How does a man find the right size women s bra?

Answer 1

Keep in mind that different styles will fit differently and that you will need to find one that suits your needs. But before settling on a style, you must first find out what size you are. Bring as many Bras as the store allows into the dressing room, of 2 or 3 styles in multiple sizes of each, so you can try them on in succession and compare fit.

There are 2 figures on the bra size. The number refers to size around, and the letter refers to cup size, a ratio comparing the circumference just below (or just above) the bosom to the circumference around the largest part of the bosom.There are different methods for measuring, but most people don't have a measuring tape with them, so here is what you look for:

The base--from below bosom around to the hooks in back (if a back-hook bra)-- should lie parallel to the floor. If it rides up in back, try a smaller size (#). If the elastic does not lie smoothly (cuts in) try a larger size.

The cup (letter AA, A, B, C, D, DD, etc) should fit comfortably as well. If you spill over the top try a larger size. (Demi bras are fine, and especially useful if you are between cup sizes, but the silhouette of your bosom should have an uninterrupted line.) A too small bra will hold you in a bit, but above the seam of the bra you will bulge out unattractively. A too-large cup will have puckers/wrinkles of fabric at the top or sides.

The straps are generally adjustable, but will not make a poorly-fitting bra fit better. They are an acknowledgment that some bosoms are higher up (closer to the collar bone) than others. They help keep the bra secure, but in the dressing room the bra should stay on even if you slip the straps down over your shoulder.

Keep an eye on the general amount of support you need. Larger-sized bras generally will have more hooks both for extra support and to lie flatter. Some also have broader straps, though if the bra fits properly that is less necessary.

Hooks: Sport bras (stiff elastic, pull-over) offer more compression (less bounce) but work better in the smaller sizes. There are back-hook sport bras for larger cup sizes, but they are harder to find. For example, Champion offers their sport bras in either B/C cup or D/DD. Front hook bras are pretty, and easier to reach if you have flexibility issues due to age or injury. But Front-hook bras are not adjustable, so if you normally would use the first or last hook on a bra, or if your size fluctuates, they will not fit you properly.

If you are a difficult size to find, try researching online for brands that make your size, and then see where they can be purchased. Purchasing online or by catalog is generally better suited to women who have more experience with what sizes/styles suit them and which do not.

Another factor is padding, of different varieties.

* push-up bras with padding underneath, like the infamous Wonderbra, designed to increase the overall size (appearance) of your breast and offer a bit more cleavage. * slight padding over the nipple area, so they don''t show through in a chilly office. * mastectomy bras, with pockets into which you may add fillets/cutlets (separate padding) to balance your appearance. Aside from women who have had a breast removed due to cancer treatment, many women are just naturally bigger on one side than the other. Lastly, after all that, look at what style looks good to you, from among those that fit well. A poorly fitted bra, no matter how pretty it is on the hanger, will make you look frumpy, lumpy, or classless. A properly fitted bra will not only look better, it will in the long run improve your posture and leave you with more energy at the end of the day. When trying on a bra you should bend over and then fit your breasts (with your hands) into the cups of the bra, straighten up and hook the back up.

Answer 2

Any guide to working out your bra size is only ever that - a guide. You might be lucky and find that you have the perfect fit first time but, more likely, you will probably need to try sizing up or down (particularly on the cup size) until you find the bra that is just right for you.

This is because you will find that different styles of bra will fit you differently, even if they all come from the same manufacturer. Also it is important to remember that your breast size can change with age, pregnancy, breast feeding, gaining or losing weight and during your monthly period.

To find your bra size you need to take accurate measurements from your body. The best way to be measured is to go to a department store and have yourself fitted as it is not always easy to measure yourself accurately.

Many women are wearing the wrong size, on the wrong hook and have the straps too loose or too tight. If your breasts fall out when you bend over, your straps fall off your shoulders, you can feel the wire or the band in back creeps up you need a new size. A quality, properly fitted bra will help with Back pain and prevent shoulder grooves and is good for your chest muscles and can slow the sagging effects of time and gravity.

If you do want to try finding your bra size for yourself, have a friend measure your chest below the breasts with the arms relaxed at your sides. Don't pull the tape tight. Take the number of inches and add 5. If the new number is even that will be your band size. If the new number is odd, you need to add 1 to give you an even number and that will be your band size. The band size is the number part of a bra size.

To find your cup size (the letter part of a bra size), measure around the fullest part of the breasts (usually straight around nipple height). Subtract this measurement from your first number to find your cup size. If there is no difference you should try an AA cup, for one inch difference try an A cup, for two inches try a B cup, and so on, working your way through these sizes:

for UK cup sizes

AA, A, B, C, D, DD, E, F, FF, G, GG, H, HH, J, JJ, K

for US cup sizes

AA, A, B, C, D, DD/E, DDD/F, G, H, I, J, K, L
She wears 36DD.

Answer 3

how do u fit a bra? wat kind of question is that? um, all i gotta say is...

If ya boobs too small to fit in the dang bra then stuff ya dang bra or dnt try to act like

ya got boobs if u dnt, ok? and if ya boobs too dang big and dey fallin out den git a

bigger size! i mean, duh, how simple is dat? how dum can 1 person b

Ok here's a better answer for you.. measure you rib cage just under your boobs kinda tight.. if that number is an odd number round up to the next even number so say you got a 33 rib cage found it up to a 34 that's your band size.. Then measure across your boobs around your back not too tight... so say you got a 36 for this number... minus the top number which was 33 from 36 that's 3 So you would wear a 34C or at leat try that first. if the band is too loose but the cup seems fine try a 32D because they would both have the same cup size. Increase the cup size when gogin down the band size. Hope this helped.

A-1

B-2

C-3

D-4

DD or E-5

DDD or F-6

In addition to the band and cup size it is important that a bra fits your body style. If you have wide set shoulders you will need a bra that has the cups places further apart than if you have narrow shoulders, etc. If a bra causes your breasts to be pushed underneath the arms, flattening the breast tissue, you need to move to a different style of bra entirely. Getting a Custom Bra Fitting is the best way to find the right bra for you.

Answer 4

The best way is to ask her. Most women know their bra size and can tell you pretty easily. If you want to buy one as a surprise, then try looking through her underwear drawer to see if you can find the size tag.

Answer 5

There are only 2 ways to drop a bra size the safe way is to loose weight jogging and running are a good way to tone your chest. If you loose weight but nothing happens the only other option is to get breast reduction surgery.

Answer 6

You can go to some stores and get measured and fitted for the right size. Or you could just try them on and see which size fits. The rest of the choice is mainly personal preference.

Answer 7

It needs to be comfortable even when supplying support, and not creased or chafing when you move.