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Frustration with finding a bra!

Barbara Mom of 5 — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 22:44:42 GMT

It is so hard to find a supportive, non-formed (unlined), underwire bra! I don't do well with buying bras online as I prefer to try them on first. Every single bra at Victoria's Secret is formed, and at least 95% of the bras in most department stores such as JCPenney and Kohls are the kind with formed cups! The only unformed underwire bras I've found are for sizes much larger than what I wear.

I wish there was a locally owned lingerie store staffed by knowledgeable ladies nearby, but there isn't. Clearly, many people must like the bras with the formed cups, but they do not fit me well and it seems like that's really all that's around anymore.

So frustrating.

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catmama — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 22:56:09 GMT

Have you tried Soma? I'm like you, couldn't find a comfortable formed bra. Went to Soma and I really like their bras. Great fit and the women there know what their doing when it comes to fitting you. I asked why do you recommend the formed bras and her answer was "modesty". When you get to a certain age, you don't want to look like you're not wearing a bra, especially if you're busty.

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scotnovel — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 22:58:50 GMT

Have you tried the basic Playtex 18 hour type varieties? They aren't underwire, but come in all sizes and several different styles and are not formed so they fit better. Most aren't very fancy, although some are a little more than others, but I've worn a couple of their styles for years and when I try something else I always go back.

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Caligurll — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 22:59:45 GMT

Yes, I agree with catmama, it is a modesty issued. I prefer the unlined ones because they can add bulk, but modesty wins out for me.

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Barbara Mom of 5 — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 23:20:48 GMT

I don't live near a Soma but I am travelling next month to an area where I am sure there would be one. I can wait till then.

Thank you, ladies.

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NickNack — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 00:03:06 GMT

Have you tried Wacoal? I have several of theirs that aren't formed. They fit me better than any other brand. I'm a 32C.

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Candy — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 00:38:30 GMT

Jocky has a whole new concept in fitting bras. You purchase a kit with "cups", you then find the correct fitting cup, measure yourself, put the two numbers down and you have your "new size". My bras fit me like they were custom made. For the first time in my life I have perfect fitting bras. Love, love, love them. I am fairly small and wear a 3/30. Check it out at Jocky.com.

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Goldenmoher — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 03:04:39 GMT

I agree with NickNack, I wear mostly Wacoal but have a couple of Soma as well. No formed bras for me. A bra fitter in a better department store can lead you to the right one, good luck!

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Zoologist_1 — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 03:09:11 GMT

I'd LOVE to find a formed bra that doesn't make a 'shelf' out of my girls. I want the bra to fit snugly between 'em, and those formed ones, well, just don't.

Try Playtex Secrets Style #4422. Unlined, uber comfy, forget you have it on kinda bra.

Regular misses sizes and in fuller figure ones, too. I wear 40C, and can do either the regular or the fuller size - they fit me perfectly, so I buy the CHEAPER priced ones in the regular size section.

I only buy 'em at Kohl's when I have a 20% or 30% off promo code or coupon, and when they're on sale. Super-great! Last forever!

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Annabellethecat66 — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 03:10:13 GMT

I feel your pain! I'm 68 years old and a few years ago I found the best bra for me. It was with those people who sold bras, etc on QVC (forget their name).

Then suddenly they stopped making the bra. Then they are no longer on QVC!

I bought so many bras (even had to go down a size to get lots of them. I have enough to last a few years, but as we all know bras aren't known for longevity.

I hope you are able to find something that works. I dread having to find a new kind of bra.

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HonnyBrown — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 03:13:09 GMT

Check your town for a locally owned bra store. They are usually hidden away, but you can find them.

Also, take a trip to Nordstroms. They have an excellent bra section with very knowledgeable fitters.

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Lyn08 — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 03:16:15 GMT

annabellethecate:

"I feel your pain! I'm 68 years old and a few years ago I found the best bra for me. It was with those people who sold bras, etc on QVC (forget their name)."

Do you mean Breezies bras? They have several bras listed on QVC.com at this time. I own some with underwires and some wire-free.

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GusMo — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 03:17:41 GMT

I might have to try Soma, though I'll have yo wait until I'm near one. The Jockey concept is interesting, though. I'm sooooo tired of uncomfortable bras!

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betteb — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 03:21:53 GMT

Olga Style #35002

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Kitlynn — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 03:22:30 GMT

Victoria Secret has a no wire under wire that is wonderful!

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Annabellethecat66 — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 03:23:01 GMT

Yes, Breezies. These are underwire. I love them. They're all cotton and the boo, b fits in them (sorry, only way I can think to describe them.

I have a bit of a tummy so it separates the middle pretty good for me! Ha! Hey! You work with what you've got....right?

But because they are all cotton, they aren't going to last forever. I have never found any that fits the cup that well.

Funny side note: Because I bought up all of the ones in my size I even went down a size. Can I say ("Fat Back"). It works when I wear a loose fitting sweater. It also works because I tend to not overeat (I told you things run together, i.e. belly, bo, obs.....), while wearing the smaller size.

Oh! What we women go through! Good grief! If I'd known then what I know now....who am I kidding, I'd have done a lot the same!

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granddi — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 03:27:30 GMT

THIS IS NOT A BRA by Warner...from Kohls

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Apple Crisp — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 05:28:48 GMT

I used to wear a Breezie's bra that is no longer made. After trying about 30 different bras on and nothing working, I went to Dillard's and got measured and fitted by them. I am now very happily wearing a Wacoal bra that is not formed and has a very comfortable underwire. I found out that my correct bra size was lower but my cup size was larger. Macy's online also sells Wacoal and I have bought some from them.

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Nana5 — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 05:28:52 GMT

I don't think anyone mentioned this product ( A314820| Smart Cups Bra Inserts)

I, too, want a non-padded bra because I don't need anything extra up there. Until I discovered the Smart Cups Bra Inserts, I wore double layers or tops with lots of texture to take care of the modesty issues. I wear these inserts every time I put on a bra (I like Wacoal bras) and they add no noticeable thickness but they do take care of the modesty problems.

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3blackdogs — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 17:22:01 GMT

Wacol BodySuede. Actually worth the price. Lasts forever!!