# World’s biggest bra to be auctioned for Breast Cancer Care

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2018/02/02/worlds-biggest-bra-auctioned-breast-cancer-care/
- Published: 2018-02-02T11:38:23+00:00
- Author: Howard Lake

**Remember the giant fluorescent bra that appeared on the side of ITV’s South Bank
tower in London in 2011? The record-breaking undergarment is now being auctioned
to raise funds for Breast Cancer Care.**

The bra was constructed by Chillisauce, the specialist events company. It was part
of their support for Wear It Pink Day. Visible on the side of ITV’s South Bank tower,
passers-by were encouraged to donate to the cause. Built by the last remaining firm
of sailmakers in London, the bra was unveiled live on ITV’s This Morning.

The late [Liz Monks](https://fundraising.co.uk/2015/11/05/obituary-liz-monks-fundraiser-and-charity-leader/)
was Director of Fundraising of Breast Cancer Campaign (now Breast Cancer Now) at
the time. She said: “This world record brought Wear It Pink Day the public attention
it deserves as a fantastic fun day for anyone to join in.”

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![World's largest bra - Chillisauce.co.uk](https://wfay6x.infiniteuploads.cloud/
2022/01/chillsauce-worlds-largest-bra-itv.webp)

World’s largest bra – Chillisauce.co.uk

The bright pink bra weighs 90kg and is an estimated 1360B in size. It was inspired
by the 34B Gorgeous t-shirt bra by Debenhams. “Even the bra clips and buckles are
identical”.

![The Debenham's bra on which the giant bra was measured. Model not actual size.](
https://wfay6x.infiniteuploads.cloud/2022/01/chillsauce-worlds-largest-bra-debenhams-
inspiration.webp)

The Debenham’s bra on which the giant bra was measured. Model not actual size.

It is being [auctioned on eBay](https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/192444491616) and Chillisauce
say that they will donate every penny from the auction to Breast Cancer Care.

It was officially recognised by the Guinness World Records as the biggest bra on
the globe. It was [originally auctioned for charity](https://fundraising.co.uk/2012/11/01/world039s-largest-bra-auctioned-breast-cancer-campaign/)
in November 2012.

## The bra in numbers

The bra itself was modelled on a **34B** ‘Gorgeous’ t-shirt bra which was available
to buy at Debenhams at the time. The bra took **four weeks** to make, and was entrusted
to London’s last remaining sailmakers, M Pull Sailmakers.
Made up of **270m** of
material, the bust measurement reaches **29.6m**, it has an under bust measurement
of **26.72m** and is an **estimated 1360B** in cup size.

![World's largest bra - Chillisauce.co.uk](https://wfay6x.infiniteuploads.cloud/
2022/01/chillsauce-worlds-largest-bra-itv-pink-1200x800.webp)

World’s largest bra – Chillisauce.co.uk

 Mike Chidzey, spokesperson for Chillisauce.com said: “The bra has given us much
happiness here at Chillisauce over the years and we feel it’s about time someone
else experienced this for themselves. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to
own a landmark piece of underwear and all for a good cause.

“Our aim in auctioning the bra is to build awareness and involvement in World Cancer
Day as well as raise money for Breast Cancer Care in the process.”

You can find out more [about the world’s biggest bra](https://chillisauce.com/blog/post-63101c7489450b8a709c)
from Chillisauce.
 

## WATCH: Hartmann: The World’s Biggest Bra

## More fundraising world records

 * **[Fundraising world record round-up](https://fundraising.co.uk/2021/06/24/fundraising-world-record-round-up/)(
   24 June 2021)**
 * **[World record marathon attempt by charity underway](https://fundraising.co.uk/2008/03/27/world-record-marathon-attempt-charity-underway/)(
   27 March 2008)**
 * **[Kwik Fit breaks tyre-rolling world record to raise £30,000 for DEC](https://fundraising.co.uk/2005/03/13/kwikfit-breaks-tyre-rolling-world-record-raise-30000-dec/)(
   13 March 2005)**