Reviewed
38B vs 36C
38B and 36C are sister sizes: the cups hold the same volume. 38B has the looser band and 36C the firmer one, so pick by how the band feels.
Side by side
| 38B | 36C | |
|---|---|---|
| Relationship | Sister sizes | |
| UK | 38B | 36C |
| AU | 16B | 14C |
| EU | 85B | 80C |
| FR | 100B | 95C |
| Underbust | 38–39 in | 36–37 in |
| Bust | ≈ 40 in | ≈ 39 in |
| Cup volume | Same | |
On the size chart
38B is marked in ink and 36C is outlined. The yellow diagonal through 38B shows every size with the same cup volume.
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Read each size
Questions
Is 38B the same as 36C?
38B and 36C are sister sizes: the cups hold the same volume. 38B has the looser band and 36C the firmer one, so pick by how the band feels.
Can I wear 36C if I'm a 38B?
Often, yes. The cups hold the same volume, so the change you'll feel is the band: 36C is firmer. Choose by how the band sits, level and snug on the loosest hook.
What are 38B and 36C in UK sizes?
38B is UK 38B and 36C is UK 36C. In Europe they are 85B and 80C.