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;
- Accurate measurement of the Underbust; measure around the chest and also your under bust. circumference. This is equivalent to knowing your breast cup size.
- Accurate measurement of the Waist; measure around the waist
- 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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