What's the big deal? Why know my Italian bra size?
Italy has a long history in the arts, fashion and design. Think Michalangelo, Leonardo DiVinci, Gucci, Prada, Versace, The Vespa, and Ferarri. The same passion and devotion to beauty so ingrained in Italian culture shows itself in just about anything made in Italy. Bras are no exception.
If you've ever had the pleasure of wearing a beautiful Italian bra, you know why they are so sought after. Italian bras are true works of art, and are made to be seen rather than hidden. They are made of the most luxurious fabrics, and showcase beautiful embellishments and details. Many Italian bras are available in beautiful colors and offer matching panties. You will feel good wearing an Italian bra.
Some of the most well-known Italian lingerie designers include La Perla and Cosabella.
While there are relatively few Italian bras available for sale in US stores, they are very available online to those seeking them out. Also online, you can find much better deals on some of these designer label bras.
As for sizing, Italian Bra Sizes are a bit different than American sizes, but not difficult to understand.
In US sizing, the band size is measured in inches.
In Italian sizing, the various US sizes are (approximately) expressed with a size number. For example, an American 34 is equivalent to an Italian size 2.
Here's the breakdown:
US Size - Italian Size
32 - 1
34 - 2
36 - 3
38 - 4
40 - 5
42 - 6
44 - 7
As for cup sizes, the Italians are pretty much the same as the Americans, except when you get into the larger sizes.
US Size - Italian Size
AA - No Italian Equivalent
A - A
B - B
C - C
D - D
DD/E - DD
DDD/F - E
G - F
At US size DDD, the Italian system goes down a cup size, so a US DDD/F is equaivalent to an Italian E. A US G is similar to an Italian F.
Also, to get a good sense for how you fit into an Italian bra, head over to a luxury department store or lingerie boutique, and try on a few Italian bras. Once you know your Italian bra size, you can pick up one or two of these beautiful bras for a special occasion.
