How to Dress a Large Chest

While having large size bras and a full figure can certainly be a plus, it can also be very hard to dress a large chest. We may enjoy having such bountiful breasts, but clothing them is quite the opposite of a joy, it’s more like a great big pain in the you-know-what. Tops can be especially difficult, but I'm here to help you out, and give you a few pointers so that you know what to look for and what to avoid on your next shopping trip. Once you know what to look for, you can have them further tailored for a perfect fit.

First, and most importantly, know that no matter what shirts you buy, nothing is going to look good over an ill-fitting bra. Your best bet is to get a professional bra fitting. Once you have been fit for a large size bra you will have a great foundation for the rest of your outfit. A well-fitting large size bra will give you the lift and support you need. It can also help you reduce back, neck and shoulder pain and improve your posture. As you may know, when you have lifted breasts and a straight posture, you appear longer and leaner, giving your overall silhouette a slim-down.

When you wear large size bras you want to look for tops that have rectangular shape, this means they are longer than they are wide. A longer line on your top will help to lengthen and slim your torso. The neckline should be either V-neck, sweetheart or plunge. This will also help lengthen and slim your torso while giving some cleavage. The best sleeve for large busts is a 3/4 sleeve, which will help draw the eye away from the chest.

  

There are certain styles you will want to avoid at all costs. As many women who wear large size bras know, a square shirt will make you look shorter, wider and boxier. While it can be hard to find shirts that fit without being too tight over the bust, make sure they are not baggy either. A baggy top will not conceal the fact that you wear large size bras; it will only make you look larger overall.  Keep frills, ruffles, and added volume away from the neckline and bust. Do not wear shirts that have pockets over or under the bust, as this will only draw attention to them. Make sure your shirt is the proper size and doesn’t gap over your large size bras.