Alternate Bust Measurement Technique

In case the first round of measurements went awry, try this alternate. (It works particularly well for narrow torsos). Remember measurements are just a starting point. If your eggs are cracking over the sides of your diagnosed selection, or cradled in a wrinkly deflated nest, adjust your prescription. And pay attention to fit over numbers.

First remove any fluffing or flattening agents, and collect a 30 second favor from a close lady friend. Of if you choose, offer your husband a favor and let him help.

STEP 1: Band Size
Exhale and measure around your torso, start just under your arms then lead the measuring tape to meet at the top of your nest. Go like Goldilocks, not too tight, not too loose, just right. If the number is even, then that is your band size (i.e. 34"). If your measurement is an odd number then add 1". For example, if you measured 31" then round up to 32".



STEP 2: Determining Cup Size
Using a measuring tape, measure around your body across the fullest part of your bust. Again, not too tight, not too loose. To calculate your cup size, subtract your band size from Step 1 from your cup measurement.




The following chart provides sizing details.

>1"......AA
1"......A
2"......B
3"......C
4"......D
5".......DD/E
6"........DDD/F
G".........FF/G

Most manufacturers assume a 1" difference between cup sizes but some use 1½" or even 2", in other words, try it on.

If you haven't measured yet, for shame. I'm serious - I won't divulge the secret code of unmentionables until you have fresh measurements.