How to know your bra size
Choose bra size according to your measurements
One of the most frequent doubts when we want to choose women's underwear is how to know the bra size, since it usually makes doubts about the cup size. The most important thing to get the perfect bra is to know how to calculate the bra size so that it fits better to your body. If you want to find out how to know the bra size you can not miss this post, although we also recommend that you use our bra size calculator The standard bra sizes consist of a number and a letter, the first being the one that marks the contour of the bust, while the second refers to the size of the bra cups. Knowing this, it will be much easier to know how to find the perfect bra size.
Bra sizes according to cups
How to know the bra size that best suits your chest?
In Spain we use French sizing, measured in centimeters (80cm, 85cm, 90cm...), which you can find on the labels of the garments as ESP or FRA. On the other hand, the bra cups use the letters of the alphabet, with the A cup being the smallest, followed by the B cup, the C cup ..... Cups range from A cup to E cup (sometimes reaching F cup). So having a 90B breast size means that your girth is 90cm and you would use a B cup. This way you will be able to know what size is a, b, c, d, e and f cup.
Bra sizes according to contour
To find out which bra size best suits your figure, you only have to measure the contour of your torso, below the chest, with the help of a tape measure (it can go from 75cm to 120cm approx). Keep in mind that the sizes go from 5cm to 5cm, so you should choose the closest to your result. From these measurements, you can choose the bra size that best suits your body.
On the other hand, to know which bra cup is perfect for your silhouette and what is the difference between the cups, you must measure the chest by the part of the areola (the most corpulent part of your chest). To this data, you must subtract the contour of your torso, obtained previously, and check in the following table the bra cup that best suits your body:
MEASUREMENT IN CM
13 cm
15 cm
17 cm
19 cm
21 cm
23 cm
BRA CUP
Cup A
Cup B
Cup C
Cup D
Cup E
Cup F
Tips for calculating bra size
If your breasts are a little saggy, you can wear a bra without padding to take your measurements and better adjust your size. Try to take your measurements when you are not on your period, because during these days the breast tends to be more swollen.
Following these tips to calculate your bra size, you will know how to know your bra size and which cup size suits you best. This way you will be able to get it right in your next lingerie purchase.
What are the best-fitting bras?
When it comes to choosing women's underwear there are so many types of bras that we find it difficult to discover how to choose the bra that best suits the situation, and we wonder: which bra fits best? Sometimes, we do not even distinguish the differences from one model to another. Do you want to know them and know which bras fit best according to your body? Find out which bra best suits your silhouette and learn some tips to enhance your breasts with the Gisela style guide.
Bras for large breasts
It gathers, rounds and enhances the bust, leaving a part of it uncovered and providing a very feminine and elegant natural cleavage, even on larger breasts. It is ideal for use with garments with wide or low neckline. It is perfect for large and round breasts.
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This model is the classic bra, which includes a foam padding that makes the chest rounder and firmer. They are ideal for larger and somewhat sagging breasts as it manages to give a rounded and natural shape providing great support.
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It includes a wide strap that surrounds the body, picking up the chest. Suitable for large breasts that want to hold it naturally without sacrificing volume. Thanks to the extra support of its wider straps, they moderate the weight of the chest and facilitate comfort and mobility. These are the bras that best fit large breasts.
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As its name suggests, this bra helps to provide a smaller volume to the breast. It slightly lifts the breast, rounding it and distributing it in a natural and very feminine way. This model is perfect for women with a large chest who want to conceal it. It also provides great comfort.
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Its function is to support the breast in its natural shape providing great comfort. It is ideal for women with large breasts who are not looking to visually increase their size, and who need comfort and perfect support.
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The effect is similar to the previous bra, but in this case the bra includes less padding, and the underwires of the cups are slightly more rounded to gather and enhance the breast in a more natural way.
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This model has an extra padding at the bottom, which increases the volume up to one size more. It is perfect to form a nice neckline in your best looks. Very flattering for women with smaller breasts or with more sagging breasts, as it lifts and gathers the chest towards the center of the bust, in a natural way thanks to its padding.
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Strapless, with padded cups and side stays for extra support. A silicone strap on the inside ensures support. Perfect for concealing the bra without losing comfort. It is recommended for smaller breasts, but women with larger breasts can choose one with a wider band for more support.
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It provides an accentuated neckline, with cups designed in a triangular shape, usually with lace inserts. This model supports the bust slightly and is recommended for smaller, rounder and firmer busts that want a light bra without sacrificing style and elegance.
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These models support the bust without incorporating underwire, underwires or padding, making it a comfortable and comfortable garment. A traditional bra with crop top, elegant and sophisticated designs. It can be used both as an undergarment, showing it slightly or as an outer garment on more special occasions.
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The underwire is a curved rod, which provides greater support and gives a rounded shape to the chest, without losing comfort. It does not add extra volume, but can slightly raise the bust. It fits both large and smaller breasts. The underwire should fit snugly to the body, without digging into your skin.
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Non-underwire bras are characterized by the comfort they offer by not having the metal ring in the cups, as they adapt to the natural shape of the breast. They are perfect for girls with small breasts, pregnant women, teenagers and women who have recently undergone surgery.
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Provides ample support without limiting freedom of movement. It adapts to your body to facilitate your sports routine and provides extra support. It is usually designed with special fabrics, thus absorbing sweat and providing quick drying.
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Now that you know which bra looks best in which situation, you can show off a beautiful neckline in your next look. Remember that it is very important to choose taking into account the use you are going to give the bra and also use the correct size is another key factor in wearing the perfect bra. In addition, in our online lingerie store you can find different models of the above mentioned bras, so you can choose the one that best suits your lifestyle. And if you make a mistake nothing happens, because exchanges and returns in Gisela are free.