What Bra Cup Size Comes After DD?

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Escrito por Carmen Rodriguez

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Escrito por Carmen Rodriguez

What Bra Cup Size Comes After DD? A Guide to Understanding Full-Bust Sizing

When shopping for bras—especially as you move into full-bust or plus-size territory—navigating cup sizes can quickly become confusing. A question we often hear at Olivia Paisley Intimates is:

“What cup size comes after DD?”

If you’ve outgrown a DD (also known as E in some size systems) and find yourself needing more coverage or support, you’re not alone. Understanding how cup sizes scale is essential to finding your true fit and the comfort you deserve.

Let’s break it down—expert-style.

Understanding Cup Sizes: Beyond the Basics

Bra sizing is made up of two key elements:

Band size (the number, e.g., 34, 38, 42)
Cup size (the letter, e.g., D, DD, G)

As you move up in cup volume, the letters increase alphabetically, but sizing is not always uniform across countries or brands.

What Comes After DD?

In U.S. bra sizing, DD is followed by DDD—also sometimes labeled as F cup.

Here’s a simplified progression in U.S. cup sizes:

D
DD (also known as E)
DDD (also known as F)
G
H
I
J
K... and beyond

So, to answer the question:
👉 After DD comes DDD (or F cup), followed by G, H, and so on.

Note: UK and European sizing use different labeling. For example, in UK sizes, after DD comes E, F, FF, G, etc.

U.S. vs. UK Sizing – A Quick Comparison

U.S. Cup Size	UK Equivalent
D	D
DD	DD
DDD/F	E
G	F
H	FF
I	G

If you're shopping internationally or online, be sure to check the size chart or consult a fit expert—like the team at Olivia Paisley Intimates—to ensure you’re ordering the correct size.

Why You Might Need a Larger Cup Size

You might need a size beyond DD if:

Your current bra cups overflow or gap
The center gore doesn’t lie flat against your chest
You feel compressed or unsupported, especially with underwire bras
You experience spillage at the top, side, or under the arms
You’ve had weight or hormonal changes (like pregnancy or postpartum)

It’s important to remember that cup size alone isn’t the full story. A 38DD and a 34DD are not the same volume. This is where sister sizing and professional fittings come into play.

Full-Bust Fit Tip: Prioritize Support, Not Just Size

As cup sizes increase, so do the demands on design and construction. That’s why Olivia Paisley Intimates offers:

Wide bands for better anchoring
Reinforced cups and side panels
Supportive underwires that contour without digging
Bras designed specifically for fuller busts, not just scaled-up versions of standard sizes

We know that finding the right fit isn’t just about numbers and letters—it’s about how you feel wearing your bra all day long.

Final Thoughts: Your Size May Be Bigger Than You Think—And That’s Okay

Outgrowing a DD doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with your body—it just means you need a bra that matches your shape and supports your confidence.

If you’ve been asking, “What bra cup comes after DD?”, the answer is: DDD/F, then G, H, and beyond—depending on the system used.

At Olivia Paisley Intimates, we specialize in bras for every size, shape, and stage of life. Our fit experts are here to help you navigate sizing, try new styles, and finally find a bra that feels like it was made for you.