Online Size Guidance Corset sizing and general information
22" corset
(Dress size 8)
32 * B, C, D (all cup sizes are specific)
24" corset
(Dress size 10/12)
34 * B, C
26" corset
(Dress size 12/14)
34 * D, DD, E
26" corset
(Dress size 12/14)
36 * B, C
28" corset
(Dress size 14/16)
36 * D, DD, E
28" corset
(Dress size 14/16)
38 * B, C
30" corset
(Dress size 16/18)
38 * D,DD,E
All garments are genuine corsets i.e. steel boned and reinforced with many layers of fabric and interfacing (2-4 depending on style). Initially your corset may seem stiff due to this reinforcement. It will soften with wear and become like a second skin contouring your natural body shape into beautiful hourglass curves.
32 etc = back measurements e.g. bra size 32(B cup) this measurement is flexible in corsets as the corset is laced at the back and can be adjusted tighter or looser to achieve the desired effect.
The Cup size i.e. B cup is specific and should be mentioned when ordering All corsets will reduce your waist by 4". Please measure your normal waist e.g. 28" subtract 4" = 24". This is your ideal corset size.
Diagram 1
For a perfect corset fitting, lace corset at the back with LOOPS at the waist. Gradually and slowly pull loops so corset begins to fit around the body.
Diagram 2
Tighten loops and form a secure bow. Corsets can be tightened again in 10-15 minutes (this allows your body to adjust to the correct shape and the corset material to become more flexible with body temperature) insuring a even tighter fit.
It's a bit of a mystery why all types of clothing have different label sizings depending on which country and which supplier the garment comes from. Lingerie and swimwear are no different. So it really is no wonder that 80% of women wear the wrong bra size.
Gabriella recommends
A professional fitting... in the lingerie department of a large store or at a small boutique. We recommend this because there is a huge variation between brands, especially on cup size. Cup size also varies according to the style of bra - the shape of the cup of a plunge bra is very different to that of a balcony bra - and the type of material it is made of. It is also quite common for women to have one breast larger than the other. You really need to see what cup size works for you for each style to get an absolutely perfect fit.
Have a look at the very general guidelines below... if you really can't get a professional fitting for whatever reason, you can use the size guidelines below. But please do note that, as all women are different, general guidelines may be completely inappropriate for your particular shape and size. For some tips on how to measure your back size, please click here.
General Size Guide*
Generic size
UK
Back
USA
Back
Euro
Back
CM
Inches
UK
Dress Size
Euro
Dress Size
US
Dress Size
X Small
28
28
60
58.5 - 62.5
23 - 24.5
6
32
4
X Small
30
30
65
63.5 - 67.5
25 - 26.5
8
34
6
Small
32
32
70
68.5 - 72.5
27 - 28.5
10
36
8
Small/Medium
34
34
75
73.5 - 77.5
29 - 30.5
12
38
10
Medium
36
36
80
78.5 - 82.5
31 - 32.5
14
40
12
Large
38
38
85
83.5 - 87.5
33 - 34.5
16
42
14
Large/X Large
40
40
90
88.5 - 92.5
35 - 36.5
18
44
16
X Large
42
42
95
93.5 - 97.5
37 - 38.5
20
46
18
X Large/XX Large
44
44
100
98.5 - 102.5
39 - 40.5
22
48
20
XX Large
46
46
105
103.5 - 107.5
41 - 42.5
24
50
22
XXX Large
48
48
110
108.5 - 112.5
43 - 44.5
26
52
24
*please note that this chart is indicative only and is not intended to be a specific indication of your bra size
How to measure yourself...
All women are different, so we really recommend you have a professional fitting. However, if you do want to measure yourself, here are some tips to help you get close to the right fit. You need to know two things - your back measurement and your cup size.
1. Find your back measurement
Measure around yourself just under the bust, keeping the tape quite tight and checking in the mirror that it is level all the way around.
If the figure is an even number, add 4 inches. If it is odd, add 5 inches. This gives you your bra size, for example:
38 + 4 = 42 back size 39 + 5 = 44 back size
2. Find your cup size
Measure around the fullest part of the bust, again using the mirror to check the tape is level.
The difference between this measurement and the back measurement is your cup size. Simply use the table below to check what it is.
Difference in measurements
Cup Size
1"
B
2"
C
3"
D
4"
DD
5"
E
6"
F
7"
G
8"
H
For Example:
42" back size + 43" fullest bust point measurement = size 42B
42" back size + 50" fullest bust point measurement = size 42H
