Bra Size Calculator India: How to Measure Bra Size

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A bra of the right size and fit enhances appearance and boosts confidence. When you wear the correct-sized bra, you will also feel comfortable all day long. In addition, you won’t have to worry about bulges or sagging when you wear a bra of the perfect size and fit. To get or purchase a bra of the right size, you must first know your accurate bra size, which can be achieved using the Shyaway bra size calculator. We will help you learn how to measure bra size using this calculator.

Shyaway understands the need for accurate measurements, and so, it has made the procedure for using the bra size calculator convenient for you. To begin with, you will need the following items to measure your bra size.

A measuring tape
A non-padded bra
A mirror

How to Measure Bra Size?

Firstly, you need your bust size and band size to get your correct bra size. The instructions to measure the bust and band sizes are given below.

Calculate Your Bust Size:

Ensure you are wearing a non-padded bra.
Stand straight and wrap the measuring tape around the fullest part of the bust.
The tape must be placed at the apex level. It should not be too tight or too loose.
Note down the measurement in cm.

Calculate Your Band Size:

Make sure you are wearing a non-padded bra.
Stand straight and wrap the measuring tape around your torso.
When you wrap the tape, it should snugly fit your band. That is, it must not be too tight or too loose.
Make note of the measurement in cm.

How to Use a Bra Size Calculator?

Let’s see how to obtain your correct bra size using the Shyaway bra size calculator.

Calculate Your Bra Size

Now that you have your bust and band sizes, let’s use Shyaway bra size calculator to obtain your correct bra size. To do the same, follow the steps here.

On the Shyaway bra size calculator, enter your band size and bust size in the respective boxes. Since you have noted down the measurements in cm, you can enter the same values in the boxes.
Can you see the GET MY SIZE button? Now, just click the button.
Once the page refreshes, you will see your accurate bra size!

Do you have your measurements in inches? Here’s how to read Shyaway bra size chart in inches.

Shyaway India Bra Size Chart

We have seen how to get the correct bra size using the bra size calculator online when you input the bust and band sizes in cm. However, if you measure yourself in inches, use the following size chart to know your correct bra size.

UNDER BUST	BAND SIZE	OVER BUST
UNDER BUST	BAND SIZE	CUP A	CUP B	CUP C	CUP D	CUP DD	CUP E	CUP F	CUP G
58-62	28	71/73	73/76	76-78	78/81	81/83	83/86	86/88	88/91
63-67	30	76/78	78/81	81/83	83/86	86/88	88/91	91/93	93/96
68-72	32	81/83	83/86	86/88	88/91	91/93	93/96	96/99	99/101
73-77	34	86/88	88/91	91/93	93/96	96/99	99/101	101/104	104/106
78-82	36	91/93	93/96	96/99	99/101	101/104	104/106	106/109	109/111
83-87	38	96/99	99/101	101/104	104/106	106/109	109/m	m/114	114/116
88-92	40	101/104	104/106	106/109	109/111	111/114	114/116	116/119	119/121
93-97	42	106/109	109/111	111/114	114/116	116/119	119/121	121/124	124/127
98-102	44	111/114	114/116	116/119	119/121	121/124	124/127	127/129	129/132
103-107	46	116/119	119/121	121/124	124/127	127/129	129/132	132/134	134/137
108-112	48	121/124	124/127	127/129	129/132	132/134	134/137	137/139	139/142
113-117	50	127/129	129/132	132/134	134/137	137/139	139/142	142/144	144/147
118-122	52	132/134	134/137	137/139	139/142	142/144	144/147	147/149	149/152

Reading your bra size from the chart is very simple if you know your measurements. The "Under Bust (cm)" column has various sizes that help find the band size, and the "Over Bust (cm)" columns define the cup size. You simply need to compare your measurements with the size chart.

Let’s understand how to calculate the correct bra size using the chart above!

For example, let’s find your bra size for an under bust measurement of 68 cm and an over bust measurement of 81 cm. If your under bust size is 68 cm, your band size is 32 (refer to the 3rd row). In the same row, check the over bust size, which corresponds to cup A. So, your bra size is 32A.

Similarly, if the UNDER BUST size is 85 cm, and the OVER BUST size is 102 cm, your correct bra size is 38C.

Let’s consider one more example so that you will understand the measurements better!

In case the UNDER BUST size is 122 cm, and the OVER BUST size is 144 cm, your bra size will be 52DD.

Sister Sizing

We will help you learn all you need to know about sister sizing here! It comes in handy when you cannot find bras of your perfect size. There are two categories under sister sizing. Let’s look at both.

Sister Size Up

Here, you will have one band size higher and one cup size lower. For example, if your bra size is 32A, your sister size up will be 34AA.

Sister Size Down

Here, you will have one band size lower and one cup size higher. For example, if your bra size is 32A, your sister size down will be 30B.

Knowing your sister size bra helps you get the perfect fit and also enhances your comfort.

How to Find the Perfect Bra Size?

Do you know that nearly 80% of Indian women wear incorrectly-sized or ill-fitting bras? Such bras ruin your look, and more importantly, fail to give you the much-needed support and comfort. If you wear a wrong-sized bra, its straps can dig into your skin, or slip off your shoulders. Ill-fitting bras can also lead to chest or back pain in the long run.

Shyaway understands the importance of wearing bras of the correct size because it keeps women’s comfort and well-being in mind. That’s why we have come up with the online bra size calculator, which helps you find the perfect bra!

Therefore, using this simple bra size guide, you can easily and quickly find your bra size. Let’s see how to do that!

Bra Size/Fitting Checklist

If your bra is of the right size and fit, all its parts will also be perfect and fit you well so that you feel comfortable. We provide you with a bra checklist that describes how exactly the parts of a well-fitting bra of the right size should be. Take a look!

Cups

The cups must not be too tight or too loose. In case they are too tight, you will find red marks on your skin. If they are too loose, your breasts might sag. However, if you wear a well-fitting bra, you can avoid both of these problems.

Centre Gore

This is the section between the cups. In the right-sized bra, the centre gore will be flat.

Front and Back Straps

The straps should not fall off the shoulders. Straps that are too tight will leave marks on the shoulders or at the back. A well-fitting bra can help you avoid both these problems.

Hook-and-Eye Closure

When you wear a brand-new bra, the outermost hook-and-eye closure should give you a snug fit and make you feel comfortable.

Underwire (For Wired Bras)

The underwires must not poke into the skin or cause any discomfort.

Underband and Sideband

The underband must sit flat and parallel to the breasts. The sideband should be broad enough to avoid breast spillage.

Ring and Slider

The straps of a bra contain the ring and slider. In a bra with adjustable straps, the rings should allow proper length adjustments. The sliders should also help with the adjustments.

FAQs About Bra Size Calculator and Bra Size Measurement

Why do you add 4 inches to your band size?

You can determine your bra band size by adding four inches to your band size. Subtract your bust size from your acquired bra band size to get your cup size. For example, if your band size is 30 inches and your bust size is 36 inches, adding four to the band size (4 + 30) gives 34 inches.

Subtracting bust size from band size (36 - 34) gives 2 inches. This 2-inch represents the letter B as cup size.

What are cup sizes A, B, C, and D?

Bras are available in different sizes. Letters A, B, C, and D denote cup sizes. Numbers like 32, 34, 36, and 38 are measurements of underbust called band size. The cup size indicates the volume of the bust and as the letters increase, the cup size also increases.
Example: Bra size 34B indicates that your boob is a B cup and your bra is 34 inches around.

Will the bra increase breast size?

No, a bra will not cause or prevent breast growth. It is determined by a woman’s genes and hormones, not by her bra. Wearing the correct size bra makes you feel more at ease. A smaller bra causes breast pain due to compression, while a larger bra provides insufficient support and causes saginess and bouncing.

What happens if you wear the wrong size?

Wearing the wrong bra sizes leads to the following health issues, including

Breast tissue pain and discomfort
Backache, neckache and headache
Poor posture. Your bra restricts your posture
No proper support for your breasts

Can the Bra size calculator be used for all types of bras?

Yes, the Bra size calculator is versatile and suitable for various bra styles, including sports bras, push-up bras, padded bras, and everyday bras.

Which bra size is larger, 34 or 36?

First, bra sizes consist of two components: the bra cup size (represented by letters) and the band size (measured in cm or inches). Now, a 36 is larger than a 34 if we only discuss the band size.

But there's another factor to consider here: cup size. The 34B has a bigger cup size than the 36A if we are comparing the two. However, the 36C has a larger band size and a larger cup size when compared to the 34B. The most accurate method for determining our actual size is to use the Shyaway Bra size calculator.

When should you switch to a smaller size bra?

If you experience a lot of bouncing, breast spillage, or gaping inside the cups, you must switch to a smaller-size bra. Read the signs you need a smaller size bra for better clarity.

How do you know when to go up a bra size?

If you experience spillage, lack support, and have discomfort with the underwire, you may need a bigger size bra. Read the signs you're ready to buy a bigger bra size to know more.

What are clear signs that the bra centre gore doesn’t fit you?

The band is too big.
The cup might be too small.
You may be wearing the wrong style of bra.

To learn more, read How Does the Centre Gore of a Bra Fit

How should the bra band fit?

There should be no more than one finger's gap between the bra band and your back. It should fit snugly and shouldn't be too tight or loose. To learn more, read Everything about the Bra Wings and Band'

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