Finding the Right Bra Size

Finding the Right Bra Size

Did you know that almost 80% of women wear the wrong bra size?  Here is a guide on finding the right fitting bra for you.

1.     Band Size - Measure under your arms, high on your back, across the top of your chest. If this measurement is an even number, this is your band size. If an odd number, add 1" to determine your band size.

2.     Cup Size - Measure loosely around the fullest part of your bust. Then subtract your band measurement from your bust measurement. Each inch represents a cup size. Check out the chart below.

DIFFERENCE (Band Minus Bust Measurement)	US CUP SIZE
Less than 1"	AA
1"	A
2"	B
3"	C
4"	D
5"	DD
6"	DDD (3D)
7"	DDDD (4D)
8"	DDDDD (5D)
9"	DDDDDD (6D)
10"	J
11"	K
12"	L

Once you find your correct size remember that it won't always be that way. Weight loss and gain, menopause and pregnancy will all contribute to breast size change. Every time you need a new bra, measure yourself again to make sure that you are always getting the correct size. 

How do you know that you are wearing the right sized bra for you? Here are a few things to look for:

• The centre part of the bra should lie flat against your chest
  
• The cups should be nice and smooth with no wrinkles
  
• No part of the breast should be spilling out of the cup
  
• You should be able to put two fingers comfortably between the band and your skin
  
• The shoulder straps should not be digging into you
  

and most importantly 

• You should look and feel great
  

Make sure to replace your bras often. Continual washing and wearing will cause the fabric to stretch and lose its shape. Bras will only last for six months so make sure you have several different ones that you can rotate. Avon sells name brand bras like Bali and Playtex. Check out the table of contents in the front of the latest brochure and look for the FASHION section. 

Did you know that the first bra was invented in 1913 by Caresse Crosby? She sewed two hankerchiefs together with ribbon straps. We've come a long way, baby!