Banded vs bandless in a 32H/34H?
I've always worn full band bras because I feel like that's the best approach for lift and support. However, recent weight gain has all of my bra bands cutting into me along the bottom edge even when the band isn't too tight. Since it doesn't appear that size is the issue, I'm considering bandless for the first time. (Cleo Lucy, for instance.) Anyone wear both types that can comment?
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I think it's very much down to individual preference and anatomy. I am certainly not Ms Washboard Abs Of the Year but bandless bras always feel more diggy than banded to me. THis being said, most of my tummy pudge is located lower down. Perhaps people carrying a bit of weight on the upper ribcage (high tummy) are the opposite? Curious to see other people's experiences...
I strongly prefer bandless bras, but I haven't had one since I left the bra matrix. I'm obese and my ribcage/upper tummy slopes outward (like a ski slope), I assume that's the reason they made such a difference for me. An underwire can wedge itself inbeween my breasts and belly, a band can't. It just fights my body and digs or I give in and loosen my band and lose support.