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Best bras for GG cup

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bluedabadeedabada · 31/03/2023 23:08

I'm so upset that today I have measured in at a 32 GG for bra size. I was a 32 F before having a baby and I really thought pregnancy and breastfeeding would shrink my chest but they have only gotten larger and lower. They are just huge on my small frame (size 8/10).
Where do you larger chested ladies shop for bras of this size? It rules me out of boux Avenue and M&S only had two bras in store of this size.

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MrsPatrickDempsey · 01/04/2023 10:41

I think you have to try different ones. One style or brand doesn't suit everyone because we vary so much. I went into Bravissimo and tried loads. It was interesting how each brand and sizing varies. The fitter was helpful pointing out that I have wide shoulders so suited certain styles and brands more.

FinallyHere · 01/04/2023 11:53

@AnotherEmma

Thank you, I appreciate your trying to help and recognise that your advice is good for many people.

I'm afraid I just didn't explain the full story. I'm 8/10 over my hips and hate being larger on top. I'm probably a medium size on my top half.

One thing I can promise, though, for anyone else reading this, is that Rigby and Peller don't make mistakes.

I've been going there since the 80's when as a highly embarrassed young woman I turned up in a puffer jacket. Having seen me only wrapped un in the big coat, the fitter brought me an initial bra to 'try for size' and it was the perfect size.

I was blown away.

One of the reasons that they don't use tape measures and fit by eye is exactly how hung up it is possible to get on a particular size, when different manufacturers use different measurements for different sizes.

In order to get a really good fit, which R&P guarantee, they go by how the bra looks and feels. They also adjust the straps so the fit is perfect.

I go for a fitting anytime I've lost or gained a significant amount of weight and otherwise buy online. I've worn the same model (Prima Donna Deauville ) for ever. Occasionally to work around specific clothing i get something different but otherwise ...

MrsMoastyToasty · 01/04/2023 12:14

I go to an independent retailer in my home town just outside Bristol. I usually get fitted every time (fluctuating weight) and Fantasie are the brand that fits me best. If they haven't got what I'm looking for then John Lewis in Bristol or Bravissimo in Bath.

mycatscausehell · 01/04/2023 15:14

30gg here. i love the freya fancies longline bras, i did have to size up to a 30h but that's it

Fuelledbycaffeine89 · 01/04/2023 15:27

I use bravissimo for mine. Shock absorbers for sports bras and pretty much what’s on sale for the rest

NannyOggsWhiskyStash · 01/04/2023 15:47

Weirdly enough Ann Summers Planet Lace bras are really good, and come in funky colours, also SKIMS sculpting bralette is so comfy and has no wires, yet gives lift and support and I am a 38G

londonmummy1966 · 01/04/2023 16:31

If you can't get to a decent shop for a fitting then I'd second the PP who recommended brastop.com. They specialise in large cupsizes and will have a lot of stock in your size. I'd suggest buying 3 different bras in a 32GG and 3 in a 30H and try them on and see what works and then return the rest.

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