How to measure your bra size: Finding the perfect fit
From common questions to styling tips and tricks, find your perfect fit with our bra fit guide.
How to fit your bra
Underband
The band should sit horizontal across your back and feel snug but comfortable. You should be able to fit two fingers easily under the band.
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CUP FIT
Ensure the centre front of the bra sits flat against your chest. The wire should not sit on the soft part of the breast. The cups should be completely filled with no excess fabric. There should not be any over spilling or bulging at neckline or at the underarm.
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STRAP FIT
Adjust the straps so you can comfortably fit two fingers between the strap and your shoulder. They should not slide off your shoulders or dig into your shoulders.
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How to measure
To choose the correct size for you, measure your body as follows.
1. Bust
Measure around the fullest part of bust, with tape level at the back.
2. Waist
Measure around the natural waist with tape measure taut.
3. Hips
Measure around the fullest part of hip, usually 20cm down from waist.
4. Overbust
Measure around the fullest point of the bust.
5. Underbust
Measure around the rib cage, directly under the bust. If you measure in between the underbust measurements, then round up to the next size.
6. Height
With bare feet together measure from the top of the head to the floor.
Common questions
1. Why does my bust come out the bottom of my bra?
> To ensure your boobs do not come out the bottom of your bra, the centre front of the bra should sit flat against your chest. The wire should not sit on the soft part of the breast. The cups should be completely filled with no excess fabric. There should not be any spilling or bulging at neckline or at the underarm.
2. Why do my bra straps fall down?
> Adjust the straps so you can comfortably fit two fingers between the strap and your shoulders. They should not slide off your shoulders.
3. Why is there a gap between my boob and the cup?
> To ensure your boobs do not come out the bottom of your bra, the centre front of the bra should sit flat against your chest. The wire should not sit on the soft part of the breast. The cups should be completely filled with no excess fabric. There should not be any spilling or bulging at neckline or at the underarm.
4. The band of my bra is digging in and leaving a mark?
> Your bra should not dig in or leave a mark. The band should sit horizontal across your back and feel snug but comfortable. You should be able to fit two fingers easily under the band.
5. Why do my bra straps dig into my shoulders?
> Adjust the straps so you can comfortably fit two fingers between the strap and your shoulders. They should not dig into your shoulders.
Bra size guide: helpful hacks for finding your fit
Check the cup fit
Bend over when trying your bra on, and secure the hooks before you stand up straight - this way, you settle into the cups properly.
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