Help with work tops - small with big boobs

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:E-Shakti

You need a square neck top. Not deep cut. Longer fitted sleeves.

EShakti is no more! Unfortunately they are no longer fulfilling orders but still taking payments. It's a scam website now.

[Anonymous]

Find something with a draped neckline. Calvin Klein makes them. Check Macy's.

[Anonymous]

A twin set in a dark color like this
https://www.anntaylor.com/clothing/sweaters/cata000011/cropped-open-cardigan/857069.html?dwvar_857069_color=2222&pid=857069

I don’t love this print, but peplum styles might work
https://www.talbots.com/tie-waist-peplum-top---verdant-botanical/P252075381.html?cgid=petite-blouses-and-shirts&dwvar_P252075381_color=BLUE%20MAJESTY/BLUEBELL&dwvar_P252075381_sizeType=PT

https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/by-anthropologie-short-sleeve-hardware-gathered-top?color=001&inventoryCountry=US&countryCode=US&creative=&device=m&g_acctid=619-693-8226&g_adgroupid=&g_adid=&g_adtype=none&g_campaign=US+-+Shopping+-+PMAX+-+Apparel+-+Tops&g_campaignid=19714240719&g_keyword=&g_keywordid=&g_network=x&matchtype=&network=x&utm_campaign=US+-+Shopping+-+PMAX+-+Apparel+-+Tops&utm_content=&utm_kxconfid=vx6rd81ts&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_source=Google-Mobile&utm_term=&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19723171831&gbraid=0AAAAADnwqi7x6lTT7Tn7M8br98FESeEWD&gclid=Cj0KCQjw-4XFBhCBARIsAAdNOkvGiCFxykrvAbcJ48RUtSxAsRmfrD9osx7VgTzPebZX1Vp-BDHVJKIaAtJ8EALw_wcB&type=STANDARD&quantity=1

https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/the-tobie-pleated-blouse-by-exquise-double-buckle-edition?color=020&inventoryCountry=US&countryCode=US&creative=&device=m&g_acctid=619-693-8226&g_adgroupid=&g_adid=&g_adtype=none&g_campaign=US+-+Shopping+-+PMAX+-+Apparel+-+Icons+%26+Push&g_campaignid=19926206155&g_keyword=&g_keywordid=&g_network=x&matchtype=&network=x&utm_campaign=US+-+Shopping+-+PMAX+-+Apparel+-+Icons+%26+Push&utm_content=&utm_kxconfid=vx6rd81ts&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_source=Google-Mobile&utm_term=&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=4&gad_campaignid=19918135674&gbraid=0AAAAADnwqi6684VU-V609Kal-oaJqTiAu&gclid=Cj0KCQjw-4XFBhCBARIsAAdNOkuI_aF8cFJckUWAQlLa_K6KXPKRtxGJE84mL9NVrD1eGepWqY6xnQMaAhcsEALw_wcB&type=STANDARD&quantity=1

[Anonymous]

OP, you mentioned that you already spend on having pants and skirts hemmed. Maybe purchase pants at least at places that offer free alterations - Nordstrom and Rack (at least if you are a cardholder), Uniqlo, Banana Republic used to. I’m not sure what other alterations they offer, but hemming is usually covered.
A very petite friend recently discovered Uniqlo and was happy to find a few skirts that fit her well with no alterations.

[Anonymous]

Can you layer tops? A fitted tank or tee with a loose, drapey, open-front cardigan / jacket avoids both the "too tight/revealing for work" and the "illusion of a belly" issues.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:This may be more of a bra problem than a shirt problem.

If you are a size 2 it seems very unlikely you wear a 34 band size, especially at 5'2". Have you checked your measurements in the A Bra That Fits Calculator?

Start with finding a bra that fits well. You will likely find you are in a too big band and too small cup. A minimizing bra in the correct size might help you look great in an off the rack button down (for example).

https://www.abrathatfits.org/calculator.php

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/index/

I have been measured to a 32, but that band always causes back pain.

But this is definitely a shirt issue. I feel like almost every top needs to be pinched up at the shoulders so I don’t have cleavage or in at the waist so it doesn’t just hang away from my waist. As a result, everything requires tailoring. I spend enough tailoring pants and skirts to the right length so I am hoping to get away with some ready to wear work tops. It may be a lost cause though.

If you measure a 32 you will be more comfortable in a 32 band and a cup that fits correctly. You may need to try a lot of bras to find one that is right for you. The linked subreddit is a great resource to learn about the many different factors of bra fitting. It's more than just wearing the correct size.

Treat yourself to a fitting somewhere like Trousseau and invest in a couple of bras that fit correctly.

I'm a 30F (5'6" and size 6) so I get where you're coming from with not wanting a shirt that hangs straight down from the boobs. TBH, I wear a lot of wrap dresses.

Thanks. I probably do need to invest in this.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP, you mentioned that you already spend on having pants and skirts hemmed. Maybe purchase pants at least at places that offer free alterations - Nordstrom and Rack (at least if you are a cardholder), Uniqlo, Banana Republic used to. I’m not sure what other alterations they offer, but hemming is usually covered.
A very petite friend recently discovered Uniqlo and was happy to find a few skirts that fit her well with no alterations.

I did not know this about Uniqlo! Thank you.