Another former "A-cup" has been converted!

[KatyTheCleaningLady]

I finally clicked on one of the bra threads and was shocked to hear that there's only ever been one true A-cup on here.

I have always thought of myself as a 36A. But, I tried the measuring thing and got 35" X 38".

Could I really be a 34C??

Well, I tried one on at Asda, and it fit much better than I would have ever imagined. It was a little tighter than I'd like, but the cups were perfect. A 36C wasn't as smooth a fit. I didn't have time to try on other styles. But, when I get the chance, I am going to find a bra that is suitable in a 36C.

Bra people! I am totally converted and will be going to the shops asap! But I have a question about how tight you pull the measuring tape when you do the measurement leaning forward - should the tape be loose or what?

Yes, the across bust measurement should be quite loose.

Ok 31 under. 36 doing the leaning Fwds thing
Currently in 34b which is a bit on the big size. I too have sad little boobies and only ever had a cleavage when BF.

jellybrain Try a 30E/DD and a 32DD/D for starters.

Thanks Sorrel - will try Debenhams during my lunch break tomorrow.
This is very exciting.... I don't think I've ever worn a bra which fits properly

Hi just found this amazing thread. I have been in rotten bras for 6 years after having DD. what a realisation that I just went back to wearing my Pre- PG bras thinking they would be ok!
I am measuring 34 across ribs and 40 over bent bust - can anyone convert for me I can't see a link to do so?
Many, many thanks.

DoctorAnge. Try a 34E and similar sizes (eg 34DD/F/FF)

Thanks so much , wow

Marking place too tired to measure tonight!

thanks sorrel.

30 and 35 leaning forward if someone lovely would mind doing mine.
I visited an independent lingerie shop a few months ago and she put me in a 28dd.
I haven't worn it cos I can barely breathe in it. So feel a 30 would be a better fit but what about the cup size?
I have a debenhams voucher burning a hole in my purse!

From 34A to 30DD in the wave of a measuring tape

No new bras yet but tried on a selection yesterday as I happened to be in M&S.

What. A. Revelation.

I cannot believe I have walked around believing 34A bras fitted - they are just so obviously ill-fitting now I know the 'rules'. The information in that wonderful bra blog ought to be passed to each and every teenage girl in the country. And studied by every woman who has been badly fitted by a high street store (who really should know better since they choose to label themselves as 'professionals').

I really don't understand how I have managed to get through almost 2 decades of bra wearing and not know/notice that one 'cup-size' can be a variety of sizes, depending on the back size. Just assumed that because my 'boobage' is relatively small (I'm no Pamela Anderson!) there is no way I should even consider anything over a 'B' cup. Utter madness.

stand. Try a 30DD. However, that 28DD might have been too tight because the cups were too small. Therefore, don't be scared to try a 28E, 30E and even a 30F.

Ok here are mine: 31.5 and 38.5

newbie try a 30G/FF and a 32F/FF

Thanks S :)

Thank you, will get trying some on ASAP & report back.

I need some suggestions please. Decided to wear a dress today and the straps are quite thin. Tried on the strapless (with attachable straps) bra but doesn't fit (36E, worn twice, so cross at waste) and my new bra shows too much. I have put a vest top on but that doesn't cover the bra either. When I go out I will wear a cardigan to cover up but there must be something I can wear under the dress so I don't need one.

There was a piece on bras in Woman's Hour yesterday on Radio 4 which might be worth a listen. I only caught the last few minutes. The annoying Jane Garvey was asking if fittings were free. She didn't know. Someone said they were inclusive in the price which could make people think they had to pay if they didn't then buy anything. I can't stand JG so could be being unfair. Maybe get on the radio too .

I'm back after trying my Bravissimo bras.

I'm 31/38 (I measured it as 30/37 earlier in the week so my fault) and the 30F is not quite right. The 32EE is too big on the back size. I'm going to send them back and try 30FF/G.

My question now is - the straps of all bras I try on seem to be really straining. Is it because I now have massive boobs (instead of 36Bs!) or the style of bra?

Incidently, I tried the Laurel (balconette) and Retro Bloom (half cup)

MissStrawberry Where is your new bra showing? Just the shoulder straps or at the sides too?

I didn't have R4 on yesterday but will try and find that piece on iPlayer.

WhereBeThatBlackbirdTo Yep, I'd say a 30FF/G. Do you mean the shoulder straps are straining? Are you long in the body? Do you boobs sit low down on your chest? I'm a 30GG so not that different a size and I don't get this at all in any bras. I have a feeling that the proper size might solve this for you. I have heard that the Retro Bloom is quite hard to get a great fit with.

I'd love to be long in the body!

I'm 5'2" with spaniels ears for boobs!

Perhaps try a few different styles if the credit card can withstand it? What shape are you? Full on top/bottom? Shallow/deep? Wide or narrow set?

SorrellForbes - without the vest top it shows at the side and along the top of the whole chest area. The dress isn't particularly low cut at all. With the vest top the straps and curved round to the cup area still shows.

Which bra is it? Just thinking that you probably need a lower cut style like a half cup or maybe something like the Wonderbra Ultimate strapless.