Most women disregard the importance of finding out their actual bra size and end up with poorly suited undergarments. A bra which is loose or too tight can cause uneasiness and in some cases serious circulation problems and other issues. Remember that a bra is meant to be comfortable and fit you well. Another aspect of a badly fitted bra is that it affects your posture and appearance, making you feel annoyed and distressed for the entire day. Let us take a look at the quick guides to measure your bra size.

Firstly, you have to know your band size. It can be determined by having a flexible measuring tape wrapped around your chest and measuring below your bra (preferably that you are still wearing it). Now this step affects the way your bra holds you up so it has to be conducted as accurately as possible. Your band size will be obtained by rounding to the next even number (if it's an odd number). If it is already an even number, you can choose to stick to it or add in 2 inches. Ask the sales lady if you need assistance.

Next is to measure the cup size. It is actually much easier to determine than you possibly thought. All you need to do is to measure the highest point, circumference of your chest. The cup size is then found out by subtracting that number from your band size and using a conversion table. Taking an example, if the difference is 1 inch, your cup size is A and if it's two inches, your cup is size B and so on and so forth.

Even if you pick up 2 bras that match your size, make sure you try them out first at the fitting room. Note that sizes vary across different models due to different materials used. However if you did it right, the sizes shouldn't get too far off from your measurements. At the end of the day, you want to find one that fits you.

You really need to measure your bra size once a while to upkeep your appearance for a long time. Now that understand how important your bra plays on the confidence level you feel for the day it's high time to start choosing a comfortable bra.

Prior to making that first bra purchase, make sure you visit Elle's advice on how to measure bra size. Elle is an intimates lover and creator of Intimatesbras.com with the purpose of benefitting other women with similar interest.