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How to make your bra shorter under the arms?
I have here 2 bras that technically fit me but the fabric under the arm just comes up too high and it feels uncomfortable.
The straps are in my armpits. They are two older 32KK bras from Bravissimo from before they over-worked their cuts in large sizes.
When I looked at the bras I thought that I also need to move the straps to the center to make room for this alternation. I also don't want to cut fabric off and maybe ruin a bra. How would I do this without having to totally deconstruct the bra?
32KK - Bravissimo Selina Bra (LN436) | Bratabase
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When the straps are too wide on a bra that I otherwise like, I tack the bra at the midline - folding it or darting it take up excess fabric and bring the straps closer to the midline. If it brings the whole bra over enough, it might be enough to tackle the cup wire in the underarm. If not, a dart in the fabric between the strap and the outer edge of the wire may work. I find it a bit bulky but then my sewing skills are not the best. Alternatively, you can remove the wire and either shorten it or replace it - being sure to tack down the edge so that it does not migrate in the channel. The more I think about it, you might be better off putting in a narrower wire then darting and adjusting the cup as needed for a custom fit.
Time to get out the needle and thread!