If you’re large-busted and petite, finding a bra that fits properly can be a big problem. The trouble is that the underwire on bras meant for taller women is likely to dig in under your arms, making the bra uncomfortable and painful to wear.
In addition, the cups tend to be too far apart. Because of this, the bra won't lie flat against your body, and the cups won't cover you the way that they should.
Another problem with bras that aren't designed for petite women is that the straps tend to be too far apart, and too long, so they slip, which means you constantly have to adjust them. The idea is to put on your bra and forget about it, not fiddle with it all day as it slips and slides along your body!
To make matters even worse, many "petite" bras are designed largely for women with smaller busts, rather than full-figured women, so they stop after cup size B or C.
Fortunately, there are some solutions to these problems. Oh, and they don't have to be beige or black either.
No seams, spacer fabric (to keep you more comfortable when the temperature rises), and a leotard back to eliminate strap slippage.
There are also side slings for better support and to help push your tissue away from your underarms. This bra has a narrow center panel, so it's best if you have close-set breasts. The arched center and bandless styling is more comfortable if you are short or have a short torso. It's got stretchy cups, so you'll get a more custom fit; especially helpful if one side is larger than the other.
It comes in a total of 18 colors, including ivory, beige, red, arctic ice, and black; US sizes 32D-H, 34D-H, 36 through 44 C-H, but does seem to run a bit on the snug side.
My mom is short and full-figured, and she was going nuts because the straps on the bras she had kept falling off her shoulders and the bands were digging into her stomach.
I pointed her to this bra, which has a leotard back. The straps are closer together, so they stay put.
She was so happy, she bought four of them. It fits better than the bras she was wearing – and instead of being “minimized” and squashed, she gets lift! Lifted her spirits too.
It's hard to tell in this picture, but there's a lace applique along the bottom and sides of the cups. It's not only pretty, it also adds support (sort of like a seam without a seam).
Comes in leopard, white, ivory, butterscotch, lace dot, bright rose, lilac dot, raspberry, midnight blue dot, white/berry dot, berry, and black. US sizes 36C to 42DDD.
Popping out of your shirts? This bra can help fix that. It will reduce you by one to one and a half inches, so you can get dressed without fussing. Bandless styling makes it a good option if you are short (it won't dig into your stomach).
The cups are lined, not padded, to help avoid show through. The seam may show under thin tops.
You'll stay cool thanks to special fabric that pulls moisture away from your skin.
It has a leotard back to stop slipping straps (and the straps can be worn criss-crossed).
Available in black, champagne, pearl, rum raisin, and lilac. US Sizes 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, and 44 C-DDD.
These bras have a larger range of sizes than the full-figured bras. They go up to a 46 band and/or a HH cup.
This bestselling bra comes with something you may not expect, especially if you have drooping or east-west breasts: cleavage!
A secret bit of padding at the bottom of the cup pushes you up and gives you more lift for a sexy look.
You'll look more perky, and get a lovely shape too. The balconette cups frame your bust beautifully.
And, the sides won't dig into shorter bodies.
Comes in beige, chocolate, cranberry, sapphire, coral, black, purple, and red in 34DDD-H, 36-44C-H, and 46C-DD.
Like the now discontinued Amelia, the sides on this bra are short, so the bra won't dig into your underarms. And, it's made of spacer fabric, with extra support powermesh panels on the sides and back to help smooth out bulges and back fat.
They've updated the style with a fun keyhole front and a lace applique around the cups that covers an additional side support panel.
The bandless styling makes it more comfortable if you have a high stomach, or if you are short. You won't have to worry about slipping straps either, because this bra has a leotard back (which helps keeps the straps on your shoulders where they belong).
Based on the best-selling Caitlyn, but with a few new features. For one thing, they've flattened the embroidery on the cups, so it will show less under clothing. And, the straps are inset, to reduce slippage. It's still both good looking and supportive.
The tops of the cups are sheer, while the bottoms are manufactured with power simplex material that's strong and helps provide extra support and lift. The angled and vertical seams give you even more lift, plus shaping.
In addition, the cups tend to be too far apart. Because of this, the bra won't lie flat against your body, and the cups won't cover you the way that they should.
Another problem with bras that aren't designed for petite women is that the straps tend to be too far apart, and too long, so they slip, which means you constantly have to adjust them. The idea is to put on your bra and forget about it, not fiddle with it all day as it slips and slides along your body!
To make matters even worse, many "petite" bras are designed largely for women with smaller busts, rather than full-figured women, so they stop after cup size B or C.
Fortunately, there are some solutions to these problems. Oh, and they don't have to be beige or black either.
Bras for Full Figure Petite Women
No seams, spacer fabric (to keep you more comfortable when the temperature rises), and a leotard back to eliminate strap slippage.
There are also side slings for better support and to help push your tissue away from your underarms. This bra has a narrow center panel, so it's best if you have close-set breasts. The arched center and bandless styling is more comfortable if you are short or have a short torso. It's got stretchy cups, so you'll get a more custom fit; especially helpful if one side is larger than the other.
It comes in a total of 18 colors, including ivory, beige, red, arctic ice, and black; US sizes 32D-H, 34D-H, 36 through 44 C-H, but does seem to run a bit on the snug side.
Stop Your Bra Straps From Sliding
If your big problem is sliding straps, a leotard back can help. The straps are set closer together, so they’re less likely to fall off your shoulders.
My mom is short and full-figured, and she was going nuts because the straps on the bras she had kept falling off her shoulders and the bands were digging into her stomach.
I pointed her to this bra, which has a leotard back. The straps are closer together, so they stay put.
She was so happy, she bought four of them. It fits better than the bras she was wearing – and instead of being “minimized” and squashed, she gets lift! Lifted her spirits too.
It's hard to tell in this picture, but there's a lace applique along the bottom and sides of the cups. It's not only pretty, it also adds support (sort of like a seam without a seam).
Comes in leopard, white, ivory, butterscotch, lace dot, bright rose, lilac dot, raspberry, midnight blue dot, white/berry dot, berry, and black. US sizes 36C to 42DDD.
Popping out of your shirts? This bra can help fix that. It will reduce you by one to one and a half inches, so you can get dressed without fussing. Bandless styling makes it a good option if you are short (it won't dig into your stomach).
The cups are lined, not padded, to help avoid show through. The seam may show under thin tops.
You'll stay cool thanks to special fabric that pulls moisture away from your skin.
It has a leotard back to stop slipping straps (and the straps can be worn criss-crossed).
Available in black, champagne, pearl, rum raisin, and lilac. US Sizes 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, and 44 C-DDD.
Plus Size Bras for Petite Women
These bras have a larger range of sizes than the full-figured bras. They go up to a 46 band and/or a HH cup.
This bestselling bra comes with something you may not expect, especially if you have drooping or east-west breasts: cleavage!
A secret bit of padding at the bottom of the cup pushes you up and gives you more lift for a sexy look.
You'll look more perky, and get a lovely shape too. The balconette cups frame your bust beautifully.
And, the sides won't dig into shorter bodies.
Comes in beige, chocolate, cranberry, sapphire, coral, black, purple, and red in 34DDD-H, 36-44C-H, and 46C-DD.
Like the now discontinued Amelia, the sides on this bra are short, so the bra won't dig into your underarms. And, it's made of spacer fabric, with extra support powermesh panels on the sides and back to help smooth out bulges and back fat.
They've updated the style with a fun keyhole front and a lace applique around the cups that covers an additional side support panel.
The bandless styling makes it more comfortable if you have a high stomach, or if you are short. You won't have to worry about slipping straps either, because this bra has a leotard back (which helps keeps the straps on your shoulders where they belong).
It's seamless, so it won't show as much under clothing as a seamed bra. There is some light padding, but only for modesty, not extra size or bulk. Since it's made out of spacer fabric, it will also be cooler on hot days.
UK sizes 34G, F, FF, G, GG, H, HH; 36, 38, 40 DD-HH; 42DD-H, 44DD-GG; and 46DD-FF in pale pink, eggplant, white, fawn, navy, rose gold, black and ultramarine.
UK sizes 34G, F, FF, G, GG, H, HH; 36, 38, 40 DD-HH; 42DD-H, 44DD-GG; and 46DD-FF in pale pink, eggplant, white, fawn, navy, rose gold, black and ultramarine.
The tops of the cups are sheer, while the bottoms are manufactured with power simplex material that's strong and helps provide extra support and lift. The angled and vertical seams give you even more lift, plus shaping.
It's also got panels on the sides to push your tissue forward and out from under your arms.
And lastly, it comes in both standard and fun colors! Like sapphire blue and desert rose. UK sizes 34, 36 E-K, 38, 40, 42 DD-K, 44 DD-HH, and 46DD-HH in white, black, latte, hazel, camellia, ink, pecan, rosewood, and 13 more shades.
And lastly, it comes in both standard and fun colors! Like sapphire blue and desert rose. UK sizes 34, 36 E-K, 38, 40, 42 DD-K, 44 DD-HH, and 46DD-HH in white, black, latte, hazel, camellia, ink, pecan, rosewood, and 13 more shades.
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