Does Your Bra Fit? Find The Right Size For Your Body
Author: John Barnes
Unless you know your proper bra size, you could be wearing the wrong
undergarment. This can be more than just a mild discomfort: bras
that are too tight or loose can lead to serious injuries to your
neck and back. They can also cause numbness in your hands and
fingers. Trying to work with the wrong bra will only leave you in
physical pain. When you find a bra that fits correctly, you’ll feel
– and look – better.
All the letters and numbers on bras might seem confusing. What’s the
difference between A and AA? Are DD and E the same bra, but with
different letters? The process is actually easy once you understand
what the numbers mean. Fortunately, there’s a fast and simple way to
decipher the “code” of the bra industry. Grab a cloth measuring tape
– usually the type that a seamstress or tailor will use – and start
measuring.
Step One:
Wrap the tape around the area just beneath your breasts. You should
pull the tape so that it is snug, but not too tight. Now, subtract
five from your measurement. This number is your band size; remember
that for later.
Step Two:
Move the tape upward so that it covers the fullest part of your
bust. Make sure that the tape is a little loose around your body.
Check out your measurement. If you get an odd number, round up. Now,
subtract from your band size number.
Step Three:
Now you have your cup size. Your number corresponds to the bra
industry’s sizes like this:
AA = less than one inch
A = one inch
B = two inches
C = three inches
D = four inches
E (or DD) = five inches
F (or DDD) = six inches
Now that you’re confident that you have the right bra size, head to
your favorite lingerie store and start browsing. You’ve eliminated
one of the biggest problems that women face when purchasing these
undergarments, so go shop with confidence.
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