How to take proper bikini measurements

Bikini is a two-piece swimming clothing for women. Bikinis can either be made as a single piece just like the normal underwears. Some bikinis are tied behind the back and around the neck or Clipped in front or at the back.

There are various types of bikini out there;

  • Push-up
  • Triangle
  • Bustier
  • Underwired

The most important thing to consider in getting a bikini is an accurate bra measurement.

To determine the proper size for a bikini;

  1. Accurate measurement of the Underbust; measure around the chest and also your under bust. circumference. This is equivalent to knowing your breast cup size.
  2. Accurate measurement of the Waist; measure around the waist
  3. Measurement of the Hips; measure with heels together and measure round the fullest part.

Accurate bikini measurement for various body sizes

Standard Size

US Size

Bust

 

Waist

 

Hips

 
   

INCHES

CM

INCHES

CM

INCHES

CM

S

0

32

78

24.5

60

34

84

 

2

33

80.5

25.5

62.5

35

86.5

 

4

34

83

26.5

65

36

89

M

6

36

88

28.5

70

38

94

 

8

38

93

30.5

75

40

99

L

10

40

98

32.5

80

42

104

 

12

42

103

34.5

85

44

109

XL

14

45

110.5

37.5

92.5

47

116.5

Bikini is manufactured all over the world not just in United States hence different measurement for each country. Each country have various sizing scheme which they follow strictly so look through the chart and make your choices.

Size chart for various foreign countries

US Size

UK Size

EU/German Size

IT Size

AU Size

0

4

32

36

4

2

6

34

38

6

4

8

36

40

8

6

10

38

42

10

8

12

40

44

12

10

14

42

46

14

12

16

44

48

16

14

18

46

50

18

Knowing your bra size is very important in picking a well fitted set of swimwear.

Ensure to use a reliable measuring tape for accurate bikini measurement.

You can find someone to help take the necessary measurements. The measuring tape should always rest horizontally and freely. It should not press against the body so much.

All measurement should be taken in inches. Shop bikinis from us TODAY!

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