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Measuring for bras

Junebug54 — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:36:20 GMT

Anyone have good suggestions? I've read all the bra measuring advice online but still seems difficult (for me anyway) to get the correct size.

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SilleeMee — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:45:49 GMT

I have to go by what the manufacturer suggests to do for measuring. Brands seem to differ in how to measure for their correct fit.

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Junebug54 — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:05:07 GMT

@SilleeMee Thank you so much never thought of that.

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Drlinda — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:17:12 GMT

Try an Evelyn and Bobbie. It molds to fit you. Try one size down from your tee shirt size and give it three days. Custom fit.

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I am still oxox — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:34:32 GMT

There is a company in the UK called Bravissimo that will help you do an online measuremen, hope this helps

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nycalady — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:01:27 GMT

Nordstroms is outstanding for bra fittings, Dillards & Victorias Secret pale in comparison.

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snipsnapsnur — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:28:11 GMT

Go to a professional bra fitter if you really want the correct size. I did, and I would never have guessed the right size on my own!

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River Song — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 22:05:28 GMT

Well, my sister went to Nordstrom to get fitted. They helped her find a bra that fit her correctly. She was excited because she thought that meant she would be that same size in every bra brand and style. Nope. It was only for that particular bra she was fitted for. There is so much variation in how bras are sized between brands and styles within a brand. Personally, I find it exhausting having to try on twenty bras to find "the one". It's ridiculous.

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SilleeMee — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 22:23:00 GMT

I went to three different stores to get fitted and they told me three different sizes. So, it really depends on where you go and what brand you try on. No universal way of sizing.

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Jk9 — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 22:35:38 GMT

I agree with @SilleeMee and find that brands (and even some styles within a brand) have different ways for measurement. I check each brand website to see how they calculate sizes and follow their chart. I've had a different size determination each time I was professionally measured. Trying on the particular bra is still the final "measurement" process for me.

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Carmie — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 22:54:58 GMT

I have always had problems with bras being comfortable.

I tried Wacoal bras and followed their measuring guidelines on line. I was kinda afraid to order and didn't trust that the size they recommended would fit.

I went up a cup size and the band size. I ordered two different bras on sale...they both fit and were comfortable.

I have no problems with fit or comfort anymore.

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jlkz — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:28:04 GMT

@River Song

That is why I pick a very rainy day to go bra shopping: don't want to waste a beautiful one !

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Still Raining — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:25:39 GMT

I have found that bras vary by size, style and brand. Impossible to pick one out without trying it on.

These days 32s are not often out on display, so I order online. Have to be willing to return several.

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SHOPR — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:15:25 GMT

@Still Raining In my town I can't even find 34 bras anymore.

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threecees — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:22:15 GMT

I usually just buy Warners or Jockey anymore. At least I know my size in those

two brands.

Don't feel like trying on a bunch of sizes in brands I am not familiar with anymore.

Those days are gone.

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Junebug54 — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:42:19 GMT

Thanks everyone for your helpful input. I've decided to go braless when I'm home LOL and wear what I already have when I venture out or double layers of clothing if necessary

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wagirl — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:08:25 GMT

Used to be that Macys and Nordstrom would fit bras. Last time I went to a store called Soma--was in a local mall. They fit for bras.

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tends2dogs — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:10:40 GMT

I find that going to a store and trying on is your best bet. I usually wait until I have someone that will go with me and can do the running to get another size if need be. That way I don't have to get dressed to go out and get another style or size to try on. I don't want a clerk coming in to "help". One year when my daughter was visiting we went to Penney's. She was in need of new bras. I did the running that time. She ended up with a size that she never thought was hers. Trial and error did it.

For years, I wore Breezies underwire Rose something or other. I found the perfect fit for me. Then they changed the strap length and there wasn't enough "lift up". A couple times I altered the straps, but what a hassle. I mostly wear sports bras now. I have a couple of the Breezies that I have hand washed and I will wear when the top I am wearing needs a bit more support. They say to change out your bras every 3 months. I guess if you wore the same bra for 10 to 12 hours a day that might be right. I have several that I switch out that I have had for years.

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newjersey — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:25:36 GMT

@Junebug54 when I get home from being out, the first thing that comes off is the bra. Yup!

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tansy — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:21:29 GMT

Stretchy step-in bralettes are the only ones I will wear