Quest for a bra after weightloss/breastfeeding- please help!

[FujiSakura]

I have been really struggling to find a bra that fits my new shape (or lack of) and I'm really hoping someone can help.

I have gone from a 36D/ size 14 to what I think, through trial and error and various measurements, is a 36A/ size 8.
To look at, my upper torso looks pretty small at the moment but my back measurement still seems to be a 36.

I really want a bra that I can wear under clothes to give me a boost and some shape. Clothes don't seem to fit properly at the top sometimes as I don't have anything there anymore. Every bra that I buy seems to gape at the top but I can't get a smaller cup size. I am not bothered about creating a cleavage as I don't really wear low cut tops and bras that do that just seem to pile my now empty breast tissue up in an unattractive way. I would like padding though to create shape.

Physical shops do not seem to ever stock my size and I have lost count of the number of times I have bought a bra online, only to have to return it again. The latest being from Pour Moi which I was particularly excited about as these specific ones were aimed at smaller breasts and promised 'no gape'. What am I doing wrong? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

[TooMinty]

This one www.calvinklein.co.uk/bralette-modern-cotton-000qf1654e020

[GalaxyGirl24]

I'm a 34 back when I'm a size 10, and a 36 when I'm a 12/14!!! Surprised at everyone saying that seems too wide

[FujiSakura]

I've ordered a couple of different bras in a 30D so fingers crossed this will be the one (or at least close!). I have a lot of money tied up in still to be returned bras haha

[FujiSakura]

I will also try the Boob or Bust method as suggested

[FujiSakura]

OK, the saga continues! First, I tried a 30D and the band was way too tight and cut into my back. The cup fit wasn't too bad. I then tried a 32C and the band was still a little tight. The cup size seemed ok and I might have made do but it gave me horrible armpit area rolls at the side. I don't know where I go from here in terms of what size to try next. Feel like I'm back to square one again. I'm surprised how tight the bands have been considering other people have said similar measurements to mine wear a 28-30 back. Maybe I am a 36 after all and have a strange shape? Unfortnately I live in a small town and there isn't anywhere I can just go in and try on multiple sizes so stuck in this constant process of buying one or two bras online and sending them back when they don't fit. Help!

[PurpleDaisies]

The armpit rolls sounds like the cup size was too small. Maybe try a 32D/E cup. The bands will feel tough after wearing one that’s at least four inches too big for you. You’ll be surprised how quickly you adjust.

Different brands size slightly differently so it might be worth trying a few to find one that fits you best.

Is there a bravissimo anywhere near you? It might be worth a day trip.

[PurpleDaisies]

Should have said, some fantasie bras have side support which might help with the arm pit issue. I find them really comfy. I’m a size 8 and wear a 30F.

[poorbuthappy]

When you say tight how do you mean?
It's going to be tight. It has to support your boobs.
The majority of the support comes from the band not the straps.
And you're used to wearing a 36 band.
A 30 will feel tight to start with.
Measure using the BOB method and start from there. The FB BOB fit page is very helpful.

[stayathomenightmare]

tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk/p/Grey-Lace-Underband-Invisible-Bralette-/136890081-Grey

I've bought some of these and I'm a size 14 with small breasts. They are comfortable and cheap so might be worth a try.