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Can any of you gals explain to us guys how you measure a breast's cup size! 
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You're welcome. 
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Understanding Bra Sizes If you just don`t understand all the numbers in getting a bra that fits then here are some tips to help you. Follow these steps to ensure you are shopping for a bra in the correct size..
1st Step:
Measure Under the Bustline
Measure underneath the bustline and make sure to measure tightly. Also, make sure the tape is straight across the back. If you come up with a half measurement, like 32 1/2, round UP to 33”. If you measure between 32 and 32 1/2, round DOWN. (In general, the rule of thumb for all measuring is: less than 1/2”, round DOWN, more than a 1/2”, round UP.)
Write this measurement Down. This is Measurement 1
2nd Step:
Calculate Your Cup Size
If MEASUREMENT 1 is UNDER 33 inches, add 5 inches. If this number is odd, round up to the next EVEN number. If MEASUREMENT 1 is over 33 inches, add 3 inches. If this number is odd, round up to the next EVEN number. Write this EVEN number down. This is your BAND SIZE.
3rd Step:
Calculate Your Size
First, subract MEASUREMENT 1 from MEASUREMENT 2. Then consult the following chart to find your CUP SIZE.Subract MEASUREMENT 1 from MEASUREMENT 2. If MEASUREMENT 2 Is: Your
CUP SIZE is:
0” larger than MEASUREMENT 1--------------------AA
1” larger than MEASUREMENT 1--------------------A
2” larger than MEASUREMENT 1--------------------B
3” larger than MEASUREMENT 1--------------------C
4” larger than MEASUREMENT 1--------------------D
5” larger than MEASUREMENT 1--------------------DD
Ever wonder why DD is bigger than D but AA is smaller than A?
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Wow nikki, that was a great response! I went and got properly measured and it makes a huge difference to how you feel about your boobs and how they sit...
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HAHA!! its not like it is a secret, I just googled "how to measure correct bra size". Or you can just go to a store and get a proper bra fitting. Nothing worse than an uncomfortable bra! But can anyone answer why there is AA and DD? Why no CC or BB? LOL!!
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Well at least I squeeze in at an A
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well no matter what you "measure" as different styles and brands of bras fit different. I have bras in 3 different cup sizes and they all fit because of that.
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