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Help!! Calculator size feels too tight

Awhile I used the calculator to find my size. My measurements are Underbust: Loose 29 Snug 28 Tight 27.5 Bust: standing 31.5 leaning 32 lying 31.5

I think I measured everything correct, the size recommended was 28C/D or sister size 30B. I ended up getting 4 brand new bras from VS in size 30B and they all feel so tight and ride up back my back. I should probably also mention I have a rib that often slips out of place and been going to physical therapy for a few months so my ribs are often sore which might be why the tighter bra feels so horrible?

I've been using an extender with the one that fits best, which is a lightly lined wireless tshirt bra. With the the extender it feels slightly better but it's been weeks now and I still can't wear it without the extender. Does that mean I should be using a different size??

I think I have a shallow projection and short root. I usually have issues with gaping at the top.

Help?! Do I just need to give the 30B more time to wear in?

5 Comments
2024/11/14
22:51 UTC

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[FITCHECK] now with working links to pics!

Previous thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/s/olzmhzXbk4

Based on folks’ great feedback, I ordered another round of bras and I’d love to get a fit check on these:

https://ibb.co/album/KcYFt7

In order of the pics:

Freya Offbeat Plunge 32E

Freya Offbeat Plunge 32F

Panache Envy 32E

Panache Envy 32F

Panache Jasmine 32F

Panache Ana 32FF

Which of these look like the closest fit?

3 Comments
2024/11/14
21:59 UTC

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help a girl out with a [measurement check], [fit check] for a 44DD curvy Kate victory balconette, and maybe some [recommendations]? I need a professional lol

Backstory: Okay i am 30 and my entire life I have not had a bra that fits well. They all have so much room in the top of the cups but balconette bras have always seemed uncomfortable. I have been doing a ton of research in this sub, gathered my measurements into the calculator, got my size, figured out my shape (I think) and researched the perfect bra. I ordered two of them and they didn’t fit :(. It actually left me with a bruise! Trying to return has been a headache, it was $80 total and they’re only estimating I get $25 back after shipping and whatever other fees I guess. I really don’t want to invest in another bra if it isn’t going to fit and not be able to return 🥺.

[Measurement Check] in inches: Loose underbust: 45” Snug underbust: 44” Tight underbust 43.5” Standing bust: 49.5” Leaning bust: 50” Laying bust: 50”

The calculator gave me 44DD/DDD in US and 44DD/E in UK sizing. I believe I am a shallow root, wide, outer full. My best fitting bra is a 46 C and even that doesn’t fit super well. There is some gapping in the top of the bra and it can be uncomfortable in the front wire. The straps also fall off of my shoulders a lot but when I tighten them they dig in.

[FIT CHECK] The bra I bought most recently after doing research was the Curvy Kate Victory Balconette in 44DD. Here’s the rundown:

Band—too tight. It rolls up on my sides a bit.

Gore—the gore was one of my biggest problems. It stuck into my sternum the whole night and left a bruise.

Cups—the cups honestly seem perfect. There’s a little gapping at first but when I gather my breasts into the cups they seem to fit great.

Comfort—there is a lot of discomfort where the bottom of the wire meets the top of my rib cage as well as the aforementioned bruising from the gore. Otherwise it does feel supportive and looks pretty good.

Picture: https://postimg.cc/D8BWDj1m

Hopefully I included all info I need but if not let me know!

3 Comments
2024/11/14
21:51 UTC

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Feels like I have an inner tube around my chest…

I have a question for the ppl with larger chests, like 38DDD and up. When you have found a bra that fits, does it feel like you’re wearing a chest plate? And/or, does it feel like you’re being suffocated by your own boobs? I have tried all kind of sizing methods and shapes of bras, materials of bras, different brands…and if it “fits” the way it’s supposed to I end up with boobs so wide my arms can’t sit properly, or I have so much tissue in front of me, the pressure on my chest is literally anxiety inducing. Have I just been doing it wrong??? I hope I have! I have been wearing bras since 2000 and I have never found ones that were comfortable and truly wearable. I’m so hesitant to try again and waste more money on bras that will never actually get worn 😢😢😢

30 Comments
2024/11/14
21:06 UTC

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[Recommendations] Thought I had something, but I don't. Trans woman, 40DDD/G looking for new suggestions.

Hello, I'm back. Again. (Sorry) Trans woman (AMAB) looking for some help since the calculator has given me a new suggested size of 40DDD/G

A few months ago I thought I finally found a bra that was great for me, a Freya Offbeat Side Support in 40D. But as I've been wearing the bra, it's been very uncomfortable to wear. The gore pushes hard against my sternum if I move around too much (like if I'm out for a brief walk) and it's tight around the band even with an extender on the furthest hook. The cups themselves, however, still seem to fit.

The Elomi Charley was my next closest fit with 40DD being the best size but even then the bra slid up and down; same with a 40E.

And the bra that's been the most comfortable to wear is a Chantelle Norah Comfort 40C which is absolutely too small for me but as far as the band goes is great. But the Norah Comfort is too shallow for me even in larger sizes and I'm full on bottom and kinda projected.

Also, I guess I underestimated how well my HRT was working because it looks like my measurements have changed since I last measured a few months ago so my updated measurements are below. Any and all recommendations would be appreciated.

Loose Underbust: 41.5

Snug Underbust: 40.5

Tight Underbust: 39.5

Standing bust: 46

Leaning bust: 48

Lying bust: 47.5

2 Comments
2024/11/14
21:01 UTC

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Bra size I got back is largely different from size I currently wear. Advice/help!

I just put measurements into the calculator and got back a 44K/L. I currently wear a 40DDD, which I feel fits me okay? This seems like a big jump.

Here are my measurements (US/Ca): Loose Underbust 47, Snug Underbust 45.5, Tight Underbust 44, Standing Bust 55, Leaning Bust 61, Lying Bust 55.

3 Comments
2024/11/14
20:37 UTC

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Looking for a Longline push-up bra with padding in a 30D? Thank you!

I’m looking for a longline/longer band padded push-up in a 30D. Aerie used to make them but doesn’t make them in my size anymore and I literally check their new arrivals everytime hoping they’ll expand their range in my size and it seems to keep shrinking. Thank you!

2 Comments
2024/11/14
19:56 UTC

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[Measurement Check] Currently 36C US, calculator says 30 L US and 30 HH UK

Hi everyone! I'm hoping to get some help finding the right bra size for my girlfriend. She lives in Mexico, so we believe bra sizing follows the US system.

She currently wears a 36C, but it doesn't seem to fit quite right. She says the band feels loose after a while, the cups end up sitting too low, and her nipples poke through the fabric when it's cold.

Her measurements in centimeter are: Loose underbust: 80 / Snug underbust: 74 / Tight underbust: 76 / Standing bust: 104 Leaning bust: 109 Lying bust: 107 and after calculating her size it ended up being 30 L and 30 HH

Based on these measurements, the calculator suggested 30L or 30HH, which seems like a huge difference from her current size!

After browsing Amazon and doing some initial research, she thinks she might be a 36G or 36L, but the jump in band size from 30 to 36 is throwing us off.

She usually wears demi bras with light lining, but suggestions for styles that might offer a similar or better fit and any advice on her size and where to find well-fitting bras would be greatly appreciated!

6 Comments
2024/11/14
18:55 UTC

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I think I found a winner! Can the experts here please check

I’m still waiting on a few more styles to arrive but I just received the Jasmine Balconnet and I think it fits correctly and is a good shape for me. Since you guys are the experts I would like you to confirm or deny. I have to say wearing the wires so high up aka where they were supposed to be all along feels a little strange but I’m sure I’ll get used to it. Also if I’m correct and it’s a good fit, I would appreciate any recommendations for other styles that are cut similarly and may also work. I’m waiting on the Freya Snapshot, Panache Ana and Panache Envy. Cleo Blossom is out of stock in my size everywhere that I looked.

I ordered a 28F and 28FF, I think the 28F is perfect and the FF is a tiny bit too big in the right cup.

This is the F:

https://ibb.co/FwjV0QY https://ibb.co/TBkgCnz https://ibb.co/gdZB9Zc https://ibb.co/c6B2hhv

FF and if you zoom in a bit you’ll see what I’m talking about that it looks just a tiny bit baggy.

https://ibb.co/DwGwWFS https://ibb.co/McVjV81 https://ibb.co/jfG0Hzt

Thank you!!

8 Comments
2024/11/14
18:06 UTC

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How quickly do you move to a tighter set of hooks, assuming good fit?

I have a well-fitting bra after using the ABTF calc and a long process of trying on many different styles and sizes. It's an Elomi Charley 38G (calc size 38G/GG) and I have 3 of them. I used an extender for the first few wears because they were pretty snug at first, but they became fully comfortable after that.

I've only had them about a month and a half (one only 1 month) and they all seem close to needing to move to the second set of hooks (riding up a bit, etc.) That seems fast, so I wanted to know how quickly other people typically need to move to smaller hooks. I hope this doesn't mean they will fully stretch out in just a few months!

Other info: I rotate the 3 bras so I never wear one two days in a row. I hand wash about every 3 wears (sometimes 2) in cool water with Soak and air dry by hanging by the gore. I do wear them every day, so each bra gets worn about 2-3x a week.

17 Comments
2024/11/14
16:31 UTC

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Hi! I would love input…does anyone purchase bras from the US? If so, what shipping options are you using and what is your cost? I’m looking for the cheapest shipping options. The lowest cost seems to take a while to arrive. Does this matter to most? Thank you for the help!

4 Comments
2024/11/14
16:01 UTC

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Anita nursing bras size 32h any good?

32h (US size) nursing bras

Has anyone tried Anita Maternity microfiber nursing bras? Are they any good?

I finally did a proper measurement and got my size, so I want to get some good nursing bras.

3 Comments
2024/11/14
15:58 UTC

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Bras ride down in the front and up in the back?

Hi all!

So, strange question that I wasn't able to find much info on - it seems that, after the 3rd or 4th wear on a bra, no matter how well it fit initially, it begins to ride down in the front (slide down from my IMF) and up in the back, almost like it's shifting the straps down? It got to the point yesterday where it was no longer supporting me at all and part of my underboob was flush against my chest causing a visible line/crease towards the gore (like how we warn a bra SHOULDNT fit).

I don't think this is a projection issue, as it happens on even my most projected bras (EM BM, Cleo Blossom), but it almost feels like the weight of my boobs is pushing it down and the band just gives up the ghost...

Whenever I buy a new bra, I do all the proper checks (make sure that the band fits snugly on the first hook, the gore tacks, the wires follow my root (as best as possible), no quadding, etc) - if not, it's a return. But it seems like these things all stop happening within a handful of wears!

My first reaction was that the band is too loose, but thought that would be odd considering it fits like it should on the first wear (ik they stretch out but don't think it's supposed to happen THAT fast!).

Here are my measurements in case it's at all useful for assessment (I wear a 32G UK). My best fit at the moment that does this the least is my EM BM in a 75G (suspiciously, also my newest least worn bra)

loose - 33.5 snug - 31.75 tight - 29.75   standing - 39.25 leaning - 44 laying - 41.5

If anyone has any advice it would be much appreciated!

18 Comments
2024/11/14
15:20 UTC

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AMAB 44C - looking for everyday wear suggestions after trying sports bras

Hey all,

I’m a heavier dude that’s been wearing sports bras while working out for roughly a year now. I’ve found that controlling the jiggle has been incredibly helpful in being comfortable while running or hiking. I’m currently rotating 3 champion compression bras in XL that I feel fit pretty well.

I’m now looking for something I can wear just around the house that would be less focused on compression and may offer a bit more support. I guess I’m mostly wondering if something with cups or an underwire may help because I find the feeling of my moobs rolling over and touching my skin underneath very distracting while sitting or bending.

The calculator gives me 44C Loose: 44.75 Snug: 44.25 Tight: 42.25 Standing: 47 Leaning: 48.5 Lying: 47.25

I’m open to trying any style and am not too concerned with looks since this is for around the house only and my roommate is the one who sent me here since she is tiny and doesn’t have any recommendations in my size range.

Thanks in advance for any help!

11 Comments
2024/11/14
11:26 UTC

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Suggestions for a bra style to wear with sleeveless tops (UK 36G/EU 80K)

I am going to spend the winter in the warmer hemisphere for once, so I decided it was time to finally wear all the cute sleeveless halter neck and thin strap tops/dress that I have been sitting on for ages. Problem is, I have only one bra with removable straps and it still shows through some of the clothes I have. Also at my size support is mandatory so Im really stumped.

So I definitely need to update my bras but what to? Just recently tried to upgrade from 80F that I have been wearing for a long time to an 80G, but after a couple of weeks of wearing that I realised that is still small (either the wires are riding up or there is a bump on top at the seams). So I am in the process of figuring out where I land between 80J-I-K... thats a lot of cup volume to fill lol.

Can I find something that fits me but also lets me wear sleeveless clothes I want without breaking the bank?

My sizes: loose: 92 cm, snug 90 cm, tight: 88 cm, standing: 111 cm, leaning: 122 cm, lying: 113 cm.

Time to abandon my dear hunkemöller as they dont carry bigger thrn 80H lmao...

8 Comments
2024/11/14
10:42 UTC

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Looking for a similar sports bra to Chantelle 2941

Hi

My HG bra is the Chantelle 2941 sports bra, which is discontinued and/or unavailable. I am a 16FF and in Australia, where FF doesn't exist and G is always too big. Shallow projection, tall/wide roots, so most sports bras jut into me at the top. My last 2941 broke today so I have only a Prima Donna The Game sports bra left, which is too tall for my comfort.

In terms of height, the 2941 ends where my cleavage starts, or just below. This is despite it being a high impact sports bra. The Game is about 1-1.5" taller. I used to wear Panache sports bras but they were taller and a little too projected for me.

Can you think of any other brands that have a similar fairly short height/open top cup sports bra for shallow projection, but also that will fit wide roots?

3 Comments
2024/11/14
05:28 UTC

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I dont know my size!!! Any help appreciated

Hello! I am an 18-year-old girl who is struggling in finding a proper comfortable bra. my mom says bras are supposed to be uncomfortable but I am extremely uncomfortable and the feeling of the bra is in the back of my head all day, causing mental irritation and physical irritation as I see red marks sometimes on my shoulders.
I measured myself with my underbust being 30-31 inches and my standing bust is 36 inches.
I have a bra that I got new which is wireless and 34C but I can never stop feeling it. it drives me nuts. i got the same size 34C wired and the middle part wasn't even touching my sternum and I could feel it all day. Calculators online say I am 34D or something similar while the calculator on this subreddit says I am 30G/H in standard US sizing. I shopped at Walmart for these bras and don't think it even has that size. if anyone knows any stores for bras that are not expensive please let me know as I already bought 4 bras from Walmart and hate all of them so I wasted my money :(

if anyone has any advice or anything please let me know i'd be so grateful as I really want to be comfortable and supported in a bra. thank you!!!

34 Comments
2024/11/14
04:12 UTC

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I have an addiction, and need more recommendations to add to my everyday rotation

as title says :p I'm grateful for the help I got on my previous posts, and I'd like some again

I'm projected, with wider roots, close set (when I lean at a 90 degree angle without a bra there's about a pinky finger length between the breasts), and VERY soft tissue all throughout. I still have no idea whether I have tall or short roots since I don't really understand the concept? I'm also full on bottom

what I have tried:

panache envy (32FF): a good fit! I don't think I have any complaints?

panache ana (32FF): good and comfy, but throughout the day the breast tissue might start to shift around and spill slightly from the cleavage area. I assume it's because I have a lot of soft tissue? after first putting it on then swooping and scooping it's good, but I still do a little bit of maneuvering of the breast tissue to make sure it's tucked and then it stays put. honestly not much complaints otherwise, I wear this often

panache ana (32G): I think this fits better in the cups than the 32FF because I don't get as much spillage throughout the day, but the wires aren't as comfortable as the 32FF. again, no complaints otherwise and I also wear it often

fantasie fusion (34F): not a good fit. I have to wear it on the tightest hook and the gore doesn't sit flush against the sternum. still, I'll probably wear it around the house if I have nothing else since it doesn't bother me too much otherwise

my measurements if it helps--loose: 79cm, snug: 73cm, tight: 71cm, standing: 95cm, leaning: 106cm, lying: 100cm

these measurements were taken today and give me 30G in uk sizing, but it says the sister size 32FF may be more comfortable and I'm happy with what I've worn so far! my old measurements gave me 32FF/G but I'm currently losing weight, so it seems it's changed (or perhaps I didn't measure properly last time)

I'm already thinking of trying freya offbeat plunge and freya hallie, but the shop I buy from only has them in 10G (I live in australia)... should I try those sizes? also, I'd love other recommendations based on what's worked above!

7 Comments
2024/11/14
04:01 UTC

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Im a 38H after a reduction, need recommendations for weird shape

Before my reduction (3 years ago) I was a 36H, and now I am a 38H :/ While the surgery did boost my confidence and fix some of my shaping issues, it’s not too different in the sizing department. I only recently rechecked my size (I was too scared before) and now that I know, I want to buy bras that actually fit me and make me feel good about myself again. My problem is, after the surgery my skin is now kind of pinched/bunched under my armpits. My boobs sit kind of awkwardly wide as a result. A lot of my bras don’t fit me the way I’m used to. I really want a bra that minimizes and holds me down, but also isn’t too uncomfortable (a lot to ask for, I know) I’m 5’3” ish and 24 years old. I just wish I could get over these two stupid obstacles in my life. I want to be able to not worry about them every day of my life.

both measurements using the bra that fits calculator:

2021: 37, 35, 32, 43, 47.5, 44 = 36H

2024: 39, 38, 36, 45, 49, 46 = 38H

2 Comments
2024/11/14
03:50 UTC

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Someone please help me figure out my correct size?

Hello! I’m in dire need of a new bra and have no clue where to start. My last bra was a 44 F from torrid and fit decent but not perfect. My husband and I took my sizes and here is what I got-

Underbrust Loose- 47

Underbust Tight-45

Standing-61

Leaning-65

Laying- 59

I’m unsure of what this means. If anyone could explain or possibly point me in the direction of some good bras that would be great. Thanks!

5 Comments
2024/11/14
02:57 UTC

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Bra recommendations? I'm a little unsure of my shape

This is my first-ever post on Reddit, so excuse me if there's any formatting errors or anything! I have read through many threads here in my own search to find bra that fits. Measurements are 28.25" loose, 28" snug, 27" tight, 31" standing, 34" leaning, 31.5" lying. ABTF calculator has me at 28D, with the sister size of 30C recommended for comfort. I am 4' 11", about 100 lbs. Breasts are more wideset (3 fingers apart), and I think they're short-rooted? In high school, I wore 32B because that's the only thing that I ever found at the store that was "small enough". Then I had 5 kids and nursed each of them for about 2 years... My breasts experienced a lot of change during those years. With my first kiddo, I tried to still wear a bra, and was wearing 32D, but I just gave up and wore a nursing bra or nursing tank because it was easier (iykyk). Now, I weaned my youngest earlier this year. The dreaded "shriveling" has occurred, lol. This is where my issues come in when trying to figure out my shape. My breasts are SO deflated. Like, there is NO fullness whatsoever. If you can imagine, it's like you blew up a balloon really big, about to burst, then let it go and it flew around the room, and when you go to pick it up, the deflated balloon is somehow even more wrinkly and empty than before you blew it up— THAT'S how my boobs are :( Lol, it is very sad. I would like to feel sexy or even just comfortable in a bra, especially since they're expensive, but after trying a couple, I'm already discouraged. I originally thought that my breasts were "shallow", because they sag so low that they appear to almost cave in at the top where my breast tissue attaches to my chest, but then I read somewhere here that pendulous breasts are almost always projected, so it threw me off. I think they're definitely pendulous? Just like empty bags that hang there, lol. I just think of projected as more able to support themselves, but there is nothing supported here, I literally just have flat, empty sacks on my chest :( Anyway, enough of my complaining. I went and bought 2 bras from The Little Bra company. Their sizing chart recommended size 30C. I tried 2 bras, their Sascha and Lucia. The 30C was too small in the band and the cups. I also felt that they were maybe too close-set. So I sized up to 32C and tried the wide-set styles instead, in Gina and Mercedes. They fit WAY better, to where I was pretty happy, just because I had never had a bra fit me as well as they did... but at that price point, I just hoped for a PERFECT fit, ya know? One breast is slightly bigger than the other, too, and so far, it seems that one cup is just slightly too small and the other is just slightly too large. In Gina, after wearing it for a day, I think the band is super comfortable, and when I first put it on, everything looks fine (except for minimal spillage on my larger breast, but really, it's not bad at all), but as the day went on and my breasts "settled" into the bra, they just sagged down and left more gaping at the top. It seems like I need a bra that's almost gonna "smash" everything to give me any resemblance to cleavage? Because, again, there is just no fullness whatsoever. I went ahead and exchanged the Mercedes for a different style (Grace) and a different size (32B), in hopes that the removable pads will help me even out my smaller side, and maybe the smaller cup size will help me stay more "supported"? I have no idea 😭 Sorry, this was long, and I hope I explained myself okay. I just want to find a bra that fits!

9 Comments
2024/11/14
02:23 UTC

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What is an ideal fitting bra supposed to feel like?

I've always had issues with bras my entire life. For the last 15 years, I've just been using used 34B because I couldn't afford new ones and never had measurements done. I also primarily searched for bras without a wire because I found them to be extremely uncomfortable. Now that I'm in a better place financially, I decided to try finding a new bra that actually fits me well. I used the calculator and it told me I should try a 34DD. I did some searching and came across the Understance Symmetry FlexWire Lightly Padded Demi Bra. I just tried it on and... I don't know if it fits or not? The cups fit great, and the "finger check" on the band seems to match what others say it should. However, the wire hurts so much! I have really sensitive skin and sensory issues, and the wires are leaving red line marks under my boobs, but the band itself feels fine (if maybe a bit snug on the loosest hooks...). Is it worth returning the 34DD and trying my sister size of 36D? The DD cups feel great and aren't suffocating my girls like my old bras did. Truly in a state of confusion right now and feeling very frustrated. :(

6 Comments
2024/11/14
02:00 UTC

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Can somebody please for the love of God help

I have 36 D breasts and I fricking hate them because I can never find a good bra that’s comfortable or makes them look good, they’re either too spread apart or squished together or too saggy or the straps dig and I fricking hate it I can’t take it anymore and it doesn’t help that I have some sensory issues either. I don’t have any sisters so I couldn’t ask them for help, my mom is older and she only wears wired bras which I DESPISE and she says that’s the only solution. I know 36 D isn’t super huge but for a young lady my size and age it is I hate them especially since all my friend have smaller ones. So I can’t ask any of them for help either. So I’m here, does anyone know like a bra that has good support, isn’t bulky, doesn’t make my boobs look weird (not too spread apart like a damn spread eagle but not squished together like a fricking uniboob), and doesn’t like make my sides look fat/ have boob spillage on the sides and top. Also no wire either. I know it’s annoying and I should be on here of all places to look for bra help but me and my family are on a budget rn and don’t have to time to go try on bras so I’m asking for some genuine help rn because I’m so sick of getting bras and then two weeks late them not working or some crap. Also sorry this was also a bit of a rant but I figured some backstory to why I’m here and what I am asking for in recommendations.

46 Comments
2024/11/13
22:41 UTC

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Fit Check! 32G/32FF photos included

Hello! Last time I posted, I got a lot of recommendations and insight about my current bras that didn’t quite fit. Since then, I have re-calculated my size and tried a couple Freya and Panache bras. Here are my measurements for those who would need them (in inches):

UB loose 32, UB snug 31, UB tight 30.

Standing 39, Leaning 42.5, Laying 40.

Now I’m not for sure, but these specifics seem closest:

Full on top. Center full. 30E/bust D seems closest on projection photos. Wide, short roots.

The calculator has now given me 32H/I in US and 32FF/G in UK.

So I currently have the Freya Idol in 32G, Panache Envy in 32FF and Panache Tango in 32G. Freya Idol is gapping at the top of the cup. Otherwise, I love the material and fit. The Panache Envy is filled, and VERY snug, but not uncomfortable. My only issue is that it makes me very pointy. And then the Tango also gaps just a tiny bit at the top of the cup.

Here are 3 photos for each bra. Please be nice about my back 🫠 this is for bra fit only

https://imgur.com/a/7qEasTF

5 Comments
2024/11/13
21:11 UTC

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Tried a few more options based on comments to my last post. What do you all think?

I'm back!!! I tried a few more options based on the comments from my last post. I thought I needed shorter gores and narrower wires, but not I'm not sure. Here are the next trues. I'd appreciate further advice. Are there any companies that pad the wires?. I feel like, no matter what, the wires just really hurt after a while!

here is my last post for reference.

I've tried the Freya rose blossom here. It felt like a unicorn at first, but after a couple hours, the side wires and gore were digging in. Maybe I need a higher and wider wire after all...

I tried the panache meadow plunge. It felt nice at first, too, but the gore was so low that it poked me every time I leaned over. I wore it for about 5 hours and again, the wires dug in at the side and gore.

I also tried the panache Ana. It seemed to fit the best. I wore it for about 3 hours and it started to dig in at the gore and sides. I think it felt the best of the 3 new ones, but maybe I really do need wider wires .

I'm wearing the delimare balconette right now. It's a little wrinkly at the top of the cup and the side feels too far into my armpit, but the wires and gore feel ok.

Any suggestions on what to try next? From my last try, the Freya offbeat was my best fit but still had pain from the wires and the center gore twisted so only one side tacked

8 Comments
2024/11/13
20:13 UTC

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[Fit Check] 32C Pepper Signature All You Bra

Edit to add: this bra is a 34B, not 32C!!! I purchased this bra prior to doing any research and getting my true size from the calculator. I have discovered my new bra size is 32C/D.

It looks like it fits my smaller breast well, but as you can see it is spilling out of the other side.

Would you say my new size is correct based on these measurements and the following photos: https://imgur.com/a/IXQR0iE

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78 74 86 90 87

I am desperately searching for something that will give me as much lift and shape as possible. I have very soft tissue now after breastfeeding and am not used to having an issue finding bras or feeling good in my bras. It’s been hard on my self esteem. Please help!

7 Comments
2024/11/13
20:02 UTC

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mtf trans - looking for help with first real bra

hi
i'm trans, on hrt for about 2 years now, wanting to get a proper bra because i want to try something pushup/with padding as i've had very little breast development and it's something i'm quite insecure about. measurements (in inches) are:
loose under: 32
snug under: 31
tight under: 30
standing bust: 34
leaning bust: 36
lying bust: 34.5

the calculator gives me 32B/C as a recommended start. i tried a 32B and it didn't fit at all. i didn't fill the cups out, and they were too close together. the band didn't feel too tight (maybe a little but idk how these things are meant to feel) but the fact the cups were so close together makes me think it was too small. in contrast i've tried doing the sizing quiz on some of those brands which maarket themselves as being for smaller boobs, like little women and pepper, and they're giving me sizes like 36AA/AAA, which is quite different. the trouble is that those brands are very expensive and i really wanted to try and find something cheaper while i figure size/shape/styling out.

does anyone have any advice on what to try in terms of sizing? i'd really like to stop wearing sports bras all the time and feel like i actually have boobs for once. grateful for any help.

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2024/11/13
20:02 UTC

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Calculator has me moving from a 32D to a 30AA. Pls help!

I've worn a 32 D for most of my adult life. Bras never fit well, always too big or too small, so I've leaned in to sports bras. Found this sub and did the measurements + calculator. Looks like I'm measuring at a 30AA?

I didn't even know that was a size! 32D was hard enough to find. Where do I even look for 30AA bras? What is a 30AA? Did I measure wrong?

Edit: OK, it turns out I did measure the standing, laying, and leaning bust improperly.

Numbers are 30.5, 30, 28.5, 34, 37, and 35.
The calculator now says 30DD/DDD with a sister size of 32D/DD.

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2024/11/13
19:47 UTC

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Has anyone had luck selling bras on resale apps?

Basically the title. I have some bras that I bought a while ago and hemmed and hawed over before accepting they don’t fit, and now they are past the return policy. Two of them are NWT and one has no tags but was only worn a couple of times. Is it worth trying to sell them on an app like Depop? I of course would happily donate them but I am a struggling grad student lol and would appreciate some extra money if I can get it.

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2024/11/13
19:41 UTC

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Fantasie Envisage 32G Need a fit check for my wife.

She doesn't have a reddit account so I'm posting on her behalf. We did the calculator and she came out to a 32H UK. We just got our first bra from Amazon try before you buy in the mail. Seems like a good fit but wanted to ask the opinion of the experts.

https://imgur.com/a/Z78EiPR

We have a few more coming in later so I'll be back :) thanks in advance!

8 Comments
2024/11/13
19:23 UTC

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