When you purchase a bra, it is very important to get a bra that fits you perfectly and is the correct size.
If you are unsure of your bra size, you will need to know the correct way to measure for bra size.
So, it doesn't matter if you wear a lace bra or sheer, lightweight bra,.
To help you get the right measurements of your bra size, here are some tips you could follow: 1.
Band size- you will need to measure the band size first.
To do this, put on your best fitting bra and make sure it is unpadded and not a minimizer or sports bra.
If your breasts are sagging when wearing this bra, then you should tighten the straps until the crest of your breasts is properly aligned in the middle between your shoulder and elbow.
Now use a tape measure and firmly measure around your bra directly under your bust.
Remember to expel all the air from your lungs so that you get the smallest measurement.
Do measure in front of the mirror so that you can see that the position of the tape is parallel to the floor in order to get the most accurate measurement.
Bras come in even band sizes so if the rounded measure you come up with is an even number, you will need to add 4 inches to it and if it is an odd number, then you need to add 5 inches to it.
So, if you get a measurement of 31 inches, you will need to add 5 inches to get a 36 inches band size.
2.
Cup size - next, you will need to measure the cup size.
To do that, you must stand straight and measure around your body at the fullest part of your bust.
Again, you need to keep the tape measure parallel with the floor and ensure that the tape is just touching but not binding.
Round up the measurement to the nearest inch and now you need to subtract your band size measurement from the second measurement.
You will get your cup size.
So, if your band size is 36 inches and your second measurement is 39 inches after subtracting, you will get 3 inches which is a C cup.
To know your cup sizes based on the measurements, here are the list:

• 0 - 1/2 inch: Cup AA
• 1/2 inch - 1 inch: Cup A
• 2 inches: Cup B
• 3 inches: Cup C
• 4 inches: Cup D
• 5 inches: Cup DD or E
• 6 inches: Cup DDD or F
• 7 inches: Cup G
• 8 inches: Cup H
• 9 inches: Cup I
• 10 inches: Cup J

If you are a size D cup size, then this method of measurements may not be as accurate.
So, you may also need to seek help from friends or the tailor.