Is a 42L the same in every brand?

No — a 42L isn't identical across brands, because brands use different sizing systems and cup depths. Here's how a standard US 42L translates in the brands we track: ThirdLove 42L, Wacoal 42L, Panache 42HH, Freya 42HH, Elomi 42HH, Glamorise 42L, SHEFIT 42L, b.tempt'd 42L, Kindred Bravely 42L, ENELL 42L, Fantasie 42HH.

What are the sister sizes for 42L?

42L's sister sizes — same cup volume, different band — are 40M and 44K. Try a sister size if the band feels too tight or loose but the cup still fits.

42L Bras

119 bras tracked in 42L · 2 brands · See all L cup

Brands: Elomi, Panache

Your 42L across brands

A 42L isn’t the same in every brand. Here’s how a standard US 42L translates across the brands we track — and how each one runs.

Brand	How it runs	Your 42L →
ThirdLove	cups run generous	42L
Wacoal	true to size	42L
Panache	true to size	42HH
Freya	band runs small	42HH
Elomi	cups run generous	42HH
Glamorise	true to size	42L
SHEFIT	true to size	42L
b.tempt'd	true to size	42L
Kindred Bravely	true to size	42L
ENELL	true to size	42L
Fantasie	true to size	42HH

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Sister sizes

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Your 42L across brands

Tango Balcony Bra - Nutmeg

Tango Balcony Bra - Navy

Tango Essence Balcony Bra - Cherry Red

Esme Balcony Bra - Ziggy

Esme Balcony Bra - Wildflower

Esme Balcony Bra - Wonderland

Bliss Full Cup Bra - Lilac

Estel Full Cup Bra - Royal Blue

Estel Plunge Bra - Royal Blue

Estel Plunge Bra - Blush Pink

Estel Plunge Bra - Berry

Jaida Plunge Bra - Scarlet

Estel Full Cup Bra - Sage

Estel Plunge Bra - Rose Gold

Josephine Full Cup Bra - Magenta/Latte

Josephine Full Cup Bra - Cobalt/Latte

Natalia Full Cup Bra - Bordeaux Red

Tango Balcony Bra - Chai

Andorra Full Cup Bra - Black

Illuminate Full Cup Bra - Dark Green

Upbeat Wired Sports Bra - Blue

Anya Spot Balcony Tankini Top - Black/White

Anya Spot Balcony Tankini Top - Navy/Ivory

Eden Balcony Bra - Black

Ashley Padded Balcony Bra - Black

Eden Balcony Bra - Pink

Bliss Full Cup Bra - Rose Print

Sophia Plunge Bra - Red

Ella Plunge Bra - Black Sequin

Josephine Full Cup Bra - Forest Green

Estel Full Cup Bra - Cherry Red

Activate Wired Sports Bra - Black/Chalk

Paloma Balcony Swimsuit - Navy Gingham

Tango Essence Balcony Bra - Honey

Tango Essence Balcony Bra - Black

Dream Full Cup Bra - Navy

Tango Edit Balcony Bra - White

Cate Allure Full Cup Banded Bra: Deep Emerald

Kintai Plunge Bra: Blackberry

Cate Full Cup Banded Bra: White

Cate Full Cup Banded Bra: Latte

Cate Full Cup Banded Bra: Hazel

Cate Full Cup Banded Bra: Black

Cate Allure Full Cup Banded Bra: Sahara

Cate Allure Full Cup Banded Bra: Black

Tango Balcony Bra - Honey

Tango Balcony Bra - Blush

Tango Balcony Bra - Black

Dream Full Cup Bra - Pistachio

Lucie Stretch Plunge Bra: Midnight

Charley Stretch Plunge Bra: Fawn

Charley Stretch Plunge Bra: Black

Charley Stretch Plunge Bra: Ballet Pink

Charley Plunge Bra: Jet

Sachi Plunge Bra: Cafe Au Lait

Sachi Plunge Bra: Black

Morgan Stretch Banded Bra: Dark Romance

Reja Plunge Bra: Black

Nerina Stretch Plunge Bra: Rouge

Zarla Stretch Banded Bra: Sapphire

Kintai Plunge Bra: Black

Morgan Stretch Banded Bra: Cameo Rose

Lucie Stretch Plunge Bra: Wildcat

Lucie Stretch Plunge Bra: White

Lucie Stretch Plunge Bra: Pale Blush

Lucie Stretch Plunge Bra: Mocha

Lucie Stretch Plunge Bra: Mist

Lucie Stretch Plunge Bra: Black

Morgan Stretch Banded Bra: White

Morgan Stretch Banded Bra: Sahara

Morgan Stretch Banded Bra: Midnight

Morgan Stretch Banded Bra: Haute Red

Morgan Stretch Banded Bra: Black

Morgan Stretch Banded Bra: Toasted Almond

Morgan Stretch Banded Bra: Hot House

Morgan Stretch Banded Bra: Ebony

Tiernie Stretch Plunge Bra: Sahara

Nerina Stretch Plunge Bra: Sahara

Nerina Stretch Plunge Bra: Black