If you have larger breasts, finding the perfect bra can be a challenge. It’s not easy to perfect the trifecta of comfort, support, and lift. When bra shopping, you may find that bras that offer great coverage and lift often feel constricting and stuffy. On the other hand, those that feel light and comfortable might not offer you the support you need throughout the day. If you’ve been having trouble finding the best plus size bra, look no further! Together, we’ll explore how to measure your size for the perfect fit, and the best plus size bras for every category.
Here at ThirdLove, we consider bras with a cup size of DD or larger to be plus size. We make this distinction as we realize how important it is to provide additional support, coverage, and lift for those with larger breasts. While we offer all our silhouettes in these larger cup sizes, we made sure to accommodate for the additional support needed through features such as wider bands and additional rows of hook-and-eye closures. When you purchase a plus size bra at ThirdLove, you can be sure that we’ve paid attention to all the details to make the fit as comfortable as possible for each size.
Finding the best plus-size bras doesn't need to be complicated. As with all other bras, the first - and most important - step is to find your bra size. We believe that there are limitations to measuring your bra size at home and always recommend that you start by taking our quick online Fitting Room Quiz. You’ll answer a couple of questions based on your current bra, and we’ll match you with the perfect size! If you want to get measured in person, you can also get professionally measured by Fit Stylists at our stores. While measuring yourself with a tape measure is not the most accurate method, if you really want to put your DIY skills to the test, follow along and we’ll show you how to measure your size at home.
To measure your bra size, get a soft measuring tape and wear a non-padded, soft bra.
One of the highest priorities of a plus-size bra is to provide ample lift, separation, and support to larger breasts comfortably. Adequate support prevents bad form, back strain, and overall discomfort. While most women with larger cups may feel that they can only wear underwire bras, a well designed wireless bra will also provide you with ample support, so you can truly go off preference. Let’s learn more about wireless and underwire bras to help you decide.
Many wireless bras come in simple alpha sizing (small, medium, large, ect) which are not supportive enough for those with larger breasts, especially those that wear small band and large cup sizes. You may have given up hope on finding a suitable wireless bra, but fret not - a well designed wireless bra can actually be an excellent everyday choice for even those with larger breasts! Our Form 360 Fit™ Wireless Bra is a great example of a bra that was designed with larger cups in mind. Using Precise Size™ technology, we offer 3 times as many sizes as your average bra retailer does, with + and ++ sizes to accommodate for larger breasts. Try a well designed wireless bra like this, and you will find that it offers plenty of support, lift, and comfort, sans wire.
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Underwire bras are excellent for those looking for extra support, smoothing, and lift. Despite popular misconceptions, underwire bras aren’t always pokey or uncomfortable. In fact, find a well designed underwire bra in your perfect size, and you’ll forget that you even have it on.
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ThirdLove strives to ensure that every woman finds their perfect fit, paying close attention to size, shape, and comfort. As a result, we carry over 60 sizes, offering every woman the opportunity to look and feel amazing.
This is the holy grail everyday bra for those with larger cups, providing excellent coverage and support without compromising style. Featuring no-slip adjustable memory foam straps, smoothing sides, and comfy poke-free flexible underwire, this bra molds to your shape, ensuring maximum comfort while highlighting your shape.
This modern minimizer bra is an excellent addition to your top drawer for those moments you want to minimize and smooth your shape. The no-foam cups comfortably reduce your bust by two inches, and it features ultra-smooth and breathable fabric all around. You can also adjust the straps and convert the bra to an X-back for more options.
The smoothing, sculpting nature of this wireless minimizer bra comfortably reduces your bust by two inches, with the wireless "life zones" offering exceptional support and lift. The lightweight, breathable fabric and the seamless design hide underneath your clothes and keep you fresh all day.
Looking to highlight your natural shape? This airy, everyday bra is excellent for those who prefer unlined bras. Its foam-free, double-layer cups offer excellent separation and moderate nipple coverage. It’s silky material and flexible underwire truly gives it a barely-there feel.
Shopping for plus size bras can be tiring, with you walking out of most stores empty-handed. At ThirdLove, we offer 60 different sizes and thoughtfully design our bras for each size so that everyone can find their perfect fit. Chat online with one of our Fit Experts to find the best bra for you!
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