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dot · Marc Jacobs

please help... strapless bra sugggestions

Elle · Hermes

- VS Very Sexy strapless

Quite literally the ONLY strapless bra I can wear. I have major problems with strapless bras 'cutting me off', and this one doesn't do that at all. Stays up well too. I highly recommend.

Lilykind · Hermes

I'm wearing the VS Very Sexy one right now and I'm kinda eh on it. I think it's the insane amount of padding that drives me nuts, especially since I'm already a 36C and defintely don't need to add more.

I also have a GapBody one that is actually really nice, although I bought it in the wrong size out of desperation. Way less padding though.

Karina · Chanel

are there any good strapless bras for bigger chested girls?

Andrea Julia · Coach

quote:
Originally posted by: LMonet
" - VS Very Sexy strapless Quite literally the ONLY strapless bra I can wear. I have major problems with strapless bras 'cutting me off', and this one doesn't do that at all. Stays up well too. I highly recommend."

I second this one!

Mia · Kate Spade

quote:
Originally posted by: Karina
"are there any good strapless bras for bigger chested girls?"

I don't think there are. And whoever designs one will become very, very rich, and have grateful, bosomy women everywhere thanking them. I refuse to believe that given all the technology and engineering know-how we have, *no one* can come up with a simple garment to hold big boobs up and apart.

layell · BCBG

I love this Calvin Klein Chantilly Lace Bandeau bra.

http://www.barenecessities.com/calvin-klein-chantilly-lace-bandeau_product_CalvinKleinD2497_,search,.htm

I'm almost an A-cup, but I hate padding. I love wearing these with tank tops, it eliminates the hanging strap problem.

KBomb · BCBG

Anyone try a longline one? I have a new Fredericks of Hollywood catalog and they have a couple cute ones. Thought that extra support in the length might hold the bra and my 36Cs up - ha! May be a losing battle at 37...

ico · Dooney & Bourke

I keeping checking this post waiting for the answer to all my questions, but looks like it's hopeless if you are a C...

I had a JCrew strapless, it was hmm, ok I guess, but I was never able to find something that would make me say :"that's it, I am buying 10 of those no matter the price".

dot · Marc Jacobs

quote:
Originally posted by: ico
" but I was never able to find something that would make me say :"that's it, I am buying 10 of those no matter the price".
"

I really want something like this. I don't really like super padded bras, especailly in the strapless department. I wear a large B/small C.

I am interested in trying this Cosabella underwire bandeau.

$52

ico · Dooney & Bourke

quote:
Originally posted by: dot
" I really want something like this. I don't really like super padded bras, especailly in the strapless department. I wear a large B/small C. I am interested in trying this Cosabella underwire bandeau. [img]

where do I buy it (I know this might be a stupid question)? I don't like padding either!

thanks

dot · Marc Jacobs

ico here's the link. i want to try it out in person... as i've been disappointed by many strapless bras before.

Cosabella at Bare Necessities

bean · Kenneth Cole

quote:
Originally posted by: dot
"i have never found a strapless bra i liked. i am willing to pay anything for comfort and most importantly appearance. most of the ones i've tried in the past are like padded shells. i think the worst part is that the top of the bra doesn't adhere to my chest so it's like this plate (shell) that's over my boob. "

I know, I'm STILL searching for the perfect strapless bra. Until you do find one, how about this trick? Buy a bandeau (one that's just like a stretchy band of fabric) or tube-top type bra to wear over a strapless bra you already have. I haven't tried this yet, but in theory, it seems like it should help. Someone on this board suggested it... was it you, LMonet?

-- Edited by bean at 12:35, 2005-05-10

missbean · BCBG

quote:
Originally posted by: bean
"
I know, I'm STILL searching for the perfect strapless bra. Until you do find one, how about this trick? Buy a bandeau (one that's just like a stretchy band of fabric) or tube-top type bra to wear over a strapless bra you already have. I haven't tried this yet, but in theory, it seems like it should help. Someone on this board suggested it... was it you, LMonet?-- Edited by bean at 12:35, 2005-05-10"

Heeey, that's not a bad idea. The bandeau should help keep up the bra better, right? Hmm, I wonder if it'd work if I took a bra that I didn't like but w/ decent cups, cut off all of the straps, and sew it onto the bandeau? Or is that too much work.. Anyways, thanks for the idea!

Elle · Hermes

quote:
Originally posted by: bean
" for the perfect strapless bra. Until you do find one, how about this trick? Buy a bandeau (one that's just like a stretchy band of fabric) or tube-top type bra to wear over a strapless bra you already have. I haven't tried this yet, but in theory, it seems like it should help. Someone on this board suggested it... was it you, LMonet?"

I do believe it was

. If you do go this route, I have had the best results with a seamless microfiber tube in a nude color, but obviously it won't work under ever type of clothing. Might be worth a trip to Victorias Secret, current strapless bra(s) and skimpy top in tow, though

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dc · Dooney & Bourke

Back when I had the bigger boobs (34dd) I wore the chantelle convertible strapless... it was the best I could do, though not perfect. Now this chantelle Hedona looks really good - it's not all padded and looks like it's got the sticky top - check it out:

http://store.nordstrom.com/product/product.asp?styleid=2850833&cm_ven=yahoo&cm_cat=datafeed&cm_pla=underwear%2Flingerie:women:bra&cm_ite=chantelle_intimates_'hedona'_strapless_bra:141099&dt=05-04-05

Actually, I still might check this one out - it looks like it'd stay up.

oliviacw · BCBG

For larger girls, the only way to go is the Goddess long-line bustier - I wore one for my wedding (42DDD), and it stayed comfortable and supportive all night!

Goddess at Nordstrom's

rlutz · Chanel

I am a 36 DD and I have the Chantell Convertible Strapless bra....I got mine at a boutique, but I think they carry that line at Nordstroms....I have always had thoruble finding a strapless bra for my big chest, but this one seems to work well...