Tina Small-84-22-34your best-fitting bra, take out a tape measure, then:
» measure under your arms, high on your back, around the
top of your chest.
» if you come up with an even number, that’s your band size;
» if it’s an odd number, add 1 inch to determine your band size.
step 2: bust size
Keep your bra on and:
» measure around the fullest part of your bust. Typically, this is
around the back and across the nipple line.
» subtract the first measurement, your band measurement,
from this number.Adult Film stars-add 35 inches-extra unreal cup sizes like XXX or ZZZ.Get adult magazines like Score or Juggs to print your unreal measurements.Go on local radio shows and have the two ignorant disco jockeys go on and on about your 153XXX bust-saying that dosen't do a thing for them.Get Guinness of World Records to report,now like 17 other women,you have the biggest bust on earth.Then hope the internet-so called ligitamate so called tabloid news sites report these false facts to help promote your adult film career.Make lots of cash-get the string implants taken out and then marry your ugly short dicked,balding manager.
step 3: cup size
» To determine your cup size, subtract your bust size
from your band size.
» A one-inch difference is an “A” cup, two is a “B”,
three is a “C”, 4 =D, 5=DD, 6=DDD, 7=DDDD 8=FF and 9=G.
adult film star stripper cup size-adult film stars/strippers
inches M INCHES MM INCHES N INCHES O
INCHES P INCHES Q INCHES R INCHES S INCHES T INCHES U INCHES V INCHES W INCHES X INCHES XX INCHES XXX INCHES Y INCHES YY INCHES YYY INCHES Z INCHES ZZ INCHES ZZZ
tips for a better fit
» Adjust the straps so they are comfortable and firm but not too tight. Wrinkles in the cup mean the cups are too big.
» If the bra rides up in back, try loosening the straps or set the hook tighter.
If neither works, you may need a smaller bra size.
» The middle of your bra should lie flat against the chest.
Cups should be full without spilling over the tops or sides of the cups.
care tips
» Always hand-wash your bras after each wearing.
» Soak in tepid water with a little baby shampoo.
» Do not wring – squeeze the moisture out.
» Hang or lay flat on a towel to dry
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Wrong bra 'could damage breasts'
Jul 23, 2008
Women could be damaging their breasts without realising it by wearing the wrong type of bra, researchers have said.
The breast biomechanics research team at the University of Portsmouth said that ignorance or embarrassment could be leading women to choose the wrong type of support.
The researchers from the Hampshire university's Department of Sports Science said that wearing the wrong type of bra could lead to fragile ligaments becoming irreparably stretched.
The research team has tested about 50 bra designs on hundreds of women during the past three years under the leadership of Dr Joanna Scurr. Her research has shown that breasts move up to 21cm (8.26 inches) during exercise and they move up and down, in and out and from side to side. Most bras are designed to limit just vertical movement.
Wendy Hedger, a researcher on Dr Scurr's team, said: "Many women have strong preferences for certain styles of bra and won't buy anything else. They won't even look at anything that doesn't look like the sort of bra they are used to wearing.
"In sports bras, for example, many women won't buy a bra that resembles their everyday bra and does up at the back - they think if it can't be pulled over their heads like a crop top, then it's not a real sports bra.
"But this is not true and many sports bras do up at the back in the same way as a traditional bra and do a very good job of supporting women. And some women cause breast pain or discomfort by not buying the right-sized bra.
"There's a social stigma about certain sizes. Many women don't want to be seen as too small or too big and buy a bra that doesn't fit well in order to be what they consider to be a normal size.
"Many other women are unaware that they are wearing a badly-fitting bra or unknowingly wear the wrong bra size because they are routinely being sold ill-fitting bras.
"Some women forget that their shape and size change and they might have to go through several changes in bra size over their lifetime, especially after breastfeeding and the menopause."
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Sports bra's can bring relief
Friday July 25,2008
By Charlotte Phillips Women could be damaging their breasts simply because they are wearing the wrong bra size.
Many are living in discomfort unaware that poor support is the cause of their pain. Especially,if they have gigantic breast like Minka,Chelsea Charms,Tina Small,Milena Velba,Chesty Morgan,
Research published yesterday comes just months after it was found that women seeking breast reduction surgery could avoid going under the knife by investing in the correct bra.
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A Note on Bra Cup Sizes
There are enormous differences in cup size notation between manufacturers. This is especially true in sizes above D in the US, UK, AUS and NZ. In general, sizes between AA and DD are fairly standard but once we get above this there is little or no coherence. Some manufacturers use size DD but then continue with E, F, G, H, I, J, etc. Others use DDD to represent an E and some go on to use E, EE, F, FF, G, GG, H, HH, etc. This can make purchasing a large-cup bra difficult.
European manufacturers tend to use a standard AA, A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, ... scale thus avoiding the DD, DDD, EE confusion.
In the interests of providing a standard scale, 85b.org has adopted a simple cup-size scale based on what is believed to be closest to a standard. For Imperial measurements (inches) cup sizes are expressed as AA, A, B, C, D, DD, E, F, G, H, I, J and K. You may need to check the corresponding size with the particular makers standards.
It is clearly necessary for larger cup sizes to consult with the manufacturer and / or supplier to ensure the correct size.
A Note on International Bra Sizing Differences
Apart from the differences in cup size notation, there is another major possible difference in international bra sizes: US standard cup sizes tend to be calculated on half-inch boundaries whereas UK manufacurers tend to use one inch boundaries. For an explanation of this, please refer to the following table which shows a snapshot of UK and US bra cup sizes (A cup, B cup and C cup).
Cup Size US UK
A 0.6" - 1.5" 0.1" - 1.0"
B 1.6" - 2.5" 1.1" - 2.0"
C 2.6" - 3.5" 2.1" - 3.0"
nb: measurements are expressed (in inches) as bust size minus adjusted band size
(see Bra Size Measurement)
It can be seen clearly from this that, if your measurements show a band / bust size difference of 1.5", your US cup size is A and your UK cup size is B. If your band / bust size difference is 2", your US and UK cup sizes are both B.
This may not always be the case. Some manufacturers in the USA may determine their cup sizes on inch boundaries.
International variance and equivelent sizes
It is common for manufacturers of any country to attach size labels to their garments which quote their equivelent sizes in a number of different countries. Unfortunately, these are often inacurate. An example may help explain the problem. A bra made in Europe which corresponds to the european size 75B, for instance, will most probably be labelled as 34B (USA) and 34B (UK) and, as the method of calculation for cup size differ in these countries, it is possible that the physical size of the cup may differ also. In some cases the band size may also differ.
In order to counteract this effect, the 85B Bra Size calculator calculates the results for each national standard seperately using the correct method for each.
Try entering these measurements in their respective fields of the 85B Bra Size calculator:
Band Size : 30
Bust Size : 36
Above Bust: 34
When you click on Calculate you may be surprised to see that, in this particular instance, the US and UK sizes are shown as 34B but the European size is 75C and not, as you may have expected, 75B. So what did the calculator do? It converted the inch measurements to centimeters and then calculated the European size according to standard EN 13402. At the same time it calculated the US size using the standard US method and the UK size with the method used in the UK.
European clothes sizes follow the European Standard EN 13402. The 85B Bra Size calculator adheres to this standard.
A General Note
In general, it is always a good idea to have your bra size measured by a professional bra fitter and to try a bra on before purchasing and this is especially true for plus size bras. In this case, the results from our bra size calculator and converter should serve as a guide and a good starting point before actually trying and buying.
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How to measure for a bra
Note:
Based on e-mails that I receive, the following instructions do not apply to everyone. These steps are basically the typical measurement method listed everywhere I have seen for measuring for a bra. As noted below, proper sizing can vary for different body sizes, heights, and weights. If you know of alternate instructions which might work better, please let me know.
An estimated 70% of women do not know their proper bra measurements. Without knowing these measurements, it can be very difficult to buy fashionable and well fitting clothes. Many women's clothing items use bra or cup size measurements to distinguish differences in fit, so these measurements can be extremely important. This section will arm you with the knowledge you need for these crucial measurements.
Additionally, a woman's breasts change significantly over time, particularly during and after pregnancy. Weight loss, gain and monthly cycle variations can also have an effect on the fit of your bra. It is advised that you check your bra size once or twice a year or as necessary due to significant weight changes.
This gives rise to all sorts of speculation with adalt film stars with large bustlines.
Before you begin:
Try to get someone to take the measurements for you - your posture will be more relaxed and natural. The measurements should be more accurate.
Stand up straight and breathe normally
Don't measure over the top of clothing
Wear the bra you feel most comfortable in
Use a cloth tape measure if possible. Note: Older flexible tape measures can sometimes stretch and distort over time.
Traditional measurement method:
Determining your Bra/Band size
(ribcage circumference measurement)
1. Measure around the chest directly under the breast at a constant height with the cloth measuring tape. Add 5 inches to that measurement. This dimension is your bra/band size (If the bra size works out to an ODD number go up one inch to the next EVEN number.) This should equal the circumference around the chest, directly above the breasts/under the arms.
2. Now measure around the chest at the height of the fullest part of the breast. The measuring tape should be held horizontal, flat on your back, and your arms should be down. Make a note of that measurement (only used for comparison) and compare it to the Bra Size from step 1.
Determining your Cup size
(projection of breasts from chest wall)
3. To determine the proper Cup Size, find the difference between step 2 and step 1 (step 2 - step 1.) Use the chart below to determine your Cup Size.
Chart to Determine
Bra Cup Size
Example:
Difference Cup Size Step 1: Underbust measurement is 37". Add 5 inches. Bra Size is 42.
Step 2: Full bust measurement is 45".
Step 3: 45 - 42 = 3" difference. Cup size is C.
Result: Buy a 42C bra.
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Half inch
One inch
Two inches
Three inches
Four inches
Five inches
Six inches
Seven inches AA cup
A cup
B cup
C cup
D cup
DD or E cup
F cup
G cup
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1 inch ~= 2.5 centimeters
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The usual bra measuring system may not work:
Some people have written to me suggesting that the previous measurement scheme does not work at ALL for them. Why? The previous measurement guide is an approximation. Each person is unique, and all busts differ in volume, shape and spacing, just as each person's unique body size, height, and weight can affect a bra's fit; a tape measure and simple formula may not always tell the whole story. Plus, even if the measurements ARE accurate, there are no real "standards" for bra sizing, so differences between manufacturers is common.
An alternate bra measuring scheme: (from Tanya Brown at Tanya Brown's Breast Prosthesis Emporium)
Determining your Bra/Band Size: (ribcage circumference measurement)
Measure around the chest directly under the breast.
Measure around the chest, directly above the breasts/under the arms.
If the difference between the two measurements is two inches or less, use the Step 1 measurement. If the difference is over two inches, you may want to try one bra/band size larger for comfort. This will be your bra/band size.
If the under-breast measurement is an odd number, add one to reach the next even numbered bra band size.
Now measure around the chest at the height of the fullest part of the breast. The measuring tape should be held horizontal, and your arms should be down. Make a note of that measurement (only used for comparison.)
Determining your Cup Size: (projection of breasts from chest wall)
To determine the proper Cup Size, find the difference between step 5 and your bra band size. Use the chart above to determine your Cup Size.
Notes:
The previous measurement instructions are most applicable if you are taking bra measurement with an existing set of breasts.
If you have only one breast due possibly to surgery, or have an uneven breast cup sizes, you should probably equalize the cups (with some form of padding) to the existing or largest breast when measuring to maintain measurement symmetry.
If you do not have breasts due to whatever the reason, you will take the bra band measurements listed above, but you can pretty much be whatever cup size you wish, depending on what your plans are. Remember that choosing a cup size proportional to your body frame will look the most "natural."
Suggestions on choosing a cup size (from Tanya Brown at Tanya Brown's Breast Prosthesis Emporium):
Bra band sizes 32-28:
"Slender" build: A cup
"Average" build: B cup
"Heavier" build: C cup
Bra band sizes 40-42:
"Average" build: B cup
"Heavier" build: C-D cup
Bra band sizes 44-46:
"Average" build: C cup
"Heavier" build: D-DD cup
If you are in between sizes or you are having difficulty finding a good fit, when you go up a cup size, you should go down a band size. If you go down a cup size, you should go up a band size (ex: if you have a 36C and it is not fitting quite properly, you would probably want to try a 38B or a 34D next.)
When sizes are DD and above, great care must be taken to be properly fitted. Some bra manufacturers make their Bra Size slightly large. (e.g. a bra marked 38 will probably fit a 40 woman.)
For sizes above D, cup sizing is not well defined. It can keep increasing by an inch for each successive letter, or it can repeat letters for new cup sizes above D. So, a DD cup is the same as an E cup. A DDD=EE=F cup, a DDDD=EEE=FF=G cup and so on.
Long line and 3/4 bras should only be considered if their length is LESS than the distance from the under-bust to the natural waist line.
If either of the bra sizes given here is very different than what you are currently wearing, go with your current size.
When ordering a mail order garment where a proper fit is important, make sure that the return policy of the company is well understood.
If you are taking these measurements without wearing a breast form on for only a single prosthesis, determining the bra cup size can be more difficult. Some experimentation may be necessary.
If you are taking these measurements for two prostheses, you can simply take the bra size measurement (Step 1) and then choose the cup size that is right for you.
These are guidelines only. Proper sizing may vary for different body sizes, heights, and weights.
When sizes are DD and above, great care must be taken to be properly fitted. Some bra manufacturers make their Bra Size slightly large. (e.g. a bra marked 38 will probably fit a 40 woman.)
Someone sent me mail asking about how to properly measure for a bra when the breasts have sagged significantly due to gravity. The truth is, I'm not sure because you probably then need to be wearing a bra to get a proper measurement. Catch-22.
I would suggest that seeing a bra fitter in this case would probably be best.
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Does breast size really matter? It’s a debate I have had with my girlfriends for years. The grass is often greener on the other side, and so women continually exchange reasons why it is enviable to have either larger or smaller breasts. But are there any significant medical differences between having large or small breasts?
First, it’s important to understand a little anatomy of the breast. Breast size is dictated more by the amount of fatty and fibrous tissue than the amount of milk-producing glands. This is important when thinking about size and its relationship to breast-milk production and risk of breast cancer.
Generally speaking, size does not make a difference for important biological functions and conditions. Below are some common medical myths about breast size.
Breast size does not influence how much breast milk you can or will produce
Because breast size depends more on the amount of supporting fibrous and fatty tissue than the amount of milk glands, women with larger breasts do not necessarily produce more breast milk. Breast-milk production is stimulated hormonally and increases with demand. Increasing the frequency of breast-feeding sessions with a baby increases the milk supply. Supply meets demand in most cases. While many factors can affect breast-milk production – fatigue, stress and depression – do not add worry about your breast size to the stresses of motherhood.
If you are thinking about breast-feeding, don’t discount your ability to breast-feed or give up without talking to a lactation consultant or your pediatrician. There are many ways to try to increase your milk supply, and difficulties occur for many women regardless of size.
Breast size does not influence breast-cancer rates or prognosis
Researchers have found that breast size does not affect your risk of breast cancer. In addition, breast size does not affect your treatment outlook. The most common type of breast cancer comes from the cells lining the ducts of the milk-producing glands. Since women with larger breasts do not necessarily have more gland tissue, it makes sense that women with larger breasts do not have a higher risk of cancer. If you are worried about your ability to detect and treat breast cancer if you have larger breasts, remember that the studies do not validate your concerns. You are only more likely to miss cancer if you don’t go looking for it with routine screening tests or if you ignore your intuition about a new lump or asymmetry.
The only caveat here is that obesity has been found to increase the risk of breast cancer. Overweight women can have larger breasts, but based on studies mentioned above, it appears that obesity is the factor more than breast size. Greater amounts of fat tissue increase the estrogen level, which is probably the cause of increased cancer risk associated with obesity.
Breast size does not affect the amount of pain you will have during a mammogram
In one study surveying women about their pain, larger breast size did not make a mammogram more painful. Don’t let your fears about pain prevent you from getting appropriate breast-cancer screening.
Physical and emotional discomfort are real
Getting past the myths, breast size can affect a woman’s daily physical well-being. For instance, many women with larger breasts experience physical discomfort, such as significant neck, shoulder or back pain and headaches. For some of these women, a better-fitting bra may be a simple solution. In addition, losing weight to decrease breast fat will probably help. Despite these efforts, some women find a reduction mammoplasty - surgery to reduce breast size - necessary to relieve pain and discomfort.
No doubt, breast size has a strong impact on a woman’s mental well-being as well. After all, it's impossible to ignore the emphasis our culture places on breast size. From puberty to adulthood, a woman faces idealized norms and contemplates her potential to measure up. Biases exist against women with large breasts as well as small breasts. A girl or woman with larger breasts may deal with assumptions about her sexuality. A girl or woman with smaller breasts may feel inadequate. Recognizing that these external and internal pressures exist, we must encourage girls and women to become comfortable with their own bodies and dispel the myths.
The bottom line for all women is that you shouldn’t expect more or less from your body because of your breast size. In particular, your ability to breast-feed and your risk of breast cancer, two of the most important health concerns, are unrelated to size.
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Each year thousands of big-breasted women seek medical help to reduce their size.And many of them are exstremely stupid bitches.Guys love big breast.Thats like a guy with a big one,wanting to go smaller-take it from a big,well hung guy myself-we will want a bigger one-not smaller.You get alot of no nothing experts on the web-shooting off their ignorant mouths on subjects they know nothing about on countless message boards.
Doc Thompson
They won’t even look at anything that doesn’t look like the sort of bra they are used to wearing
Researcher Wendy Hedger
However many are shocked to be told that most of their symptoms, including backache and discomfort, could be prevented with the right fitting.
The Royal Free Hospital in London, which runs a clinic to advise women before they decide to undergo surgery, held a mass fitting for 250 women and found that every one was wearing the wrong size.
Now the medical consequences of wearing the wrong bra size have been backed by a breast bio-mechanics research team from the University of Portsmouth’s Department of Sports Science.
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They say it could lead to fragile ligaments in the breasts becoming irreparably stretched.
Hundreds of women tested 50 bra designs over three years. Dr Joanna Scurr’s research showed that breasts move up to 8.26 inches during exercise.
While most bras are designed to limit vertical movement, many of them do not allow for breasts to move in and out and from side to side.
However, women are reluctant to change their bra purely because they “have strong preferences for certain styles of bra,” says researcher Wendy Hedger. She added: “They won’t even look at anything that doesn’t look like the sort of bra they are used to wearing.”
The research found breast pain is often caused by not buying the right size bra, often because of a social stigma and the expectations of others. Wearing a sports bra could bring some relief, particularly during exercise, but she said there was a misconception that they must be pulled over the head like a crop top.
According to Ms Hedger, if women see a sports bra resembling an everyday bra with a clasp “they think it’s not a real sports bra”. But she insisted that sports bras with clasps at the back can often be highly supportive and should not be dismissed.
According to the research, many women are sensitive about their breast size, and do not want them to appear too big or too small. They would rather buy an ill-fitting bra deemed a “normal” size than buy what fits them correctly, according to the research.
And some are unaware they are wearing the wrong size because they are often assured by shop staff that it is correct.
The shape and size of breasts change over time at different stages, such as after breast feeding or the menopause, which must be taken into account when buying bras.
Brassiere measurements
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Main article: Brassiere
Brassiere sizes are commonly labeled by manufacturers with a code consisting of a number and one or more Latin capital letters, the number referring to the circumference of the ribcage, and the letter referring to the relative volume of the breasts. Several different systems are used worldwide to define these labels, based on either inch or centimetre body measurements.
Contents [hide]
1 Modern sizing
1.1 Variations
2 New European system
3 Older European systems
4 Table
5 Sizing issues
6 See also
7 References
8 External links
[edit] Modern sizing
Sizing varies considerably between garments produced by different manufacturers; even professional bra fitters often produce inconsistent results. There is currently no commonly agreed formal standard that defines an inch-based bra-size system. Due to these uncertainties in labeling, customers should always verify whether the garment fits well, rather than rely entirely on the labeled bra size. The method described below attempts to approximate current practice in the United States and United Kingdom.[1]. All measurements are in inches.
First measure tightly around the torso, directly underneath the breasts. This is the frame size, or underband. Round this to the nearest even number to calculate the band size. (Many bra fitting guides say to add four or five inches to the underbust measurement, but this is not correct. The old method was devised in the 1930s when bra design was in its infancy and does not work with modern bras.)
Next measure loosely around the chest including the fullest part of the breasts, while standing straight with arms to the side. This is the bust size or overbust.
The cup size is then the difference between the bust size and the band size, converted into a letter using the following table:
Difference between bust size
and underbust size (inches)
Cup size
(UK and Australia) Cup size
(rest of Europe, Canada and US)
Less than one inch AA AA
1 inch A A
2 inches B B
3 inches C C
4 inches D D
5 inches DD E or DD
6 inches E F or DDD
7 inches F G
8 inches FF H
9 inches G I
10 inches GG J Tina Small must be somewhere between GG J H K HH OR L
11 inches H K Because she looks as she could hold a 10 to 12 inche penis between those things.
12 inches HH L
13 inches J
14 inches JJ
15 inches K
16 inches KK
adult film stars/strippers
17 inches M
18 INCHES MM
19 INCHES N
20 INCHES O
21 INCHES P
22 INCHES Q
23 INCHES R
24 INCHES S
25 INCHES T
26 INCHES U
27 INCHES V
28 INCHES W
29 INCHES X
30 INCHES XX
31 INCHES XXX
32 INCHES Y
33 INCHES YY
34 INCHES YYY
35 INCHES Z
36 INCHES ZZ
37 INCHES ZZZ
Leastways here anyway,I find no XXX cup size Chelsea Charms claims to have.It seems the largest cup size is KK.So is this correct or is Chelsea Charms,lovely and big busted as she is,full of crap ?
The actual volume of the bra cup depends not only on the cup size calculated as above, but also increases with the band size. In fact, most bra manufacturers use the same cup volume for bras which are related by an increase in cup size and a decrease in band size. For instance, the cup volume is the same for 30D, 32C, 34B, 36A, etc. It is for this reason that bra sizes have "sister sizes" which are related in this way by having the same cup volume. Although it is important that a wearer has a correctly fitting bra, it is sometimes possible that two adjacent sister sizes fit equally well, since the cups are the same size, and the difference in band size can be accommodated by fastening the back strap on a different hook.
[edit] Variations
Most countries (in particular most of Asia and Europe) use centimetres rather than inches. In Australia and New Zealand dress size is commonly used instead of band size.
[edit] New European system
The European dress-size standard EN 13402 defines bra sizes based on the following two body dimensions (measured in centimeters):
bust girth
maximum horizontal girth measured during normal breathing with the subject standing erect and the tape-measure passed horizontally, under the armpits (axillae), and across the bust prominence (preferably measured with moderate tension over a brassiere that shall not deform the breast in an unnatural way and shall not displace its volume)
underbust girth
horizontal girth of the body measured just below the breasts
Bras are labeled with the underbust girth (rounded to the nearest multiple of 5 cm), followed by a letter code that indicates the
cup size = bust girth − underbust girth
according to this table defined by the standard:
Code AA A B C D E F G
Cup size [cm] 10–12 12–14 14–16 16–18 18–20 20–22 22–24 24–26
Example: A woman with underbust girth 89 cm and bust girth 108 cm has cup size 19 cm (= 108 cm – 89 cm) or "D". Her underbust girth rounded to the nearest multiple of 5 cm is 90 cm. Therefore, her bra size according to the new standard is 90D.
[edit] Older European systems
The EN 13402 standard is (as of 2006) still relatively new, and a range of other cup-size definitions are also currently used by European vendors, using either centimeters or inches to indicate the underbust girth.
One common cup size system amongst European manufacturers, in order of increasing size, is: AAA-AA-A-B-C-D-DD-E-F-FF-G-GG-H-J, although the use of double letters is not consistent between manufacturers (e.g. some may use EE rather than F, DDD rather than E, etc.). The majority of bra bands run true to size (as in, a size 36 band measures, when stretched, 36 inches). It is expected that the EN 13402 standard will eventually help resolve the current confusion surrounding cup-size codes in Europe.
[edit] Table
International Comparison of Brassiere Measurements / Sizes Region Sizes
XS S M L XL XXL
EU and Japan 60–65 65–70 70–75 75–80 80–85 85–90 90–95 95–100 100–105 105–110 110–115 115–120
USA and UK 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52
France and Spain 75–80 80–85 85–90 90–95 95–100 100–105 105–110 110–115 115–120 120–125 125–130 130–135
Italy 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125
Sports bra 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Australia/New Zealand 6 6 8 8 10 10 12 12 14 14 16 16
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[edit] Sizing issues
The most common bra size worn in the UK is 36C.[2][3] However, many studies have shown that around 80% of women are wearing the wrong size[2][4][5] with the most common mistake being to select a bra with too large a back band and too small a cup, for example, 38C instead of 34E, or 34B instead of 30D.[2][3][4][6] Bravissimo, the large cup size specialist, estimates that the average woman should be wearing a 34DD or 34E bra.[2][4] These fitting problems are exacerbated by the lack of education about bra sizing and fitting, and the myths perpetrated by the media (DD cup breasts are regarded as being significantly larger than average.)
Breast size determines personality
An Italian sex researcher claims he can tell a woman's personality from the size and shape of her breasts.
According to German newspaper Bild sexologist Piero Lorenzoni said: "A woman's breasts denote a woman's character, just like her star sign."
He has categorised breast types according to fruits and says men can draw up their own horoscope-type chart that indicates what a woman's chest size says about her.
The fruity chart starts naturally with the traditional melon. According to Lorenzoni, a woman with large, round breasts like a melon may appear motherly, but is far from it. "She likes eating and wants to be spoiled and admired. But seldom likes sex," he said.
For men who want someone a bit more lively they should choose a woman with "lemon" breasts - pert and prominent. "These women are full of life and can laugh at themselves. They want a balanced life without surprises."
Pert, oval-shaped breasts are for Lorenzoni like pineapples. "A woman with pineapple breasts is intelligent, often has a career but is still romantic. They are also faithful. Whoever wins their heart will not lose it quickly."
Grapefruit-shaped breasts - pert and firm - are also not a good sign for good sex. "This woman may look erotic, but in reality is bashful and homely. She spoils her partner but prefers tenderness over sex."
Even women with "oranges" are not going to turn up the temperature between the sheets. "While she is self-confident and knows her goals, she has little interest in sex. She likes conversation and partnerships."
Small breasted women, with assets that resemble cherries are "funny and very exciting. They are entertaining and intelligent. Make great partners both for everyday life and on holiday and are moderately interested in sex," says the researcher.
A woman with pear-shaped breasts "Loves love in all its variations. She can be very religious, but is known to have affairs."
[edit] See also
EN 13402 – European clothes sizes standard (including bra sizes)
[edit] References
^ Bra Fitting Guide
^ a b c d iVillage - Are you wearing the right bra size? http://www.ivillage.co.uk/beauty/promotions/articles/0,,628687_694143,00.html
^ a b Telegraph - A Weight off my shoulders: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/main.jhtml?xml=/health/2003/04/14/htest14d.xml
^ a b c Bravissimo - A Perfect Fit: http://www.bravissimo.com/perfectfit/
^ Rigby and Peller - Bra fitting: http://www.rigbyandpeller.com/advice-centre/bra_fitting.aspx
^ Bravissimo sizes up staff - Royal Free Hampstead: http://www.royalfree.nhs.uk/default.aspx?top_nav_id=2&tab_id=2&news_id=430
Bra Sizing guide
Bra History - Fashion Era.com
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How To Get The Right Bra Size
Bra Size Calculator and fitting guide
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Bra size measuring tape and fitting guide
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How to measure your bra size
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Are your breasts too big Or too small Here are some simple tips to sort out all your cleavage issues.
Are your breasts too big Or too small Whatever your peeve, there�s a solution, and no it doesn't involve surgery or exercise or anything else that seems to be too much of a chore. Wearing the right clothes can make a world of difference to your figure, so the next time you go shopping, keep these pointers in mind so you know what to look for.
Big Breasts
Don't wear turtle-necked or round-necked (high) tops. They tend to widen the gap between your neck and breasts, so it looks as though your breasts are low and large. Tight turtle-neck sweaters do the same. Instead, opt for tops with V-necks or with low round necks. These tops make your breasts look a little smaller.
Stay away from shirts or tops with pockets on the chest. They will enhance your breasts, making them look bigger.
Go in for sports bras. They tend to flatten breasts and also reduce the bounce, so if you are really large you may find these a comfortable option. Minimiser bras are also available in markets abroad, so if you have a relative flying down from the States, make sure you add this to your list!
Don't wear crop tops that cut off at the stomach. These make breasts look bigger. Make sure that your tops reach upto your jeans, or just a little above.
Shiny tops enhance your upper half, so stay away from the glitter and the gleam!
While prints do enhance your top, they tend to draw attention away from your bustline itself, as people will tend to focus on the print. So go in for printed clothes, though make sure the print is not too loud. Pretty paisley prints work great.
Basic tight halter-tops with built in bras tend to make you look a little flatter if you wear them under a shirt or a jacket. As these halters have a built-in bra, you needn't wear another one.
Stay away from tight t-shirts, they only enhance the shape of your breasts. If you do like tight tops, go in for those with low necks, and with vertical stripes. No horizontal stripes for you.
Go for wrap-over tops. They take attention away from the breasts, and conceal their largeness without taking away from the shape. Wear a tube under a chiffon printed wrap-over top, and you're all set!
Small Breasts
It's easier to make small breasts look large, than it is to make large breasts look small. Here are just some of the ways you can pump up the cleavage.
Invest in push up bras. They really do work wonders for your cleavage.
Buy only padded bras. Not only do these enhance your breasts, but these bras tend to sit much nicer under t-shirts. They give a smooth effect over your breasts, and you won't see any of those annoying bra lines or patterns under the tee.
Corset tops are a blessing for women with small breasts, as they can make you look sexier than anything else can! Alternatively, you could also consider investing in corseted underwear. Pick up something that just clinches in your waist, as this will have the effect of enhancing your breasts. In addition, the corset sits tight just under your breasts, and pushes them up, making you look bigger. So invest in one.
One of the easiest things you can do is to purchase a couple of cup-pads. Simply tuck them inside your bra everyday to give your shape a nice finish.
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