If you have a short upper body, you'll need a bra with short straps. The trouble with most standard bras is that the straps are too long for you. Not only will that make it hard to adjust them properly, it also means the straps are likely to slide off your shoulders.
First, make sure you're wearing the right band size. Larger band bras tend to have longer straps. and may not fit a shorter upper body correctly. Sometimes a smaller band can help fix the problem. Just make sure it's not too small; you don't want to get squeezed!
Another trick is to try a bra with a J-hook in the back. That will effectively shorten the straps as they are pulled closer together.
If that isn't enough to get the right fit, here are some bras made with short or fully adjustable straps. Fully adjustable is just another way of saying that you can move the slider on the strap to any point along its length. That means you can get just the right length for your height. No more worrying about straps that are too long for your body.
I have grouped the bras below by size and body type so you can find the right style to fit your body. They are: average bust, small bust, full bust, (meaning small band and large cup) and full figure.
These are best if you are short between your shoulders and the top of your bustline. In other words, a short torso, but not necessarily a petite body.
If you are truly petite (short stature, short torso, short legs), then you'll need bras designed to fit petite women. Depending on your cup size, check out bras for small busted petite women or these bras for full-figured petite women.
This style is completely smooth and has no wires to irritate you (or cut into your skin). The straps are inset, to reduce slippage, and can be adjusted along their entire length. This helps you get the right fit for your shape and height.
There's no lace or embroidery; the only decoration is a tiny ornament between the cups. The back is constructed to reduce the appearance of back fat (so no wires and no bulges either). Best for wide-set breasts, as the center panel is wide.
Comes in white, champagne, beige, and black in US sizes 34B-C; and 36, 39, 40 B, C, D.
First, make sure you're wearing the right band size. Larger band bras tend to have longer straps. and may not fit a shorter upper body correctly. Sometimes a smaller band can help fix the problem. Just make sure it's not too small; you don't want to get squeezed!
Another trick is to try a bra with a J-hook in the back. That will effectively shorten the straps as they are pulled closer together.
If that isn't enough to get the right fit, here are some bras made with short or fully adjustable straps. Fully adjustable is just another way of saying that you can move the slider on the strap to any point along its length. That means you can get just the right length for your height. No more worrying about straps that are too long for your body.
I have grouped the bras below by size and body type so you can find the right style to fit your body. They are: average bust, small bust, full bust, (meaning small band and large cup) and full figure.
These are best if you are short between your shoulders and the top of your bustline. In other words, a short torso, but not necessarily a petite body.
If you are truly petite (short stature, short torso, short legs), then you'll need bras designed to fit petite women. Depending on your cup size, check out bras for small busted petite women or these bras for full-figured petite women.
Bras with Fully Adjustable or Short Straps (Average Bust)
This style is completely smooth and has no wires to irritate you (or cut into your skin). The straps are inset, to reduce slippage, and can be adjusted along their entire length. This helps you get the right fit for your shape and height.
There's no lace or embroidery; the only decoration is a tiny ornament between the cups. The back is constructed to reduce the appearance of back fat (so no wires and no bulges either). Best for wide-set breasts, as the center panel is wide.
Comes in white, champagne, beige, and black in US sizes 34B-C; and 36, 39, 40 B, C, D.
This bra is both practical and glamorous. There's no padding, but the inner slings help lift and support your bust. The straps slide all the way down the front and back so you can get the right length.
The center panel is wide, so it's best if you are wide-set. Comes in 21 different colors, with contrasting lace on the cups and along the band (both front and back).. Includes white, dark tan, red, several shades of pink, several purple/lavender shades, hydrangea, beige, ivory, lilac, navy, iris, black/gold, and black
US sizes 32 B-DD; 34, 36, 38 B-DDD, and 40 D and DD.
No seams, no stitches along the band bottom, no itching! Note that this has high sides to control bulges. Great if you have them, but be aware that while the wire stops well short of the underarm, that extra fabric they may hit under your arms if you also have a short torso. It is bandless, so that's more comfortable if you have a bigger stomach.
Comes in black, cappuccino, beige, and red. US sizes 34, 36, 38 C, D, and DD (runs small).
So light and minimal you'll hardly know it's there. The low neck is great for low-cut tops and the skinny straps won't show under sleeveless tanks. There's a bit of padding, just to hide the headlights, but not enough to create bulk or add size. The bandless design and arched center is more comfortable if you are short.
The straps are fully adjustable to get just the right length (no matter what it is).
Available in blue, pearl, salmon, berry, emerald, hot pink, beige, and black in US sizes 32A-38DD.
Lacy, sexy, and no padding anywhere. It gives great lift and shaping without contouring or molding. The lace is stretchy for a better fit and the shape of the bra helps push you out and forward. A plunging neckline is great for low-cut tops. Perfect if you are wide-set and shallow (see that wide triangular center).
The straps are fully adjustable, and they adjust in the front, so it's easy to get them the right length.
Comes in 323A-38C in red, beige, black, chocolate, emerald, lilac, white, electric blue, nectarine, buttercup, neon pink, navy, pool green, and wine. This does run a bit small, so you may have to size up. If you are an AA, give this a try and see if it works.
Super soft, and no pesky wires. The lace cups are lined (to minimize show through), but they are still pretty and elegant. In fact, it's so comfy, you may want to sleep in it. The straps are fully adjustable, plus you can hook them together in back for more lift (and to effectively make them shorter).
Comes in sand,ivory, lilac, red, teal, berry, lemon, sapphire blue, black and many other colors. Sizes 30-42 (30A-40D)
This bra has fully adjustable straps (up to a G cup), which are ironically, good for both tall and short women. You just move the slider wherever you like to get the right length. The underwires are short, so they won't dig in under your arms.
There's also plenty of support on the sides (to push you forward and minimize bulges) and in the back to minimize back fat. The shape is rounded, even without padding or molding. The four-part cups keep everything lifted, contained, and in place where it belongs.
With all that, it's pretty too. That Caribbean blue is just gorgeous. The pewter is pretty fabulous too.
Comes in ivory, beige, Caribbean blue, navy blue, red, forest, pewter, black and 21 more colors in UK sizes 28F-HH, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, D, DD, E, F, FF, G, GG, H, HH, J, JJ, K, plus 40DD-K. Note that the straps for cup sizes above a G do not fully adjust. The larger cup sizes also have a stronger band for better support.
If you prefer a smoother look, try this Le Mystere bra. It's got memory foam, so it adjusts to fit your shape perfectly. The padding isn't heavy, just enough for modesty and comfort. Side boning helps stabilize and support larger busts, and push you forward. Control fabric in the back and sides helps smooth out lumps and bulges.
The straps adjust fully for just the right fit. Comes in black and almond. Sizes 30 G, 32-39 B-G (EU sizes).
This has super-soft fabric for comfort and a bit of elastic along the cups for a better fit. It's got super strong mesh on the sides and back to control unsightly bulges and minimize back fat.
The sides are cut low, so it shouldn't dig in under your arms. There's a J-hook in the back so you can wear it as a racerback under sleeveless tops.
Since the straps are inset (closer together), they are less likely to slide off.
Comes in black, rose, and beige in UK sizes 34 G-H; 36, 38, 40, 42 E-H; 44E-G
Get a lifted, natural-looking shape without any weird bulges. You'll get the minimizing effect you need to button your blouses, without being squished.
The cups are seamless and have a pretty mixed floral and geometric pattern. There's elastic along the tops of the cups and the top of the band, so it will mold to fit your shape better.
It's bandless, and the center is arched, to stay up and away from your stomach. The middle panel is narrow, so it's best if you are close-set.
Comes in black, sand, pink, slate, white, three shades of blue, olive, mauve, bordeaux, gray, and dark taupe. US sizes 30G, H; 32, 34, 36, 38 C, D, DD, DDD, G, and H, and 40 C-G.
A slightly fancier version of the average bust bra higher on the page, this bra is adorned with lace applique along the bottoms of the cups. It's lightly padded, just enough for modesty, without being heavy or bulky.
The fully adjustable straps are great if you're short, and the bandless style and arched center are more comfortable if you have a larger stomach and/or a short torso. It's less likely to dig into your stomach.
This has a wide center panel, so it's better if you're wide-set.
Another helpful feature (for shorter bodies): the straps are inset so they're less likely to slip off narrow, smaller shoulders.
Available in white, taupe, pink, and black in US sizes 36C to 42DD. You can also buy a two-pack.
The center panel is wide, so it's best if you are wide-set. Comes in 21 different colors, with contrasting lace on the cups and along the band (both front and back).. Includes white, dark tan, red, several shades of pink, several purple/lavender shades, hydrangea, beige, ivory, lilac, navy, iris, black/gold, and black
US sizes 32 B-DD; 34, 36, 38 B-DDD, and 40 D and DD.
No seams, no stitches along the band bottom, no itching! Note that this has high sides to control bulges. Great if you have them, but be aware that while the wire stops well short of the underarm, that extra fabric they may hit under your arms if you also have a short torso. It is bandless, so that's more comfortable if you have a bigger stomach.
Comes in black, cappuccino, beige, and red. US sizes 34, 36, 38 C, D, and DD (runs small).
Bras with Short/Fully Adjustable Straps (Small Bust)
So light and minimal you'll hardly know it's there. The low neck is great for low-cut tops and the skinny straps won't show under sleeveless tanks. There's a bit of padding, just to hide the headlights, but not enough to create bulk or add size. The bandless design and arched center is more comfortable if you are short.
The straps are fully adjustable to get just the right length (no matter what it is).
Available in blue, pearl, salmon, berry, emerald, hot pink, beige, and black in US sizes 32A-38DD.
Lacy, sexy, and no padding anywhere. It gives great lift and shaping without contouring or molding. The lace is stretchy for a better fit and the shape of the bra helps push you out and forward. A plunging neckline is great for low-cut tops. Perfect if you are wide-set and shallow (see that wide triangular center).
The straps are fully adjustable, and they adjust in the front, so it's easy to get them the right length.
Comes in 323A-38C in red, beige, black, chocolate, emerald, lilac, white, electric blue, nectarine, buttercup, neon pink, navy, pool green, and wine. This does run a bit small, so you may have to size up. If you are an AA, give this a try and see if it works.
Super soft, and no pesky wires. The lace cups are lined (to minimize show through), but they are still pretty and elegant. In fact, it's so comfy, you may want to sleep in it. The straps are fully adjustable, plus you can hook them together in back for more lift (and to effectively make them shorter).
Comes in sand,ivory, lilac, red, teal, berry, lemon, sapphire blue, black and many other colors. Sizes 30-42 (30A-40D)
Bras with Short/Fully Adjustable Straps (Full Bust)
This bra has fully adjustable straps (up to a G cup), which are ironically, good for both tall and short women. You just move the slider wherever you like to get the right length. The underwires are short, so they won't dig in under your arms.
There's also plenty of support on the sides (to push you forward and minimize bulges) and in the back to minimize back fat. The shape is rounded, even without padding or molding. The four-part cups keep everything lifted, contained, and in place where it belongs.
With all that, it's pretty too. That Caribbean blue is just gorgeous. The pewter is pretty fabulous too.
Comes in ivory, beige, Caribbean blue, navy blue, red, forest, pewter, black and 21 more colors in UK sizes 28F-HH, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, D, DD, E, F, FF, G, GG, H, HH, J, JJ, K, plus 40DD-K. Note that the straps for cup sizes above a G do not fully adjust. The larger cup sizes also have a stronger band for better support.
Fit Note
Avoid bras with criss-cross straps. The straps are longer than average, and will be too long for you.
If you prefer a smoother look, try this Le Mystere bra. It's got memory foam, so it adjusts to fit your shape perfectly. The padding isn't heavy, just enough for modesty and comfort. Side boning helps stabilize and support larger busts, and push you forward. Control fabric in the back and sides helps smooth out lumps and bulges.
The straps adjust fully for just the right fit. Comes in black and almond. Sizes 30 G, 32-39 B-G (EU sizes).
Full Figure Bras with Fully Adjustable Straps
This has super-soft fabric for comfort and a bit of elastic along the cups for a better fit. It's got super strong mesh on the sides and back to control unsightly bulges and minimize back fat.
The sides are cut low, so it shouldn't dig in under your arms. There's a J-hook in the back so you can wear it as a racerback under sleeveless tops.
Since the straps are inset (closer together), they are less likely to slide off.
Comes in black, rose, and beige in UK sizes 34 G-H; 36, 38, 40, 42 E-H; 44E-G
Get a lifted, natural-looking shape without any weird bulges. You'll get the minimizing effect you need to button your blouses, without being squished.
The cups are seamless and have a pretty mixed floral and geometric pattern. There's elastic along the tops of the cups and the top of the band, so it will mold to fit your shape better.
It's bandless, and the center is arched, to stay up and away from your stomach. The middle panel is narrow, so it's best if you are close-set.
Comes in black, sand, pink, slate, white, three shades of blue, olive, mauve, bordeaux, gray, and dark taupe. US sizes 30G, H; 32, 34, 36, 38 C, D, DD, DDD, G, and H, and 40 C-G.
A slightly fancier version of the average bust bra higher on the page, this bra is adorned with lace applique along the bottoms of the cups. It's lightly padded, just enough for modesty, without being heavy or bulky.
The fully adjustable straps are great if you're short, and the bandless style and arched center are more comfortable if you have a larger stomach and/or a short torso. It's less likely to dig into your stomach.
This has a wide center panel, so it's better if you're wide-set.
Another helpful feature (for shorter bodies): the straps are inset so they're less likely to slip off narrow, smaller shoulders.
Available in white, taupe, pink, and black in US sizes 36C to 42DD. You can also buy a two-pack.
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