How to know if you have a fuller bust

Why do I need to know my body type?

As we start to shop online more, it’s critical to know YOUR body type. This can help you buy more clothes that fit right and, in turn, produce less waste. With the average bra size in the United Stated being 34DD, being fuller bust actually super common. Let’s get into it.

Fuller bust can have different definitions but they all conclude the same thing, YOU HAVE BIG BOOBS.

What is Fuller Bust?

One good way to tell if you’re fuller bust is if your over-bust measurement is larger than the widest part of your hips. This usually implies a larger cup size in proportion the rest of your body. Another tell-tale sign is if you have a chest measurement tends to fall on the higher end of a sizing chart, but your waist measurement tends to fall on the lower end. Putting you helplessly between sizes. That also qualifies as fuller bust!

It is important to note that fuller bust isn’t just about the cup size, it’s about your cup size in relation to other parts of your body. What I love about this term is that it describes your whole figure. Not just one part of it.

Another important thing to note is that fuller bust IS NOT the same as plus size! While plus sizes also typically include those larger cup sizes(i.e. I, J, K+), they are commonly paired with larger waist sizes (i.e. 39, 40, 41+ inches); thus maintaining similar ratios to what we see in smaller sizes.

Signs you may have a fuller bust

Aside from conducting measurements, as discussed in the last section, there are a few more signs that can indicate that you have fuller bust. They include:

Your boobs are heavy

• Did you know that breasts also come in different levels of fullness? Some breasts maybe have a lot of skin, but not much fatty tissue inside, so they tend to be lighter. However, if you have a fuller bust, then your boobs are more likely to be on heavier side. Even causing back pain in some cases

You experience common bra fit issues

• Are you frequently spilling out over the cups of your bras? Do your bra straps dig into your shoulders from the weight of your boobs? These are both common signs of ill-fitting bras, which is extremely common for fuller bust women. I know for a fact that Victoria secret doesn’t carry the fuller bust sizes in store, and if you’ve never been professionally fitted, you’re likely wearing the wrong bra size.

You experience a lot of underboob sweat

 

• This is often the result of the cup size on a top or dress being too small. With no lift, your boobs are smashed on your ribs. And we all know it can get a bit musty in there….

Measuring your bust in 5 steps

Step 1: Measure Your Band Size

Using the measuring tape, measure around your ribcage, right under your bust. The tape should be snug but not tight. Ensure it's parallel to the ground and doesn't droop in the back.

Note the measurement in inches and record it.

Step 2: Measure Your Bust Size

Measure around the fullest part of your bust, making sure the measuring tape is level and not too tight. Keep it parallel to the ground.

Note the measurement in inches and record it.

Step 3: Calculate Your Cup Size

Subtract your band size (underbust measurement) from your bust measurement. The difference will determine your cup size based on the following scale:

5 inches difference: DD or E cup

6 inches difference: DDD or F cup

7 inches difference: G cup

8 inches difference: H cup

9 inches difference: I cup

10 inches difference: J cup

11 inches difference: K cup

Step 4: Final Check

Double-check your measurements to ensure accuracy. It can be helpful to take the measurements a couple of times to ensure consistency.

Step 5: Determine Your Bra Size

Combine your band size (underbust measurement) with your calculated cup size to determine your bra size. For example, if your band size is 34 inches and your bust measurement is 37 inches, your bra size would typically be 34C.

 

Conclusion

Most women have a fuller bust and they don’t know it. We spend a majority of our lives wishing for a smaller body for so many reasons. Trying to fit into clothes that aren’t made for us isn’t the way forward. Having a fuller bust means that the proportion of our breast size to our waist or hips, is more exaggerated then the conventional sizing mechanisms. This makes it super difficult to find pieces that fit, flatter and support us. Our mission is to solve this problem!