How can I wear button downs with a large chest but not look manly or like a stuffed sausage?
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Anonymous
| What is the secret? I’m a size 14 38i bra. |
Anonymous
| A great bra and a tailored shirt. I don't wear those shirts anymore but when I did I had to get them tailored because I'd have to buy for my bust size and then it would be too big everywhere else. And for a bra, you want one that really lifts them and perks them up. A bad bra can make boobs hang low and I think that leads to the unflattering look. |
Anonymous
| Flare out the shoulders and hips to suggest an hourglass. |
Anonymous
| 100% agree on tailoring. It's expensive, but necessary. |
Anonymous
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Find one that is a cotton Lycra blend, has a darted bust (so fitted). Or buys ones that are all silk
Why do you want to wear button downs? They're not the most flattering when you have a large chest. |
Anonymous
| A minimizer bra. But agree with PP that with a larger size and larger bust they are just best avoided. I don't wear them (size 16 40F). |
Anonymous
| I have my button downs sewn shut from bust to stomach so there’s no bunching at the button line. I leave the top two ish buttons able to open more or be fully buttoned up |
Anonymous
| Is the button down a requirement? Because there are so many better options for busty women. I am a 38F and would never wear one. |
Anonymous
| I have a large chest but narrow shoulders. I can only wear button downs that have puffy shoulders. Otherwise it is bad. |
Anonymous
Doesn't that make it hard to get on? |
Anonymous
| I have a large bust but I like to wear button-down style shirts. I keep lots of double-sided tape handy (I order the Hollywood brand tapes from Amazon) to keep the shirt closed at the bust line. It’s such a pain but it’s how I manage it. |
Anonymous
It’s like any other shirt you pull on over your head. The fact it’s not completely closed means it’s not as hard as some other tops |