NDR: Weird sized bras

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If you have an uncommon bra size, where do you shop that doesn't cost a fortune?  I'm a 34DD as measured by a lingerie person.  I've never had to buy a cup size this big before, and I've gotten into new territory.  My chest is like my nose I guess; never stops growing.  I bought three new bras yesterday because I just couldn't take it anymore, but the closest I could get at Target was 36D, so it still doesn't fit exactly right.  A million times better than what I was wearing, but not perfect.  There were plenty of 34Cs and plenty of 40DDs, but nothing in between.  I really don't want to spend $50 per bra, but I want something industrial strength since dainty lacy things aren't going to cut it on these suckers.  Any suggestions?

ETA: I've never shopped for underwear online; is that my only option for a ~$20 bra now that I'm out of the standard sizes carried at Target?  I prefer shopping in person because I feel like I can judge comfort better that way, but not if it means I have to go somewhere really expensive.

[sjh722]

Don't buy bras at target, lol. Sorry. I am a reformed target bra buyer.

I have several from Macy's that were $35 - $45. (they may have been on sale.) It really is worth it to buy decent bras when you are chesty. They fit a lot better and give you a nicer shape under your clothes. I wash in a lingerie bag on gentle and my current bras has lasted 1.5 years and are still in pretty good shape.

[Deleted]

That is my size as well the only place I have ever been able to find them (besides a specialized lingerie shoe) is JcPenny.

[Deleted]

:*( Sigh. I don't wanna pay $45 for a bra.

[teeah22]

VS carries that size.

[TBM]

I am lucky...I live right by an outlet mall with a bali-hanes-someone else I can't remember store. They have sales all the time, so I don't think I have paid more than $17.99 per bra, except for a really good exercise bra.

Before the outlet store was there, I paid full price or slightly discounted for sales prices at Macy's or Nordstrom. Worth every penny though.

[sierramist03]

I buy bras at vs and I'm a 36dd

[boiler717]

Nordstroms for sure.

[TBM]

Jan 28, 2013 21:16:54 GMT -5 sierramist03 said:

I buy bras at vs and I'm a 36dd

I feel like theirs wear out faster than other brands.  I thought maybe it was just me, but three of my friends and my daughter said the same thing, so maybe I am not imagining things....who knows.

[Deleted]

I have the feeling VS and Nordstroms are out of my desired price range LOL, but I never set foot in them because they strike me as out of my price range on pretty much everything, so who knows? First up though will be the outlet mall Bali when I make it out there next (thanks TBM). I'll limp by with a couple of 36Ds and my old ones until then. The 36Ds are such an improvement over what I did have that perhaps it won't be too bad if it takes me a few weeks to get up there. Thanks!

[sjh722]

Jan 28, 2013 21:38:36 GMT -5 TBM said:

Jan 28, 2013 21:16:54 GMT -5 sierramist03 said:

I buy bras at vs and I'm a 36dd

I feel like theirs wear out faster than other brands.  I thought maybe it was just me, but three of my friends and my daughter said the same thing, so maybe I am not imagining things....who knows.

I don't care for their bras either. Not worth the price to me.

I think I have a few Bali bras and they've worn very well - if you have an outlet nearby maybe you'll get lucky.

[boiler717]

I would at least go get fitted at Nordstrom's for free. I would not be surprised if you are a different size. The first time I got a real, professional bra fitting (not VS, LB, etc) I went down 3 band sizes and up like 5 cup sizes. It made a world of difference.

[Deleted]

I did get measured by the lingerie lady at Macy's. I have heard good things about the Nordstrom measuring people though. Lord help me if I need to move up anymore cup sizes. I'm gonna start considering surgery if that happens (already considering it half-heartedly; I miss the days of dainty-for-me C cups so much!).

[emoflamingo]

Trust me, a good $$ bra is the base for everything you put over the top of it. EVERYTHING will fit better.

I wear a 32DDDDDD (I have to check every time to make sure I have enough Ds lol), so I spend at least $80 on a bra at barenecessities. I was wearing a 34DD (before I was fitted at a 32DDD and before baby #2) and I used to buy them at VS mostly, just because I had the Angels card. You can sometimes find them at TJ Maxx/Marshall's, but not often.

[boiler717]

Jan 28, 2013 22:05:26 GMT -5 @juno said:

I did get measured by the lingerie lady at Macy's. I have heard good things about the Nordstrom measuring people though. Lord help me if I need to move up anymore cup sizes. I'm gonna start considering surgery if that happens (already considering it half-heartedly; I miss the days of dainty-for-me C cups so much!).

I think Nordstrom's would be better. I did a quick search online and they ha several bras in your size for $25. They will look online for sale stuff for you in store and ship to your home for free. Their returns are amazing -- you could wear for 2 months and decide you don't like it and they would take it back. It's so worth it for their service.

I sympathize with you on cup size! I'm a JJ so I have a super limited selection but Nordies really helps.

[munkii]

You can also shop the Bali outlet online if you decide to go that route: www.onehanesplace.com/

ETA: fixed the link. Agree with TBM about trying stuff on first, though.

[TBM]

Jan 28, 2013 22:26:10 GMT -5 munkii said:

You can also shop the Bali outlet online if you decide to go that route:

This is true, but I highly recommend trying on different styles and finding what works for you before shopping online.  They all fit differently.

[emjacobs]

I'm a 35ddd which means I usually have to size down to a 34ddd. I can only find bras at high dollar lingerie stores. It sucks but when I spend $75 on a bra I know it will last forever.

[Deleted]

Even Macy's doesn't have the selection that Nordstrom, or Intimacy, does.
I thought I was a 40DD or DDD for years.
Nope, I am a 36K (or DDDDDDDD), per the lady at Nordstrom, and I look 100x better.
I order mine from Bravissimo, HerRoom and Figleaves

ETA: I also found a style I like that they carry on Amazon. I spend ~$35, even for my ridiculous size.

[magdala]

I am a 38F (American) which is also a 38DDD American or a 38E in English sizing. I order from Figleaves too. Nordstroms and Macys sometimes carry my size. Intimacy (pricey) also carries my size. I spent years having back issues and shoulder issues. When I got porperly fitted for a bra, I went from a 40C to a 38F and now have very few back and shoulder issues. Yes, I am spending large sums on bras however I am no longer spending large sums on chiropractors and masseuses.

[sierramist03]

Jan 28, 2013 21:38:36 GMT -5 TBM said:

Won't lie I haven't bought bras in years. I don't dry them.

[mrs.jacinthe]

Another vote for a Nordstroms fitting. They have some reasonably priced bras. The one I'm currently wearing was only $35.

[adhdfashion]

Jan 28, 2013 22:36:40 GMT -5 @mrsspunky said:

Even Macy's doesn't have the selection that Nordstrom, or Intimacy, does.
I thought I was a 40DD or DDD for years.
Nope, I am a 36K (or DDDDDDDD), per the lady at Nordstrom, and I look 100x better.
I order mine from Bravissimo, HerRoom and Figleaves

ETA: I also found a style I like that they carry on Amazon. I spend ~$35, even for my ridiculous size.

We are Boob twins! I buy my bras off of lindasonline and amazon. 

[orval]

I wear a 34DDD and have found the Bali bras at Kohls in this size. They often have sales on them.

[auntie]

34DD isn't that odd a size. My mother is a 34DD and she buys almost all her bras at Marshall's. Last time we shopped she got a couple of Lilyette minimizers for $12.99 and a Wacoal for $19.99. She also shops her local Bali-Leggs-Hanes Outlet.

You can also shop online through Bali-Leggs-Hanes.
www.onehanesplace.com/

[thewop]

Try TJ Maxx or Marshalls. I got some GOOD bras there not too long ago for $20 or less. It's a pain because you have to sift through the junk and try on 100 of them, but it's worth it.

[kermit]

I see that size all the time. I wear 32DDD so I have to buy mine at figleaves.com or barenecessities.com. 34DD shouldn't be hard to find though.

[ktzmoh]

I echo the people urging you to go to Nordstrom to have a good fitting and invest in some good bras. they are good there. I am not chesty (in fact ,the opposite, but it can be just as hard to find properly fitting bras when you are nearly non-existent). If you invest in a few good bras- you will be comfortable and confident and happy. Once you find a brand and a size that really works for you, you can hunt around online for sales or specials, but do your girls a favor and get some good bras.

[adlove]

I totally feel you, I'm a 30D which is nearly impossible to find. Let me tell you, when you find a good bra that actually fits like it's meant to, you will be willing to pay any amount of money for it! (Ok, at least I was!)

Another vote for going to Nordstrom, I have had a fitting at Macy's and it was way off.