[timarie]

The way I measure is to place the tape flat against the fullest part of the bust along all curves. This to me is more accurate though many measure flat around and straight across. I learned when selling shoes over the phone or internet, you always take a foot measurement and shoe measurement following all curves because straight across is inaccurate and the shoes often will not fit the foot.

Now I know when breasts are contained in a bra measure differently because they are squeezed in or up. And usually the number comes out smaller. So I might measure 33 " in a bra but I got more cleavage to the eye.

I like your personal way of measuring! It sounds a LOT more accurate than the conventional way of measuring across the bust. I wish that was the standard!