Akward Question about Bikini Tops

brandialman
brandialman Posts: 8
edited September 28 in Chit-Chat
I am a large chested chick and I love bikinis. My biggest problem, or should I say problems, is that I cannot find tops that are big enough. I do not think "side boob" is sexy, nor do I think it is sexy when the strings dig into my neck making me look like a hunchback. Does anyone have any suggestions for tops? I'm even open to trying to make my own.

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  • binary_jester
    binary_jester Posts: 3,311 Member
    My prediction is that this will be one very popular topic.
  • dumb_blondes_rock
    dumb_blondes_rock Posts: 1,568 Member
    Just go topless....jk....i have the same problem, and i can't wear the tube top ones because when i jump in the water it comes off....basically all bikini tops are what i refer to as "nipple covers" because thats about all they cover on me
  • brandialman
    brandialman Posts: 8
    If it's popular, then maybe I can get a great solution. LOL
  • LittleD311
    LittleD311 Posts: 618 Member
    can you try doubling up tops!?!!?
  • Mom2rh
    Mom2rh Posts: 612 Member
    Buy the tops and bottoms separately. Lots of places do that. You can find a top/style that holds in the girls and bottoms that flatter that part.
  • laceylovespink
    laceylovespink Posts: 138
    have you tried a victorias secret suit on?? i have a tankin from there and it just FITS great! I really don't want any other brand after having this..and they have all kinds of sizes :)
  • Procellifer
    Procellifer Posts: 16
    There are specialist shops that cater for bustier women, and it does help to buy bra-sized swimwear rather than just dress sizes. I'm a G-cup and I've managed to find some lovely bikinis. They're a bit pricier than usual but it's worth it for something that isn't going to fall off or cut into my skin.
  • nab22
    nab22 Posts: 168
    Same problem here! All of mine are tied tight so they cut into my neck :(

    I have had some luck with Victoria's Secret tops because you can get them by cup size and some of them have support
  • Spayrroe
    Spayrroe Posts: 210 Member
    if you google "DIY Bikini", there's a lot of links on how to make your own :)

    Maybe a nice sports bra as a bikini top?
  • Spayrroe
    Spayrroe Posts: 210 Member
    if you google "DIY Bikini", there's a lot of links on how to make your own :)

    Maybe a nice sports bra as a bikini top?
  • Mandam1018
    Mandam1018 Posts: 70 Member
    Same problem here! The solution I am doing this summer is a breast reduction in two weeks! Good luck to you on finding a swimsuit that works though!
  • megz4987
    megz4987 Posts: 1,008 Member
    Maybe halter tops with the thicker straps?
  • KimberSt
    KimberSt Posts: 62 Member
    I know there are several on-line stores where you can order the pieces separately. Have you tried that yet?
  • makeachange22
    makeachange22 Posts: 151
    victorias secret, or go online search your size and go to a website that accomodates your chest size
  • NeuroticVirgo
    NeuroticVirgo Posts: 3,671 Member
    Buy a tube top one that ties around the neck... It will cover more, and the tie is just for keeping it up. lol

    TubeTopBikiniTop.jpg


    Tried finding an example so you knew what I meant. The one I was thinking of had thicker straps but this kind of shows what I mean.
  • Onesnap
    Onesnap Posts: 2,819 Member
    Don't make your own. Check out Land's End or Lands End Canvas websites. Make sure to get one with the built in bra inside. :)
  • jwaitman
    jwaitman Posts: 367 Member
    Sorry I don't have this problem, wish I did! lol

    Maybe try finding one that has thicker straps like a halter or something. Sorry not much help. I haven't seen them in years, but they used to make them where they looked like tank tops. Good luck.
  • Helice
    Helice Posts: 1,075 Member
    i saw a bikini top once that you stick too you, and it doesnt have a back..
    like a bikini style strapless bra..
    but i think it was not waterproof..
    which would be very impractical..
    hmm.
  • NobodyKnows
    NobodyKnows Posts: 764 Member
    I confess I clicked on your profile hoping to see pictures of your problems :bigsmile:
  • BethanyMasters
    BethanyMasters Posts: 519 Member
    I got one with a lot of fabric for the top and the part that goes around my neck is a wide soft fabric so it doesn't dig.

    I still have to be careful about them falling out. So when I want a real power swim I have to wear my tankini instead.
  • NikkisNewStart
    NikkisNewStart Posts: 1,075 Member
    Maybe halter tops with the thicker straps?

    This is exactly what I was going to suggest! What about buying the biggest available (XL maybe?) and then altering the straps to make it smaller around... that way you get the biggest cup size but can sew it to make it fit more like your true size.
  • kimmerroze
    kimmerroze Posts: 1,330 Member
    Victoria secret has a line for women with D chest and bigger. and they are made to support the girls. They are also good quality swimsuites. I wont buy my swimsuits anywhere else. although since dieting I no long belong to the busty girls club.
  • epj78
    epj78 Posts: 643 Member
    Bra sized bikini tops! Freya makes some good ones. Try this webiste: http://www.lindasonline.com/swimwear.html
  • Onesnap
    Onesnap Posts: 2,819 Member
    Oh, and don't get one with the thin strap that goes around your neck. Not a good idea for busty girls--it will cut in.


    The Land's End suits are very well made and you can buy tops and bottoms separately. There's a lot on sale right now on their website. Avoid a tube top or string bikini style.
  • whouwannab
    whouwannab Posts: 350 Member
    How about the tops that are like a bra? Shoulder straps instead of a halter that ties at the back of the neck.
  • fsugirl26
    fsugirl26 Posts: 207
    I have the same problem...

    However, in your quest to lose weight, there's a good possibility that you'll also be losing fatty tissue from your breasts. I'm down 50lbs and have already lost 1.5 cups. I'd hold off on buying a more expensive/specialty bikini top until you're at your goal weight.

    With that being said, I definitely recommend finding a bikini top with built in support like a wire (that way your boobs won't sag as much and they'll look even more amazing!). Victoria's Secret has some nice ones, and they even have tops available by cup size, including D and DD. I can't do any of the cute halter tops because my boobs won't fit in them :(
  • jlgwilson
    jlgwilson Posts: 2
    Try the Athleta catalog --
  • Goldengirlrose
    Goldengirlrose Posts: 1
    I live in Arizona and we have a store here called EVERYTHING BUT WATER. They are online as well. They have underwire tops that do the trick. Yes, they are a bit pricier but totally worth it!! http://www.everythingbutwater.com/
    You'll pretty much need to stick to underwire tops. Anything else just won't help.
  • elliecolorado
    elliecolorado Posts: 1,040
    I have always had this problem! I used to do a sports bra and then would go get bottoms that matched it, that and I just decided that tankinis or one pieces were better than my boobs falling out of the top.
  • LaurieBLouise
    LaurieBLouise Posts: 48 Member
    your best bet is a halter with thick straps. cosmo and other similar magazines have articles in their issues in the summer months, suggesting specific suits for your body type. check out this link I found from cosmopolitan.com and select the category "busty" (sorry, haha). I wish I had your problem!

    http://www.cosmopolitan.com/hairstyles-beauty/tiptool/swimwear-for-body-shape#/category4
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