Bra Size Calculator Netherlands
The Netherlands uses EU sizing, the same system as Germany and most of continental Europe: centimetre bands in steps of 5 and consecutive cup letters.
Enter Your Measurements
Sizes on this page are estimates. Sizing varies by brand and style, so always check the brand’s own size chart and try on before you buy. Nothing here is medical advice.
How to measure
You need a soft measuring tape and two minutes. Underbust: wrap the tape directly under your bust, level and snug, breathing out normally. Bust: wrap it around the fullest part, level across your back, without pressing in. Enter both numbers above, in inches or centimetres. The full steps are in the step-by-step measuring guide.
Netherlands bra size chart
| EU / NL band | US band | UK band | FR band |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 28 | 28 | 85 |
| 75 | 30 | 30 | 90 |
| 80 | 32 | 32 | 95 |
| 85 | 34 | 34 | 100 |
| 90 | 36 | 36 | 105 |
| 95 | 38 | 38 | 110 |
Cups run by the difference between your bust and band measurements. One inch of difference is roughly one cup step in US and UK sizing; in centimetre systems the steps are 2.5 cm.
How Netherlands sizing works
Dutch bands run 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 95 in centimetres. Cups run A through H with no doubled letters. A Dutch size and an EU size are the same label.
A worked example
A 34-inch underbust with a 3-inch difference is a Dutch 85D, a US 34C and a UK 34C.
Converting to and from Netherlands sizes
A Dutch 85D is a US 34C and a UK 34C. The band converts by rounding, but the cup letter shifts because the EU progression counts differently — always convert both parts, not just the number.
Common measuring mistakes
Measuring over a padded bra lifts and compresses, giving a smaller bust reading. Measure without a bra or in a thin, unpadded one. Pulling the tape too tight underestimates the band. Letting the tape droop at the back overestimates the bust. Using an old size without re-measuring — weight, pregnancy, breastfeeding and aging all change the numbers, so re-measure every year or two.
Shopping tips for Netherlands
Dutch stores label in EU sizing. If you are buying from a UK brand's Dutch site, the listing may show UK sizes — convert before ordering rather than assuming the number matches.
One habit covers every system: check the system on the label, convert both the band and the cup, and try the bra on before committing to more than one. Returns are easier than a drawer full of the wrong size.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizing system does Netherlands use?
Dutch bands run 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 95 in centimetres. Cups run A through H with no doubled letters. A Dutch size and an EU size are the same label. If a label you are reading does not match this system, it is probably an import — convert it rather than guessing.
How do I convert my US or UK size to a Netherlands size?
A Dutch 85D is a US 34C and a UK 34C. The band converts by rounding, but the cup letter shifts because the EU progression counts differently — always convert both parts, not just the number. The global size converter does this translation for any size in one step.
What if my size is not sold, or I am between sizes?
Try a sister size: one band down and one cup up, or one band up and one cup down, keeping roughly the same cup volume. If you are between cups, start with the larger cup — you can tighten a band, but you cannot add cup volume.
Do brands in Netherlands vary?
Yes. Every system is a starting point, not a guarantee: band stretch, cup depth, wire width and grading vary by brand and style. Always check the brand's own chart and try on when you can.