Have you ever gone bra shopping and noticed that there is never that ribcage size to match your cup? Or they just don't seem to think that you need the straps to be so long or so short?
In my lifetime, I have cried at least six times while hunting for bras. I have had saleswomen make fun of me. I have gotten disgusted looks from jealous women and pitying looks from others who understood my problems. I've gotten the, "Well, it's not my problem if you can't find bras," while shopping before. I've also gotten the, "I don't know why you're whining about bras if you're that lucky, anyways."
You see...I'm 4'10", about 110 lbs., and I currently wear a 34 or 36DD (depending on brand). But the clothing industry doesn't seem to think that small people can have (naturally) large breasts. So, if you've ever had issues finding that perfect bra, or have suggestions for stores that cater to oddly-shaped women, let us know. Us crazily-disproportionate gals would love to hear from you, and share our stories.
I feel your pain, hun.
Same with dress shopping.
There's only been 1 time in my life when I didn't have to wear a stiff, uncomfortable 24-hook corsette-style girdle bra with a dress. And the dress had a laceup back so I couldn't breathe anyways lol
Last time I went bra shopping at JC Pennies, the little Asian woman who was assisting me laughed at me and said I should just leave.
You're telling me! I reported her to the store manager and I guess she got moved out of lingerie for offending myself and other customers, lol. I've found I prefer Carsen's to JC Pennies, though. And I've had good luck at Target the last few times I've tried on bras there. My newest "good boob" bra is from Target
I've never done a mail order bra myself, but consider looking at Bravissimo. They generally carry 30-38/40 DD-I. They're actually geared toward regular sizes but large cup size (they don't go much into plus sizing.
Some companies DO make half-sizes. It's hard to find them above a C (in fact, no one makes a D.5) but they're out there, somewhere. Playtex is the brand to look for for half-cup increments.
Apparently, EVERY woman is supposed to be between a 36 and a 40 C. It drives me insane >.<
Even when you are these sizes bra shopping is a nightmare! I'm a 36 C and I still have problems finding bras that fit well. I think the main problem is that most bra manufacturers seem to have forgotten what quality is. Plus there seems to be no really standard of sizing. It's truly frustrating. I used to love Bali when I was larger, but find their bras have no support in the smaller sizes. Hello? I don't have 18 year old boobs anymore.
On top of all that, if 36 C is the "average" size, how come I can't find a button up top that actually buttons? I digress... that's a complaint for a different thread.
I always have to buy my bras online. I can't even go into Lane Bryant to get them bc they don't carry them big enough. I hope by losing weight the girls will shrink too so I can just walk into the store and get a cute patterned bra!
Odd Bra Sizes
