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.

This one in white.

Sorrell I would say fuller bottom, quite wide set (can't believe I'm discussing my boobs with you!). I bf two babies many years ago.

I have found balconette styles have fit best previously but that was in M&S days.

WhereBeThatBlackbirdTo You lose all shame on the bra threads Many people with boobs that are fuller on the bottom get on well with half cups and balconettes. The Bravissimo half cups are good for wide set boobs as is the Curvy Kate Showgirl range.

MissStrawberry That's quite a full/high cut isn't it? Have you tried some balconette styles?

It is and to be honest I didn't think anything of it as it was the only one in the shop to fit and the dress I have decided to wear today isn't one I wear often. If I can get a bra to wear under it though I will. I bought 3 new ones yesterday so will see if any of those work. I mentioned them previously on this thread. The dress straps are very thin so I may need a strapless bra.

Spent lunch break trying on bras in Debenhams. 30 band was too tight so think 32 is the one to go for. Tried a D but serious armpit bulge issues. Ran out of time but purchased a bikini top in 32 dd which I will try at home and return if no good.
Hope the 32 dd works e sounds very scary
Like others I can 't believe I've spent so long in the wrong size bra.
SC I am in awe of your knowledge.
The bit about cup size being relative to band size is a revelation. I suppose it works a bit like shoe size and width.

Using the measuring system and suggestions here, I ordered a 30d la senza bra from ebay. I think it fits ok-ish. Now my question is "why do I now have a roll of back fat either side of the straps?" ( I have scooped!)

I am slim, a size 6-8 with no extra fat on my ribs and back. Surely if you get a tighter band then you will have bulges either side of the straps?
It's not a good look

big buttons that normally means cup too small

Or strangely that, the band isn't tight enough. As soon as I put it on it didn't feel much different to my 32b even on the tightest fitting. So anything I scoop just works it's way back out again.
Does that seem like a possibility?

Are the bra ladies still around? Can you help me?
I'm back to work soon so looking forward to wearing a non-nursing bra!

I measured my back as 37inches and leant forward and measured my bust as 47inches. Does this really mean I'm a 36H or a 38G?

Surely not...Please advise.

It can be both bigbuttons - scooping basically requires the cup to be big enough to contain it in the first place, and the back to be tight enough to keep it there!

stixs start with a 36GG and 36H- you might need a 38 but most people get on better rounding down

THanks S, the cup's definitely not too small. I took a punt buying from ebay. Didn't cost much. I'll go into a shop when I next get the chance

Thank you Statistically Challenged it sounds huge! I will order a few to try.

I bought a bra off amazon- 34 H and it fits soooooooooooo much better than the one I had on.

Thank you!!!!

do find that bras cut me under the arm pit in general tho, why is that?

It could be a style thing (some are worse than others) but it could also be that you are just not used to your bra being that far round and will take a wee bit of time to get used to it

Bra gurus. I measure 32.5 and 38. What would you say I am? Thanks

I would say I'm 32d. Just used the first suggested break size calculator on Google. It put me as 38c.

I would say 32DD/E based on the measurements - what size are you wearing just now?

Hi Statistically Challenged- I would appreciate some advice too. I am pregnant and have detected that my breasts have grown and would like some advice as I don't really have faith in my local M&S' accuracy.

I am measuring 35 under the bust and 40 around the fullest part of the bust whilst bending over.

Thank you :)

Pisces you'd be 34E/F or 36DD/E I reckon. Usually I'd say smaller band would be better but if you're buying for pregnancy and may grow again you might prefer the 36. If your current cup size is ok you can buy extenders for the back if necessary. Finally underwired is fine in pregnancy as long as it fits properly.

Oh god - I've been wearing a 36C (but knew it wasn't 'quite' right.) Thank you Celtic Promise; am going for a trying on session later today.

Thanks again :)

Thanks statistically. I'm in a 32d. I love playtex and the identical john lewis bra thats made by playtex which fit perfectly. Norks spread into armpits so many styles look wrong. I have to wear underwired and can only wear underwired bikinis. I've always done the scooping.

For armpit norks you might like the curvy Kate showgirls-tease me, , fleurty and entice for example, and tutti rouge from bravissimo. The bravissimo half cups are also quite wide

Got new bras today...from a riding up/bulging 32dd to a 30ff. PMSL at the fact that I have bras by "curvy Kate" when I look flat chested as ever..the bra fitters were surprised at my cup size too. I'm 6ft, same size boobs on my 5ft 2 friend look huge!

So I have another convert. DSis is currently in a 38D. Measures 32 in back and 42. So I'm thinking 32G?