How to Downplay Large Breasts

Although your well-endowed bustline may be the envy of friends, there are bound to be times when you'd prefer it wasn't the center of attention. A few wardrobe adjustments and you'll have an easy time minimizing a large chest.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Women's Casual Tops
• Women's Dress Shirts
• Women's Dress Sweater

1. Wear well-made and supportive bras. Consider styles that serve to minimize the bustline.

2. Keep tops simple, loose and uncomplicated. Pockets will draw attention to your breasts. Tucking shirts and sweaters at the waist will only enhance your bustline.

3. Wear solid, dark-colored tops. Prints, stripes and patterns will attract eyes to the designs, and therefore to your chest. Light colors will make breasts appear larger.

4. Forget fitted sweaters and any top with spandex. Opt for open-collar and V-neck shirts, which will break up the line from your shoulder to chest.

5. Sport cropped jackets to emphasize your waist. Stick to single-breasted blazers, which can be left unbuttoned to further minimize the bustline. Double-breasted blazers will enhance your chest.

6. Balance your figure with wide-legged pants. Or try an A-line dress that hangs full from the waist.

7. Draw attention away from your chest with a flirty skirt or flattering earrings.

Tips & Warnings

• Stick to what works. When you find a top that gives you the look you're after, consider buying a second one in another color.
• Avoid trying to squeeze into a smaller bra in the hope of flattening out your chest. This can be painful and unhealthy for your breast tissue, back and shoulders.

[kfulff]

on 8/11/2009 I wear a size 44 DDD i have a dress to wear and it has a deep plunge and most of the back is out. i am so frustrated because I have no idea where to check. I have been to so many stores and websites and i am having no luck! Anyone have any suggestions?

[kaurr01in]

on 10/31/2007 i am 5'' 1 in height with size 12DD. I agree with what Lisa said wearing a sports bra make me look flat/ unshapen. I just wanted to know if wearing the silicon bra would help give it a good shape?

on 8/8/2006 Get measured at a department store, and buy measuring tape so you can keep track at home.

on 11/30/2005 I'm an E cup and Ive found a dark color top that doesnt cling is the best way to downplay my breasts.Sports bras just make me look mishapen.I also have some bras that flatten my breasts out but they are uncomfortable and create cleavage starting all the way up under my chin.

on 11/22/2005 Find a store that specializes in lingerie for bridal trousseau's. For those of us with much bigger breasts (I'm a 34-H), we have a tendency to try to make up for the poor fit/ nonexistent bras in our size by purchasing bras to make do with. Try a larger cup with a smaller band, and you might just get it right (I did!). Also, always wear your breasts proudly. After nursing two children for a total of almost 4 years, I realize how wonderful and necessary they really are.