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Non boob-under-armpit bras in smaller band size

17 replies

happysunr1se · 12/07/2026 09:57

I'm looking for some new bras.

I prefer balconette or full cup and I like my boobs to end up all at the front rather than wide apart and heading towards my armpits which seems to be what m & s are designed for now.

Using BOB method I'm 30f or g.
I've been looking at Simone Perele website and it seems like they use the old method and with a 30 inch under band I'd be a 34?

Does anyone have any bras from this brand and can give me insight into sizes?

Or if anyone has same/ similar size to me and likes the same fit I'd love some recommendations!

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Aethelthryth · 12/07/2026 15:31

Really expensive but Katherine Hamilton are perfect for small back/large cup and "project forward".

ActuallyComfortable · 12/07/2026 15:40

A few years ago I lost seven stone and got down to a 32 back, G cup. I needed a lot of support due to quite serious weight loss and not being especially young any more.

I loved the Freya brand - the longline "Fancies" style for keeping everything uplifted and forward facing.

They start at a 28 back and go up to an H cup at least (maybe higher).

Sadly over the years I put the weight back on, but that style was perfect when I was nearer your size. Admittedly not everyone likes longline bras but they definitely prevented underarm boob and kept things facing forward and uplifted for me.

MrsMoastyToasty · 12/07/2026 15:44

Fantasie are good for this. Look for styles with support.

user1471550643 · 12/07/2026 15:58

I second fantasie and I agree with your comments around the M&S bras

Ramblingaway · 12/07/2026 16:02

Look at bravissimo, for anything with a side sling structure that keeps boobs going forward rather than under your arms.

unsync · 12/07/2026 16:07

Wacoal group bras - elomi, fantaisie and freya - depending on size. Their brands are all properly engineered and they understand the female form.

MissKittyFantastico84 · 12/07/2026 16:14

I find Fantasie bras give the most forward shape and ‘held’ feeling of those that I’ve tried. I also love Freya and Elomi, so interesting to know they’re the same group.

happysunr1se · 12/07/2026 16:34

Aethelthryth · 12/07/2026 15:31

Really expensive but Katherine Hamilton are perfect for small back/large cup and "project forward".

Thanks for the recommendation, Katherine Hamilton has a lot of choice and they are indeed expensive!

I bought Empreinte ones before which are a similar price but I tried them on in a shop to confirm they fitted before buying.

I'm a bit of a scaredycat for spending online on expensive clothes!

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happysunr1se · 12/07/2026 16:35

unsync · 12/07/2026 16:07

Wacoal group bras - elomi, fantaisie and freya - depending on size. Their brands are all properly engineered and they understand the female form.

I'd forgotten about Wacoal!

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Thatsanotherfinemess1 · 12/07/2026 17:08

I asked chatgpt this exact question in desperation and it recommended gorsenia, a polish brand. They make deep cups and project forward, perfect for my large saggy boobs. I found them on brastop reasonably priced. Otherwise, bravissimo Millie or panache envy full cup.

Wishitwasstraightforward · 12/07/2026 17:17

I have this issue. I had a really helpful bra fitting in John Lewis and was told that the Fantasie range, particularly those offering “side support” would help. I have since only bought Fantasie Illusion bras and I am really happy with them. The actual Fantasie website has a whole section called side support bras which are described as offering forward projection. Hope that helps.

Rayna37 · 12/07/2026 17:40

https://www.marksandspencer.com/body-soft-wired-full-cup-t-shirt-bra-f-h/p/clp60546293?intid=mobile_app_pdp_share&color=Black I have these in 30F from M&S and am getting on well with them, if you haven’t tried them? Don’t think they’re in my armpits (though now I’m thinking about this 😆)

happysunr1se · 12/07/2026 19:24

Thatsanotherfinemess1 · 12/07/2026 17:08

I asked chatgpt this exact question in desperation and it recommended gorsenia, a polish brand. They make deep cups and project forward, perfect for my large saggy boobs. I found them on brastop reasonably priced. Otherwise, bravissimo Millie or panache envy full cup.

Thanks for mentioning the specific styles!

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happysunr1se · 12/07/2026 19:28

Thanks for all your suggestions

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Petrine · 12/07/2026 20:59

I’m a 30ff and find that Panache Clara or Envy bras fit well and have side support.

dun1urkin · 12/07/2026 21:05

I’m a 30GG and am also a fan of forward projection. Fantasie Adelle is my most recent favourite, also a fan of aforementioned Fantasie Fusion

barronneau · 12/07/2026 21:07

I'm a 30f

Panache work best for me, I like the glossies range. Not sure if they're still available

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