Plus-size bras, new collection
Plus-size bras include underwired, full-coverage, balconette, moulded, minimiser and bralette styles, catering for wide back sizes and larger cup sizes.
Elomi and Freya, British brands of the Wacoal group, focus on larger cups; the full-coverage style supports the whole breast under a thin t-shirt, and the plus-size bralette, with no underwire, is ideal for laid-back days.
A well-chosen plus size bra supports the bust without marking the shoulders or riding up at the back: it's all about the band size and the cup depth. Lisca, Triumph, Fantasie and Wacoal offer options for larger cups.
Bra size for plus size: band and cup
The band size is measured under the bust, with the tape flat; the cup size is derived from the difference with the bust measurement, taken at the fullest part. A band that rides up at the back is too big; straps that dig into the shoulders often indicate a band that is too loose, leaving the weight on the straps.
Underwire, balconette, moulded or minimiser: which plus size bra
The underwired bra supports and separates the bust; the balconette lifts it up under a square neckline; the moulded cup style remains smooth under a thin t-shirt. The minimiser bra visually reduces the volume of the bust, which is handy under a button-down shirt.
Sports bras and plus size bralette
The wireless bralette, which is softer, is worn at home or at night; for running or training, a plus size sports bra limits the movement of the bust.
Matching your plus size bra to your outfit
Under a white top, a nude bra is less visible than a white one; under a dress with thin straps or a bustier, a style with detachable straps can be worn as a bandeau.
Affordable plus size bras: sales and Black Friday
Women's sales and Black Friday at the end of November lower prices on cheap bras; other plus size clothing and women's underwear complete the selection. Fast delivery and best price guaranteed.
