When you’re busty and plus-sized, finding the best bra can be an exercise in frustration – especially if you’re used to squeezing into bras that are way too small just because they fit your cup size.
From straps digging into your shoulders to the band rolling up and creating horrible back bulges, finding the right bra can be really challenging if you have big breasts or large cup size. Finding the best bra for fat people doesn’t have to be difficult, though.
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The Best Sports bra
I’m always on the lookout for good sports bras to wear during my running sessions. Sports bras are important because they offer full support, which will prevent you from experiencing any unnecessary pain and discomfort that might come with breast movement when you’re exercising.
Unlike regular bras, which only provide limited support, sports bras offer up to 90% support and prevent your breasts from bouncing around wildly.
The best sports bra is one that fits perfectly so you can wear it comfortably without feeling restricted or uncomfortable. As most of us know, finding a bra that offers great support can be difficult because standard sizes usually don’t work.
And while many brands do carry plus-size bras, oftentimes they’re expensive and not very good quality either.
The best Convertible bra
One of our top picks for plus-size bras is also one of our favorite convertible bras. The Anita Women’s Underwire Convertible Front Close Sports Bra has underwire, cups that can be converted to crisscross or halter styles, and adjustable straps that can shorten or lengthen by two inches.
The style runs large, so if you normally wear a C cup, you may want to order it in a B cup instead. We love how durable its fabric is—the bra has been machine washed and dried over 500 times without any issues—and like that it comes in sizes up to 42DDD (US). It’s available at Nordstrom Rack and Amazon with prices ranging from $38-$40.
A convertible Strapless bra
If you’re looking for comfort and support in a simple but elegant strapless bra, then check out Bali’s Convertible Strapless Multi-Way Bra ($32.92).
With an attractive stretchy lace overlay that looks great with just about any outfit and undergarments, you won’t have to worry about being exposed at any point during your event.
The bra comes in black or white colors, so you can get one to match whatever dress or another top you choose to wear. It also gives you up to six different ways of wearing it, depending on how formal your occasion is.
Furthermore, it has high sides and center supports that provide maximum comfort while providing light support when worn as a strapless bra.
Convertible Strapless Plus Size bras
It’s hard to find a good strapless bra, but strapless convertible bras are an especially great option. This style works with multiple strap configurations so you can wear it with straps or without.
It also stays up very well as long as you get your size right and don’t cross-cross back (that’s when you pull it too tight).
It is important to note that many sizes run small in this style—take one band and two cup sizes larger than usual to ensure proper fit.
Push-up bras for big Boobs
Push-up bras are available in every size because they’re constructed to be uplifting. The same goes for padded bras and minimizers.
If you have very large breasts, it may seem as though these bras aren’t going to provide enough support, but that’s not always true. Women who wear H or J cup sizes can find push-up bras designed specifically with their body type in mind.
It’s important to remember that style is just as important when finding a bra for large breasts; you don’t want something that makes your boobs look droopy. Look for embellishments like lace and frills around your cups.
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