In 1990, the company bought German lingerie brand Prima Donna. Its products are designed in Schellebelle, and produced abroad. The majority of the company's production activities take place in Tunisia. Van de Velde also maintains production facilities in China and Romania.
Are prima donna bras true to size?
When properly fitted, shoppers report that our Prima Donna bras and shapewear feel true to size. The occasional fit issue is due primarily to women shopping for the wrong bra size.19 Sept 2014
Is Prima Donna UK sizing?
Primadonna uses European cup sizes.
Should I size up or down for bras?
The rule of thumb is as follows: If you go up in the band, go down in the cup and vice versa. For example, a 32C could possibly fit a 30D or a 34B. If you're a 34C, you might find bras that fit better in a 36B or a 32D. Knowing your sister size is useful to accommodate for size differences between brands.23 Jul 2018
How do you know your true cup size?
The most common way to calculate your cup size is by subtracting your band size from your bust size and using the difference to find your cup size according to a bra size chart.
What does it mean when you call someone a prima donna?
Definition of prima donna 1 : a principal female singer in an opera or concert organization. 2 : a vain or undisciplined person who finds it difficult to work under direction or as part of a team.
What is the difference between a diva and a prima donna?
Today, in red-top tabloid terms, if a woman is referred to as a 'diva' it usually means she's difficult, temperamental and demanding. The Italian term prima donna, or 'first lady' describes the principal female singer in an opera or opera company, usually a soprano.21 Jul 2020
What does prima donna mean in ballet?
(ˈpriːmə) : prima ballerina. the leading female dancer in a ballet company.
Are bra sizes different in US and Europe?
UK/US EU AUS
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36 80 14
38 85 16
40 90 18
42 95 20
How do European bra sizes work?
European and International band sizes are divided in steps of 5 cm and named 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, and so on. The band size is a "label" which derives its name from the under bust measurement. For example, "75" is the size label for under bust measurement 75-80 cm. Some bra brands specialize in less common sizes.