E Cup Bra

      The “E cup” bra is a larger cup size; measurements can range from 92cm up to 124cm. Your bra size is determined by two measurements: the measurement around the largest part of the bust and the measurement just under the breast around the ribs. The cup merely means the difference of your two measurements. Subtract the under breast measurement from the breast measurement. For every inch in difference the cup size goes up one size starting at A for one inch difference. 

      “E cup” sized bras can be found, sometimes with a little difficulty in varying different styles and designs including the option of underwire or wireless bras. “E cup” bras are catching up in style and designs but as the cup size increases choices become not as accessible locally, as the smaller sizes. Thanks to the internet and the power of the consumer’s purse choices have widened considerably. As with any size bra a good fit is essential and larger breasts require proper support to avoid discomfort.

      Essentially the bra started life as something very simple, two handkerchiefs, ribbon and cord. With the evolution of women’s roles, their underwear and the need for better support, the bra’s cup size was developed. In the 1920s Berlei, an Australian company surveyed 6000 women in the Sydney area, concluding five Australian figure types. Then in 1935 lingerie designers/manufacturers came to the realization that the breast and the bust needed two different scales of measurement in insure a better fitting, supporting brassiere.