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No wire bras for the more voluptuous

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VioletLillyRoseDaisyIrisJasmineDahlia · 06/11/2023 07:26

Keep seeing no wire bra ads.
Lemonade Dolls etc...

Have you tried them if you're a bigger breasted woman?

Have you got any recommendations please?

38FF here.

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Pigeonqueen · 06/11/2023 07:29

I’m the same size as you and find they’re useless. The only non wire ones I like are Tu sainsburys ones- they do one that looks like a sports bra but it’s only £10 and that’s the only one I find comfortable that gives enough support. If you don’t really care about support them h and m also do good crop tops.

justalittlesnoel · 06/11/2023 07:32

M&S ones are the only ones I've found that are comfy and I don't feel like I'm going to flop out of, although it gives me a giant uni boob! I tend to wear them in the house / when I'm wearing bulky clothes.

ehb102 · 06/11/2023 07:33

Panache non wired sports bra is pretty good.

I suppose it's all about what shape you like.

Ididdiabetes · 06/11/2023 07:37

The M&S bra mentioned above is good. I’ve also got several by bravado that are great. I think they are geared towards pregnant and breast feeding women, but the regular ones are great.

RenegadeKeeblerElf · 06/11/2023 08:24

Snag have just started making bras, if they are as good as their tights then they might be worth a try, haven't tried them myself as I prefer wires but I've seen good reviews

VioletLillyRoseDaisyIrisJasmineDahlia · 06/11/2023 08:24

Pigeonqueen · 06/11/2023 07:29

I’m the same size as you and find they’re useless. The only non wire ones I like are Tu sainsburys ones- they do one that looks like a sports bra but it’s only £10 and that’s the only one I find comfortable that gives enough support. If you don’t really care about support them h and m also do good crop tops.

Oh I definitely care about support and shape!

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VioletLillyRoseDaisyIrisJasmineDahlia · 06/11/2023 08:25

justalittlesnoel · 06/11/2023 07:32

M&S ones are the only ones I've found that are comfy and I don't feel like I'm going to flop out of, although it gives me a giant uni boob! I tend to wear them in the house / when I'm wearing bulky clothes.

Yes was hoping to avoid uniboob! 🙈

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VioletLillyRoseDaisyIrisJasmineDahlia · 06/11/2023 08:26

ehb102 · 06/11/2023 07:33

Panache non wired sports bra is pretty good.

I suppose it's all about what shape you like.

I usually wear Fantasie - as I find they are the most supportive

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VioletLillyRoseDaisyIrisJasmineDahlia · 06/11/2023 08:27

In fact just looking at their non wires now!

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Soontobe60 · 06/11/2023 08:33

I’ve yet to find that one perfect non wired bra for my 38G breasts!
I recently bought one from M+S that is very comfy, doesn’t give me a mono boob but does have wires.
I can’t link it but it’s the Flexifit wired minimiser. Looks great under a tight t shirt!! (So my DH says)🤣

SpringSephora · 06/11/2023 08:38

George at Asda do some that are comfy but not hideous. I like padding but not wire.

dramalamma · 06/11/2023 08:50

The underwire ones re always going to be more reliable for shape etc but the non-wire that I've found good are: snag (I've just got that one and have it on now and I can't feel it - very comfy), Molke (great for shape and lift but a bit trial and error on sizing) and Mary's of Sweden (comfy, good shape but more an everyday looking bra).

SecretVictoria · 06/11/2023 08:53

Sugar Candy are great but shipping takes a long time as they’re from Australia.

Lottapianos · 06/11/2023 08:59

The M&S ones above are v comfy and give a decent shape. For comfort and a brilliant shape, try Doreen bras by Triumph. No wires, plenty of structure, no digging in or cutting in anywhere

MotherofWhippets81 · 06/11/2023 09:06

I'm 34GG and I've just found the HG - Snag - I was very sceptical but they work - the full cup ones - I bought one and then ordered another straight away.

fyn · 06/11/2023 09:08

I recently, quite sceptically, got a Skims bodysuit. It is excellent and provides great support, I wear a 32JJ for reference!

Frostine · 06/11/2023 09:11

A few years ago on here their was a bit of a craze for Molke bras ( a Scottish company )
Most are in very out there designs and colours but they had quite a following.
they are non wired pull on ( or step into ! ! ) bras.

I sent away for a white one after following the measuring advice but found it quite r tight around the band ( I'm also very large in cup size ) but they do free returns and either refunds or replacements . I opted for a replacement , and whilst comfortable found it gave me a mono boob shape so don't really wear.

However , I've recently revisited the website and decided to try their more conventional design bras ( hooked , non pull on ) and I love them !

Again use their size guide , and the hooks are 3 wide but you have multiple eyes as they are multi size ( mine is to fit 32 , 34 , 36 ) and up to K cup , you also have an adjustment to allow it to go from more bralette style to cups and they have great support as well. I'm converted.

PenguinTattoo · 06/11/2023 09:39

When I was pregnant with my first, Bravissimo fitted me with non wired bras that were more supportive than my wired ones were. I keep meaning to go back in for a fitting again. Could be worth a try? The bras are pricey, but great quality and the fitting is free.

2strappinglads · 06/11/2023 09:41

M and a

I'm a 44G and have just discovered them. £22 each but so comfy and supportive

VioletLillyRoseDaisyIrisJasmineDahlia · 06/11/2023 22:18

Lottapianos · 06/11/2023 08:59

The M&S ones above are v comfy and give a decent shape. For comfort and a brilliant shape, try Doreen bras by Triumph. No wires, plenty of structure, no digging in or cutting in anywhere

Ooo thanks 🙏

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VioletLillyRoseDaisyIrisJasmineDahlia · 06/11/2023 22:18

MotherofWhippets81 · 06/11/2023 09:06

I'm 34GG and I've just found the HG - Snag - I was very sceptical but they work - the full cup ones - I bought one and then ordered another straight away.

Interesting!

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VioletLillyRoseDaisyIrisJasmineDahlia · 06/11/2023 22:22

MotherofWhippets81 · 06/11/2023 09:06

I'm 34GG and I've just found the HG - Snag - I was very sceptical but they work - the full cup ones - I bought one and then ordered another straight away.

Love the idea, but the sizes are confusing! What did you get?

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VioletLillyRoseDaisyIrisJasmineDahlia · 06/11/2023 22:24

PenguinTattoo · 06/11/2023 09:39

When I was pregnant with my first, Bravissimo fitted me with non wired bras that were more supportive than my wired ones were. I keep meaning to go back in for a fitting again. Could be worth a try? The bras are pricey, but great quality and the fitting is free.

I spend a lot on bras.

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