Finding bra size after weight loss

Start with a reliable bra size calculator (like: http://www.sophisticatedpair.com/bracalculator.htm) You may still need some trial and error from there. Different shapes will fit your boobs differently, so one style may fit while another doesn't. Personally, I would never suggest anyone get fitted at a store that doesn't carry a broad range of sizes. Stores will often lie or give you a mistaken bra size if it's the only way to sell you one of their brand.

Best thing you can do is trial and error I lost a lot in that area losing 53 lbs. I thought I was a 34 A and ended up as a 34 B because of the "side spillage" issue xD. Having boobs is such a chore!

Yeah...Victoria's Secret told me I was a 34 C. Maybe another place.

I'm glad I'm not the only one who got a wonky fitting from them. The girl had me in a way bigger band size and a smaller cup size. I tried it just out of curiousity and yeah, not pretty. They didn't have my actual size so that was the end of that! No biggee - saved me some money.

Honestly, I've tried on different brands and know there's no way they're the size they claim to be. The band, the cup. or both can be WAY off from what the label says. So when you shop, I'd say go ahead and grab sizes around yours (like 32A & B and 36A & when you find a style you like just in case. It can be a bit tedious but will be worth it when you find one that fits right.

I think all you can do is set aside an hour, choose somewhere with good customer service and try them on until you find ones that fit.

When I have a non padded bra on I'm measuring 34 (measuring above breast and under arms). Without the bra it's measuring 32.5

Underneath my breasts I'm measuring only 31.5 but from the calculators I've seen, this measurement doesn't make any difference.

You shouldn't need to measure above your breasts. That measurement doesn't matter. Measure below. You said 31.5, so that means you should try a 32 band. Then measure around the largest part of your breasts and for every inch above your band size (32), add a cup. So if you measured 34, that would make you a 32 B, if you measured 35, that would mean 32C and so on. Try the calculator on A Sophisticated Pair's website if you need help.

I hope this makes sense. I used to have a horrible time with bras until I found out how to measure properly so I know how you feel.

Go to Nordstrom's and get fitted. Victoria Secret has their own measuring system. Hence, why for most of my bra wearing days I thought I was a 36D, when it turns out I'm a 32DDD/32E. Now granted, my band has changed due to my weight loss, but cup size generally does not change.

Almost anywhere you buy bras has someone who can measure you. You can also look it up online and have a friend help.

I have found it weird how I go down around, but not at the same rate as the cup size, which goes down less than everything else on my body. Weirdness with the bras!

Ah okay! Hearing so many different things. I was trying 32 C's as well. Yeah I do just need to go in and suck it up. 32 band just feels so snug!

Snug is good.

Go to Nordstrom's and get fitted. Victoria Secret has their own measuring system. Hence, why for most of my bra wearing days I thought I was a 36D, when it turns out I'm a 32DDD/32E. Now granted, my band has changed due to my weight loss, but cup size generally does not change.

VS measured me at a 36D. I actually wear a 28FF. VS is the worst place even to buy a bra.

I have the opposite problem. And it isn't any easier believe me! Victoria's Secret always tries to tell me I'm a 38 (cup size whatever their largest is at the time... They never fit.) Try herroom.com. I have had good luck following their method. (I hope I can post a link to a commercial site.) I've also had good luck at Dillards, but if you want to do it at home you can follow these directions.

https://www.herroom.com/bra-fitting-advice,901,30.html

Ah okay! Hearing so many different things. I was trying 32 C's as well. Yeah I do just need to go in and suck it up. 32 band just feels so snug!

Snug is good.

Go to Nordstrom's and get fitted. Victoria Secret has their own measuring system. Hence, why for most of my bra wearing days I thought I was a 36D, when it turns out I'm a 32DDD/32E. Now granted, my band has changed due to my weight loss, but cup size generally does not change.

VS measured me at a 36D. I actually wear a 28FF. VS is the worst place even to buy a bra.

They did this to me too. They measured me at a 38 DD when I'm really a 34-36 F-G depending on the bra. Weird... Also, what's with measuring under the armpits? That makes no sense. That would work for some but it completely would depend on your build.

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I think it's time for my favorite bra-fitting blog post:
http://www.thinandcurvy.com/2010/10/how-to-measure-your-bra-size-correct.html?m=1

This is the blog post that helped me realize I was wearing the completely wrong size. Friends I've shared it with have all found that they were also wearing the wrong size. My new size (smaller band size, larger cup) is way more flattering! Be careful--some of the online bra size calculators give really wonky sizes. Wacoal's told me I was a 34A. I actually wear a 32DD or a 30DDD. The 34 is way too loose and makes me look saggy, lumpy, and heavier because it is completely the wrong size.
Following the blog's advice results in a much more attractive look and a more comfortable fit.

All of these links provide excellent information. I fitted myself because both Victoria's Secret and Lane Bryant fitted me wrong.

http://www.breakoutbras.com/sizing

http://www.nowthatslingerie.com/bradoctor/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Anatomy-of-a-bra.jpg

http://bustyresources.wikia.com/wiki/How-to_determine_bra_size

http://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/sports_bras - specific to sports bras

Oke, curious, why do they tell you to measure above the breast under the arm for your band size?,...that's not where it goes.
I've seen this on several sites.

go to victorias secret or another lengerie specialty store near you, they are taught how to properly fit people

Don't go to VS, they are not taught to measure propperly and they will "meusre" you in whatever they have on sale at the time. Nordstroms is a good place to get measured if you're unsure about size.

I just had my breasts done so trust me when I say I know what I'm talking about with sizes. Try going to Herroom.com, they have a really good measuring guide and they sell bras in every size under the sun.

Your band should be tight, you should not be able to pull it further than 1 inch. The gore of the bra (the middle part) should sit flat on your chest (for wired bras). And remember, cup size is relitive to band size. A 36C is a larger cup than a 32D. It's true! If you feel the band is too big but the cups are good, go up a band size and down a cup size.

Again, I just had a BA and I've had to go through all of this with my doctor so I got the support I needed. A bra that fits correctly is the most amazing feeling ever. I never knew I was in the wrong bra size my whole life until I was told all this by my doctor.

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