Measuring Guide
Common breast shapes
Not all breasts are the same shape, density or orientation. Some people haave asymmetrical breasts, which is perfectly normal and not uncommon. Accurate measurements mean you are one step closer to sewing a well fitting bra or bralette. If your weight fluctuates daily or monthly it is best to record multiple measurements and average them. Let's measure.
Tie a string or narrow elastic around your body at the over bust and under bust locations to create reference points.
Record your measurements 1-10 on the downloadable pdf.
Refer to your measurements everytime you experiement with a new pattern. Be sure to follow the suggestions of the pattern maker for optimal results.
Strap Height
Measure from the top of your Shoulder to the Over Bust and record on paper then transfer to the pdf.
Over Bust
Measure around your body staying parallel to the ground. Pull tape measure taut, and record.
Full Bust
Measure around the fullest part of your bust. This is best accomplished while leaning forward at a 45 degree angle with an unpadded bra, and or unclothed.
Under Bust
Measure around your body beneath your breasts, parallel to the ground. Pull tape measure taut, and record.
Chest Height
Measure from the under bust to the uver bust, between breasts, next to the chest wall and record.
Breast Root
Also known as the inframammary fold. Measure the under curve from inside to the outside of your wire line for each breast and record. This will help you find the most accurate size of underwire for bra making.
Cross Cup
Also known as the horizontal hemisphere. Measure at the fullest part of your breast, from the inside edge through the apex to the outside edge, for each cup and record.
Upper Mound
Measure from the apex to the over bust and record.
Bottom Cup Depth
Measure from the under bust to the apex and record.
Vertical Cup
Measure from the under bust through the apex, to the over bust and record.