Bra sizes are made up of two components: An even number that represents the band size (32, 34, 36, etc.), and a letter that indicates the cup size (A, B, C, etc.) determined by the size of the breast itself.
There are many competing methods for determining the best bra size to select. What follows is the method with which we have had the most success.
| Difference | 0″ | 1″ | 2″ | 3″ | 4″ | 5″ | 6″ |
| Cup size | AA | A | B | C | D | DD/E | DDD/F |
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.
NOTE: Enell bras have a different fitting system, but you'll use the same two measurements to determine your best size.
Many bras use a combination of compression and encapsulation to support breasts.
Coverage, compression, and some bounce control for A/B cups. Good choices for cycling, yoga, low to medium-impact sports.
Handful Sports BraYou're a handful. They're a handful (give or take). You'll love this bra. It has removable pads that can round out your look and prevent see-through. |
Shebeest Strada Seamless BraSoft, seamless support. Stretchy, silky shaping. Maybe we should call this the Shebeest's Triple S bra! |
Patagonia Barely BraParadoxically, the Patagonia Barely Bra is a “must-have” for women who don't really need a bra. |
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HF_550
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SB_5314
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PA_32337
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Compression and/or encapsulation, good choices for running bras for A/B cups. C cups may choose these bras for low to medium impact sports, but may prefer a more supportive bra for high impact activities like running.
Sugoi RSR BraA good running bra with about a bazillion technical features, more freedom of movement than your pilates instructor on a good day, and a special aerodynamic fabric - so plan to wear this one as outerwear on race day. |
Zoot Ultra Bra TopFinally, a real triathlon bra, designed for training and competing in swim, bike, AND run. Seamlink technology eliminates chafing. |
Moving Comfort Phoebe BraPhoebe provides comfortable support for high impact activities. The A/B and C/D versions look similar, but are constructed differently to meet your needs. |
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SU_10210F
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ZT_S8WTT01
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MC_300069
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Compression and/or encapsulation, running and exercising bras for C/D/DD/E cups. These bras typically have special features that make them desirable for full-chested women.
CW-X Ultra Support BraThe Ultra Support bra uses a unique 5-strap soft suspension system to control bounce and keep the girls happy. |
Enell Sports BraA high compression bra that really, really will stop the bouncing. We guarantee it. |
Moving Comfort Helena C/D/DD BraI know, when you think of a “welded” D-cup bra, your mind goes to the opera and women wearing hubcaps. Think again - this is Helena, not Helga. The seam-free construction means that full-chested women can have comfort and support, and never have to worry about a seam rubbing wrong. |
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CW_165103
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EN_NL100
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MC_350014
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