing the belt, although these sizes are often called interchangeable in stores. You can try to go in the opposite direction. Replace 70 with 65, for example. But not 70 to 75!

Two magic signs: chest size in centimeters and cup size

The traditional scale is 1st size, 2nd size, and so on ... now, rather, an anachronism. Such one-dimensionality did not take into account the wide variety of options that domestic and foreign manufacturers have been offering their customers for several decades.

Breast size is determined by two parameters:

• girth under the bust (determines the size of the bra belt in centimeters), indicated by a number (from 65 to 125 - according to the European scale; from 30 to 54 - according to the English / American scale).
• the difference between the maximum chest girth at the protruding points and the girth under the bust - it is this difference that determines the size of the cup, i.e. its depth. It is designated by letters of the Latin alphabet: from A to ... O.

If this difference is about 11cm, then cup A
Difference between measurements 13 cm - cup B
15 cm - cup C
17 cm - cup D
19 cm - cup E
21 cm - F cup.

The modern bra size is a two-digit number and a letter (and sometimes two letters).

Everything is simple! It would seem… BUT!!!

Dimensional scales of different countries: let's try to figure it out

How to correctly designate the size of the female breast, manufacturers of underwear from different countries are still “arguing”. Disagreements apply to both underbust girth and cup volume.

Underbust circumference in different countries

In Russia, everything is simple. For example, size 75 means that the measurement under the bust is about 75 cm. If you buy an English or American bra, the Russian bust size will be indicated as 75, English / American - 34.

The full range can be seen on our size chart.

Most often, these 2 types of sizes are used. Russian is designated RU, and English - UK, American - US, European - EU (we mean European continental). But sometimes on French bras there is another type of size - FR.

It no longer makes practical sense to paint breast sizes by country, but we suggest looking at:

Let's repeat: Now the trend is such that the main size is the European continental size - EU (coinciding with the modern Russian size). And manufacturers are gradually switching to the European scale. The French scale is indicated as additional information for those who are used to navigating it.

Bra cup depth in different countries

As for the size of the cup, and here everything is quite simple up to size D, because. in all scales A, B, C, D are the same.

Then the most interesting begins. Most of the representatives of continental Europe, the size larger than D denotes - E, because. do not philosophize, but simply follow the English alphabet - A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, etc. But the British and Americans introduce the designation DD. European size F in English / American scale - E.

The full range can be seen on our size chart.

In Russia, as in the European scale, the sequence of the English alphabet is used - A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H.

Therefore, do not be surprised that next to RU - 75E you will see EU - 34E, UK - 34DD, US - 34DD, FR - 90E. It's the same size. It's just that in Russia this is the size 75E, in continental Europe 34E, and in England it is 34DD. And if in centimeters, then this describes a woman who has about 75 cm under her breasts, and about 94 cm across her chest.

Everything is complicated, but there is good news: EU continental size is becoming more and more popular, i.e. universal, it is increasingly indicated on the tags, and many manufacturers even completely switch to this universal scale. Brands that respect their customers still continue to label their products according to several size scales.

Now the most comprehensive labeling is given by Primadonna, Chantalle, Simon Perele. Fantasie and Freya, which previously had English as their main scale, as well as many other brands, have switched to the European continental scale since 2015. Primadonna, Le Mystere, Chantelle, Wonderbra, Felina, Felina Conturelle work in the European scale.

For manufacturers such as Shock Absorber, Panache, Curvy Kate, the main scale is still English, but the European EU size is always indicated next to the English UK.

For the convenience of the buyers of the V Kruzhakh store, we translate all sizes into a universal scale that coincides with the European one. You can see a large table of correspondence of breast size in cm to different size scales in ours.

Is the size correct? How to find out?

According to many studies, about 80% of women wear a bra that does not fit them and, accordingly, “sits” incorrectly. How to check it if you haven't found it yet "your model":

1. The length of the "belt" of the bra. The "belt" under the bust provides the main support. It should not be too tight or too loose - it should not be pulled up. When buying, it should be fastened on the extreme hook (farther from the middle), because. after a while, the “belt” will stretch and have to be fastened on the next hook.
2. The central part of the bra in front, between the cups, should be adjacent to the center of the chest. Don't bulge.
3. Shoulder straps should neither fall over the shoulders nor leave traces of redness on the skin.
4. The size and shape of the cups. The chest should not rise above the bra, fall out of the cups, but it should not “get lost”, “drown”, that is, the cups should not be too loose. The chest and cup should form a straight line together.
5. Bones should not "lie" on the mammary glands. They should neatly frame them.

Issues to watch out for:

Problem 1: The “belt” of the bra on the back is pulled up.
Solution- "belt" is too big, take a smaller girth under the bust by 1 size.

Problem 2: Problem - the "belt" is too tight, leaving traces of pressure on the skin.
Solution- you need a bra with underbust circumference one size larger.

Problem 3: Breasts seem to “fall out” of the bra from the top or sides.
Solution- you need cups one size larger.

Problem 4: The "bones" do not adhere to the chest.
Solution- you need cups one size larger.

Issue 5: Gaps on the cups or, in the case of a molded cup, voids in the cups.
Solution- you need cups one size smaller.

Problem 6: Straps dig into the skin.
Solution- you need a smaller size for the girth under the bust.

And don't forget about adjacent ones, i.e. parallel bra sizes! A common mistake is trying to increase the girth, and not the depth of the cups in the first place. For example, you are trying on 75B and it is tight. It is a mistake to take 80V, you need to try 75C. Do not increase the size of the "belt" until you can fit 2 fingers under it. Always start with the cup size.

What is parallel or adjacent bra size,
and how it can be useful

Parallel sizes of bras are also called adjacent or adjacent. At first glance, it may seem: tight in girth - take a number more, chest tight in the cup - the next letter of the alphabet. This doesn't always turn out to be a good solution. The fact is that bras in adjacent rows as a whole may be closer in size than direct neighbors in cup and girth.

Let's look at an example: a woman always bought 80C. Trying on a bra in this size and feeling that the “belt” under the bust is tight. This means that she should try 85V. If, on the contrary, the "belt" is too loose, then she needs to choose 75D.

It is these triples that you need to focus on when you choose several options for trying on.

Everything you wanted to know about the size of the female breast
in questions and answers

Sales consultants of our online store share their experience - professionals who know almost everything about the sizes of lingerie.

1. There are often complex markings on bra tags, what size should I focus on?

- Already, the European continental - EU - is considered the main size. And gradually manufacturers of bras are switching to the European breast size scale. Even if there is no EU size on the tag, any lingerie seller will easily determine what you need and will be able to convert to any other size.

2. What is the largest breast size for women?

- Without trying to take laurels from the Guinness Book of Records and from the list of the most-most ..., let's share our own experience. The store "V Kruzhakh" works with a number of manufacturers specializing in lingerie for large breasts. Their products have a very wide range of sizes. For example, Primadonna offers models ranging from 65C to 110J, although we have seen the letters L, M, N, O from other brands.

The largest size sold from the warehouse of the V Laces store is 105L. By the way, the buyer was very pleased. After all, a high-quality and beautiful bra of this size is available - from the category of fairy tales. The product is rare, not every store decides to include it in its assortment.

3. What should I do if a large bust size causes inconvenience?

- Of course, choose high-quality underwear that provides good support. A good solution for someone will be a V-shaped "back". In addition, you need to pay attention to the cut of the cup and especially to the width and elasticity of the straps - after all, the distribution of weight pressing on the shoulders depends on this. Bra straps for large breasts should not stretch - a minimum of elasticity.

To choose the right bra size,
follow the link in the table: