[Margaret]

Okay -  today's challenge.   Interesting colours - looks more like a bikini top to me - but I don't think it is.

Only a couple of bras left in my collection - I need to take some more pics.  I'm going to have to work out which ones I haven't done yet.

Pic copyright Hiram.

Apologies - I wasn’t able to get logged in (again). Authentication issue (again).

This *looks* like a bikini, but I think it’s a bra. Difficult to tell, as the back band isn’t long (but is bound to stretch) and the cups don’t look massive. Possibly a 32-34E?

[Hiram]

Apologies - I wasn’t able to get logged in (again). Authentication issue (again).

I have a feeling this is a browser issue.  One thing I'd try is to open a browser in incognito mode  CTRL+shift+N if you are using Chrome and try to log on that way.  But a bit of along shot.   What browser are you using?

This *looks* like a bikini, but I think it’s a bra. Difficult to tell, as the back band isn’t long (but is bound to stretch) and the cups don’t look massive. Possibly a 32-34E?

36D - but a tricky one for sure.   Same size as 34E so you were spot on.
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[Margaret]

Apologies - I wasn’t able to get logged in (again). Authentication issue (again).

I have a feeling this is a browser issue.  One thing I'd try is to open a browser in incognito mode  CTRL+shift+N if you are using Chrome and try to log on that way.  But a bit of along shot.   What browser are you using?

This *looks* like a bikini, but I think it’s a bra. Difficult to tell, as the back band isn’t long (but is bound to stretch) and the cups don’t look massive. Possibly a 32-34E?

36D - but a tricky one for sure.   Same size as 34E so you were spot on.
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I have to say, if you were a 36D or a 34E, this probably still wouldn’t be a decent fit - partly because these bras are/were manufactured in huge batches with almost no testing or consumer feedback - it’s a vicious circle.

As for browsers - I use chrome in an incognito tab, but the whole authentication issue seems random.

[Hiram]

I have to say, if you were a 36D or a 34E, this probably still wouldn’t be a decent fit - partly because these bras are/were manufactured in huge batches with almost no testing or consumer feedback - it’s a vicious circle.

Some of the clothing I buy can be quite variable in size - but I don't have to wear anything that has to fit quite as critically as a bra.  And with the crossover of some sizes, buying a bra has to be a bit of trial an error to get it right.
I was going to ask you about Crazy Beach on youtube - not sure if you've come across that channel.  It is in Russian, but you can use the auto translate feature part of closed captioning.  The latest vid 31March is quite interesting.

As for browsers - I use chrome in an incognito tab, but the whole authentication issue seems random.

I normally use Firefox, and so far haven't had any issues with authentication.  I will try Chrome next time I log in and see if I get the same as you.  This website has been problematic for sometime.  I would try another browser if you can. 

[Margaret]

I have to say, if you were a 36D or a 34E, this probably still wouldn’t be a decent fit - partly because these bras are/were manufactured in huge batches with almost no testing or consumer feedback - it’s a vicious circle.

Some of the clothing I buy can be quite variable in size - but I don't have to wear anything that has to fit quite as critically as a bra.  And with the crossover of some sizes, buying a bra has to be a bit of trial an error to get it right.
I was going to ask you about Crazy Beach on youtube - not sure if you've come across that channel.  It is in Russian, but you can use the auto translate feature part of closed captioning.  The latest vid 31March is quite interesting.

As for browsers - I use chrome in an incognito tab, but the whole authentication issue seems random.

I normally use Firefox, and so far haven't had any issues with authentication.  I will try Chrome next time I log in and see if I get the same as you.  This website has been problematic for sometime.  I would try another browser if you can.

Yeah. Buying bras often is trial and error - although, establishing your baseline size helps. The biggest issue is the often subtle (or not-so-subtle) variance between brands. I can wear most brands in a 32FF, but often there’s brands that just don’t work for me no matter what size I go for.

Most bra companies (certainly the ones I’ve worked with) have their bras manufactured in China from original templates and test designs - but it’s a constant back-and-forth process of taking delivery of sample runs, getting women of various shapes and sizes to try each bra out at fitting events, and taking detailed notes on the bras, then feeding that back to the production manufacturers for adjustment (and you have to do this across all of the sizes in the range, and each range). And round it goes. It’s time-consuming, laborious and frustrating (not to mention expensive).

That’s an interesting YouTube channel. I love their models. Eastern European (and Russian) bras are weird. I’ve never been able to get any of them to work. There’s a lot of emphasis on side panelling - and “projection” - which doesn’t work for me. I can see the appeal though. I couldn’t get the translation to work - what are they saying?

[Charade Recherche]

Margaret, do you know what the biggest cup size is available online with a 40 inch band?

[Margaret]

Margaret, do you know what the biggest cup size is available online with a 40 inch band?

Hi Charade,

You can probably order a 40M from a few manufacturers/brands, and possibly some slightly bigger cup sizes. However, it might work better to get your actual measurements and see if there’s bras with oversized cups that would work for you. Am I right in understanding that you
wear prosthetics or “fake” boobs - and you’re looking for bras that will fit your bodyframe and allow for as big a cup as you can get?

If so, DM me and we can do some proper calculations to get your correct band size etc and take it from there. I’d be glad to help.

[Charade Recherche]

Margaret, do you know what the biggest cup size is available online with a 40 inch band?

Hi Charade,

You can probably order a 40M from a few manufacturers/brands, and possibly some slightly bigger cup sizes. However, it might work better to get your actual measurements and see if there’s bras with oversized cups that would work for you. Am I right in understanding that you
wear prosthetics or “fake” boobs - and you’re looking for bras that will fit your bodyframe and allow for as big a cup as you can get?

If so, DM me and we can do some proper calculations to get your correct band size etc and take it from there. I’d be glad to help.

Yup.  So far I’ve found a 40P, unless I order a nursing bra, which I think I’ve seen as an S or T

[Margaret]

Margaret, do you know what the biggest cup size is available online with a 40 inch band?

Hi Charade,

You can probably order a 40M from a few manufacturers/brands, and possibly some slightly bigger cup sizes. However, it might work better to get your actual measurements and see if there’s bras with oversized cups that would work for you. Am I right in understanding that you
wear prosthetics or “fake” boobs - and you’re looking for bras that will fit your bodyframe and allow for as big a cup as you can get?

If so, DM me and we can do some proper calculations to get your correct band size etc and take it from there. I’d be glad to help.

Yup.  So far I’ve found a 40P, unless I order a nursing bra, which I think I’ve seen as an S or T

Excellent. DM me and we’ll firstly figure out a “normal” bra size for you, and then we’ll get to work on what would be a good band size for you to try + any possible available (very) large cup sizes.

[Hiram]

I couldn’t get the translation to work - what are they saying?

Turn on closed captions - then in settings > Subtitles/CC > Auto translate > English.

I was just thing about what you said about Russian bras and there design - bra design has changed over the years presumably, 1960's Playtex bras always looked a bit different with the pointy cups - not comfortable?

[Margaret]

I couldn’t get the translation to work - what are they saying?

Turn on closed captions - then in settings > Subtitles/CC > Auto translate > English.

I was just thing about what you said about Russian bras and there design - bra design has changed over the years presumably, 1960's Playtex bras always looked a bit different with the pointy cups - not comfortable?

Yeah, the history of bra design is fascinating. I had a Playtex bra or two of my own back in the day - they are/were largely functional bras (mostly non-underwired) and generally aimed at the slightly bigger woman. On the whole, bra design has improved significantly in the last 20 years, although the general design has been improved since the late 80s/early 90s. The introduction of underwires, reinforced lining, side panelling etc has all made a huge difference - but the big development was probably Lycra - having stretchy material for the cups makes bras a truly modern garment, instead of a one-size-will-just-have-to-do approach.

[Hiram]

but the big development was probably Lycra

And on that - sports bras, are they the future?

Back to the challenge - I am curious about some celebs.  I'm not sure if you've covered Kelly Brook, I suspect you have, but I wonder if you could have another estimate of her size, especially in recent years?

One other I'm curious about is Faith Brown.

[Margaret]

but the big development was probably Lycra

And on that - sports bras, are they the future?

Back to the challenge - I am curious about some celebs.  I'm not sure if you've covered Kelly Brook, I suspect you have, but I wonder if you could have another estimate of her size, especially in recent years?

One other I'm curious about is Faith Brown.

Well, if the internet is to be believed, Kelly Brook is a 34FF - but I’m not so sure. I think she’s possibly put on some weight in recent years (it happens to all of us as we get older) and the boobs have maybe filled out a little with the rest of her. I’d say she’s more like 30HH/J or possibly 32H/HH now.

Faith Brown - gosh, I haven’t heard of her in years. She was never off the tv when I was younger. She must be nearly 80 by now? It’s tough to say, but I’d reckon in the 34J category.

As for Sports bras - I’m not sure they’re the future. They do their job well, but they are torture devices.

[solvegas]

Just wondering if you can approximate a proper size for this young lady. She is 5'3" tall, I believe. 

[Margaret]

Just wondering if you can approximate a proper size for this young lady. She is 5'3" tall, I believe. 

Possibly a 28FF or 30F. Definitely slim in the back with slightly larger cups.