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75G - Gaia » Jean Moulded Push Up (BS0639)

I was looking for a push up model for a long time for larger sizes. The option with removable pockets would be the most suitable for days that are less full or fuller or to the neckline. Here we have smooth cups and foam puff up, the effect looks very natural. It is also not a big push up. It is just right to visually emphasize the bust and add volume to it. I am satisfied and I bought it quite cheap on sale, I recommend it

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34I - Goddess » Kayla Banded Full Cup Underwire (6164)

The underwire is the perfect height under my armpit; low. I am FOB and narrow roots and this bra separates me too much. The size is too large in the band and cups wrinkle at the top. The fabric is a little firm but feels supportive and nothing digs in, except the center gore will be a problem. It's too tall at 4 inches and typically I need 3 inches.

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Straps too wide

I'm looking for a replacement of the Elomi Tia. I am narrow rooted and FOB. The issue with this is that the straps are too far apart and causing pinching ... where my armpit meets my arm. Otherwise it's as close as my Tia, which isn't perfect but it's the best I can find.
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34GG - Panache » Envy Balconnet Bra (7285)

This bra is very similar to Elomi Tia which is as close to a good fit as I can get with narrow roots, FOB. The only issue I have is that it's pinching in my upper armpit area.

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32JJ - Bravissimo » Lacey Bra (LN486)

I love this bra! The Lilac colour is gorgeous! It's just currently too small for me. I tried to size up to 32K but in that size the cups are too tall for me and bother me under my arms. Check out my review on 32JJ - Bravissimo » Lacey Bra (LN486) for more info on the bra!

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- Lilac looks great on you!
- bustyand Thanks :)
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34HH-J - Bravissimo » Sleep Bra (NW216)

I use this bra just for sleeping. I don't like it as an wireless bra because it's just slightly small in cups and give me a giant mono boob. It is not really flattering.
While I sleep I don't care too much about that. I like that the bra keeps my boobs contained and it's really nice for side sleeping. ... I like the thick straps and the racerback which helps distribute the weight away from just the shoulder. The cups are lined with cotton and lightly padded. They feel comfy. I would size up if I could in this bra but on the other side the 34HH/J at least give me a bit of compression which means better support.
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65G - Ewa Michalak » Bm Bibi Beżowa Perła (533)

This is a solid bra, and I'm so happy that I purchased it. My only complaint is that I didn't get 3 rows of clasps in the back (just 2!), and I noticed some other Perlas in this same size (30G) have 3 clasps, so I'm not sure if they have changed the manufacturing, or if this is just different ... b/c I bought it direct on ewa-michalak.pl, which was on sale for about $45 cad. I would prefer 3 rows of clasps. as comexim generally does. With my current bust size, I like that extra security.

The bra is available on sale on the ewa-michalak.pl website, like I said it's about $45 cad or $37 usd (not including taxes or shipping!). It's available in three colours: black, white, or beige. Or you can also buy it at Levana Bratique in the US https://levanabratique.com/tulip-lace-bra/ although she calls it the Tulip Lace Bra, in beige or black. In Canada, you can buy it at Secrets for Your Sister in Toronto (SFYS.com) in black, and it's on sale (limited sizes though!) in red here, SFYS.com, only $50 cad, final sale and no returns though. If you are unsure about your Ewa Michalak size, I would definitely purchase through a boutique, so you could at least return it if it didn't fit. Thank you, margesimpson for telling me about it's sale price!

Since this style is not a full-lace cup, the fabric on the bottom is a bit sturdier, IMO, and so I think I get a little bit more uplift than with the full-lace BMs. Note: I believe that the black bra in this same style runs about 1/2 cup tighter (it's what I read on a bratabase review), but many black bras are tighter than other colours, due to the dying process, I believe.

Anyway, this is really one of my favourite styles of bras. I bought it for summer, and I'm so glad that I did. It's not just a plain bra, it has some nice touches, like the bows on the straps, and the bow on the center gore, with the little glass gemstone. The stretch lace on the top of the cup accommodates asymmetry, and it very feminine. The way it's designed, this bra is very aesthetically pleasing. I highly recommend this bra, and it's a joy to wear!

I have narrow roots, so Polish bras, like Ewa Michalak, fit well for me.
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- Looks like a perfect fit! Glad it worked out for you. And thanks for the detailed review. I am tempted to try another one now haha
- You're welcome! Lol. I think this is going to be one of my go-to summer bras. Thanks for the heads up on the red bibi sale bra, so close to my size! The only other place they are sale items for Ewa (in Canada) is Forever Yours Anniversary Sale, https://www.foreveryourslingerie.ca/collections/sale/ewa-michalak However, they ran out of most sizes in Ewa Michalak just a couple hours after the posted the sale.
  
  I think that -when buying from Poland direct, if at least one of the bras is on sale (like, if you buy two), it makes it worth it, even with shipping, etc.
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75KK - Kris Line » Brillant Biustonosz Soft (5305)

I already own this in 75K in black, but some days it's a little small so I figured I'd get it in 75KK because I made an order directly from Kris Line, and it was on sale for ~16 pounds! Bargain.

I really love my black version of this, it's super comfortable. Putting this one on, it's crazy how stretched out ... the band is on my other one lmao. I could fasten this one and it's perfectly snug. That's what I love most about KL bras, the band sizes are really true to size I feel. They're never too small or too big like other brands usually are.

The fit I honestly don't really notice a difference in the cup between the K and KK. I always had empty space in the top of the cup becaue this bra has a bit of an odd shape, but it doesn't show or affect the fit on me overall, so I ignore the wrinkling. The rest of the cup fits basically the same as my K cup one.

The looks of this one in white is beautiful. It's super bridal. I usually don't go for white because I fake tan but for the price and since I knew it would fit me I'm not gonna complain. And if I feel like a bride in it, I don't see how that's a bad thing anyway haha. Sometimes white/beige bras can feel very maternal/grandma but this one is definitely not that so that's awesome
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- Interesting fit notes. Thanks, alidieux !
- Oohh interesting I didn't even know KrisLine did direct orders?
  
  Immediately checked out their site - but too bad for me, they don't ship to the US (:
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Personal style vs. bigger bust clothes

A few weeks ago I also posted here about this general topic and the rules to dress a bigger bust.

Now I like to ask if you like the style in the clothes offered by fuller bust brands?
Does it work with your personal style? Or do you only turn to fuller bust brands for basics like button down shirts? I just ... feel a bit lost between wanting to dress in comfortable well fitted clothes and bring in a bit of personal style.

Did the kibbe system help you with style? Or do you just wear whatever? Also how to dress non frumpy as a plus size busty woman, when so many trendy clothes just do not work?

I really like Bravissimo's offering as they look more flattering on me than regular tops and dresses. I often have the issue that high street tops fell too small in the arm area which is causes by my chest taking more room making it fit smaller in that area. (I don't think I have too large arms) Wiht Bravissimo I don't have that issue. On the other side most of their styles are really just a bit basic. Same goes for Urkye tops but I struggle more with sizing there.
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Rules to dress a bigger bust vs your personal style

Recently I did some declutter of my wardrobe and also looked around for some new

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- My style is definitely different from the full bust clothes. I don't care for most of them. I also don't want to show cleavage or have my bust on display in any way, but I want more space for my chest in regular clothes. So fuller bust clothes doesn't really work the way I'd want them to for my personal...style?
  
  I like a bit younger clothes like Abercrombie/Hollister dresses and skirts. A lot of Bravissimo is either too mature/boring, or sexy for me. I also love boho clothing like Free People, but these styles doesn't really fit a curvy body and stuff always pull in the chest area so I just want a bit of extra space in the chest without 1) making my waist baggier by sizing up or 2) making my waist tighter like full bust brands want.
  
  They have very few items on bravissimo I like, maybe 1 dress and 1 top. I'd try if they weren't so pricey. (Especially now with brexit, they'd have to be on sale for 75% off or something) I pay around £30 for dresses generally so yea.. but mostly bravissimo and those other full bust brands are just not my style.
- I like some of Fuller bust basics as I don't dress very fancy. I kinda dislike all the wrap styles - despite what they claim, there is no way around wearing a cami top or sewing it together if you have a larger chest and don't want half of your bra exposed.
  
  But also some styles are too mature or too office or occasion for me. But I understand why they offer those styles. In professional setting clothes that fit are even more important. I just wish bust friendly clothing became more main stream so brands start make also other styles for fuller busts.
  
  It's not just the waist it's also the armholes or shoulder-width that gets problematic once you size up. If you don't size up clothes feel tight and uncomfortable.
  
  It's so hard to find personal style if you are so limited in options. It's not even my chest it's also my size, bc here many affordable brands only carry up to size 42 EU which is 14 UK. Plus size clothing they don't have in store most of the time so you have to shop online. Also happens a lot to me that biggest straight size (14) is too small on me, but smallest plus size (16) is too big! The mid-size struggle is real :(
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36JJ - Curvy Kate » Instinct Tankini (CS2906)

I usually don't get along with CK bras as their shape is wrong on me. With Swimwear I am not so picky about the fit and look. For me it is important to have bra sized swimwear in my size at all. This unpadded Tankinis from CK has a built in wired bra under the top. It's a bit tricky ... do do up but once you did it few times you should be able to do it without stabbing yourself.

What I liked about the unpadded Tankini: it doesn't add extra bulk to already large breasts, also that the actual Bikini bra is covered by a top, downplays the boob size a bit. You can show more or less cleavage by moving the top part a bit more up and down.

This particular top in 36JJ is currently too big for me. It was a decent fit when I was a 34K. So I recommend to size up in band because they run quite firm.
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