The Ultimate Bra Fit Guide for Every Style

Welcome to the Wingslove Fit Guide! If you've ever found yourself asking, "what's my bra size?", or wondering why different bra sizes seem to fit so inconsistently across various styles, you've come to the right place. This guide is here to demystify exactly how do bra sizes work, helping you find the perfect, most comfortable fit for every single piece in your wardrobe.

Bra Fit Guide by Style: How to Find the Right Size

How to Measure Your Bra Size Accurately

Getting the right measurements is the first step to finding your perfect fit. Here’s how to do it in three simple steps:

Step 1: Measure Your Band Size (Under Bust)

While wearing a non-padded bra, wrap a measuring tape snugly around your ribcage, directly under your bust. Make sure the tape is level all the way around and parallel to the floor. Round to the nearest whole number in inches.

Step 2: Measure Your Bust Size (Over Bust)

Wrap the measuring tape loosely around the fullest part of your bust. It should be comfortable, not tight. Again, ensure the tape is level and round to the nearest whole number.

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Step 3: Calculate Your Cup Size

Now, it's simple math:

Bust Measurement - Band Measurement = Your Cup Size Difference

Once you have that number, you can use a size chart to find your cup size. But for an instant and precise result, why not let us do the work?

Try our Bra Size Calculator Inches for a quick and accurate recommendation tailored just for you!

 

Use Our Bra Size Calculator

 

Difference (Inches) Cup Size
1" A
2" B
3" C
4" D
5" DD / E
6" DDD / F
7" G
8" H

Example: If your band measurement is 34" and your bust measurement is 38", the difference is 4". Your perfect bra size is a 34D.

International Size Conversion Chart

Bra sizing can vary around the world. Use this chart to easily convert your size between US, UK, European, and Australian standards.

USA UK EUR AU
28 (A-H) 28 (A-H) 60 (A-H) 6 (A-H)
30 (A-H) 30 (A-H) 65 (A-H) 8 (A-H)
32 (A-H) 32 (A-H) 70 (A-H) 10 (A-H)
34 (A-H) 34 (A-H) 75 (A-H) 12 (A-H)
36 (A-H) 36 (A-H) 80 (A-H) 14 (A-H)
38 (A-H) 38 (A-H) 85 (A-H) 16 (A-H)
40 (A-H) 40 (A-H) 90 (A-H) 18 (A-H)
42 (A-H) 42 (A-H) 95 (A-H) 20 (A-H)
44 (A-H) 44 (A-H) 100 (A-H) 22 (A-H)
46 (A-H) 46 (A-H) 105 (A-H) 24 (A-H)
48 (A-H) 48 (A-H) 110 (A-H) 26 (A-H)

T-Shirt Bras: Your Baseline for a Perfect Fit

What is a T-shirt bra?

A T-shirt bra is your secret to a seamless silhouette. It's designed with smooth, molded cups that are invisible under clothing, especially thin or tight-fitting tops. Its goal is to provide a natural, rounded shape with no visible lines or bumps, making it an essential for everyday wear.

Tshirtbra sizing

How do I find the right size for a T-shirt Bra?

Finding the perfect fit comes down to a few key checks. Here’s what to look for:

  • The Band: It should be snug and level across your back, fitting securely without digging in. If you can comfortably fit two fingers underneath, it's just right.
  • The Cups: Your breasts should be fully contained within the cups with no gapping at the top or spilling out at the sides. A smooth line from the cup to your body is the goal.
  • The Straps: Adjust them so they sit comfortably on your shoulders without slipping down or digging into your skin. They should only provide about 10% of the support—the band does the rest!
  • The Center Gore: The piece of fabric between the cups (the gore) should lie flat against your sternum without any gaps.

The best way to start is by getting an accurate baseline. Use our Bra Size Calculator to find your true size, then select the corresponding T-shirt bra. You can also explore our full collection and use the "Filter" function to find the perfect style for you. You can also refer to the specific T-shirt bra size chart on the product page for detailed guidance.

T-Shirt Bra Chart

Brand Size US Size Band Cup
32 32 26 3/4 - 28 1/4 A
34 34 28 3/4 - 30 1/4 B
36 36 30 3/4 - 32 1/4 C
38 38 32 3/4 - 38 1/4 D
40 40 34 3/4 - 36 1/4 DD
42 42 36 3/4 - 38 1/4 DDD
44 44 38 3/4 - 40 1/4 G
46 46 40 3/4 - 42 1/4 H
48 48 42 3/4 - 44 1/4 I
50 50 44 3/4 - 46 1/4 J

Push-Up Bras: Understanding the Fit and Function

Push-Up Bras Before And After

How do push up bras work?

Push-up bras are designed with padding at the bottom or sides of the cups to lift your breast tissue upwards and inwards. This creates a fuller appearance and enhanced cleavage. At Wingslove, our push-up bras come in different lift levels to help you achieve your desired look:

  • Level 1: Gentle Lift. This style provides a subtle lift for a naturally enhanced shape. It's perfect for those who already have full or semi-full busts and just want a little extra definition.
  • Level 2: Moderate Lift (Adds One Cup Size). Offering a noticeable boost, this level adds approximately one full cup size to your natural shape. It's an ideal choice for semi-full busts looking for more volume.
  • Level 3: Maximum Lift (Adds Two Cup Sizes). This is our ultimate enhancer. Designed for smaller cup sizes or anyone craving a dramatically fuller look, this level adds about two cup sizes for maximum impact.

How should push up bras fit?

Finding the right fit is crucial for both comfort and effect. Because the padding takes up space in the cup, our top recommendation is to go up one cup size from your regular T-shirt bra size. For example, if you're a 36C, try a 36D in our push-up styles.

To find your perfect starting point, use our Bra Size Calculator. Once you have your recommended size, you can explore our collection and use the "Filter" function to find the perfect push-up bra for you. You can also refer to the specific push up bra size chart on the product page for detailed guidance.

 PUSH UP BRA Chart

Brand Size Under Bust (in) Over Bust (in)
32A 27.4 - 28.5 3.9 - 4.9
32B 27.4 - 28.5 4.9 - 5.9
32C 27.4 - 28.5 5.9 - 6.9
32D 27.4 - 28.5 6.9 - 7.9
32DD 27.4 - 28.5 7.9 - 8.9
32DDD 27.4 - 28.5 8.9 - 9.8
32G 27.4 - 28.5 9.8 - 10.8
32H 27.4 - 28.5 10.8 - 11.8
34A 28.5 - 30.5 3.9 - 4.9
34B 28.5 - 30.5 4.9 - 5.9
34C 28.5 - 30.5 5.9 - 6.9
34D 28.5 - 30.5 6.9 - 7.9
34DD 28.5 - 30.5 7.9 - 8.9
34DDD 28.5 - 30.5 8.9 - 9.8
34G 28.5 - 30.5 9.8 - 10.8
34H 28.5 - 30.5 10.8 - 11.8
36A 30.5 - 32.5 3.9 - 4.9
36B 30.5 - 32.5 4.9 - 5.9
36C 30.5 - 32.5 5.9 - 6.9
36D 30.5 - 32.5 6.9 - 7.9
36DD 30.5 - 32.5 7.9 - 8.9
36DDD 30.5 - 32.5 8.9 - 9.8
36G 30.5 - 32.5 9.8 - 10.8
36H 30.5 - 32.5 10.8 - 11.8
38A 32.5 - 34.5 3.9 - 4.9
38B 32.5 - 34.5 4.9 - 5.9
38C 32.5 - 34.5 5.9 - 6.9
38D 32.5 - 34.5 6.9 - 7.9
38DD 32.5 - 34.5 7.9 - 8.9
38DDD 32.5 - 34.5 8.9 - 9.8
38G 32.5 - 34.5 9.8 - 10.8
38H 32.5 - 34.5 10.8 - 11.8
40A 34.5 - 36.4 3.9 - 4.9
40B 34.5 - 36.4 4.9 - 5.9
40C 34.5 - 36.4 5.9 - 6.9
40D 34.5 - 36.4 6.9 - 7.9
40DD 34.5 - 36.4 7.9 - 8.9
40DDD 34.5 - 36.4 8.9 - 9.8
40G 34.5 - 36.4 9.8 - 10.8
40H 34.5 - 36.4 10.8 - 11.8

Minimizer Bras: The Secret to a Streamlined Silhouette

Minimizer Bra Before And After

What is a minimizer bra?

A minimizer bra is a style specifically engineered to reduce the forward projection of your bust, creating a visually smaller and more streamlined silhouette under clothing. It's the perfect solution for preventing button-down shirts from gaping.

How does a minimizer bra work?

It's not magic, it's smart design! Rather than simply compressing your chest, a minimizer bra works by:

  • Redistributing Breast Tissue: It gently redistributes breast tissue more evenly across your chest wall and towards the sides, rather than pushing it forward.
  • Using Non-Stretch Cups: The cups are made from firm, non-stretch fabric that holds your shape securely, preventing bounce and providing a compact profile.
  • Offering Full Coverage: Fuller, wider cups provide excellent coverage to prevent any spilling, ensuring a smooth look from every angle.

How do I choose the right size for a minimizer bra?

This is the most important part: you should choose your true, regular bra size. A minimizer bra is already designed to achieve the slimming effect, so sizing down will only cause discomfort and a poor fit.

Start by finding your accurate measurements with our Bra Size Calculator. Once you have your size, you can confidently shop our collection. You can also refer to the specific minimizer bra size chart on the product page for detailed guidance.

Minimizer Bra Chart

Brand Size US Size Under Bust (in) Over Bust (in) Cup
36B 36B 32 - 33 38 B
36C 36C 32 - 33 39 C
36D 36D 32 - 33 40 D
36DD 36DD 32 - 33 41 DD
36DDD 36DDD 32 - 33 42 DDD
36G 36G 32 - 33 43 G
36H 36H 32 - 33 44 H
38B 38B 34 - 36 40 B
38C 38C 34 - 36 41 C
38D 38D 34 - 36 42 D
38DD 38DD 34 - 36 43 DD
38DDD 38DDD 34 - 36 44 DDD
38G 38G 34 - 36 45 G
38H 38H 34 - 36 46 H
40B 40B 37 - 40 42 B
40C 40C 37 - 40 43 C
40D 40D 37 - 40 44 D
40DD 40DD 37 - 40 45 DD
40DDD 40DDD 37 - 40 46 DDD
40G 40G 37 - 40 47 G
40H 40H 37 - 40 48 H
42B 42B 41 - 43 44 B
42C 42C 41 - 43 45 C
42D 42D 41 - 43 46 D
42DD 42DD 41 - 43 47 DD
42DDD 42DDD 41 - 43 48 DDD
42G 42G 41 - 43 49 G
42H 42H 41 - 43 50 H
44B 44B 44 - 45 47 B
44C 44C 44 - 45 48 C
44D 44D 44 - 45 49 D
44DD 44DD 44 - 45 50 DD
44DDD 44DDD 44 - 45 51 DDD
44G 44G 44 - 45 52 G
44H 44H 44 - 45 53 H
46B 46B 46 - 48 50 B
46C 46C 46 - 48 51 C
46D 46D 46 - 48 52 D
46DD 46DD 46 - 48 53 DD
46DDD 46DDD 46 - 48 54 DDD
46G 46G 46 - 48 55 G
46H 46H 46 - 48 56 H
48C 48C 49 - 51 54 C
48D 48D 49 - 51 55 D
48DD 48DD 49 - 51 56 DD
48DDD 48DDD 49 - 51 57 DDD
48G 48G 49 - 51 58 G
48H 48H 49 - 51 59 H

Sports Bra Sizing: Where Support Meets Comfort

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How do I know if my sports bra fits correctly?

A great sports bra should feel slightly snugger than your everyday bra, but it shouldn't be restrictive. The key is finding a secure fit that minimizes bounce without sacrificing comfort. Here are the golden rules for sports bra sizing:

  • Don't automatically size down! While a firm fit is essential, choosing a size that's too small can restrict breathing and cause discomfort.
  • Your body changes, and so does your bra size. Factors like weight fluctuations, hormonal changes, and pregnancy can all affect your size. We recommend measuring yourself every time you buy a new sports bra.
  • Start with your current size. Your regular bra size is the best starting point. For an accurate measurement, use our Bra Size Calculator to find your most up-to-date size.

How do I find the right sports bra for my activity?

Beyond size, the most important factor is matching the bra's support level to your activity's impact level. Sports bras are generally categorized into three levels of support:

  • Low-Impact Support: Perfect for activities like yoga, walking, and stretching. Provides gentle support and maximum comfort.
  • Medium-Impact Support: Ideal for activities like light jogging, cycling, and hiking. Offers a balance of compression and comfort.
  • High-Impact Support: Essential for high-intensity activities like running, aerobics, and mountain biking. Delivers maximum support to prevent excessive movement and discomfort.

Pro Tip: Women with larger busts may prefer the security of a high-impact bra even for lower-impact activities. Ultimately, the best sports bra is one that fits perfectly, feels comfortable, and matches your personal style. You can also refer to the specific sports bra size chart on the product page for detailed guidance.

Sports Bra Chart

Brand Size US Size Under Bust (in) Over Bust (in) Cup
34B 34B 27.5 - 29.5 34 - 35 B
34C 34C 27.5 - 29.5 35 - 36 C
34D 34D 27.5 - 29.5 36 - 37 D
34DD 34DD 27.5 - 29.5 37 - 38 DD
34DDD 34DDD 27.5 - 29.5 38 - 39 DDD
34G 34G 27.5 - 29.5 39 - 40 G
36B 36B 30 - 31 36 - 37 B
36C 36C 30 - 31 37 - 38 C
36D 36D 30 - 31 38 - 39 D
36DD 36DD 30 - 31 39 - 40 DD
36DDD 36DDD 30.5 - 32.2 40 - 41 DDD
36G 36G 30.5 - 32.2 41 - 42 G
38B 38B 32.5 - 34.5 38 - 39 B
38C 38C 32 - 34.5 39 - 40 C
38D 38D 32.5 - 34.5 40 - 41 D
38DD 38DD 32.5 - 34.5 41 - 42 DD
38DDD 38DDD 32.5 - 34.5 42 - 43 DDD
38G 38G 32.5 - 34.5 43 - 44 G
40B 40B 33.5 - 35.5 40 - 41 B
40C 40C 33.5 - 35.5 41 - 42 C
40D 40D 33.5 - 35.5 42 - 43 D
40DD 40DD 33.5 - 35.5 43 - 44 DD
40DDD 40DDD 33.5 - 35.5 44 - 45 DDD
40G 40G 33.5 - 35.5 45 - 46 G
42B 42B 36.5 - 38.5 42 - 43 B
42C 42C 36.5 - 38.5 43 - 44 C
42D 42D 36.5 - 38.5 44 - 45 D
42DD 42DD 36.5 - 38.5 45 - 46 DD
42DDD 42DDD 36.5 - 38.5 46 - 47 DDD
42G 42G 36.5 - 38.5 47 - 48 G
44B 44B 38.5 - 40.5 44 - 45 B
44C 44C 38.5 - 40.5 45 - 46 C
44D 44D 38.5 - 40.5 46 - 47 D
44DD 44DD 38.5 - 40.5 47 - 48 DD
44DDD 44DDD 38.5 - 40.5 48 - 49 DDD
44G 44G 38.5 - 40.5 49 - 50 G
46B 46B 40.5 - 42.5 46 - 47 B
46C 46C 40.5 - 42.5 47 - 48 C
46D 46D 40.5 - 42.5 48 - 49 D
46DD 46DD 40.5 - 42.5 49 - 50 DD
46DDD 46DDD 40.5 - 42.5 50 - 51 DDD
46G 46G 40.5 - 42.5 51 - 52 G
48B 48B 42.5 - 44.5 48 - 49 B
48C 48C 42.5 - 44.5 49 - 50 C
48D 48D 42.5 - 44.5 50 - 51 D
48DD 48DD 42.5 - 44.5 51 - 52 DD
48DDD 48DDD 42.5 - 44.5 52 - 53 DDD
48G 48G 42.5 - 44.5 53 - 54 G

Strapless Bra Sizing Guide: The Secret to a Secure, Strapless Fit

Strapless bras

What's the right way to do strapless bra sizing?

A great strapless experience is all about a super-secure band. Since there are no straps for support, the band has to do all the work. For this reason, we highly recommend using the "Sister Size" rule for the perfect fit:

Go DOWN one band size, and go UP one cup size.

For example, if your regular T-shirt bra size is a 36C, your ideal strapless bra sizing will likely be a 34D. This ensures the band is firm enough to stay in place all day without slipping.

Can strapless bras actually support larger busts?

Absolutely! We've designed our strapless bras with the support you need in mind. Here’s how:

  • Supportive Fabrics: We use high-quality, structured materials that provide excellent lift and hold.
  • Anti-Slip Silicone Grips: A premium silicone grip lines the edges of the band and cups, ensuring the bra stays securely in place without any slipping.
  • Comfort-Driven Design: Our strapless bras are crafted to feel snug without being restrictive, so you can confidently rock your shoulder-baring outfits. The skin-friendly materials ensure you feel free and comfortable.

Is it versatile?

Yes! Every Wingslove strapless bra comes with a set of detachable straps. This means you can wear it as a traditional bra too, making it a versatile and valuable addition to your lingerie collection, not just something for special occasions. You can also refer to the specific strapless bra size chart on the product page for detailed guidance.

Strapless Bra Chart

Brand Size US Size Band Cup
32 32 26 3/4 - 28 1/4 A
34 34 28 3/4 - 30 1/4 B
36 36 30 3/4 - 32 1/4 C
38 38 32 3/4 - 38 1/4 D
40 40 34 3/4 - 36 1/4 DD
42 42 36 3/4 - 38 1/4 DDD
44 44 38 3/4 - 40 1/4 G
46 46 40 3/4 - 42 1/4 H
48 48 42 3/4 - 44 1/4 I
50 50 44 3/4 - 46 1/4 J

Understanding Bra Sister Sizes: Your Secret Weapon

wingslove sister bra size chart

What are bra sister sizes?

Bra sister sizes are alternate sizes where the cup volume stays the same, even though the band size and cup letter change. It’s a simple trade-off system that can unlock your perfect fit.

The golden rule is:

  • When you go UP one band size, you go DOWN one cup letter.
  • When you go DOWN one band size, you go UP one cup letter.

For example, a 34C has the exact same cup volume as a 36B and a 32D.

When should I use sister sizing?

Sister sizing is your best friend in a few common situations. It's the perfect tool to use when you find a bra where:

  • The cups fit perfectly, but the band is too loose.
    Solution: Go down one band size and up one cup size (e.g., from 36C to 34D).
  • The cups fit perfectly, but the band is too tight.
    Solution: Go up one band size and down one cup size (e.g., from 36C to 38B).

This technique is incredibly useful when your body fluctuates due to hormonal changes or weight changes, helping you fine-tune your fit. Ready to find yours?

Check out the bra sister size chart below! Find your current size, then look to the left or right to discover your sister sizes.

Wingslove Sisiter Bra Size Chart