Size guide
Find the size that will offer you the best balance of support, comfort, and freedom of movement.
How to take your measurements
Measure your bust
Place the tape around the fullest part of your bust. Keep it level and horizontal, without compressing the breasts.
Measure your waist
Place the tape horizontally around the narrowest part of your waist, without tightening.
Measure your high hips
Measure around the top of your hips, slightly below the natural waist, keeping the tape parallel to the floor.
Measure your hips
Place the tape around the fullest part of your hips and buttocks.
Measure your torso length
Start at the top of your shoulder, pass the tape through your legs, and come back up to the starting point. This measurement is especially important for one-piece swimsuits.
Measure your underbust
Place the tape directly under the bust, perfectly horizontal and snug to the body. Use this measurement with your bust measurement to choose a cup-sized top.
Swimwear and beachwear
Artesands uses Australian sizing. The corresponding US size is indicated in the second row.
| Artesands Size — Australia | 12+ | 14+ | 16+ | 18+ | 20+ | 22+ | 24+ | 26+ | 28+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Equivalent | 8+ | 10+ | 12+ | 14+ | 16+ | 18+ | 20+ | 22+ | 24+ |
| Bust | 100–105 cm | 105–110 cm | 110–115 cm | 115–120 cm | 120–125 cm | 125–130 cm | 130–135 cm | 135–142.5 cm | 142.5–150 cm |
| Waist | 85–90 cm | 90–95 cm | 95–100 cm | 100–105 cm | 105–110 cm | 110–115 cm | 115–120 cm | 120–127.5 cm | 127.5–135 cm |
| High Hips | 102–107 cm | 107–112 cm | 112–117 cm | 117–122 cm | 122–127 cm | 127–132 cm | 132–137 cm | 137–144.5 cm | 144.5–152 cm |
| Hips | 110–115 cm | 115–120 cm | 120–125 cm | 125–130 cm | 130–135 cm | 135–140 cm | 140–145 cm | 145–152.5 cm | 152.5–160 cm |
| Torso Length | 163–167 cm | 167–171 cm | 171–175 cm | 175–179 cm | 179–183 cm | 183–187 cm | 187–191 cm | 191–198.5 cm | 198.5–206 cm |
Determine your cup size
Subtract your underbust measurement from your bust measurement. Then use the difference to find your cup size.
| Artesands Cup | A | B | C | D | DD | E | F | FF | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust / Underbust difference | 12–15 cm | 14–17 cm | 16–19 cm | 18–21 cm | 20–23 cm | 22–25 cm | 24–27 cm | 26–29 cm | 28–31 cm |
Choosing by swimsuit type
One-piece
Use primarily your bust, hip, and torso length measurements. If your torso is long, prioritize the size that best corresponds to your torso length.
Tankini
Choose the top based on your bust and waist. Select the bottom separately based on your hip measurement.
Underwired bikini top
Use your underbust measurement and cup size. The band should be firm and the cups should fully encapsulate the bust.
Multifit bikini top
Check the cup range indicated on the model's page. The stretchy materials and adjustments allow the top to fit several cup sizes.
Bikini bottom
Choose your size based on your hip measurement. Also consider the desired rise and coverage of the model.
Swim dress
Use your bust, waist, and hip measurements. For a form-fitting model, choose the largest size indicated by your measurements.
Beachwear
For a flowy fit, use primarily your bust and hip measurements. Consult the product page when a specific fit is indicated.
Firm support
The fabric should stay firmly in place without compressing. The straps should be comfortable and the bust should be completely encapsulated.
How to recognize a good fit
At the bust
The bust should be fully encapsulated, with no overflow and no gapping in the cup.
At the back
The band should remain horizontal and stable, without riding up the back or digging into the body.
At the straps
The straps should remain comfortable, without slipping or leaving deep marks on your shoulders.
At the hips
The swimsuit should hug your curves without cutting into the skin, rolling, or creating excessive folds.