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36C vs 36D

36D is bigger than 36C. Same band, and 36D has the larger cup letter, so it holds more.

Side by side

36C36D
RelationshipSame band, different cup
UK36C36D
AU14C14D
EU80C80D
FR95C95D
Underbust36–37 in36–37 in
Bust≈ 39 in≈ 40 in
Cup volume36D holds more

On the size chart

36C is marked in ink and 36D is outlined. The yellow diagonal through 36C shows every size with the same cup volume.

36C = UK 36C · AU 14C · EU 80C · FR 95C. Sister sizes: 34D, 38B. 36C in full →
A
B
C
D
DD
DDD
G
H
28
30
32
34
36
38
40
42
44

Questions

Is 36C or 36D bigger?

36D is bigger than 36C. Same band, and 36D has the larger cup letter, so it holds more.

Can I wear 36D if I'm a 36C?

Only if the fit check says so. A different cup letter on the same band changes the cup volume, so try both where returns are easy.

What are 36C and 36D in UK sizes?

36C is UK 36C and 36D is UK 36D. In Europe they are 80C and 80D.