Bra Fit Guide
Measure Yourself at Home
Watch to see how to measure yourself at home to get an accurate band and cup size measurement.
Measuring Your Cup Size
Band Measurements: First you need to find your band size; wrap a measuring tape snuggly around your back under your bust line. If your measurement ends in a fraction, round up or down to the nearest whole number. This is your band size.
Bust Measurements: Next, you need to find your bust size to determine your cup size; wrap the measuring tape around the fullest part of your bust. If measurement ends in a fraction, round up or down to the the nearest whole number.
Cup Size: Then, simply subtract your band size from your bust size to determine your cup size. Every inch equals 1 cup size. For example; 1 inch = A cup, 2 inches = B cup, etc. That is all it takes to find your perfect fit!
Common Fit Issues
Solutions to all your bra problems, right here!
Band Riding Up
If your brand doesn't sit just below your shoulder blades, try tightening the band or loosening the straps. If that doesn't help, you need a smaller band.
Band Digging In
If your band is digging into your ribs, chest or back, try loosening the band. If that doesn't fix it, you need to go up a band size or try a wider band.
Straps Digging In
If your straps are digging in, try loosening them or switching to a bra with padded straps. If that doesn't help, your band — which should be doing most of the support work — is too big and it's time to downsize.
Slipping Straps
If your straps are sliding around or off the shoulders, they might be stretched out (which happens over time). Or you might be in the wrong cup size causing the straps to sit too wide and slip more easily.
Dropping Bustline
If your bustline is pulling down, shorten your straps (but not so much they dig) and check your cups (there shouldn't be any gap if they're the right size). If you want even more lift, look to non-stretchy bras with firmer support and rigid straps.
Overflowing Cups
If you're spilling out the side, top or bottom of your cups, it's time to trade up. Bigger cups will help keep your bust securely (and comfortably) contained.
Gapping Cups
If your cups are gapping a lot or a little, try a smaller cup size so they sit flush with your skin.
Bulging Sides
If you're squeezing out the sides, your band is too small and confining your bust. Go up a band size or try a bra with more cup coverage.
Poking Underwires
If your wire pokes, you might be in the wrong cup size. Too small can make the underwire too tight while too big can cause the wire to move around. Both lead to uncomfortable poking or prodding.
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Find the Perfect Bra Fit and Style at JCPenney
If you’re looking for a new bra that fits perfectly, meets your style needs, and is super comfortable, then the JCPenney Bra Fit Guide is here to help. Whether you’re looking for convertible or strapless bras for tops and dresses, moisture-wicking bras to keep you cool, or bras with comfort straps that distribute weight away from your shoulders, we have a bra solution for you. Our fit guide will help address common problems like slipping and digging straps, bulging on your back and sides, and unwanted side boob and under boob issues.
Sizes, Styles, and Support for Everyone
JCPenney’s collection of bras can be sorted by bra size, cup size, and lingerie size, and we have a great selection of both standard and plus size bra options. You can shop for comfortable bras to wear at home, special occasion bras to look and feel your best, posture bras to take tension off your back – just to name a few of our style options. Our collection also ranges from light-support bras to high-support bras, so you can find the ideal support level to meet your needs.