How to Choose the Right Bra Size in Pakistan

Asked by Pakistani buyers · Answered by Hanaya Store

How do I choose the right bra size if I am shopping online in Pakistan?

Short answer: Measure your band (around ribs under bust) and bust (around fullest part) with a soft tape, subtract band from bust to get cup size (1" = A, 2" = B, 3" = C, 4" = D). For Pakistani brands, also size up one cup if you prefer a roomier fit.

The exact same bra band/cup size can fit differently between brands — even within Pakistan. Here's the 5-minute method I'd recommend:

Get a soft measuring tape (tailoring tape, not metal).
Band measurement: wrap snugly around your ribcage directly under the bust. Note inches. If odd, round up to nearest even number (e.g. 33 → 34).
Bust measurement: wrap loosely around the fullest part of the bust, while wearing a non-padded bra. Note inches.
Cup size: subtract band from bust. 1" = A, 2" = B, 3" = C, 4" = D, 5" = DD/E, 6" = DDD/F.
Pakistan brand adjustment: imported lingerie tends to run slightly tight in the cup. If you're on the border between two cup sizes, size up.

The Pakistani size labelling you'll often see on local brands is mixed — some use US numerical (32A, 34B, 36C, 38D), some use S/M/L/XL. If a seller uses S/M/L:

S ≈ 30A-32B
M ≈ 32C-34B
L ≈ 34C-36B
XL ≈ 36C-38B

If you order online and the fit isn't right, Hanaya offers a 7-day exchange on unused items in original packaging — you can swap to a different size without having to repay shipping if it's an exchange (not return).

For bridal lingerie / honeymoon sets, I'd suggest ordering 2 sizes (one your usual + one up) since fit matters more for a single-occasion outfit. Both come with discreet plain packaging.