Strapless bra question

IRun4Me_12
IRun4Me_12 Posts: 240 Member
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Can anyone recommend a good one??? I HATE them with a passion because they don't give me nice shape at all. I normally wear a 34DD in regular bras - so I NEED good support. So many cute outfits I want to buy, but I would need a good strapless bra, and I just can't find one that makes me look normal !

Thanks :)
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  • TeachTheGirl
    TeachTheGirl Posts: 2,091 Member
    Definitely interested here too.

    I went to Fredrick's of Hollywood and picked up one for an event I was attending, but they only had one type, and quite honestly I wish I'd shopped around because it's uncomfortable. T_T
  • Martucha123
    Martucha123 Posts: 1,089 Member
    I think strapless for DD will never support well. How about silicone straps?
  • Mist1981
    Mist1981 Posts: 145
    Victoria Secret has a strapless push up that's awesome!
  • MegdKel
    MegdKel Posts: 96 Member
    I have a strapless from Cacique (sp? - Lane Bryant). If I remember correctly it has removable straps, I've had it for a few years so they might not have the exact same style anymore - but I *love* that bra - it's more comfortable than a couple others I have and it has great shape to it. I wear a 44DD, and it does the job :)
  • Benji49
    Benji49 Posts: 419 Member
    If you have Victoria's Secret near you - they aren't cheap but they do fit well and are comfortable. (And yes they do have ones that aren't made for a runway model). :ohwell:
  • lizzardsm
    lizzardsm Posts: 271 Member
    have you tried a long line strapless bra (ie. one where the clips go down to your waist). that should help!.
  • OnWisconsin84
    OnWisconsin84 Posts: 409 Member
    I think strapless for DD will never support well.

    I've yet to find a great strapless bra & I'm also 32/34DD. I've tried cheap ones, expensive VS ones, nothing seems to give the support (and shape!!) that I want. I usually end up wearing 2 strapless bras to keep things in place. Annoying, and makes me super self-conscious, but whatever. Curious to hear other suggestions :)
  • wantstolooseweight
    wantstolooseweight Posts: 166 Member
    Personally I'm going with the "strapless bra's are crap" approach so I use a normal one with clear see - through straps ............. depending on the neckline of what I'm wearing sometimes I use a bikini top which I can tie lower down my back for low backed dresses.............
  • Faintgreeneyes
    Faintgreeneyes Posts: 729 Member
    Victoria Secret has a multi-way bra that you can make strap-less. It also comes with the clear straps as well. I love it (I believe its called the bio-fit) it stays in place, doesn't fall down, and offers great support!.
  • martymum
    martymum Posts: 413 Member
    Hi

    saw this, don't know if it's any use to you hun

    http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2168968/A-formidable-42K-Its-worlds-biggest-strapless-bra.html

    martyxx
  • soymilkcoffee
    soymilkcoffee Posts: 171
    I'm a 36D and I use Victoria's Secret strapless bras. Of course, you don't get GREAT support, but it's better than wrapping my chest with duct tape. :P
    I bought the one with removable straps. It's a great bra because you can adjust the straps for any kind of top or dress you're wearing, i.e., use one strap for a halter top.
  • ErinBeth7
    ErinBeth7 Posts: 1,625 Member
    I got one from JC Penny's that works really well. It has non-slip material on the inside so it won't slide down. It also includes removable straps. I can't remember what brand it is, but I'll look when I get home. BTW, I am a C cup and it supports me fairly well. My best friend is DD and she wears this bra without a problem. In fact, she's the one who suggested it to me.
  • GeneveSparkles
    GeneveSparkles Posts: 283 Member
    Maybe try a convertable bra. You might get better support that way.
  • 512cheangela
    512cheangela Posts: 133
    I got a really nice one from the Maidenform outlet for a really reasonable price. I'm a 34E (sometimes DD depending on manufacturer) and the 34DD did the job relatively well despite being a lower cup size. I'm not sure if this is an option for you, but in Austin here they have a specialty bra shop that is really great about providing custom bras to those of us that are bigger than a D cup. You might want to look into seeing if there is a "boob store" near you.
  • ahelland21
    ahelland21 Posts: 48 Member
    I loooooove the brand Wacoal. I wear a 34DDD and have a strapless from them that works *fairly* well. Fair warning, they are not cheap, but are really nice!! I usually buy Wacoal at Von Maur, but I am sure there are probably other stores that carry it too -- Macy's, JCPenney's??
  • caraiselite
    caraiselite Posts: 2,631 Member
    what about clear straps?
  • acpgranberg
    acpgranberg Posts: 137 Member
    I'm a 38DD and I have a black bustier that I wear under my clothes when i need a strapless bra. Holds everything up and gives me good posture.
  • LoraF83
    LoraF83 Posts: 15,694 Member
    I have a strapless from Cacique (sp? - Lane Bryant). If I remember correctly it has removable straps, I've had it for a few years so they might not have the exact same style anymore - but I *love* that bra - it's more comfortable than a couple others I have and it has great shape to it. I wear a 44DD, and it does the job :)

    They have a new version out....removeable straps and it stays put! I'm a 38DDD, and it holds me up well! Victoria's Secret doesn't have anything above a D in stock, so definitely head to Lane Bryant.
  • nmb0717
    nmb0717 Posts: 130 Member
    I have an amazing strapless from Victoria's Secret (38DD) that works WONDERS. It also comes with removable straps, just FYI. It's a "Body By Victoria Lined Strapless". Mine is nude with white polka dots on them (surprisingly you can't see anything under a white dress). I've never been big on strapless bras as they never stay put but this one has the best side straps that really hug your body and keep everything in place! Check it out.
  • amanda3588
    amanda3588 Posts: 422 Member
    No clear straps- yuck!

    I am a 36DD and I have a strapless from Victoria's Secret that I love. They have a lot of different varieties so try them on to see what fits you best.
  • KraseyBeauty
    KraseyBeauty Posts: 31
    I'm a 28HH, so I definitely feel your pain on the strapless front! Freya makes some great ones. Check out figleaves!
  • IRun4Me_12
    IRun4Me_12 Posts: 240 Member
    Thanks Ladies! I think I'll check out VS and Lane Bryant, as they are most convenient. I don't like to bra shop online - they all end up going back! And - I was thinking about the clear straps as well, but sometimes they can look tacky.
  • AyanaSan
    AyanaSan Posts: 93 Member
    The best option is a strapless long line bra... My bra fitter put me in one under deafening protests from me.. and then I shut right up because it worked. I'm a 34DD too.. It's also sexy as hell too. :wink:

    http://www.amazon.com/Maidenform-Womens-Strapless-Longline-Convertible/dp/B003BNZ4KY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1341498813&sr=8-3&keywords=strapless+longline+bra
  • pinthin87
    pinthin87 Posts: 296 Member
    My mom wears a DD as well. Try Lane Bryant's bras...she swears by them.
  • southpaw211
    southpaw211 Posts: 385 Member
    I've started buying my bras from Bravissimo. I haven't tried a strapless yet, but they specialize in pretty bras for women in larger sizes. It seems like they ought to be able to do a decent strapless bra. Their beginning cup size is D and they go up from there. I have two balconette bras I bought last summer that I LOVE. Ships from England, but the cost isn't killer (I think it cost $12 for my order last year).

    http://www.bravissimo.com/
  • Josie_lifting_cats
    Josie_lifting_cats Posts: 949 Member
    The best bra I've found (I'm like a 36D) is Self-Expressions brand at Target. The model is 05032. It's very formed, with wires, and has 3 hooks on the back.... and that is pretty much all I own now is that brand and style. It's convertible, so it works with pretty much anything I want to wear. The only complaint I have is lower shirts will show the bra since it's got quite a bit of coverage. But I live in this bra. Better than nearly anything I ever bought at VS. (I had one exception VS bra a while back, but haven't found anything as good since.)

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  • 4x4play
    4x4play Posts: 200 Member
    I'm going to say Victoria Secret. They have all kinds of options and I have never had any problems. But then again I'm a member of the Itty bitty club!
  • dreamingchild
    dreamingchild Posts: 208 Member
    I have a "Ambrielle" with removable straps, clear straps etc. that works ok. I think that is a JCPenneys brand bra? I agree that for women with larger boobs strapless bras are crap and don't work very well.
  • IRun4Me_12
    IRun4Me_12 Posts: 240 Member
    Figured I'd update everyone who was interested with what I ended up with. Lane Bryant doesn't have anything smaller than a 36, so I went to Victoria Secret. I bought a Body by Victoria Multi-Way bra. I LOVE IT!!! So comfortable, and I don't feel like it's going to fall down. Well worth the $52
  • BrightEyesx3
    BrightEyesx3 Posts: 335
    Have you thought about using the invisible straps with little rhinestones in them?

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