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To want a non-underwired bra that actually supports my boobs???

29 replies

SkinPaperThin · 22/09/2021 15:44

Having breastfed my dd's for over 3 years in total my boobs are not what they used to be and need some additional support. (Why are your boobs so floppy mummy?) I don't like sports bras because you can see them under everything I wear and they seem to just flatten my boobs anyway. Underwired works visually but are so uncomfortable I end up ripping them off as soon as I'm home. Plus I'd rather avoid wired bras anyway for health reasons. I often wear M&S bralettes, which are comfy but give zero support. Any recommendations for bras that actually look nice, give support and are non-underwired?

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Wahooooooo · 22/09/2021 15:47

Oh, following to see if the holy grail does exist!

dementedpixie · 22/09/2021 15:48

Depends what sort of size you are looking for
Sounds like you've been wearing the wrong size/style if you're finding bras uncomfortable

Greytminds · 22/09/2021 15:51

www.johnlewis.com/royce-maisie-1091-non-wired-t-shirt-bra/p3260519

This non-wired bra is pretty decent. I have been wearing it whilst pregnant. I popped into a branch of Bravissimo to have it properly fitted, which I would 100% recommend doing if there is a branch local to you.

SkinPaperThin · 22/09/2021 15:52

I'm a pretty standard 34C tbh. Nothing unusual. The only comfy ones I've found are the ones with no support.

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Pippapet · 22/09/2021 15:53

M&S Light as Air range. Underwired but so soft all over you forget you're wearing it. Highly recommended.

Narutocrazyfox · 22/09/2021 16:19

The Triumph non wired amourette 300 is your holy grail my friend... I breastfed two babies for a combined 5 years so I hear ya...

MossyBottom · 22/09/2021 16:22

Sloggi zero feel. I had breast cancer lumpectomy and need support but hate wires. I found these after asking on MN.

Levriers · 22/09/2021 16:22

Royce Lingerie

pelosi · 22/09/2021 16:24

I picked up some supportive non wired bralets in Primark for £6 each.

Lunificent · 22/09/2021 16:26

I’ve just had breast surgery and have a a very nice supportive bra from the M and S post surgery range.
www.marksandspencer.com/2-pair-pack-post-surgery-padded-full-cup-bras-a-dd/p/clp22387625

SprayedWithDettol · 22/09/2021 16:27

I can second the Sloggi.

CeeceeBloomingdale · 22/09/2021 16:27

H&M do some that aren’t too bad, even with a large chest. Search non wired bra and they also do a push up version

Ekofisk · 22/09/2021 16:32

Royce Maisie bra is the most comfortable one I’ve found.

lynxca16 · 22/09/2021 16:33

I would definitely try Bravissimo - find most M&S bras so uncomfortable.

Freda is also a good make for supportive, well fitting bras

Sheepysheep · 22/09/2021 16:37

I could have written your post a few years ago (though my youngest asked why my boobs were so “long” 😞). I decided to take myself off to Rigby and Peller for a fitting. I was wearing 36B or 38C (as advised by M&S) and they put me in a 32E. It was fiendishly expensive but so comfortable I can sleep in it…. It did take a bit of getting used to initially as it felt tight, but I think that actually improved my posture. I’ve since hoovered up any that come up on the sale / eBay and have quite a collection! I think it’s a marie jo avero…. Quite plain but super comfy, no back tits above the band, no quad boobs etc

rhonddacynontaf · 22/09/2021 16:37

Just nipping in to see if anyone recommended Molke bras yet? They haven't. They're fab!

TeacupDrama · 22/09/2021 16:38

Freya I think it autocorrected to Freda I have one from Sainsbury but can't remember what it is called

HungryHippo11 · 22/09/2021 16:40

Agree with molke

AngelsWithSilverWings · 22/09/2021 16:43

I've got some non underwired ones from Sainsbury's - from memory they came in a pack of two , one black and one white. I'm a 34e and these are supportive enough for me. Not as nice a shape as a proper underwired but fine for everyday wear.

BaronessOfTheNorth · 22/09/2021 16:43

I have one of each colour of the M&S Smoothing Non Wired Bralette. I discovered them recently and they provide better support than underwire! They are so comfortable and look lovely too.

anothermansshoes · 22/09/2021 16:44

Not sure Molke will fit the bill given the statement about sports bras showing

I'd suggest Molke with new clothes

MonsterMunchConnoisseur · 22/09/2021 16:45

I have these ones from Asda. No idea why they say bigger cup as I am a 34C and I got the medium size which fits really well. Very comfortable and very supportive without uncomfortable wires!

direct.asda.com/george/women/lingerie/bras/non-wired-bigger-cup-bras-2-pack/GEM760625,default,pd.html

elephantstrong · 22/09/2021 16:56

Molke are great. I'm a FF/G and thought it wouldn't work, but it's a great support and comfy.

I've thrown out all other types now. I'm not wearing anything uncomfortable in peri menopause or beyond.

TheLeadbetterLife · 22/09/2021 16:58

I like the Playtex Feel Good Support bra.

LorneSausage · 22/09/2021 17:07

I bought a Naturana Moulded Soft Cup T Shirt Bra from Amazon during the first lockdown and have just got another. Really comfortable and they wash well.

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