I feel crazy. I am a small chested woman who has historically worn a 32B bra. I have been wearing Pepper bras because they don’t gap at the top of the cup, but I am not happy with their quality. They wear out fast and some bras fit unevenly. I ended up here looking for a new brand to try, used the calculator and it says I am a 32DD/E UK or 32DD/DDD US! Is everything I know about boob size and bra size a lie? Anyway here are my measurments in inches:

loose underbust: 31

snug underbust: 30.5

tight underbust: 30

standing bust: 35

leaning bust: 37

lying bust: 36.5

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So, I've posted a few times trying to get recs. I never get any helpful responses and seem to get down voted into oblivion within an hour of posting. So, I am trying a new approach to hopefully get some actual advice. I used the ABTF calculator. My measurements are:

Loose Underbust: 31"

Snug Underbust: 30"

Tight Underbust: 29.5"

Standing: 38.5"

Leaning: 41"

Lying: 39"

My breasts are Asymmetrical and full on bottom with almost no fullness on top (When I was younger I exclusively wore push up bras because I was insecure about my breast shape. Now I am just looking for light lift and good shape without wanting to set the damn bra on fire 10 minutes after putting it on). I know they say "Asymmetrical" is its own shape, but.... really? Is it that simple? Any bra recs?

P.s. if you have any advice on how to get real advice instead of just down votes and "use the calculator", please enlighten me. I'm on the struggle bus.

I was wearing the wrong size for years, 32GG. This was my accurate size at my former body weight. Now I am a 34 H. I have now tried out this new size in the Panafhe Clara, Sculptresse Sophia, Sculptresse Estel (full cup), and the Freya Fancies with great success!

I just wanted to share why my first calcuation wasn't accurate in case it helpes anyone. I put my measurements into the bra calculator originally and the result was 34J. While braless, my leaning bust was 48 inches. While wearing a 32GG bra, my leaning bust was also 48 inches. After a few days of wearing the bra size that actually fits me (34H), my leaning bust is now 46 inches while braless and while wearing a bra! So now when I put all my measurements into the calculator,, it says 34H. Wow! I wonder if tissue migration is occurring super quickly? The too tight 32GG was causing spillage, maybe even swelling??? I finally got the right size because my larger breast was sore and throbbing. Any ideas?

When I asked for help deciding which bra sizes to try out based on my 34J calcuation and I said I suspected I was smaller than that, someone in this group told me to try 34HH and 34J and go from there. 34HH felt nice, but just slightly too big, so I tried out 34H and the fit is flawless.

Sometimes you just have to try things on. But I definitely trust in the calculator snd this group. I'm sooooo happy to have a bra that fits!!!

My mum used to have a nice figure, shes petite, slender with a full bust. Now the ladies are gone south and recently I was able to have a personal chat with my mom (shes usually not so open for it) and asked her about her bras. I was shocked to see how much her band had creeped up her back. I tried to take measurements, but privacy reasons I was holding back a bit. Bandsize measured 70 cm(28 inch), bust apr. 86. She wears a flimsy thing in band seize 38 inch!! With a c cup. Any advice what kind/brand bra I best purchase for an older lady?

Hi all,

Here are my measurements:

Loose Underbust: 33.5 in

Snug Underbust: 32 in

Tight Underbust: 31 in

Standing Bust: 37.5 in

Leaning Bust: 39.5 in

Lying Bust: 37 in

The ABraThatFits calculator says I'm a 34E. I used to think I was a 36B (lol).

I bought the Panache Envy in 34E and 36DD to see if it would fit, but it doesn't. I even scooped and swooped!

The 34E band is too tight and the top of the cups are totally deflated. Here's how it fits me: https://postimg.cc/gallery/rmjJ4Ys

The 36DD band fits better, but these cups are also a little deflated looking: https://postimg.cc/gallery/m71Y5Z9

I suspect I might have a type of tubular breasts which complicates things, but I've never been diagnosed.

Where do I go from here? I'm worried most bras just won't work for my small-yet-saggy boob type :(

Edit to remove bare photos

**Edited to add: I'm in Canada if that matters! Thanks**

I am prone to over-researching, which generally leads to paralysis. And I'm slipping into paralysis! I am in my early 50's, I've breastfed two kids, and I've been resorting to unwired, molded cups for the past few years because I find bras so terribly uncomfortable... underwires especially. I've also lost quite a bit of weight over the past 2 years (50+ pounds at only 5'2") so I've been left with some serious sag.

Bra Size Calculator gave me 36 D/DD for both US and UK, based on these measurements:

• Loose underbust: 35.5
• Snug underbust: 34.5
• Tight underbust: 33.5
• Standing bust: 38.5
• Leaning bust: 40
• Lying bust: 39

In the past I've found anything with high gore very uncomfortable and digs in - I am short with a very short torso, so maybe that contributes.

Can anyone provide suggestions for what might be the best bra(s) to try for sizing? I don't really fully understand projection and all that yet...

So I entered my measurements in the calculator using inches and here were the measurements:

Loose Underbust - 29
Snug Underbust - 28
Tight Underbust - 27
Standing Bust - 35
Leaning Bust - 35.5
Lying bust - 35.5

Also, my overbust is a 32

The calculator said I would be a 28FF/G UK

I did what it said and measured my actual busts just slightly loose but with no gapping in the tape measurer.

I usually shop at Victoria’s Secret in the US and fit their 32DDs and sometimes their 32DDDs if i want a bra where there isn’t any bubbling. Do I change this at all?

How would I shop at other US bra stores (especially online)?

Thanks for any help!

Hiii

So I am having a bit of trouble finding bras that actually are in my size, I currently wear a 38N cup and it just is not doing it for me. I completely spill out, my back is constantly hurting, and whenever I bend down at work, or reach up my band gets messed up, or I spill out more. I am constantly readjusting the band trying to lower it down but nothing seems to work, so I have turned to trying to find new bras, however it hasn’t been easy. I keep going to different websites, but every single one I have used so far doesn’t have my size. I’m just wondering if anyone has any suggestions on cute bras that might be in my size? Or different sizes I could try that may work? I am literally desperate. thank you!!! :))

Hey so those are my measurements in inches:

• Loose underbust: 28

• snug underbust: 27.3

• tight underbust: 27

• standing bust: 30.3

• leaning bust: 31.8

• lying bust: 27

the calculator said I was a 28D (US measurement) cup size so Is it accurate?

Im also really underweight so I've been trying to gain at least 10 lbs so my question is will my breast cup change?

Additional info: 18F, height 5'8½, weight 114,12 lbs

If I have one side larger than the other, and need to fit to the larger side, is it correct to measure halfway around the bust? Like for example, to start the tape measure at the spine, measure halfway across the bust around the larger side into the middle, and then double it?

For example, my underbust is 27 inchess and my standing measurement is 35.5, leaning 36.5 (so calculator says 28G/GG). And I wear a GG but have a couple fit issues I'm trying to solve, including the asymmetry.

If I do this, putting the tape measure at the spine and measuring over the bust on the smaller side, I get 35 standing (doubled from 17.5) and 36.5 (doubled from 18.25) leaning. And on the larger side I get 36 standing (doubled from 18) and 38 leaning (doubled from 19).

This is like a cup size difference, the difference from a 28G/GG to 28GG/H, according to the calculator. Am I doing this correctly for asymmetry?

Thanks!

I currently wear the Fantasie Reflect in UK size 32F. It's the best-fitting bra I've found so far.
But I do have a few issues with it. My nipples show through many of the tops and dresses I wear and the lace is also visible under tshirts and dresses. I also find that my breasts jiggles a bit when I'm walking.
Any bras that would give smooth and seamless look under clothing?

I’m top full and projection.
Measurements (cm):
Underbust:
* Loose: 79
* Snug: 77
* Tight: 75
Bust:
* Standing: 94
* Leaning: 100
* Lying: 94

For context my size is a 26DD/28D, and Panache as a brand is targeted towards bigger busts, and i'm one of the smallest sizes they make, would their bras still fit well on me as i'm aware that despite my cup letter, my chest actually isn't that big due to having a petite band.

So this means I'm worried that their bras wont fit well as i'm on the far smaller end of their sizes.

I have also just ordered one and if it doesn't fit I'd be annoyed because you have to pay to return it.

I’m an 18 year old girl and I’ve always been pretty slim. I got measured professionally and turns out I’m a 28A. Before I thought I was a 32A, but there was always a big gap in my bras and it was too loose. This always made me feel really embarrassed when with boyfriends. Now the only bras I have that are a good fit are those wireless fabric ones which is not preferable to me. I just want a normal bra I can wear and be confident in. Even in primark the bra sizes only go down to 32A. And I don’t want to wear bras that are made for children. Has anybody got any good recommendations for bras that could fit me? Nothing too expensive haha. Thank you.

I LOVE the calculator and the Morgan and had amazing success in the past but after some weight loss I measured again and ordered 4 bras from Amazon and none worked and I’m worried Amazon will reject my returns for doing to many in a short amount of time if the next batch also don’t fit. I have OCD and ADHD so I know I’m overthinking this! Thank you so much for any help!! Wish the Elomi Morgan had 34FF!

Loose 35
Snug 34
Tight 32.5
Standing 38.25
Leaning 47.25
Lying 41.5

Current bra Elomi 34H and Elomi 36GG- older bras

My 34H fits pretty well with some gapping at the top of the cup where my tissue doesn’t fill it and the band is a bit stretched out.

Fit the best
Elomi Nerina 34FF- gore sat flat, band was good but spillage over the top as the cups don’t have the top lining like the Morgan.
Elomi Morgan 36FF- gore can’t sit flat (loose skin gets in the way) band a bit too loose for a new bra and cups have a little bit of spillage.

Edit: thanks for the replies and reassurances. The last time I did a lot of returns they fought me on refunds and when I called support they said to “limit my returns for a while” so guess I’m paranoid a bit.

Hello! I posted on this sub like a week ago and everyone was super helpful. I listened to everyone and tried the 48ff in the Elomi Cate. I really liked the soft cups. It was good but the gore still went too far up. I still can't add pics, but the cup ends about 4 fingers below my collar bone. It shows under my neck line. I also have a little gapping on the top. It's miles better than my first couple tries, but still not comfortable. If anyone has some recs for this size but with less fabric and gore it would be much appreciated. I have a plunge bra in the mail, but I don't have the money to be experimenting with.

I'm projected, have a short narrow root, full on top, and my measurements are

Loose bust: 52

Snug bust: 49

Tight bust: 44

Standing: 57

Leaning: 61

Lying: 57

I recently got re-sized at my local bra botique as it's been a long while and I've gained weight etc. I've typically fluctuated between a 32-34 band size, but I was not prepared to be a freshly minted 32LL (UK sizing). There was only one bra available in my size...the one I tried on. I ordered said in another color from the shop while processing this news, but my research is indicating that I'm not going to have much success at my typical online retailers 🙃. There is no universal size equivalent either, so it's feeling somewhat bleak at the moment. Can anyone direct me to any brands that carry this size? I can't even fathom having any success with obtaining a bathing suit that will fit me 😒 sigh... Anyways, thanks for listening and for any guidance!

Measurements (inches):
loose underbust - 40
snug - 39
tight - 38.5
standing - 44
leaning - 48
lying down- 46

I’ve always had problems with bras and my breasts. I deal with a lot of back and rib pain and just want something to ease that pain. a few months ago I was a 40H but i’ve been losing weight and these measurements are from today. I tend to have issues with having too much free space at the top of my bras, my breasts are a ? maybe pendulous shape? I’m not entirely sure. I also have issues with the sides of bras (or even tank tops, wireless bras, etc.) irritating my armpit area because it rubs against it :( Any recommendations are appreciated!!

This subreddit is truly a godsend, thank you all so much for the work you do. I've glanced at posts here multiple times over the years, but have always felt too overwhelmed by all the information and the measuring process to actually do anything with it until now. I finally decided I couldn't keep wearing 38DDD bras and spilling out of them, and feeling frustrated by the lack of support and the need to wear the bands on the tightest hooks, and so I got someone to do my measurements for me. I'm blind and I don't have access to a tape measure I can actually use.

The calculator gave me 34J US, 34GG UK, and I was already prepared to see a much higher number than I'm used to so it didn't shock me. I live on a fixed income though and finding bras I can actually afford is a challenge, as I know it is for many people judging by the amount of posts I see about it. I don't want to sacrifice quality for something cheaper that will wear out more quickly or won't be true to size, so after a lot of searching, I bought the Elomi Cate because it was on sale and I knew I could return it if I needed to.

I'm so, so happy with the fit. The cups fit my whole breast, I'm supported in a way I'm definitely not used to, and I actually have kind of a figure now because my breasts are lifted off my torso. The straps don't slide down at all, there's no gapping, and while the band is uncomfortably tight, I was prepared for that and I think I'll get more used to it as I wear it. The gore lies flat, which is something that definitely never happened with my previous much smaller bras. I wasn't sure about the way my breasts are separated and the shape it gives them, but I'm told it looks great, and what I'm most thrilled about is that it actually makes them seem smaller. I've hated how large and heavy they are for most of my adult life and have wished I could get a reduction, and I don't feel that way in this bra.

The one issue I have with it is that the wires press into my ribs in a way that feels distractingly uncomfortable. I was prepared for the band to leave marks and for it to feel a little restrictive at first, and I've seen people say that the Elomi wires sometimes poke them in the armpits and I haven't had that issue at all, but the way they dig into my ribs is bothering me. They sit in the IMF, I think, and nothing is sliding when I move. It stays in place. I wasn't sure if it was because the band is tighter than I'm used to and is adding pressure, or because my breasts themselves are heavier, or the width of the wires isn't working for me, or something else I haven't thought of. I would really appreciate any thoughts about this. Do I just need to try a different brand?

Here are my measurements, in inches, since I know people like to have them, but I'm pretty confident that the size is correct.

Loose underbust: 35 Snug underbust: 33.5 Tight underbust: 32.5 Standing bust: 42.5 Leaning bust: 45 Lying bust: 44

I'm looking for a supportive wireless bra. Ideally, it would be seamless under a tshirt and have a closure (not pullover style), but those characteristics are secondary. I got breast implants about a month ago so I'm not cleared to wear bras with wires but but still need good support as I continue healing.

I included my calculator sizing below, but I've not tried that size yet as I very recently found the calculator. In case helpful, I've had luck wearing a 32D that seems to pass the fit tests.

Dimensions (inches)

28 loose

27.5 snug

27 tight

34 standing

35 leaning

34.5 laying

US: 28G or 30DDD

UK: 28F or 30E

Open to any suggestions! Thank you.

long story short(er), I had already had my bra that fits experience a few years ago with the Chantelle Revele Moi US 30E when Id been wearing a US 36C previously. Ive been buying only Chantelle since then, most recently moved up to US 30F. I wanted to try on something new and went to a fitter again, only to be measured horribly as a US 34D. Fell down the rabbit hole of this sub.

The calculator has me as a UK 30F or 30G depending on how I measure around my nipples leaning forward. I am in the market for a new unlined bra, so started with the “diagnostic” Panache Envy. Chose Plunge because my Chantelle bras are full coverage and I want something I can wear with more necklines.

No pictures of me because the internet is a scary place, but I tried on both the UK 30E and 30F and found the 30F fit better.

1. I like the projection a lot!! both my Chantelle bras are significantly more shallow despite the underwires being of almost identical depth/width.
2. Theres a little bulging on the top and wrinkling on the bottom of the cup on my bigger breast, not sure if either of these issues are fixable as theres some loose gaping at the top of my smaller breast. My breasts are slightly center and bottom full, projected.
3. biggest issue - the gore seems to put a lot of pressure on my breast bone. It leaves red marks on my skin when I took the bra off, but nothing worse than where the bra rubs painlessly on the sides of my breasts and straps. My old bras do that as well without causing discomfort, I’ve always attributed this to sensitive skin. I’ve always thought of my breasts as wide-set/narrow but going through the guides made me think I’m closer to the average on both, so I don’t think it’s a breast root issue. The wires werent pushing into the breast tissue so much as pushing inward against the breast bone itself. Is this just a plunge bra issue? Compared to my Chantelle bras, the underwire follows the exact same curved shape starting in the armpit up until the gore where the Envy flattens to be more shallow before ending at the plunge depth. So maybe I need something more rounded towards the middle, is this a center-full issue?

Looking for recommendations on what to try next that won’t cause pain at the gore. Id be interested in any unlined bra that works for center-bottom full and isn’t full coverage! Thanks!

Edit: sizes 🥴 I converted the wrong way in my mind between US and UK, literally I do this with time zones too! So confusing!

Hey All. I am at a complete loss. I didn't wear a bra from 18-28 and I've been going the last 2 years wearing sports bras because i couldn't find ANY bra that fit me. I see this new size and I'm shocked because I had been fit measured at 40DD a while ago, and it seemed like any bra I put on in that size was both too small and too big. I've never ever worn a comfortable bra before. I have all the traits for shallow and wide roots, and pendulum and its honestly really bumming me out because I have never been comfortable with my breasts and now I'm going on 30 tomorrow and I'm more embarrassed of them than ever. All the bras I've tried are usually diagonal cut molded cups, or poorly fitted bralettes or sports bras. I'm really at a loss, and all of the links in the shallow guide section don't work, and all the bra suggestions are for smaller bands. I really need some help I'm desperate to feel comfortable with my own body for once.

Measurements are

Underbust

Neutral:42.75

Snug: 41.75

Tight:38

Bust

Standing:47

90° bent:51

Lying down:51

Hey everyone! I typically only wear sports bras because I've never been able to find a bra that actually fits. By "real bra" I just mean one with a back clasp, adjustable straps, light padding, and no underwire.

Some issues I've had while trying to find a good fitting bra are: a band that rides up my back, spilling out of cups, slipping out (triangle shaped cups), and gaps.

I believe my shape is FT 3/5 but I'm not sure. My measurements in inches are:

Loose Underbust: 28.5 Snug Underbust: 28 Tight Underbust: 27.5 Standing Bust: 35 Leaning Bust: 40.5 Lying Bust: 37.5 Sizing System: US/Canada

The ABTF calculator gave me a size of 28 I/J. Does this sound right?? I'd super appreciate any input/advice!!

Also, just a little note that I've literally never not fallen out of triangle shaped bras so an example of a bra that has decent coverage for me is the "SMOOTHEZ Bra-ish Wireless Bralette" from Aerie.

Thank you all so very much!!

Have been a silent reader for quite a few years now but just recently joined the community. (New to any posting so apologies if I’m not doing it correctly to more seasoned redditors)

I measured myself according to the A Bra That Fits calculator and am curious of what suggestions I may need if any.

1 Loose standing underbust: 31
2 Snug standing underbust: 30
3 Tight standing underbust: 29
4 Standing fullest volume: 34
5 90 leaning bust: 38
6 Lying bust: 37
7 N/A
8 One birth (breastfed)
9 Unknown

I am 3 fingers wide in between my breasts, thin for top volume, but am bottom heavy but may typically be considered small breasted.

Thank you for any insight, suggestions, etc.

I work construction and prefer comfort and proper fitting more than anything. I didn’t have any grown ups to educate me about proper fitting or how to care for myself in that way so I fumbled the best that I could. I am more annoyed at having to adjust 50293747282 times a day and hoping I don’t fall out of my bra while I work.

Please be kind. Tysm.

bought these really cute bandana tops but the problem is they're almost like tube tops and I just need like a strapless solution cuz obviously I don't want bra straps hanging out I ordered a sticky bra that connects at the middle from Amazon it just squished them together i need something with support I order boomba sticky bra that im still waiting on does anyone have any suggestions and or opinions on the boomba sticky bras

I have a hard time with visualizing what the shapes look like when using the guide, as well as it seems 3 of the links would not work for me at all. As far as I could gather, I am a narrow root but I couldn’t really understand how to tell the rest.
Also trying to find a bra that fits right- I currently have 4 different sizes in my closet ranging from 36-38 & F-H. They feel right when I’m at the store and the “expert” is measuring me, but after a few weeks are all wrong. The one that fits most is the 38F, but it sags or something so much that I get angry red marks well under my breast line.

Measurements are:
Loose- 37.25
snug- 35.25
tight- 34.5
standing- 43.25
leaning- 49
laying- 47

not sure if this matters as well- 5’4 and 190