Bra Sizing Explained: There Is No "Queen Size"

"Queen bra size" does not exist in standard bra sizing systems. This term may confuse:

• Queen-size clothing/bedding (unrelated to bras)
• Plus-size bras (extended band/cup ranges)
• Specialty brands using proprietary naming

Standard Bra Sizing

Format: Band number + Cup letter (e.g., 34B, 36DD, 40G).

• Band size: Numeric (30, 32, 34...). Measured snugly under bust.
• Cup size: Letter (AA, A, B, C, D, DD/E, DDD/F...). Difference between bust and band measurement.
• Sister sizes: Same cup volume, different band (34D = 36C = 32DD).

Extended/Plus Sizing

• Bands: 28-56+ (even numbers standard)
• Cups: Up to N/O (US) or LL (UK) – 14+ cup sizes
• Specialty brands: Elomi, Goddess, Panache, Curvy Kate, Bravissimo, Lane Bryant.

Finding Your Size

1. Measure snug underbust → band size (round to even).
2. Measure fullest bust (loose tape).
3. Difference: 1"=A, 2"=B, 3"=C, 4"=D, 5"=DD/E, 6"=DDD/F, etc.
4. Try sister sizes if band/cup fit off.
5. Professional fitting recommended annually.

Proper fit: Band parallel to floor, cups fully contain tissue, center gore tacks, straps secure but not digging.