Enter the bust and waist measurements into the calculator to determine the bust to waist ratio. This ratio is a measure of body shape and proportion often used in fashion and health assessments.
Bust to Waist Ratio Formula
The following formula is used to calculate the bust to waist ratio:
BWR = Bust / Waist
Variables:
- BWR is the bust to waist ratio
- Bust is the circumference of the bust (inches)
- Waist is the circumference of the waist (inches)
To calculate the bust to waist ratio, divide the bust measurement by the waist measurement.
What is a Bust to Waist Ratio?
The bust to waist ratio is a simple division of the bust measurement by the waist measurement. It is a common measure of body proportion and is often used in the fashion industry to design clothing that fits well. In health assessments, it can be used to indicate body shape and potential health risks associated with certain body proportions.
How to Calculate Bust to Waist Ratio?
The following steps outline how to calculate the Bust to Waist Ratio:
- First, measure the circumference of the bust at the fullest part in inches.
- Next, measure the circumference of the waist at the narrowest part in inches.
- Use the formula BWR = Bust / Waist.
- Finally, calculate the Bust to Waist Ratio (BWR).
- After inserting the measurements and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.
Example Problem:
Use the following measurements as an example problem to test your knowledge.
Bust measurement = 36 inches
Waist measurement = 24 inches
