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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:
1gglePiggle · 19/07/2013 11:44

I measure 32 and 39. Have been to M&s (crap selection) and debenhams this morning and have tried varying ones from 32f-ff-g. However with all of them I have the problem of fat spillage under my arms even though I did the scooping. It just seems the tightness of the band gives me loads of fat and no matter how much I rearrange I can't get rid of it. Any ideas?

I ended up buying a 32e which made boobs look ok so will be all right under a jumper but can't wear it with any sleeveless dresses. Shall I return it do u think? M&S don't seem to do ff size.

Help!

propertyNIGHTmareBEFOREXMAS · 19/07/2013 12:15

Thank you, Sparkle. I will go and try some bras on in the suggested sizes. I think because my breasts are shallow/wide root I didn't seem to fill the top of larger cup sizes in a 34 band. So a 34 d or c would wrinkle at the top of cup on me. Not ever tried half cup styles though they might have worked I suppose. I am going shopping tomorrow! It is only since becoming aware this morning of shallow breast/wide root thing that I can see where the problems have arisen! I'll report back in due course.

InTheRedCorner · 19/07/2013 12:30

George don't stock anything smaller than a 32, I'm looking for 28 Nd 30 in C & D.

I can't belive I am 37 and didn't know any of this, my boobs are wide and hang out next to my armpit all day in an A cup!!

Velve · 19/07/2013 12:40

Thanks Sorrel. I kind of expected it with Freya, it mostly seems to give a pointy look and be all wonky in the sizing. Likewise with CK.
I just so wanted some to fit as they seem to be the rare ones with low enough wires at the front.
The Lucy gives me a lovely shape but as with all other Cleo bras it comes up too high in the centre and rubs into my boobs, I actually get bruises. Ouch.
It was so easy to buy bras pre pregnancy, now I feel like a weird narrow shouldered, wonky boobed alien.

LovelyWeatherForDucks · 19/07/2013 13:00

Ooh ooh this sounds v interesting - currently wearing a random selection of sizes that I bought during pregnancy and breastfeeding so no idea what I should be.

I'm measuring 29 around ribs and 35 around bust...what should I try? I also have crap pointy-triangle mini boobs now rather than nice full ones!

CelticPromise · 19/07/2013 15:49

Lovely 28E and F to start with and 30 DD and E, 28 may well be better.

CelticPromise · 19/07/2013 15:54

1ggle that might be to do with M&S bras which are not that effective in a bigger cup, it might be that you need a bigger cup and more scooping, it might be that there is some armpit excess that will escape whatever you do. I always have a bit in my armpit above the band. It's unscoopable and I think it comes of wearing a tight band that fits my small ribcage when I'm actually a bit fat elsewhere.Blush

CelticPromise · 19/07/2013 15:55

I'd return the E. I always find that imperfect bras get banished to the back of the drawer pretty fast.

CelticPromise · 19/07/2013 15:58

property the 28FF is going to be similar ish in volume to a 34D so it's not THAT big. marriednotdead had posted lots of helpful info on these threads about different bras for different boob shapes so her posts are worth a search. Happy shopping!

Wuldric · 19/07/2013 16:01

I normally am a 36D. So I tried this measuring thing and I came up with 32/38. Which I think makes me a 32 E. Is that right? So I tried some Es and inhaling was a problem. Plus underarm fat. I didn't know that I had so much.

I tried a 34E without much conviction, but it seemed to be okay.

StatisticallyChallenged · 19/07/2013 16:01

Velve I would consider venturing in to Bravissimo branded bras and looking at Ewa Michalak. They are the opposite of pointed and you should still be in their standard rather than custom size range. My boobs are very close together and they work well for me.

1iggle I have a suspicion that M&S bras might not suit you. They seem to all have a fairly standard shape to them which could be why they were a disaster. I would maybe go to somewhere like Debenhams which stocks lots of brands and try a wide variety.

SorrelForbes · 19/07/2013 16:10

Although not Debenhams in Plymouth which only stocks about three Freya styles and a couple of panache and that's it!

propertyNIGHTmareBEFOREXMAS · 19/07/2013 16:44

Thanks, Celtic. I will search for the posts you suggest this evening. I'm really excited about going shopping now tomorrow!

dustwhatdust · 19/07/2013 16:59

Hi can join in and ask the bra gurus please ?
I measure 31 cm underneath and then bending forward over the boobs lowest hanging point - 37cm
I cant work out the cup thing, does it mean that the difference is 6 so I must be 32 F? !!

StatisticallyChallenged · 19/07/2013 17:18

Hoping it's inches ;)

31 and 37 would suggest trying 30E, 30F, 32E and 32DD

calla23 · 19/07/2013 17:25

Velve - I had the same problem with my Cleo bra hurting in the centre so I bent the wires away from the body, just where they were digging into me. It's really comfortable now.

Sorelip · 19/07/2013 17:38

Hi, I measured as 32 and 42. What size should I be wearing?

jellybrain · 19/07/2013 17:48

Going to measure and then come back later. Battery about to dieBlush

Velve · 19/07/2013 18:13

calla thanks, I'm thinking of doing it with my Juna as it's new but I wasn't able to return it so was stuck with it. Otherwise it's so lovely and supportive.

Stat thank you, I have just ordered a couple bravissimos and trying the new Tutti Rouge one as well. My credit card is crying as it always takes ages to get refunds from figleaves. Will splurge on EM bras for my birthday in December, too many outgoings until then, boo!

Velve · 19/07/2013 18:14

Oh, and Stat which EM styles work best for you? just as a reference point.

StatisticallyChallenged · 19/07/2013 18:21

I have the S, SM and CHP styles. I love the S and SM, and the CHP is ok but not as good. It is very square and wide though so works under certain necklines.

SoYo · 19/07/2013 18:33

I just want to thank all you marvellous bra gurus. I spent 10yrs thinking I was a 36A thanks to M&S (I'm a size 12) then got measured for my wedding bra a 32D but convinced myself it was just a fluke due to fancy French make as M&S in that size didn't fit. I have now realised what a fool I was & that now I'm BFing proper support is more important than ever. I braved it & went into bravissimo today & the lovely lady did a fab job, asked when I'd last fed etc ( unlike mothercare who just told me I looked like a 36Cish) then put me in a lovely, comfy, supportive 32E! You may just have saved my boobs and made my clothes look better to boot!

CelticPromise · 19/07/2013 18:50

Sorelip 32GG for starters and sizes either side.

1gglePiggle · 19/07/2013 20:01

Thanks Celtic and stat. Think I just have to face up to the fact I am a bit flabby so could do with a bit of toning up under the arms!

Curlywurly83 · 19/07/2013 20:11

I just posted on the big thread but saw it has reached capacity so hope it's ok if I put my measurements here too! my underbust is 26 and bust 31, what size bra should I be wearing? Would love some help on this, never had courage to get measured anywhere, I normally wear 32a (32b) just now in nursing bras. Thanks!