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Another former "A-cup" has been converted!

628 replies

KatyTheCleaningLady · 18/07/2013 02:08

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.

OP posts:
PollyEstherNightie · 18/07/2013 14:04

Aha, have just seen that OP tried an Asda one. Will have a go with Primark/H&M/New Look and see what happens.

And my apologies for hijacking your thread, Katy Flowers

StatisticallyChallenged · 18/07/2013 14:04

you won't find 28s in cheap high street places. bravissimo or debenhams have best in store range or check out brastop, leia, mycurvesandme and even amazon

StatisticallyChallenged · 18/07/2013 14:05

thecraicdealer have you been fitted at a 34a? ?if so experience on here suggests that you are probably a 30dd or there about

InTheRedCorner · 18/07/2013 14:13

Another sad boobie owner here, mainly a b cup.

I have flabby bits that sit between my armpit and strap, is it extra forgotton boob Shock

TheCraicDealer · 18/07/2013 14:18

"Bonus Boob" has a better ring to it InTheRedCorner.

If I'm a DD cup I will pee my pants in excitement.

InTheRedCorner · 18/07/2013 14:25

Grin I need to buy a tape measure asap!

StatisticallyChallenged · 18/07/2013 14:34

red corner it is boob and belongs in the cup

InTheRedCorner · 18/07/2013 14:37

I never knew! I've always been an A, only started wearing a B after my 3rd was born, just guessed really.

Keztrel · 18/07/2013 14:55

What would 27 round ribs and 33 round boobs be?

Keztrel · 18/07/2013 14:55

please Blush

StatisticallyChallenged · 18/07/2013 14:58

start at 28dd

Keztrel · 18/07/2013 14:59

Thanks Statistically. So does the measurement round your ribs correspond to the size, ie if you measure 30 round the ribs you need a 30 bra?

StatisticallyChallenged · 18/07/2013 15:01

it does indeed. Most people actually round down if an odd number but 26s don't really exist

bigbuttons · 18/07/2013 15:01

I have just measured myself with the bra guru guidelines and I come up as a 30D!!! I am currently wearing 32B. D cup me?! I can't actually believe it will fit! I have almost no bust. Can't wait to try a bra out though!
BtW my measuring made me nearly 30" under and 34 over boobs, does 30D sound right?
I like the idea of the balcony bra, I too don't have much on top.

bigbuttons · 18/07/2013 15:02

new look do 30" I will be off to check it out!

StatisticallyChallenged · 18/07/2013 15:03

sounds right big buttons. a d on a 30 isn't huge-cup size is relative to back size

Keztrel · 18/07/2013 15:05

I have lots of 32C and D bras - they're v comfy but not doing a lot for me support-wise! Always thought I was a 32 until my 5'10" massive boobed friend was measured as a 32F by Bravissimo and looked at me like this Hmm when I told her I was a 32 as well.

InTheRedCorner · 18/07/2013 15:06

I just bought a tape measure, bit rude to whip them out in he school playground so will have to wait until I get home Grin

tinierclanger · 18/07/2013 15:06

Non believers please do try the new size. I looked completely different and so much better in a 28c instead of 34a. Even naked I felt like my boobs suddenly looked better and curvier!

bigbuttons · 18/07/2013 15:07

Thanks for link. It seems I have 'shallow' breasts! Wow what alot I'm learning today!

HaPPy8 · 18/07/2013 15:16

I have the worlds smallest boobs. Measure 29inches under, 33inches over. What should i wear? I need all the help i can get as very empty looking boobs.

StatisticallyChallenged · 18/07/2013 15:18

try the following sizes as you are in between. ..28d, 28dd, 30d and 30c

stopusingmynicknames · 18/07/2013 15:23

marking my place to try later, after I've picked the kids up and when they've all buggered off outside to play

InTheRedCorner · 18/07/2013 16:56

Ok I'm measuring 29 underneath and 33 across the bust...

StatisticallyChallenged · 18/07/2013 16:58

So that's trying a 28DD, 28D, 30D and 30C

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