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what ytpe of bra for this type of dress?

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lexloofah · 25/05/2016 21:22

I like this dress but need to wear a bra with straps (strapless not an option, trust me), is there one out there that I can wear without the straps showing? thnx

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Rpj16 · 25/05/2016 21:43

A multiway with cross over back straps..? I think that exists :D

Rpj16 · 25/05/2016 21:43

no...wait, can you get transparent cross over back straps?

MrsLettuce · 25/05/2016 21:47

Mmm, what size?

lexloofah · 26/05/2016 09:43

32F, so straps are usually fairly robust!

I have tried strapless but not for a long time but really not a flattering shape and tends to swivel around my torso so much hoiking is needed, also not v flattering

I guess I need to look at another dress instead, it a shame as so many nice ones show the shoulder where your strap would be or they are fine at the front but back less or some other obstacle

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SuperFlyHigh · 26/05/2016 10:17

Strapless should be fine if for evening bravissimo do a few I'm a 28ff in think.

MrsLettuce · 26/05/2016 10:21

It would be seriously worth your while trying the wonderbra ultimate strapless before giving up on the dress, honestly, it's a thing of wonder.

The band comes a bit small so you might need to try a couple of sizes but it is an amazing bra.

KatharinaRosalie · 26/05/2016 10:29

Wonderbra Ultimate will hold 32F up no problem, no hoiking needed. Yes you might need to size up, it's very tight.

SuperFlyHigh · 26/05/2016 10:54

28ff or 30g what size should I try in wonder bra ultimate strapless?

KatharinaRosalie · 26/05/2016 13:13

sure it's that way around? 30G is the same cup size as 28GG, not FF.
I usually go up a back size, and down with letters (i.e keeping the same cup volume) - wear normally 30FF but have this in 32F. I think some people have said they need to go down in cup size.

Maybe find a place that does free delivery and returns and order a few to try?

lexloofah · 26/05/2016 19:36

2 bras ordered, fingers crossed as would open up so many more dress possibilities - thnx

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StatisticallyChallenged · 26/05/2016 19:38

I also reckon the wonderbra ultimate will work, it sits a bit lower at the back and is more plunging at the front than most strapless bras.

everythingsgoingsouth · 26/05/2016 19:47

could you not just buy one of those bra converters that pull straps inwards at the back to make a "racer back" like this....

www.amazon.co.uk/CrazyGadget%C2%AE-Cleavage-Enhancer-Converter-Invisible/dp/B00UMEOCDU/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1464288409&sr=8-2&keywords=bra+strap+converter

lexloofah · 06/06/2016 10:32

just to update I ordered a Wonderbra one and a fantasie one, tried both on, in fact currently have the Wonderbra on whilst doing housework to put it to the test. I like that it has firm support at the sides and still gives a bit of (wobbly) cleavage whereas the fantasie one sort of flattened my boobs to my chest. The Wonderbra does come up a bit higher so slightly concerned it may peep over certain dresses but on balance I think am going to go with it, thanks ladies

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