Does having big bust make you look bigger?

[blondesmiler]

than you actually are?

 

Ok please no crude comments, serious question here.

 

My measurements are 40 full part of bust (under bust 34)-32-37

 

My shoulders are about the same width as my hips, maybe tiny bit bigger.

 

But I always feel big, even though I am only a UK 12 on lower half and UK 14 on top I wonder whether being big busted makes me feel alot bigger than I actually am.

 

My bum and legs are tiny in comparison to the rest of me.

 

Donno cause then I look (briefly) at Jordon (when her boobs were massive) and she was still pretty tiny.

[2sunny]

the illusion is that it makes us appear heavier - even if we are thin.

[D-Lish]

Are you saying your band/back measurement is a 34?

The fullest part of your bust is 40? Thereby making you a 34 E (UK) or a 34 F (eur) ?

[anne1707]

I think it really depends on how you dress. A really good bra is obviously a starting point - make the most of that cleavage! I think the worst thing you can do is then go for some big cover up that ends up looking like a sack as the proportions all go wrong. - fitted but not tight (or too tight anyway ) is what you need. Get that right and you will not look fat - just hot!

 

My problem is the opposite as I have a small bust but again I wear good bras and really think about the fit of my clothes so I look better proportioned.

[D-Lish]

It really depends on the clothes you wear- I bet you look awesome in a bikini.

 

If you're wearing oversized shirts- you will appear bigger all over.

Key is to accentuate your tiny waist.

 

If you find that you have to buy shirts that fit your bust but don't fit in other places (shoulders, waist, etc)... never be afraid to have something tailored to fit. A good tailor can do wonders.

 

Have you been fitted for a bra? The UK makes the best small back, larger front bras. It's also good to get the best possible lift possible- hike up the girls as far as they'll go. A good bra will do this. You get a good lift- your waist will look smaller and your clothes will fit better.

[clv0116]

My measurements are 40 full part of bust (under bust 34)-32-37

 

My shoulders are about the same width as my hips, maybe tiny bit bigger.

 

But I always feel big

 

No wonder you smile. A lot of guys seem to really love that sort of build, I'd bet that after you get out socially a bit more you're gonna get a lot of dates. It probably does make you look a big bigger but it can also make your waist look smaller so it's fine I think.

[carhill]

Wearing clothing which accentuates your hips can balance a large bustline, as well as picking a brassiere that shapes the breasts into a more balanced appearance. That's the beauty of natural breast tissue; it can be sculpted and shaped into a myriad of appearances.

 

IMO, the more comfortable and attractive you feel, the more attractive and beautiful you will appear to others. Confidence in one's appearance sends out a lot of positive signals to others, regardless of how one might objectively appear.

 

My personal preference is for a woman with curves, so take my assessment for what it's worth. I would say, since I'm taller than most of the women I encounter and look down (physically) upon them, I would generally see a large bust before the waist and hips so she would look "bigger" to me. Probably, exposed cleavage would accentuate that perception. Hope that helps

[Star Gazer]

I really think it's all about the bra and the clothing you wear. A good bra takes off 5-10 pounds of boob, I swear!

 

I have to make sure my clothes are more fitted around the waist, otherwise I look bigger.

[fral945]

I don’t think so. Even if it did, it will make your hips and waist appear smaller.

 

BTW, who is Jordon?

[carhill]

I don’t think so. Even if it did, it will make your hips and waist appear smaller.

 

BTW, who is Jordon?

http://img.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2008/01_03/Jordan1701_468x585.jpg

[fral945]

http://img.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2008/01_03/Jordan1701_468x585.jpg

 

Thanks, carhill.

[LucreziaBorgia]

When I had a bust, I was a 38 DD and I always looked heavier than I was if I didn't wear shirts that were fitted to my waist.

 

I found that minimizer bras helped quite a bit.

[quankanne]

The UK makes the best small back, larger front bras

 

names, please! the current brand does it's job, but i'd like something serious but pretty for dealing with the boob-weight.

 

i agree about the need to emphasize your curves – baggy cloths make YOU look big and baggy, yu know?

[blondesmiler]

Are you saying your band/back measurement is a 34?

The fullest part of your bust is 40? Thereby making you a 34 E (UK) or a 34 F (eur) ?

 

Yeah 34F/36F ~ depends on the shop

 

I think it really depends on how you dress. A really good bra is obviously a starting point - make the most of that cleavage! I think the worst thing you can do is then go for some big cover up that ends up looking like a sack as the proportions all go wrong. - fitted but not tight (or too tight anyway ) is what you need. Get that right and you will not look fat - just hot!

 

I do dress well for my shape, have learnt alot over last few years but "I" still feel big "inside" I know alot is probably in my head and doing what women do so well, which is too worry about the bad bits and not praise our good bits.

 

Wearing clothing which accentuates your hips can balance a large bustline, as well as picking a brassiere that shapes the breasts into a more balanced appearance. That's the beauty of natural breast tissue; it can be sculpted and shaped into a myriad of appearances.

 

IMO, the more comfortable and attractive you feel, the more attractive and beautiful you will appear to others. Confidence in one's appearance sends out a lot of positive signals to others, regardless of how one might objectively appear.

 

My personal preference is for a woman with curves, so take my assessment for what it's worth. I would say, since I'm taller than most of the women I encounter and look down (physically) upon them, I would generally see a large bust before the waist and hips so she would look "bigger" to me. Probably, exposed cleavage would accentuate that perception. Hope that helps

 

I don't have hips to accentuate ~ 37 and have a tiny bum so there really isn't anything too my lower half, hence why my top half feels sooooo out of proportion even though I do dress it well. In fact it makes me feel fat but then when normal head comes back on I think a size 12 fat, come on!!

[carhill]

The way clothes are cut and the way patterns and colors run can give the illusion of a more hourglass shaped figure, to balance out a ample bosom. My female friend was similarly afflicted, having a pear body type, slender legs, a small butt but 32E up top on a 5'2" petite frame. She finally had her breasts reduced when she was around 30 and had her two kids. She always dressed conservatively and wore clothes which accentuated her waist and hips to balance out her breasts. That said, again, they were the first thing most men would see so she got a lot of negative attention.

 

The UK version of the "What not to wear" television series has had some really good tips on dressing an ample bosom. The US version is OK, but the two ladies from the UK really get into the nitty gritty of self-image, style and color.

[Isolde]

Don't wear turtlenecks. And this probably has been said before but bra style really matters. I'm a 32/34C; some bras make me look very very busty, whereas others make me look almost flat in certain tops. It's not just a minimizer vs. padded issue; subtle differences in bras can create totally different shapes. Experiment.

[carhill]

names, please!

 

I think D-lish is the resident expert, but, if memory serves, Wacoal has dealers in the UK and I recall D saying a lot of good things about them. I've been trying to get my wife to a fitter for a long time (she always complains about her bras) and suggested Wacoal to her and got the "They're too expensive" OK, whatever....

[not_a_happy_camper]

What you need smiler, is a sheepdog bra......................rounds em up and points them in the right direction!!!

 

I'm of the top heavy variety myself, and used to wear tops that were a bit bigger to fit, but they definitely don't help. they only add weight. I've started wearing tighter fitting clothes in the last year, v-neck tops great because while you'd think they draw attention to that area, what they actually do is draw eye up towards your neck, and accentuate your waist at the same time. obviously, don't wear super low v-necks! and a vest top or something underneath usually good idea! I also always bought shirts a size bigger, but now I buy them a size smaller, leave a few more buttons open, but with nice top underneath. more fitted, but still covering up. and obviously good fitted bra helps.

 

Also curious as to what brands D-lish is talking about!

[lammie]

Go to Selfridges and get yourself properly measured. The lady who measured me was so good. I've always thought i was a 36C but it turns out i'm a 30F/32E/34DD! You can't just pick up a bra without trying it on. She'll teach you how a proper bra should fit. Pointers are as follows:

 

• Always wear your bra on the loosest hook, because it stretches throughout the time and then you can move on to the tighter hooks as you go along

• the band should never ride up, if it does it means you're wrong side

• the middle should be snug and the underwire should be under your entire breast

• no spillage, go for the bigger cup size if one of them is bigger than the other

• shoulder strap shouldn't be longer/tighter than having two fingers length when you pull it away from your shoulders.

 

The brands that has small back and large cups are:

• Freya (they're really lovely, sexy but cute at the same time, my favourite)

• Fantasie (makes really good strapless and smooth bras)

• Wonderbra (their back are smaller i find, i need to go up to 32E)

• Fauves

• Princess Tam Tam

• Elle McPherson (only selected styles have F-G cups but they do small backs)

• Chantelle

• Pour Moi

• Lepel

• Gossard (celebrities favourite)

• Agent Provocateur (not every style has small back, large cups but they're soooo sexy, best to get them on their annual sale)

 

The best time to go is when they have the seasonal sales, I've bought the above bras for £10 (normally they're about £30-50) at Selfridges and Harrods. House of Fraser has a good selection, also a great selection on Wonderbra's new D-G Series. I've heard the new D-G strapless bra from Wonderbra is amazing. Topshop has selective wonderbra styles.

 

It's best to invest in a good bra, it makes the world of difference when you wear your clothes. It's also a good idea to buy a more expensive bra rather than the £5 primark set because they fit so differently. Even LaSenza never suits me well. Some Victoria's Secret styles are good, if you can get access to it.

 

Good sites for small backs/big cups (irregular size) are:

figleaves.com

Bravissmo.com

 

But i suggest you go in store to try on before buying from the internet. Know your brand of bras that you like and know your size from that brand that will be pretty safe.

 

I'm pretty modest, i don't like showing my cleavage in public (bedroom only!!) because I don't want EVERYONE staring at them. I flaunt them in other ways. Never wear anything you're not comfortable with that makes you keep adjusting every 2 seconds. Everyone is different, you need to find out the styles that flatter you (bodyshape, face shape, neck length, hair length etc). I can never wear wrap dresses/shirts. They never have enough to cover, i end up always have to wear a vest/tank underneath (which defeat the style) or keep pulling the shirt for coverage every 2 seconds.

 

If anyone can find a good fitting shirt let me know!! It's one of my pet peeves, i can never wear shirts, i'm a size US 4, UK 8. Bust is always bursting but if i get the bigger size, everywhere else is gaping. Errrr!

[Lizzie60]

No it doesn't... I have huge breasts and I don't look fat. (check my profile pic )

 

It's all about the way you dress.. if you wear ample tops.. then yes you might look big..

 

avoid sweat tops..

 

wear tight clothes..

[CanadaGuy]

No it doesn't... I have huge breasts and I don't look fat. (check my profile pic )

 

It's all about the way you dress.. if you wear ample tops.. then yes you might look big..

 

avoid sweat tops..

 

wear tight clothes..

 

I agree, you don't look fat, you look lean and amazing! Very sexy!

[missdependant]

Oh man, I totally know what you mean! I am 34 - 24 - 36.. my boobs used to be an A cup until recently after getting preggers.

 

Now they're a large C. I've gained about five pounds tops... but I feel so fat! None of my old clothes look good on me, because what I used to wear conformed to having small breasts.. and now they're so big I don't even know what to do with them. I try and dress professionally, but now I have cleavage everywhere I look lol and instead of looking sexy I feel like I look fat.

 

I don't know how people can handle big boobies. I always thought I wanted them and now I am learning that I don't.

[LucreziaBorgia]

I have to admit I have no regrets getting rid of my double D's. It has had absolutely no effect on my ability to attract men, and the man I'm with now has no problem with what I do have. I would never go back to being huge busted, even if offered the choice.

 

I do look less heavy than I did. The key though behind looking good in clothes when you have huge boobs is to wear shirts that are appropriate and made for women who are ample up top. Nothing looks less flattering than a huge boobed person trying to squeeze braless into a babydoll top made for women not above a B cup.

 

Fitted shirts that fit both the boobs and the waist are best (Playboy makes some pretty tees for bigger busted women). Low cut rounded necklines are better than V necked ones. That way you are showing the tops of your pretty boobs and not most of the crack between them. It helps also to have a flat tummy. Big boobs plus chubby tummy plus fitted shirt = heavy looking.

 

If you look in my profile photo album you'll see a pre-surgery picture of me wearing a grey tee shirt. It is not fitted at the waist and I look a good 10-15 pounds heaver than I actually was at that time.

[blondesmiler]

I have to admit I have no regrets getting rid of my double D's. It has had absolutely no effect on my ability to attract men, and the man I'm with now has no problem with what I do have. I would never go back to being huge busted, even if offered the choice.

 

I do look less heavy than I did. The key though behind looking good in clothes when you have huge boobs is to wear shirts that are appropriate and made for women who are ample up top. Nothing looks less flattering than a huge boobed person trying to squeeze braless into a babydoll top made for women not above a B cup.

 

Fitted shirts that fit both the boobs and the waist are best (Playboy makes some pretty tees for bigger busted women). Low cut rounded necklines are better than V necked ones. That way you are showing the tops of your pretty boobs and not most of the crack between them. It helps also to have a flat tummy. Big boobs plus chubby tummy plus fitted shirt = heavy looking.

 

If you look in my profile photo album you'll see a pre-surgery picture of me wearing a grey tee shirt. It is not fitted at the waist and I look a good 10-15 pounds heaver than I actually was at that time.

 

 

Thank you...I do agree that wearing clothes or bra's that do not fit make a person look bigger, just draws negative attention to the area. I do wear fitting bra's, good ones, get mine from Bravissimo, M&S, Figleaves and Debenhams. I have been fitted, I do regularly but I also find that each shop tends to be different and some bra styles so I kinda just know now with experience what style to go for and which size to pick plus I try on at home then make my final decisions. I also wear good fitting clothing and styles that flatter.

 

However like you say big bust is going to make you look bigger esp if you do not have a totally flat tummy. It can be a nightmare to by fitted stuff aswell because if you get it too fit your bust it won't fit your waist or hips, and if it fits your waist & hips its too small for your bust so shopping takes a while for me!!

 

Think I may have to consider a boob reduction to bring them more inline with the rest of me.

[meowry]

Yes ;__; My boobs make me look bigger than I actually am! And I get so much much **** from other people because of it. I wish they were smaller.

 

What's worse...I have a round face. So I look fat, even though I'm just a size 8.