Bravissimo Bra Size Calculator
UK Fitting Guide for D+ Cups
Bravissimo specialises in bras for fuller busts — from D cup to K cup. They are the UK's leading retailer for larger cup sizes, with expert in-store fittings and an extensive online range. Find your Bravissimo size below.
What Makes Bravissimo Different?
Unlike high-street retailers that focus on core sizes (A–DD), Bravissimo exclusively caters to D cup and above. This means every bra they sell is designed with fuller busts in mind — offering better support, lift, and shape than mass-market alternatives.
Bravissimo Size Chart
| Band Size | Cup Sizes Available |
|---|---|
| 28 | 28D28DD28E28F28FF28G28GG28H28HH28J28JJ |
| 30 | 30D30DD30E30F30FF30G30GG30H30HH30J30JJ30K |
| 32 | 32D32DD32E32F32FF32G32GG32H32HH32J32JJ32K |
| 34 | 34D34DD34E34F34FF34G34GG34H34HH34J34JJ34K |
| 36 | 36D36DD36E36F36FF36G36GG36H36HH36J36JJ36K |
| 38 | 38D38DD38E38F38FF38G38GG38H38HH38J |
| 40 | 40D40DD40E40F40FF40G40GG40H |
Bravissimo Sizing vs Standard UK
Bravissimo uses standard UK bra sizing, so if you know your UK size, you can order your usual size. However, there are some important nuances:
Band Fit
Bravissimo bands tend to be true to size or slightly firm. If you're used to M&S (which runs generous), you might find Bravissimo bands feel more snug. Start with your measured size.
Cup Shapes
Because Bravissimo designs for fuller busts, their cups tend to have more depth and projection than high-street equivalents. This means a better fit if you have a fuller bust shape.
Sister Sizes
If a style feels slightly too tight in the band, try going up one band and down one cup (e.g. 32F → 34E). Bravissimo staff are experts at finding the right combination.
Bravissimo Fitting Experience
Bravissimo offers free bra fittingsin all their UK stores. Their fitters are specially trained to work with D+ cup sizes and the fitting experience is widely considered the best on the UK high street. Here's what to expect:
Walk in or book an appointment — fittings take about 30 minutes.
Your fitter will measure you and assess your shape and preferences.
They'll bring multiple styles and sizes to the fitting room for you to try.
There's no pressure to buy — the fitting is completely free and no-obligation.
Stores are in most major UK cities: London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, and more.
Who Should Shop at Bravissimo?
Bravissimo is ideal if you:
- • Wear a D cup or above and struggle to find well-fitting bras on the high street
- • Want specialist support, especially for larger cup sizes (G+)
- • Need sports bras designed specifically for bigger busts
- • Are looking for swimwear and clothing designed for fuller figures
- • Want a professional fitting from someone who specialises in your size range
Find your Bravissimo size now
Expert Bravissimo Sizing Audits
Every Bravissimo D+ cup size calculation and styling suggestion is reviewed by certified professional fitters.
Eleanor Vance
Certified Bra Fitter & Lingerie Consultant
Over 12 years of professional fitting experience at leading UK lingerie retailers, including Bravissimo and Marks & Spencer. Specially certified in maternity, teen first-fit, and post-surgery supportive consultations.
Sizing Math & Rounding Logic
Our calculator implements the industry-standard **modern fitting method** rather than the obsolete "plus-4" retail formula. Band sizes are derived directly from snug ribcage measurements in inches (rounded to the nearest even number). Cup sizes are calculated using the precise 1-inch difference increments between fuller bust and underbust measurements (e.g. 4" = D, 5" = DD, 6" = E).
Sourced Claims & Studies
Medical and biomechanical research shows that up to **80% of UK women wear the wrong bra size**. According to breast health clinical research from the **University of Portsmouth (Department of Sport and Exercise Science)**, properly fitted encapsulation support reduces vertical breast movement by up to 59%, significantly preventing exercise-induced breast discomfort and cooper's ligament stretching.