The Right Size
Did you know that the key to a great outfit actually starts with what’s underneath? I never knew this until I heard a friend remark that my puppies looked darn uncomfortable under the shirt I was wearing. I was shocked and asked if she had x-ray vision. She said that she just knew because they didn’t look right probably because of the bra I was wearing. She told me that I really should get the right measurements so that I could buy the right bra.
My friend patiently sat me down and explained the basics to me. She told me that a too loose bra would cause my breasts to sag and can actually be a cause for backaches. Well, this is probably for the hefty-sized women but I do get her point. If it’s too tight, it could cause some problems because they can bruise and can really be uncomfortable.
To get to a correct size, I have to first measure myself when I’m wearing a thin or unlined. She told me that I should use a soft measuring tape. I couldn’t help but roll my eyes at that. Excuse me, I’m not that dense. The first thing I have to measure is my rib cage, just beneath my bust. The tape has to be level and snugly fit around my body. This is where it gets a little complicated. She said that if I get an even number, I have to add four inches to this number to come up with my band size. If it’s odd, add five.
Okay, now I have that band size. Now it gets real interesting. I have to measure myself to find out the cup size. I have to keep the measuring tape snug and measure around the fullest part of my bust. I wonder what measurement that would be? I can’t wait to get home and find out. At this point my friend has to snap her fingers in front of my face to get my attention. She said that I have to subtract this measurement from the one I got from my rib cage. I didn’t know it involved so much Math.
Anyhow, this difference is the basis for my cup size and each inch of difference is equal to one cup size. Like an inch of difference is equal to an A cup, 2 inches is a B cup, 3 inches is a C cup, and so on. Anyway you get the point.
I promised my friend that I would look good the next time that she sees me.
