Archive for September, 2009

When it comes to large breasts, measuring bra size can be tricky. So, in order to get a good fitting plus size bra that will be able to support your “two girls” you’ll have to do a little bit more math and a little bit more experimenting. It pays out to do more work, though, as finding the right bra size is the only way to ensure comfort and an adequate “package” in which your breasts will look best.

You’ll do the measuring of the bust and band size the way I’ve already described, but you will also take another measure and that is the size above your breasts. For smaller bra sizes this is not necessary but if you think you should be wearing a DD bra size or higher, taking this measure and using it to calculate your cup size will give the most accurate results. So, you should take a measuring tape and place it under your armpits, just above the breasts. When you get that size subtract the bust size from it and the difference you get will be the criteria to determine the cup size.

2,5- 3,5 inches difference is a C cup

3,5- 4,5 inches is a D cup

4,5- 6 inches is a DD cup

6-7 inches is a DDD cup

7- 8 inches difference is a G cup

Now, when it comes to large bra sizes, especially DD size or higher, I have to say that finding the right size bra can be pretty difficult because not all manufacturers use the same marks nor the standards are the same. In Europe, the sizes go alphabetically, so there are no DD or DDD sizes but sizes E and F instead. DD size can also vary from one country to another, Japanese plus size bras are smaller than the ones in US or Europe, for example. And not only that! Sizes can vary from one manufacturer to another in the same country! So, if  bras so far have never fitted perfectly, don’t get disappointed or think that there is no right size bra for you. Finding a perfect plus size bra is tricky business (believe me, I know!), so try changing the brand. You know what I said for AA size? Well, for us the same rule applies- experimenting, experimenting and experimenting until we find the style and cup size that fits and feels the most natural and comfortable.

In my opinion, an AA bra size is perfect because with this size you have the complete freedom when it comes to picking a bra style. Girls with large bra size often find their cup size limiting to a certain point as the bra needs to be underwired, and for very large bra sizes, wide straps are very desirable. However, if you’re blessed with something like an AA bra size, you’ll have no problems wearing all those great strapless or balconnet bras.

I’ve heard many girls wearing an AA bra size complaining about it and trying to find a heavily padded bra to overcompensate. But, to be honest, I would appreciate having an AA bra size. But really! But, hey, that’s us girls – we always want the only thing we don’t have and you know how they say:”The grass is always greener on somebody else’s lawn.” I mean, just think about all the styles an AA bra size allows you to wear!  I’ve found some great Victoria’s Secret models, just to show you exactly what I have in mind. Some are padded, so if you want your breasts to appear a little bit bigger, they are a perfect choice. Check out this miraculous, animal printed push-up bra. It’s really sexy and I’m sure it’ll bring out your wild side.

There are, off course, many unpadded, natural looking ones, like this lacy front-hook triangle top bra. Now, this is the benefit of wearing an AA cup, you have the opportunity to wear something like this- sexy but still soft and comfortable.

I picked this third one because an AA bra size is often associated with sporty bras. Well, this sexy variation is the perfect example of brining sporty bras to whole another level.

The great thing about this cup size is that you can allow yourself to be without a bra here and there which is a complete no-no for girls wearing a large bra size. Not to mention how large breasts can cause a lot of back pains if they are not well supported by an underwired bra. Unlike big ones, smaller breasts stay perky longer and, if you’ve already found the right size bra, the style and the brand that works best for you, you have big chances for your breasts to stay youthful looking and resist the gravity for many years.

Women’s bra size is not the main criteria when it comes to deciding what is hot and what is not. Thank God days when Pamela Anderson was considered to be a role model are long gone. Ok, there are still guys out there who think an ideal woman should look like that, but most guys I’ve discussed this topic with actually admitted they prefer smaller breasts.

An AA bra size is great because you can make pretty much any bra style work for you. If you’re, for example, planning to wear a backless dress, you can opt for a silicone self-adhesive bra and just add a little volume, shape and support to an already great-looking rack of yours.

Off course, when picking a bra for everyday use, you’ll have to obey the “100% rule” and focus on support and comfort. But even then, you have so many models and colors available that you’ll have big troubles  not to spend your entire paycheck on bras only. There are even some brands that specialize in producing AA bra sizes for petite women, like this brand called “Perfectly Petite”. The creators acknowledge the fact that, for smaller breasts, bra cups need to be designed differently then for the bigger ones. They also have in mind different preferences women may have so, not all AA size bras are padded. Some girls are completely happy with their bust size and they just want something soft and comfortable while others do want that enhancement a padded bra provides.

You can pick a cute, feminine model like this lilac one from Perfectly Petite as it will definitely make you feel like a fairy princess all day long. Slightly padded cups have that push-up effect which, off course, gives the appearance of the fuller chest. Now, that padding is very interesting as it is not regular but liquid one. That makes the bust look natural and gives you more comfort. The soft, liquid padding adapts to your breasts so you won’t have that uncomfortable, scrunched up feeling padded bras usually give.

Bralettes are also a great choice, especially if you don’t feel the need to wear padded bras. A bralette is designed specially for AA bra size and it’s something between a bra and a bikini triangle top. These are ideal for everyday because they are soft and comfortable but provide much needed support.