Thanks to Frilly Fusion for all this great info!!
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I just thought some of this information might be helpful.
Bra Fit Resources
Bra Calculators are meant to give you a good starting point, you should still try on different band and cups to see what works best. These are the two most accurate I could find.
http://www.sophisticatedpair.com/bracalculator.htm
http://www.butterflycollection.ca/bra-size-calculator/
What do sizes really look like?
What does it mean to wear D cups?
Blogs with good information:
VenusianGlow.com All kinds of fitting information. Links to befores and afters.
BrasIhate I’ve linked to her helpful alteration tips.
Butterfly Collection also has an online story for D-K cup sizes.
Invest in Your Chest Bra reviews, will show upcoming styles
BustyResources Wiki with source blogs list
Bratabase A database of bras, reviews, and bra measurements so you can determine what size you might want to buy online. Record how your own bra fits and get suggestions from other users.
Small boobs:
32aabra (blog)
Small Bust Big Heart (blog)
When adding inches helps:
Bra Fitting Formulas Is the War on Plus Four the Answer?
The Women who Need to Add Inches
Small Band Project:
Bras for sub-28 ribcage, do you need 26?
Band Alteration:
Bra Alteration Tightening 30gg Deco
Brands for Full Bust / Plus Size
10 Best Brands for Full Cup/Plus Size
8 Bra Choices for Plus Size/Full Bust Women/40-50 band
Sister Sizing
Cup size is determined by the band. A 36C will have a bigger cup than a 34C. 34C and 36 B will have the same cup volume.
Go across the rows for the same cup volume on a different band
Unfortunately I can’t find a link to an easy guide to how sizing differs between US/UK/Europe/Aus because the systems are such a mess. If anyone has any accurate recommendations, please link and I’ll add.
Where to buy (in progress)
And yes, uncommon bra sizes will cost more, but if you’re savvy you can find them on sale. They’ll earn their value in comfort, looks and longevity.
Online:
Once you’re pretty sure of your bra size in a certain brand check ebay for some really good deals.
In Stores:
Nordstrom’s and Nordstom’s Rack
Macy’s carries Wacoal up to G, don’t expect much selection
Recommendations?
Bra Donation
