Swimwear - Big boobs

[hallwaypaint]

I desperately need a new swimsuit or tankini. 34G, size 14. I've been looking at Deakin and Blue and the Hendricks styles look good, but so expensive! I don't swim that often so not sure I can justify the cost. Are there any other brands I should consider? I don't want anything too plunging or too padded. Lots of the ones on Brastop were a bit too much like this.

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@FreeButtonBee

Deakin and blue suits are great. I am a short squashy busty 34G 12/14 and the Hepburn is super flattering on me. It’s defo not vanity sized so if in doubt size up. Well worth the money

I was looking at the Hendricks I think. Although they're expensive, if the quality is good, I don't mind as much if I'll have it a long time.

@starsinyourpies

Deakin and Blue do not have built in bust support so you are just 'squashed' in place. Mine is quite flattering but not sure I really recommend for big boobs I will probably go elsewhere next time.

Hmm. Maybe I need more support. Which style do you have?

I second @whimsicalwillow recommendation of the Panasche Anya Tankini!!
I’m a bit bigger that you are @hallwaypaint but similar bust size and this is the most comfortable, flattering and supportive tankini I’ve ever had! And I never thought I’d wear a stripe 😳🤣
Proper bra built in, ruched sides so you and wear it longer or shorter depending on preference & has detachable straps 😊 I’ve had mine about 3/4 years so far and it’s still going strong 😊 It’s not the cheapest and I think the bottoms to match it were expensive if I remember correctly so I just bought the top and wear it with plain black bottoms as I wanted bottoms that were a bit higher rise than the matching ones.

www.freemans.com/products/panache-swim-rsquo-anya-rsquo-stripe-bandeau-tankini-top/_/A-75J187_36DD?utm_source=GoogleProductList&utm_medium=PLA&utm_campaign=Womens_Swimwear_Tankinis&utm_content=75J187&ns_campaign=Womens_Swimwear_Tankinis&ns_mchannel=PLA&ns_source=GoogleProductList&ns_linkname=75J187&ns_fee=0&utm_medium=cpc&gclid=CjwKCAjwloCSBhAeEiwA3hVo_aYujeh7UiRoGormpaHiLOpcikZVkXmJ1ZIVhg65pC1_aAEXyRRCRhoCCGAQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[quote BaffledMum22]I second @whimsicalwillow recommendation of the Panasche Anya Tankini!!
I’m a bit bigger that you are @hallwaypaint but similar bust size and this is the most comfortable, flattering and supportive tankini I’ve ever had! And I never thought I’d wear a stripe 😳🤣
Proper bra built in, ruched sides so you and wear it longer or shorter depending on preference & has detachable straps 😊 I’ve had mine about 3/4 years so far and it’s still going strong 😊 It’s not the cheapest and I think the bottoms to match it were expensive if I remember correctly so I just bought the top and wear it with plain black bottoms as I wanted bottoms that were a bit higher rise than the matching ones.

www.freemans.com/products/panache-swim-rsquo-anya-rsquo-stripe-bandeau-tankini-top/_/A-75J187_36DD?utm_source=GoogleProductList&utm_medium=PLA&utm_campaign=Womens_Swimwear_Tankinis&utm_content=75J187&ns_campaign=Womens_Swimwear_Tankinis&ns_mchannel=PLA&ns_source=GoogleProductList&ns_linkname=75J187&ns_fee=0&utm_medium=cpc&gclid=CjwKCAjwloCSBhAeEiwA3hVo_aYujeh7UiRoGormpaHiLOpcikZVkXmJ1ZIVhg65pC1_aAEXyRRCRhoCCGAQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds[/quote]
That sounds extremely promising! I will check it out. Thank you!

And thanks everyone. Some really good suggestions for me to go on.

Have a look at Next online- they have a really good selection of bra size swimwear.

Mine are from fig leaves and bravissimo. I find a bikini more comfortable but put a rash vest on sometimes

Simply be now own figleaves (bra-sized swimwear). The frida bikinis are lovely on. They also do a tankini in the frida pattern, which may be a good option for you.

www.fantasie.com/uk/en/swimwear/bikini-tops/c/201/
Personally I like the full cup tops from here but they do look a bit bra like, especially in plain colours. They are just very comfortable and supportive.
I’d go for a very swimwear type pattern and cut to avoid that. One of the bandeau styles in a floral maybe?

I have this in a 34G and it’s fab! You could try 36FF as it has no back band to worry about (it’s on offer hence only limited sizes available)
www.belle-lingerie.co.uk/fantasie-cote-dazur-scoop-neck-swimsuit/

@hallwaypaint I have this one

www.deakinandblue.com/collections/hendricks/products/high-neck-swimsuit-navy-hendricks

That's nice. I like the way they're modelled on people with normal looking bodies.