Sizing Chart
Small fits dress size 0-4, bra band size 32, waist 24"--26", hip 34"-37"
Medium fits dress size 4-8, bra band size 34, waist 26"--28", hip 37"-39"
Large fits dress size 8-12, bra band size 36, waist 28"--32", hip 39"-42"
XLarge fits dress size 12-16, bra band size 38, waist 32"--36", hip 42-45"
2X and 3X fit sizes 16-20, bra band size 40”-42”, waist 36”-42” hip 45”-51”
One Size merchandise fits dress sizes 0-10
One Size Queen Fits dress size 12-18 and fits sizes 1X and 2X
Where should you measure?
When measuring your chest to find the best band size, make sure the measuring tape is secured low and snug on the back. Most women secure their bra band too high on their backs, causing the band to ride up and the cup to fall forward. Also, make sure to lift the breast tissue up when measuring—this way the tape is snug on the rib cage.
If your bra band lies across your shoulder blades, you've got it all wrong. The band should fit around the smallest part of your back.
What should big-busted women watch out for?
Finding the right size isn't as simple for women with a bountiful bust. We suggest that big-busted women lift their arms up after securing the bra band to make sure they are not dropping out of the bottom of the cup. If you have spillage, then your cup size is too small!
What's the deal with underwire?
Wire circumference is crucial. Your underwire should surround and support your breast—not poke into it! If the wire pulls away from the body in the center, then the cup size is too small.
To test your underwire, you should sit down when trying on a bra. That's a great way to make sure your bra isn't pulling away from your body. The cups should be secure against the breasts with the center of the underwire flush against the cleavage area.
Are you in cup denial?
Ladies, admit it: you're probably in cup denial. Most women don't like to accept their true size. But, remember, your bra size is like your shoe size…if the shoe fits, nobody else needs to know the size!
You'll feel more comfortable and attractive in the correct cup size, whether it's an A or E. Like a new shoe, a new bra should also be a little snug at first. As the Lycra relaxes, your bra will become looser on the body.
What bras should petite women wear?
Women with a petite figure and a smaller bust should look for bras with defined cups. Although petites may not need heavy-duty support, a structured cup helps accentuate the body's silhouette under clothing.
How does weight affect your bra's fit?
If your weight goes up or down by as little as five pounds, it's time to refit your bra. When your clothing size changes, so does your cup size!
What types of bras should you buy?
You may have a favorite bra…but you shouldn't wear the same bra when you go out and when you work out! As a bra expert, we say one bra style will not work for all fashions and functions.
You may not need a strapless bra, a sports bra and a bustier, but you should think about your lifestyle and wardrobe needs before buying a bra.
How to find your bra size
A bra size is made up of two measurement components: band size (i.e. 34, 36, 38) and cup size (i.e. A, B, C).
Measuring Your Band Size
1. Holding the measuring tape gently but firmly, measure around your bra directly under your bust after expelling all air from your lungs - you want this measurement to be as small as possible. Look in a mirror to assure the tape is parallel to the floor. The position of your tape measure is critical here. If you have the tape too high, your measurement will be too large, and if the tape is too low the measurement will be too small.
2. When you take these measurements, round to the closest whole inch, either up or down. For example, if your measurement is 29 3/8", round to 29". If your measurement is 29 1/2" or more, round to 30".
3. Bras come in even band sizes. If the rounded measurement you come up with is an even number, add 4 inches. If the rounded measurement you come up with is an odd number, add 5 inches.
4. The result is your band size. Example: 33" + 5" = 38" band size
Another method for finding your band size is to measure around your body, straight across your back and chest directly above the bust at underarm level. Again, expel all your air, and keep your arms at your side. High-busted women and women with implants will have trouble keeping the tape measure parallel to the floor; do your best. If this measurement is an odd number, add one inch and the result will be your band size.
Measuring Your Cup Size
1. Standing straight, with your arms at your side, measure around your body at the fullest part of your bust (while wearing a bra with your bust apex being midway between your elbow and your shoulder).
2. Wrap the measuring tape around you so that it is just touching, but not binding. If one of your breasts is significantly larger, put some type of padding in the cup of the smaller breast to make it even with the larger breast before taking your measurement.
3. Round up or down to the nearest inch as you did to find your band size.
4. Now, subtract your band size measurement from this second measurement. The difference is your cup size.? Example: 38" - 34" (band size) = 4" = D cup size. The chart below shows you how to determine cup size.
Difference |
Standard Cup Size |
0"-1/2" (1.3 cm) |
AA |
1/2"- 1" (2.6 cm) |
A |
2" (5.1 cm) |
B |
3" (7.6 cm) |
C |
4" (10.2 cm) |
D |
5" (12.7 cm) |
DD or E |
6" (15.2 cm) |
DDD or F |
7" (17.8 cm) |
G |
8" (20.3 cm) |
H |
9" (22.9 cm) |
I |
10" (25.4 cm) |
J |
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