[Mega Nerd]

I've seen this on InvestYourChest which is a rough starters guide for measuring at home:



I've been wearing a 32B, which I knew I was too small for in the cup size, I've just bought and tried on a 32C and I think the band is far too big, so this could be a close estimate. I think I'll be better going in somewhere and trying on a few bras as I don't trust M&S for measuring.

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[LavenderBlueSky88]

The branch of La senza where I live is selling bras in the sale for £1....A POUND. So I bought 8 .... Just had to share my bargain!

[:)ella]

I can never find the right size, but I feel too awkward to get a bra measurement

[Kate.]

(Original post by :)ella)
I can never find the right size, but I feel too awkward to get a bra measurement

It's not particularly embarrassing - you keep your bra on and the bra-fitters do measuring all day, it's nothing out of the ordinary for them! Saying that, take your own measurements and read a few guides on Bravissimo and Figleaves about how a good bra should fit, then go to Debenhams/Bravissimo/somewhere with lots of choice and get about a billion sizes to try until you find one that fits

[jumpingjesusholycow]

Some of the responses to this thread are a real turn on >_<

[:)ella]

(Original post by Kate.)
It's not particularly embarrassing - you keep your bra on and the bra-fitters do measuring all day, it's nothing out of the ordinary for them! Saying that, take your own measurements and read a few guides on Bravissimo and Figleaves about how a good bra should fit, then go to Debenhams/Bravissimo/somewhere with lots of choice and get about a billion sizes to try until you find one that fits

THank you, maybe i'll give it a go

[katehlouise]

(Original post by Mega Nerd)
I've seen this on InvestYourChest which is a rough starters guide for measuring at home:



I've been wearing a 32B, which I knew I was too small for in the cup size, I've just bought and tried on a 32C and I think the band is far too big, so this could be a close estimate. I think I'll be better going in somewhere and trying on a few bras as I don't trust M&S for measuring.

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I was wearing a 32B, and it wasn't fitting correctly.
I tried 30D first, because that's what a couple of websites told me - the band was way too tight.
I've tried 32C, and whilst it fits me way better than the 32B, sometimes the cups are just a bit too big.

[rainbow.panda]

Has anyone got any experience of push-up bras? I got one in a 28DD (the size that works 99% of the time) and it's giving me the 4-boob effect, is that meant to happen? It's from M&S and they don't do it in cup sizes larger than DD

[Mega Nerd]

(Original post by rainbow.panda)
Has anyone got any experience of push-up bras? I got one in a 28DD (the size that works 99% of the time) and it's giving me the 4-boob effect, is that meant to happen? It's from M&S and they don't do it in cup sizes larger than DD

I'm no expert, so I could be wrong, but often you might need to go up a cup size with push up bras.

Debenhams should be good for you, they do small back sizes that go up quite high, I think it's the Gorgeous range.



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[frangoddard]

I am just wondering if anyone has any recommendations for large back sizes and averagey cup sizes
I am currently wearing a 40C, but I could do with a bigger back size due to it digging in, but I love cute bras with matching pants and the like.
I don't really want to get measured as i'm very insecure bodywise due to a weird bodyshape etc.

[rainbow.panda]

(Original post by frangoddard)
I am just wondering if anyone has any recommendations for large back sizes and averagey cup sizes
I am currently wearing a 40C, but I could do with a bigger back size due to it digging in, but I love cute bras with matching pants and the like.
I don't really want to get measured as i'm very insecure bodywise due to a weird bodyshape etc.

If it's digging in it's more likely to do with the cups being too small and the back being too big. Do you know what your bust and underbust measurements are, if you don't mind me asking?

[frangoddard]

(Original post by rainbow.panda)
If it's digging in it's more likely to do with the cups being too small and the back being too big. Do you know what your bust and underbust measurements are, if you don't mind me asking?

I will have a measure. I generally just roll with what fits and its never particularly comfy.

This was posted from The Student Room's Android App on my GT-I9070

[rainbow.panda]

(Original post by frangoddard)
I will have a measure. I generally just roll with what fits and its never particularly comfy.

Yeh, it's best to measure yourself first to get an idea of what your size is, then try bras on and see what fits best.

[such_a_lady]

Swimsuit recommendations for a 30FF under 20 pounds if possible?

[rainbow.panda]

(Original post by such_a_lady)
Swimsuit recommendations for a 30FF under 20 pounds if possible?

If you look in the Bravissimo sale there are a few under £20

[jools.x]

I usually wear a 32C or a 32D and I've noticed that even though they're not uncomfortable at all, they leave red lines on my sides when I take them off. I tried sizing up to a 34C but it's way too loose around my ribs and I don't feel like I'm getting any real support. Does anyone have any advice?

[rainbow.panda]

(Original post by jools.x)
I usually wear a 32C or a 32D and I've noticed that even though they're not uncomfortable at all, they leave red lines on my sides when I take them off. I tried sizing up to a 34C but it's way too loose around my ribs and I don't feel like I'm getting any real support. Does anyone have any advice?

You'll find that even when wearing your correct size the bra will leave red marks on your body because the band has to fit snugly to give you support, but these should go away after a while. If it's leaving lasting marks on you though then that's a sign that you're not wearing the right size.

This is the most accurate bra size calculator I've found (it doesn't use the +4/5 inch rule): http://www.sophisticatedpair.com/bracalculator.htm

[ArabellaBellucci]

I think this could be the best thread ever lol, I have a little bit of a bra obsession but have a hard time finding the type I like in my size, so you girls have really helped me out!

[katehlouise]

(Original post by rainbow.panda)
You'll find that even when wearing your correct size the bra will leave red marks on your body because the band has to fit snugly to give you support, but these should go away after a while. If it's leaving lasting marks on you though then that's a sign that you're not wearing the right size.

This is the most accurate bra size calculator I've found (it doesn't use the +4/5 inch rule): http://www.sophisticatedpair.com/bracalculator.htm

I just tried this website and it said 30D for me at moderately snug... I've tried one before and couldn't even get the back clasped together!

On slightly snug it says 32C, which is what I'm currently wearing. I do still have problems with some cups being a little big though.

[fxyz]

Guys.. any places where students can buy affordable bras? On quite a budget here and I'd ideally be wearing 28FF or 26G in an ideal world but no chance of that any time soon .. Don't get me started on M&S though because in my experience those bras have been the most uncomfortable!! Or maybe I didn't get the right kind hmmmm decisions decisions..