Underwires | France
France Underwire
This wire has a splayed and shallow fit, perfect for relaxed and comfortable bras and fine lingerie. These underwires are shorter than most styles and low at both the center front and underarm. Ideal for many different bust sizes, but particularly suited to smaller/petite cup sizes where classic underwire styles can often be too narrow and long.
Pattern Matches: Mesange Bra (Hari Ito)
Charts for all underwire styles here:
- Made from 24 gauge flat steel wire (Nickel Free & PET coated)
- Can be used in bras/lingerie and swimwear
- Coloured tip is the centre front
*Make sure to print at actual size, or 100% scaling. Test for accurate size with the ruler located on each chart.
PDF Chart
Learn more about underwire styles: Underwire Styles & Body Types
Learn more about fitting underwires: How to Fit an Underwire
Find Your Bra & Underwire Size
*This Size Guide and Emerald Erin Patterns use UK Bra Sizing
1. Find Your Band Size
Measure directly under your bust, holding the tape measure snug. If using cm, convert the measurement to inches. Round this number to the closest even number, rounding up if you are directly in between. This is your band size.
2. Find Your Cup Size
Measure over the fullest point of your bust, be sure not to pull the tape measure tight. If using cm, convert the measurement to inches. Subtract your band size, from your full bust measurement. Each inch of difference equals 1 cup size.
E.G. 40(full bust measurement) - 36(band size) = 4 (D cup)
3. Find Your Bra Size
Put your band size and cup size together to get your bra size.
E.G. 36D
4. Find Your Underwire Size
If your bra style includes an underwire, consult this wire chart to find the standard size of wire for your bra size.
E.G. 36D = 40 underwire
Underwire Size Table
*Different designers may use different sizing systems, check the pattern you are planning to use to find your size.
