To determine the cup size: Measure loosely around the fullest part of your bust. Subtract the band size from this measurement. ... Example: if your ribcage measurement is 31, and your bust measurement is 37, your bra size is a 34C: 31+3=34, so 34 is your band size. Since 37-34= 3, you've got a C cup.
What size is a 40 inch bust?
SIZE TO ORDER Bust measurement (in inches) Under the bust measurement (in inches)
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36 B 37 - 37.8 31 - 32
38 B 39 - 39.8 33 - 34
40 B 40.1 - 41.7 35 - 36
42 B 42.9 - 43.7 37 - 38
What is my bust size?
The bust size is the loose circumference measured around the chest over the fullest part of the breasts, while standing straight with arms to the side, and wearing a properly fitted bra. The band or frame size is the firm circumference, fitted not tightly, measured directly underneath the breasts.
What size is 40C?
C Sizes Under Band Cup Size
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38C 34"-36½" 40"
40C 37"-39½" 42"
42C 40"-42½" 44"
44C 43"-45½" 46"
What does a 40C bra size mean?
The 40C cup size breast tissue is spread over a wider chest area and therefore will look like a small bust. Whereas the 30C cup size will look much bigger as the breast tissue is over a much narrower chest.
What bra size is a 40 inch bust?
SIZE TO ORDER Bust measurement (in inches) Under the bust measurement (in inches)
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40 B 40.1 - 41.7 35 - 36
42 B 42.9 - 43.7 37 - 38
44 B 44.9 - 45.7 39 - 40
46 B 46.9 - 47.7 41 - 42