How To Take Your Measurements & Choose Your Size
I'm not going to lie, shopping for a bra online kinda sucks. There isn't any universal sizing system so every brand has to determine their own size charts and fit, and there is inevitably variation from one brand to another. I've spent a lot of time checking the fit on my sizing charts against others, as well as against the measurements and preferred sizes of as many customers as possible. What I've found is that your measurements will lead you to the right size about 90% of the time. But since there really isn't any substitution for putting a bra on your body and feeling whether it's comfortable and supportive for you, I happily offer exchanges and will work with you after you receive your order to determine if you've got the best possible fit. Start here; your measurements will absolutely help to determine which size is best for you, but please don't hesitate shoot me an email if you have any questions along the way.
Bust. Wearing no bra or a bra without any padding, measure around the fullest part of your bust. Often this will run the tape right across your nipples. Make sure that the tape is running straight and level around your body. This is your bust measurement.
Underbust. Pull the measuring tape around your ribcage, just underneath your breasts. Make sure the tape is running straight and level around your body. This is your underbust measurement.
| Band |
Underbust (Around Ribcage Just Under Bust) |
| 28 | 23 -25" |
|
30 |
25 - 27" |
|
32 |
27 - 29" |
|
34 |
29 - 31" |
|
36 |
31 - 33" |
| 38 |
33 - 36" |
|
40 |
36 - 39" |
|
42 |
39 - 42" |
|
44 |
42 - 46" |
|
46 |
46 - 50" |
|
48 |
50 - 54" |
| Cup | Difference Between Underbust and Bust |
| AA | 0 - 1/2" |
| A | 1/2 - 1" |
| B | 1 - 2" |
| C | 2 - 3" |
| D | 3 - 4" |
| E (DD) | 4 - 5" |
| F (DDD) | 5 - 6.5" |
| G | 6.5 - 8" |
| H | 8 - 9.5" |
| I | 9.5 - 11" |
| J | 11 - 13" |
| K | 13 15" |
Underwear sizing is, mercifully, a little less complicated than bra sizing. I've found that these measurements almost always line up with the correct size, but I do recommend trusting your personal experience as well. If you always wear a size 12 but you measure at a 14 according to my chart, order the 12.
Hips. Pull the measuring tape around the widest part of your hips/butt. Generally, this will bring the tape measure right across your hip crease (ie where your leg creases when you lift your leg.) Make sure that the tape is running straight and level around your body. This is your hip measurement.
Waist. Pull the measuring tape around the center of your waist/torso, usually about 2-3” above your belly button. If your body is narrowest at the waist, measure around the narrowest part. Make sure that the tape runs straight and level around your body. This is your waist measurement.
| Size | Waist | Hip |
| 0 (XS) | 22.5 - 24" | 32.5 - 34" |
| 2 | 24 - 25.5" | 34 - 35.5" |
| 4 (S) | 25.5 - 27" | 35.5 - 37" |
| 6 | 27 - 28.5" | 37 - 38.5" |
| 8 (M) | 28.5 - 30" | 38.5 - 40" |
| 10 | 30 - 32" | 40 - 42" |
| 12 (L) | 32 - 34" | 42 - 44" |
| 14 | 34 - 36" | 44 - 46" |
| 16 (XL) | 36 - 38" | 46 - 48" |
| 18 | 38 - 40" | 48 - 50" |
| 20 (2X) | 40 - 43" | 50 - 53" |
| 22 | 43 - 46" | 53 - 56" |
| 24 (3x) | 46 - 49" | 56 - 59" |
| 26 | 49 - 52" | 59 - 62" |
That's it! Taking your measurements is fairly simple, but can absolutely feel complicated at first, so if you need any clarification I'm always here to answer questions. Just drop me a line via my contact form or by email at alyssa@vavalingerie.com