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Boopie · 12 March 2009, 01:57 PM

I have been getting fitted at Nordstrom for probably 15 years. I have found their advice to be generally good. This is through weight gains for 2 kids and subsequent weight loss. The size does vary by brand. I think they told me that the D in the smaller size is the equivalent of a C in the next larger (e.g. 32D + 36C), in many brands. This makes sense, as it's hard to get a universal size in any piece of women's clothing, unlike men's sizes that run by inches (e.g. 34 X 34 pants). You just have to go with what's comfortable.

Lion · 12 March 2009, 02:00 PM

Ashley, are you sure you want to egg Jim on!!!

Ashley · 12 March 2009, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Lion

Ashley, are you sure you want to egg Jim on!!!

Maybe! I can dish it, so I can take it!

DoxaDavid · 12 March 2009, 03:00 PM

Hi Jen,

Found this on the net while doing research for you. My wife was giving me a funny look when she saw me looking at half naked girls but I told her I was helping out a forum friend with a problem. No need to thank me, I was happy to help. Do you need me to check on thongs for you..Please!!!

Article I found:

Are you wearing the right size?
Almost 8 in 10 women are wearing the wrong size- you may be one of them. Why? Your body changes over time, and your fit will change year to year as you lose or gain weight, exercise more or less, and so on. If you are experiencing discomfort, spillage over your cups or back strap, tight straps, or a gap between your cups, you are most likely wearing the wrong size.
Measuring yourself for a bra is an art, not a science
Our fit guide can provide you with a good starting point. If you're not sure what size you wear, or fall between two sizes, you may want to try several sizes and styles as a starting point.

Getting Started
It's best to measure when you are wearing your most comfortable bra - one that has no padding and is not a minimizer.

STEP 1: BAND SIZE

Measure under your arms, high on your back, across the top of your chest. If this measurement is an even number, this is your band size. If an odd number, add 1" to determine your band size.

STEP 2: CUP SIZE

Measure loosely around the fullest part of your bust. Next, subtract your band measurement from your bust measurement; each inch represents a cup size. For example: if your band measurement is 34" and your bust measurement is 36", the difference between these measurements is two inches, and you'd wear a B-cup.

bodybump · 12 March 2009, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by DoxaDavid

Hi Jen,

Found this on the net while doing research for you. My wife was giving me a funny look when she saw me looking at half naked girls but I told her I was helping out a forum friend with a problem. No need to thank me, I was happy to help. Do you need me to check on thongs for you..Please!!!

Article I found:

Are you wearing the right size?
Almost 8 in 10 women are wearing the wrong size- you may be one of them. Why? Your body changes over time, and your fit will change year to year as you lose or gain weight, exercise more or less, and so on. If you are experiencing discomfort, spillage over your cups or back strap, tight straps, or a gap between your cups, you are most likely wearing the wrong size.
Measuring yourself for a bra is an art, not a science
Our fit guide can provide you with a good starting point. If you're not sure what size you wear, or fall between two sizes, you may want to try several sizes and styles as a starting point.

Getting Started
It's best to measure when you are wearing your most comfortable bra - one that has no padding and is not a minimizer.

STEP 1: BAND SIZE

Measure under your arms, high on your back, across the top of your chest. If this measurement is an even number, this is your band size. If an odd number, add 1" to determine your band size.

STEP 2: CUP SIZE

Measure loosely around the fullest part of your bust. Next, subtract your band measurement from your bust measurement; each inch represents a cup size. For example: if your band measurement is 34" and your bust measurement is 36", the difference between these measurements is two inches, and you'd wear a B-cup.

Holy crap david...your joe's apprentice??

Gerry · 12 March 2009, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by ijen0311

So... I went for a bra fitting at Nordstrom's today (they had a bra event

)

Anyway... I've always been sized other places as a 34-C. Today they tell me I'm a 32-D.

I haven't found a comfortable bra in years!

Any other suggestions for places to be sized or brands to try? I did end up buying one at Nordie's but the more I wear it... I think it might be a medieval torture device....

Ill-fitting clothing is always an issue, especially in the case of a support device such as this. It seems that Ashley's suggestion is the best - just trial and error.

Keywords here should be comfort and support. Good luck in the quest.

Starwalker · 12 March 2009, 03:33 PM

THIS THREAD IS HILARIOUS.....i'm laughing like a

JJ Irani · 12 March 2009, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by bodybump

Holy crap david...your joe's apprentice??

Now that was funny!!

JJ Irani · 12 March 2009, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

If you wern't so damn young I would post a nasty comment.

swatty · 12 March 2009, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by bodybump

Holy crap david...your joe's apprentice??

Your best line on TRF Oscar

jdc · 12 March 2009, 07:06 PM

Jen just to get serious. I found this, it may be of use

www.dixieddcups.com Its based in Georgia.

Talk to the owner "Honest Joe". The web site promises excellent customer service, will go to any lengths to satisfy, and for a small charge will provide warm hands.

Feedback is mixed.
Bitsy from Norfolk was "delighted by the attention to detail and was completley satisfied and look forward to coming again"
Four USA based women complained about "broken promises, slow and erratic service" There was also lack of communication with a theme of being told honest Joe had "gone fishing", but they all said they did get a refund eventually with interest.

Good luck

swatty · 12 March 2009, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jdc

Jen just to get serious. I found this, it may be of use

www.dixieddcups.com Its based in Georgia.

Talk to the owner "Honest Joe". The web site promises excellent customer service, will go to any lengths to satisfy, and for a small charge will provide warm hands.

Feedback is mixed.
Bitsy from Norfolk was "delighted by the attention to detail and was completley satisfied and look forward to coming again"
Four USA based women complained about "broken promises, slow and erratic service" There was also lack of communication with a theme of being told honest Joe had "gone fishing", but they all said they did get a refund eventually with interest.

Good luck

Trurolexer · 12 March 2009, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by mailman

Carolina · 12 March 2009, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Ashley

Exactly! I guess I'll have to make due with the PG-13 jokes until then

On this forum?! Pfftt!

Andad · 12 March 2009, 08:49 PM

Hey, a 34D bra question was never going to go far on any forum.

Now....it's pix up.....or I close the thread.

James.... James....anybody??

Jimbits76 · 12 March 2009, 09:48 PM

Hey ladies, really late to this one by the looks of things.

I'm gonna be serious for once..

When we got married, Claire's wedding dress was strapless so she would need a strapless bra.

After faffing about with a few off the shelf bras, we went and had her measured properly for one.

Claire couldn't believe that she had been wearing the wrong size for years and years.
The sales lady told her that something like 80% of women were the wrong bra size and it can cause all sorts of problems.

Since then, Claire has always been "fit" for a bra.

If you ever get a chance to come to London, go and see Rigby and Peller, their service is second to none.

J

Jimbits76 · 12 March 2009, 09:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jdc

Jen just to get serious. I found this, it may be of use

www.dixieddcups.com Its based in Georgia.

Talk to the owner "Honest Joe". The web site promises excellent customer service, will go to any lengths to satisfy, and for a small charge will provide warm hands.

Feedback is mixed.
Bitsy from Norfolk was "delighted by the attention to detail and was completley satisfied and look forward to coming again"
Four USA based women complained about "broken promises, slow and erratic service" There was also lack of communication with a theme of being told honest Joe had "gone fishing", but they all said they did get a refund eventually with interest.

Good luck

That made me laugh out loud...I aint even gonna try to make a boob joke with that kind of quality already laid down!!!!!!!

J

Lisa · 12 March 2009, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

Hey, a 34D bra question was never going to go far on any forum.

Now....it's pix up.....or I close the thread.

James.... James....anybody??

But it went farther than a 34 AA question!

Lion · 12 March 2009, 10:13 PM

Okay, Ashley, the skies the limit!!!
Lisa, at least we are not talking about jock straps!!!

Earl · 12 March 2009, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Gerry

Ill-fitting clothing is always an issue, especially in the case of a support device such as this. It seems that Ashley's suggestion is the best - just trial and error.

Keywords here should be comfort and support. Good luck in the quest.

Gerry, what about an athletic supporter as it is a device of which supports? trial and error too?
;o)

jdc · 12 March 2009, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Claire couldn't believe that she had been wearing the wrong size for years and years.
The sales lady told her that something like 80% of women were the wrong bra size and it can cause all sorts of problems.

J

Rosemary found the same. Trouble is finding these places who have the staff that know what they are talking about. Most of the older style department stores where this used to be done are disappearing

ijen0311 · 12 March 2009, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by jdc

Jen just to get serious. I found this, it may be of use

www.dixieddcups.com Its based in Georgia.

Talk to the owner "Honest Joe". The web site promises excellent customer service, will go to any lengths to satisfy, and for a small charge will provide warm hands.

Feedback is mixed.
Bitsy from Norfolk was "delighted by the attention to detail and was completley satisfied and look forward to coming again"
Four USA based women complained about "broken promises, slow and erratic service" There was also lack of communication with a theme of being told honest Joe had "gone fishing", but they all said they did get a refund eventually with interest.

Good luck

I've heard of them. The store smells like tuna and they serve you crab chips while you wait.

Should we call this the "two boob thread" ?

buz-lh · 12 March 2009, 11:44 PM

Jen, I know you are much younger than the average Floridian female but my buddy who worked as a rep for bra company for many years told me the number one selling size down there is a 42 long.

Trurolexer · 12 March 2009, 11:54 PM

36C good or not good?

redshirt1957 · 12 March 2009, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Trurolexer

36C good or not good?

From my perspective, they are ALL good.

jdc · 12 March 2009, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Trurolexer

36C good or not good?

you thinking of having a boob job then TR? I would stay as you are

redshirt1957 · 13 March 2009, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by jdc

you thinking of having a boob job then TR? I would stay as you are

Don't do it TR or you will never get rid of ole' TheBoob76!

Jimbits76 · 13 March 2009, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Don't do it TR or you will never get rid of ole' TheBoob76!

TR, when you get them, can I christen them?????

I bless these moobs and all who jiggle em....

J

jdc · 13 March 2009, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Jimbits76

TR, when you get them, can I christen them?????

I bless these moobs and all who jiggle em....

J

get in line buddy

redshirt1957 · 13 March 2009, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Jimbits76

TR, when you get them, can I christen them?????

I bless these moobs and all who jiggle em....

J

I an not going to even give that thought a chance to form ole' MayonnaiseHead76!

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Boopie "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 3,952	I have been getting fitted at Nordstrom for probably 15 years. I have found their advice to be generally good. This is through weight gains for 2 kids and subsequent weight loss. The size does vary by brand. I think they told me that the D in the smaller size is the equivalent of a C in the next larger (e.g. 32D + 36C), in many brands. This makes sense, as it's hard to get a universal size in any piece of women's clothing, unlike men's sizes that run by inches (e.g. 34 X 34 pants). You just have to go with what's comfortable.

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jdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: UK Posts: 7,023	Jen just to get serious. I found this, it may be of use www.dixieddcups.com Its based in Georgia. Talk to the owner "Honest Joe". The web site promises excellent customer service, will go to any lengths to satisfy, and for a small charge will provide warm hands. Feedback is mixed. Bitsy from Norfolk was "delighted by the attention to detail and was completley satisfied and look forward to coming again" Four USA based women complained about "broken promises, slow and erratic service" There was also lack of communication with a theme of being told honest Joe had "gone fishing", but they all said they did get a refund eventually with interest. Good luck

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