Jean in Newcastle Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/31/jockey-bra-sizes-fit_n_3365395.html?utm_hp_ref=business&ir=Business You use plastic measuring "cups" to measure as well as the tape measure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Interesting. I'll be interested to see if it takes off, or if it's a well supported ( :lol:) idea. It will still be a "cup" size at least. I'd be interesting in trying it, but not for $60.00. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SquirrellyMama Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 I was all ready to grab a measuring cup out of the kitchen but then read the article :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joannqn Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 I'm interested in what traditional size ranges they cover. Few brands carry my size. How do I know one of their cups will fit me before invest the $20? Will I get my $20 back if none of their cups fit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 What I read is that once you pay the $20 to order the sizing kit, they give you a $19.99 rebate to send in. Actually, I have a non- Jockey brand that I like pretty well now and which I think fits well - Freya Active. I was fitted and bought them at Nordies. It's supposed to be a sports bra but I like it for everyday because it gives me really good support which is what I need all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 I was all ready to grab a measuring cup out of the kitchen but then read the article :tongue_smilie: Ha ha, I'd need some small mixing bowls. . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolly Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 I think it is a great idea. I wonder if the stores will have their measuring system for fittings. Now, will I be able to order individual cup sizes for each side? Guess that might look really strange! Maybe add padding to the smaller side? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 I don't think you could order individual cup sizes for each side because then they would have to be custom made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfinlady Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 I saw the bra that this system goes with at the Jockey outlet last weekend. Now I know what I was looking at! They are pricey, $60 per bra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SquirrellyMama Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Ha ha, I'd need some small mixing bowls. . . True, I guess my measuring cups won't work either :) I think it is a great idea. I wonder if the stores will have their measuring system for fittings. Now, will I be able to order individual cup sizes for each side? Guess that might look really strange! Maybe add padding to the smaller side? I have this problem too. One-sided nursing took its toll. As the years go by it isn't as noticeable but... I would like one that has the padding on one side to make it match. Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 I think the price of their bra is a bit high although I used to pay about that on a regular basis. Then I had a reduction surgery. I have been to one professional fitting and it was obviously not memorable because I have no idea why I'm not wearing that bra anymore. I like the idea of the new system but I wouldn't want to be one of the initial testing crowd. I mean, what if I don't like their one bra? If I knew I had lots of choices, I'd certainly give it a try. I am not happy with my current bra style. I don't think it fits at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hikin' Mama Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 It would never work for me. Measuring cups are too big. I need measuring spoons. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TracyP Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 $60 is pricey, but I like the idea. I also love that this was a mostly female team that came up with this new sizing system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Well I ordered it. I will update after I buy a bra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganCupcake Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 The article said bras come in a "handful" of sizes. Apparently the author has never had the "opportunity" to explore the middle to end of the alphabet of bra sizes; one can buy a bra in an N cup, at least. That's at least 13 cup sizes. I was also curious about how the volume of the cups may or may not change with the size of the band. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joannqn Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 This was Jockey's response to my question to size range and losing money on the fit kit if none of the cups fit: Hi, it's nice to hear from you, Joann. That's a really good question. Although the fit kit works for the overwhelming majority of women, the sizing system is so unlike anything that we can't make a comparison to old sizing systems you've used to determine how you fit into our Volumetric system. So you just have to try the fit kit. And this is a no-risk proposition: we ship it to you for free--and support it with a money-back guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied, just email me back and receive a full refund. The best part? There is no need to send your fit kit back to us—we highly encourage you to pass it along to your friends and family so that they can experience "Love at First Fit, Guaranteed℠." To get started, just click here: https://www.jockey.com/brafitkit Hope this helps! Please let us know! Rate this customer service email by taking the Jockey 20-Second survey by clicking here.Please don't hesitate to contact me if I can be of further assistance. To respond to this email, please click here. Or you can call us toll-free at 1-800-JOCKEY-1 (1-800-562-5391) weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time and on weekends from 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Central Time. Sincerely, Sarah O. Customer Care Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 I'd be willing to try it, but it seems like it's still not an exact measurement; "the least spillage" may be open to interpretation. "Test out each of the flexible plastic 'cups' on your breast; when you find the one that covers with the least 'spillage,' that cup is your size." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdventureMoms Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 The article said bras come in a "handful" of sizes. Apparently the author has never had the "opportunity" to explore the middle to end of the alphabet of bra sizes; one can buy a bra in an N cup, at least. That's at least 13 cup sizes. I was also curious about how the volume of the cups may or may not change with the size of the band. I laughed at that part also. I have gone as high as a K cup while nursing, so I know that there are quite a few sizes out there. Even while not nursing, I am usually a J, so I kind of doubt these will work. I do wish there was some indication as to how large the largest cups are so I could know if its even worth ordering. I would happily pay $60 for a bra that fit. I pay that for bras that only sort of fit all the time. I can't exactly just go shopping at target, KWIM? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 Well I am not sure it will work for me either but since it is a money back guarantee from a reputable company, I decided to give it a try. It isn't here yet so I can't report about it until it comes and then if I order a bra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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