Measure directly under your bust (1).
	Then measure the fullest part of your bust (2).
	To find your size cross-reference these two measurements on the Bra size chart.
This is a guide only, please visit your nearest store to be measured accurately by a qualified bra advisor.

Are You Wearing The Right Bra Size?

Figuring out your Bra

If you are about to buy your first bra, it’s best to go to a department store that has a special department that sells bras and underwear. This department is usually called the “lingerie department.” Ask to be fitted by a “lingerie specialist” (a professional who has special training in fitting bras). There is no charge for this service and having it done by a professional will make sure that your bra fits correctly. You will still need to try on different styles in the size that’s right for you because not all bras fit the same way. By doing this, you will find the bra that feels the best and also looks the best under your clothes.

If you decide you would feel more comfortable figuring out your
bra size at home, the following information will guide you through
the steps of measuring yourself.

Chest Size:

Place a cloth measuring tape under your breasts. Wrap
the tape around your chest so the tape measure meets the beginning
part of the tape. When you have the measurement number, add 5 inches.

If your measurement ends up to be an ODD number, you will need
to go up to the next EVEN number to figure out your size.

Cup Size:

Next, you will measure around your chest at the largest
or fullest part of your breasts, called your “bustline.” You
need to measure with your arms straight down, so ask someone you
feel comfortable with to help you (like your mom, sister, or friend).

Your Bustline Measurement will be higher than your chest (“under
the breast”) measurement. Your Cup Size is the
difference between your Chest Size and your Bustline
Measurement. size.

It is estimated that 70 to 80% of women wear the wrong sized bra. The wrong sized bra can cause many problems such as back pain, breast pain, arm pain, rashes, and headaches. Here are some signs that you aren’t wearing the right size bra:

• Bra puckering: A wrinkled cup is a sure sign that your bra is a bit too big , you need to try a smaller size bra cup.
• Breast spillage: A properly sized bra should cover the entire breast and no breast tissue should be spilling or budging out. If you are overflowing you bra, try a larger cup size. For a more minor adjustment, try a larger band size. Plus-size women may want to look for a bra manufacturer specific to their needs (eg Lane Bryant or Just My Size).
• Bra riding up: If your bra band rides up, try a tighter hook or loosen the straps. You can also try reducing your band size but remember that when you go down a band size you may need to go up a cup size to compensate.
• Bra digging into shoulder: Especially for women with larger breasts, bra straps can be a true pain. First look for a bra with padded straps that will better distribute the weight of your breasts. It could also be that your band size is a little too big forcing the straps to carry too much weight. Most of your support should come from the band of the bra. Final ly, you may just simply need to loosen your straps and let the band do its work.
• Underwire poking: If you find that your underwire is poking you, it’s often the case that you are wearing too small a bra size. Your breasts are pushing back and forcing the wire to dig into you. Try a bigger size and you should find that the wire lays flat against you. The simplest answer may be to not wear an underwire at all.

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Why is a properly fitted bra so important?
The breast is not a muscle, it is delicate glandular tissue. Whether large or small, it needs to be properly supported, especially as we age. A proper fitting bra can help reduce back pain and headaches for the large-breasted woman and can improve posture, overall appearance and enhance self-esteem for all women. The right undergarment plays an important part in how your clothes fit and look on your body.