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Corsets & Longline Bras
My breasts have been steadily growing bigger the last 5 years and seem to go up a cup size every 5 months, which I expect will probably continue now that I've started taking the pill to deal with my endometriosis & ovarian cysts. My back has been hurting today and I just measured myself and realized I might have gone up a cup size or half-cup again. I was at 38H/I in November and now I might be a 38HH based on my measurements today. I'm not 100% sure since my period is due this week, so it could be just bloating and my bras getting stretched out. But since my bra size goes up frequently, I'm guessing it's time for new bras.
My fiancé mentioned that I may want to look into getting corsets to help with back support. Has anyone here switched to corsets or longline bras for back support or posture issues? Do you wear them everyday or alternate between your corsets and bras? I'm a little nervous about wearing a corset on a regular basis, but if it reduces back pain and the need to constantly buy new bras, then I'm willing to give it a go.
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Hi! I went through a lengthy search last year to find a decent quality overbust corset for a reasonable price because there are days when I really can't handle the pressure of bra straps on my shoulders. The best quality/price/customer experience I had was with Orchard Corset. They are very helpful via email with figuring out what sizes and models will work. Ultimately, finding a corset with enough "spring" (difference between waist and bust) without ordering a custom corset was a challenge, and will be for anyone in the 10"+ range for difference between overbust and underbust measurement. I wound up purchasing the CS 530 from Orchard Corset. Unfortunately, I really don't consider it a replacement for a bra, it's great for back support and breast support, but doesn't do much in the way of containment. Also, obviously, not terrific for really active tasks. However, for working at the computer or other relatively stationary tasks it can offer a lot of relief and support.
I wear corsets for better support. But when I only have to stand long time or lift something heavy. Unless the corset will eventually bring muscular degeneration if you wear it every day.I’ve been there too. A few years ago I wore corset all most every day and I found that thanks to corset I really don’t need to have strength on my back, because the corset support my boobs. But at the end of winter, when the spring came, I found that my back and waist muscles actually got atrophying. So exercise! Exercising will help you! But also you have to consider other options too.
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