Anybody got a Bravissimo nightdress or top with a built in non-wired bra with a 34 back and a H or HH cup they wanna sell me? I'm currently most comfortable in a 32HH in the day, but I want a looser back to lounge and/or sleep in.
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Can anyone tell me how Avocado's underwear is in terms of sizing? Especially if anyone has tried a size XL or XXL.Thanks
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Does anyone by any chance have the stringi famme fatale in 36 or 38?
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WTF? Isn't this just a mild example of exactly how clothes are NOT supposed to fit?
This is pretty much how all commercial clothes fit me when I pick the in-between size as a compromise between fitting bust (just around, which does not assume front is bigger) or shoulder.
Too tight across bust
Back waffly (in this style at least the lower ... back is gathered)
Shoulders still cut too wide -> set-in sleeves rolling off and hitting at a drop-sleeve seam line
Front length much shorter than it should be
Back length too long
Forms a curtain from bust apex straight down, showing no actual shape in front, but does show pull lines accommodating bust.
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http://www.zulily.com/p/charcoal-hooded-peacoat-105852-1913845.html?pos=15&e=...
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Ahh, the magic of Firefox dev tools. Signing up for Zulily isn't really worth it for me what with not living in the US, but I like to have a look at what's available every so often. So, if you understand a bit about CSS and how to work the dev tools, it's actually possible to turn off the giant SIGN UP NOW box of doom and look at the actual products without being a member.
It's probably a totally not worth it workaround, but there is one.
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Hourglassy just wrote about getting a custom made coat from etsy. It looks nice. I'd probably get one if shipping were cheaper than $99 to Korea. Maybe this summer!
http://hourglassy.com/2014/12/off-the-rack-trying-a-custom-made-coat-from-etsy/
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Thank you!!!!!
Don't get too excited. I don't think they would hold up to the winters here and shipping is super expensive.
I've got PZI JEANS for Chrirtmas Present from Daddy
I got size 4 long skinny jeans It fits! If you wear Levi's Supreme Jeans, Its worth to try.
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I'm curious. I've never heard of these before. I read the reviews. Are they just for curvy girls?
For me I think so. Because I have 25'waist and 40' bottoms. At least I think im curve girl.
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I am finally biting the bullet and realizing that if I want clothes that fit "off the rack," I'm just going to have to buy ones that are made for actual boobs. I am starting with Biu Biu, Urkye, and Pepperberry.
Looking at the sizing for all of them, I'm so confused. Add to this the fact that I've lost a ... lot of weight since I've joined Bratabase, and I'm lost. (My stats say I've only lost about 20 pounds, but I think it's more like 40. I probably fudged the weight at the top end more than I care to admit.)
I bought a gently-used Biu Biu top in 40 BB/BBB (stretchy) and it mostly fits. The top fits my shoulders, the boob part fits my boobs (hooray!), but the bottom is too tight across my belly. I always thought I was what Pepperberry calls a balanced shape (even shoulder/hip, defined waist, but squishy), but now I'm thinking I'm bottom-heavy. I think this might be partly because of my pooch. Straight on, I think the widest part of my hips are balanced, but the stomach part and upper hip are bigger than the proportion predicts.
Even when I was a thin teenager, I bought tops a letter size bigger and one or two number sizes bigger than my bottoms. I always thought it was because my shoulders were bigger. Now I know it was probably because of my bust. My frame width/shoulder width is smaller and frame depth is deeper than most clothes seem to think they should be for my current size: Tops are M/L (shoulders) or XL (bust) or US 10/12 (shoulders) or 14+ (bust, but armscyes pull forward and side seams are almost on boobs). Bottoms are large or US 12, mostly, with some 14 depending on the cut.
Can anyone with a little experience give a some input on what sizes I should probably try?
Current measurements without clothes, with 32FF unpadded bra:
Shoulder frame: 11" (28cm) Narrow for my current size
Overbust: 39" (99cm)
Full bust: 42" (~107cm)
Underbust for bras (I like snug, but not crazy and I'm squishy): 32" (81cm) btt-30", loose-35"
Waist: 32" (81cm)
High hip at hip bone: 39.25" (100cm)
Hip at widest: 42.5" (108cm)
I am thinking these are close:
URKYE: 42OOO or 44OO
BIU BIU: 40 BBB or 42 BB
PEPPERBERRY: UK 14 Super Curvy or UK 16 Really Curvy
For all of these, I think the first size would fit my shoulders but be snug on belly/hip and the 2nd would be big on my shoulders (especially frame width/necklines/back) but fit my belly better. I also have short boobs, so I didn't think I'd be the OOO/BBB/Super Curvy in any size, but the way the 40 BB/BBB fits on my upper torso, it seems to be fine.
*Also, I seem to still be on a downward trend for weight/size, so, for thriftiness, I'd rather go with slightly snug now so it will still fit me a few months down the road. Can't predict how much smaller I can get without actually exercising, though.
Does anyone here have enough experience to know if any of these brands are more forgiving in the belly pooch or upper arm areas? Or if they tend to run larger/smaller?
Thank you!!!
(Edited to update some measurements.)
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My body shape is pretty reliably proportioned even though I am prone to abundant weight fluctuations.
waist=n
Bust=n+2
Hips=n-2
So I'm currently a US 16-14-12
I usually go with 14 and crush my boobs.
I have almost no gluteal projection, but I get a lot of lower belly pooch and some muffin top.
Bra sizes are 34-36 gg-h
I bought two fitted knit dresses from biubiu. The 44bb/bbb fits beautifully. The 42bb/bbb will be great after a 20lb loss. I never bought a T from biubiu because my muffin top is really jiggly and they looked like they wouldn't conceal it at all.
I have two dresses from pepperberry, both 16sc, not stretchy. One is a fit and flare, so my belly is fine. The other has a more pencilish look, but the skirt has pleats built around the belly that give the space I need. It gives a little booty room that I don't have the lower fullness to fill. I have a chiffon empire waisted blouse from pepperberry that gives the belly room I need.
I have a size 16 knit pencil dress from Simply Voluptuous, which I gather is Simply Be's pepperberry knockoff. It seems to offer a balanced shape. If I had bought it live instead of on ebay, I probably would have tried a 14 instead.
So, long story, but I think biubiu is the most slim-through the pelvis option, but they have fit and flare dresses I never tried which would probably work for you. Pepperberry gives some room. Since your bust circumference is so big, you might be best off looking at only the styles available in the new super-duper curvy cut, since I'm pretty much maxing out the super curvy with a lower bust/waist ratio. I'd recommend the Simply Voluptuous. They're probably cheaper than pepperberry.
Awesome! Thank you so much @ElectricBarbarella for that thorough explanation of your experiences. It helps so much!
(Hmm. Taggy no worky on my phone. I'll haveto come back to link you.
Yes! It's the jiggle I don't like in that top. I don't care as much about people being able to see my size/shape. They're already aware I have more actual boob than they thought.
I did update the post with other/newer measurements. I think my full bust measurement is deceiving because of my boob shape. There is a chasm between naked boobs that tape measures span when I measure. Also, I really do have short boobs, so volume doesn't come close to what you might expect. If you go by inches-in-difference counting, you'd think I was a 32:10 or 32:11, but I'm a 32:8 or 32:9 in most right now, as far as bras and volume. I have sized down in band/cup to try to alleviate my cup height and narrow frame issues,
In clothes, I still need the sticky-outy room since the boobs still stick out, but depending on the cut, I may need to size down in curviness. Anything expecting boob volume to push back on fabric at inner upper quadrants is going to be loose if I go by pure numbers.
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Only mildly boob related. I'm knitting 'ugly christmas sweaters' for my family next year (starting now) and I didn't get a chance to measure my mother&sister-in-laws while I was home. Since a lot of work is going into these, I'd really like it if they'd fit over their boobs. Any ladies in a 38F (@38:7) or 32D (@32:4) able to let me know what your full/over bust measurement is? They don't have tape measures or I'd just try to get them to do it on their own. Thanks!
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Oooooh! I *want* one of these! Sadly, they don't come anywhere near my size.
Go Seahawks!
Hand made. Select your size.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/174499722/seattle-seahawks-bra?ref=market
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It says you can request a custom order...
I know, I'm a huge enabler.
wendybien
Yes, Wicked Evil Mom, I did notice the custom order option. At the same time, you've seen my pics and you know how totally ridiculous I would look in that bra!
Now, if I could lose an additional 80 pounds or so, I would consider driving up there (they're just 20 miles up the road from me) and see what they can create for me. *grin*
*sigh* A girl can dream, can't she?
--Kristine
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I'm looking for coat that fitting in my breast. Could you recommand plz???
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BiuBiu. Pepperberry. They have some. He latter is expensive to have shipped though. Ebay might have some good ones.
I recently found a great coat at C&A.
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so i ordered a 3 pack of the Rhonda Shear Pin-Up pull over bra.
it was well worth the $8!
this is a great bra i can wear with some dresses that i felt a little self-conscience in with my back "fat" area.
very comfortable and nice looking.
i am a 32D and a Small is just right.
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Have you worn it a few hours? I'm so curious how it holds up under normal activity.
i have. i just ended my shift at work (warehouse/packing boxes of books), with lots of bending and lifting and it is still comfortable and supportive, but my chest isn't very heavy so i can't say for others.
so very happy with my purchase.
i haven't tried it with the padding removed. i like the padding just because it gives a little extra warmth in the cold warehouse i work in.
:)
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* Cherry Infinity 36B/BB http://i.imgur.com/RSyZ8mq.jpg $15 plus shipping
* Montparnasse Jean dress 36B http://i.imgur.com/MTiOFdK.jpg $28 plus shipping
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Still available. If you're interested, make me an offer. I'm trying to get rid of stuff I don't use so I can buy some bras that fit.
Swing/Flared/A-line dresses that would fit a 32H 44" overbust, and a 33" waist? A 38BB/BBB or 38OO/OOO can stretch to fit me in BiuBiu or Urkye, but I should probably really be wearing a 40 now.
Anybody have any 'fit and flare' dresses they might fit me they want to sell?
Or suggestions or places to buy on the cheap.
I'm on Clothes for Boobs buy/sell already, yes
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Made in Preston has some skater dresses but I have a beef with their customer service. Pepperberry also has some but they're all pretty expensive...
I've also found some skater dresses on Etsy from shops that do custom sizing, like https://www.etsy.com/shop/CoquetryClothing?ref=fp_item&aref=17479858423
I also have this Pepperberry dress http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/736x/98/80/57/98805705fd5bb4c525381a71b97e7d25.jpg I was thinking of selling because the color just does not suit me, it's brand new. It's a 14 Super Duper Curvy.
I know all this only because I really love that kind of skirt/dress and recently did a lot of shopping for it.
xelestial Shame I'm a 10/12 SC because damn, that dress is fine, and I would throw myself at it if it were the right size. I have a weakness for that colour.
Squish1901 Collectif is a good place for flattering dresses, if you find something you like in the sale. Bit too pricey otherwise. Good luck!
so what brand has the best built-in bra tanks? ones that look good enough for outer wear? i know bravissimo has some but i don't want to order out of a catalog without seeing the quality, doesn't anyone know if they are good? any suggestions?
thanks.
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The Panache ones are great. Expensive but high quality and comfy. I size up in the band and down in the cup much like I do for their sports bras.
i haven't had any luck with any Panache bras... so not sure if that would make a difference??...
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So I went back to Zulily and ordered a Parfait by Affinitas Laura set because their boy shorts are so adorable and don't have that stupid f'n center seam and the bra is cute too. I have already rationalized my order with the fact that I did get credited back the shipping from last time when they took soooooo long and might as well use it.
I also ordered myself a corset from Orchard Corsets because mesh and beige go under a lot of stuff and I love corsets. I mean I *really* love corsets.
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What center seam?
The kind that makes the 'toe' impossible to avoid even if it's not visible when you get 'toe' that seam makes sure you feel it.
Stupid lingerie companies may save money on the material cost outlay with center-seamed panty styles where the seam goes front to back and sometimes it's four pieces where the main seam is center and then the hips. But how much are they making back when these things just don't sell as well...hrmph grumble gripe...:P I haven't conducted an extensive survey of women on their feelings about seam locations in panties, but I kind of doubt that there's a significant number who like their underwear automatically giving them a full front-back wedgie when they're put on.
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I had a bra I bought on ebay over 7 years ago that fit awesome...with the exception of the cups cutting in, probably could've used a cup size up. It gave a fantastic shape! I don't remember the brand, it was light pink, unlined, lace with heart shapes in the lace and a small heart charm at the gore. The ... style of it reminded me of this bra: http://www.amazon.com/Camille-Womens-Ladies-Underwired-Jacquard/dp/B00B5AYABY
The gore was high like that one, but where the straps met the cup it was more tapered like a plunge (...I think?). The heart shapes in the lace were what created the edge along the top of the cup going up to the strap. It was either a 2 or 3 part cup. If anyone knows what it could possibly be that'd be helpful! I was thinking maybe Jezebel, but Camille's bras look more similar. TIA! =)
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Unfortunately this type of design is very very common, so unless your bra was in an unusual size range that would rule out most brands, it's going to be quite hard to track down.
Yeah, this'll be tough. Could be something by Alegro or Ballet. They were both prominent on ebay around that time (before the usual brands were really sold extensively on ebay and amazon) and have a shape similar to what you're describing.
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So the wedding is set for January 17, 2015, a seamstress friend of my aunt's is making me an adaptation of a Regency style dress (slightly lowered empire waist, almost elbow length sleeves, 'skirt' less conical-like more flowy and curve-following, and instead of white will be a light cornflower blue). I chose the style because I'm only 5'1" and don't ... want a giant pile of skirt to lug around and make me look even shorter - especially since the two ladies who will be my bridesmaids are 5'5 and 5'10". I know that I want them in a navy blue, but I don't want to expect them to fork out a lot of money for a dress they are unlikely to wear more than once (ruling out having theirs custom like mine) so if anyone has suggestions on length and a modern store-stock version similar in style to mine I'd love to hear them.
Oh, and the ceremony is in the evening because I've always wanted something kind of like the wedding of Melanie Hamilton to Ashley Wilkes in "Gone With the Wind" and somehow a billion candles doesn't work for a morning/afternoon wedding.
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I'm afraid I'm not very helpful since I don't have any suggestions, but congratulations on the wedding and the dress, which sounds absolutely perfect!
What price point are you hoping for? Also, do you want the bridesmaids to have sleeves, or is that flexible?
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Lol extra extra made in preston buy one get one for free. Code. MIDMONTHBOGOF
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It's not valid :(
MIDMONTHBOGOF says its clothing section only
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I got my new BiuBiu and Urkye tops from cbear today, and I am in love! I have tiny shoulders , so my first moment of joy was realizing they fit my shoulders and the sleeves fall where they should for once! Secondly, my bust fits beautifully in them! My waist is still a bit too small for ... the size, but because of the stretchy material, it isn't too noticeable and they are all VERY flattering. (My husband said I looked gorgeous. =^___^=) I had seen some people say that the Biu Biu tops were on the long side and better suited to long torsos, but I have a short torso and prefer my shirts on the longer side, so I loved the length,as well. Now I can't wait to have more money so I can buy more Comexim bras and more bust friendly clothing! I need to replace most of my tops. =^____^=
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YAY!! Super YAY! Perhaps you should try some items in a 36BB/BBB next time? Also, the Venice tops are shorter than older models from BiuBiu (The Amsterdam i'm thinking of) :D
http://www.figgahugga.com/buynow.php# lol I was just web surfing and found this. Average size on sale. And for bigger bust size up coming and for bigger butt as well. Im young sometimes when I wear something tight I thought I need one but I didn't wanna wear what my mom wears. It feels like granny one -sorry mom but it doesn't mean you are grandma maybe you will oneday- anyway so if they launch bigger bust size I'm going to grab one!!
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I love clothes that hug me, I might have to pick one of these up too!
Take it from this "old lady" who has worn a lot of figure hugging clothes... Slips (this is what this is, even if they try to make it seem cool and new by calling it an "under dress") are FANTASTIC but the skirt part must not be elasticated all the way down--otherwise it will ride up and you will spend all day pulling it down! Don't spend money on one unless you can try it on or get free returns.
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I hate that zulily wont let you even LOOK at things unless you sign in now, at least not without a 'sign up for memebership' box blocking most of it.
I've seen a few people posting pictures of bust-accomodating clothing - i'm too old, I think. I dont want to look like i'm trying to show off my boobs. Plus I have a huge belly. But still - thats how every thing fits me too