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By: Just a bunch of links « Be Still, My Beating Heart

Just a bunch of links « Be Still, My Beating Heart — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 15:36:34 +0000

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By: AN

AN — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:50:20 +0000

I’m a busty Asian hourglass and have found that the most supportive bras ever can be ordered online from UK based-Bravissimo (www.bravissimo.com).

Other tips: try any of these necklines – cowl, draped, V, scoop, square, boatneck.
Semi fitted sheaths work great too, as do wrap dresses (with the cami!).

A no-no: I’ve seen busty girls belt dresses and trust me, unless you’re really long waisted, don’t!

By: Sarah

Sarah — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 01:41:48 +0000

I’m sorry but Corporette is right. Single button suits bring the eye right to the area that you are trying to smooth–the bust. More buttons create a long, leaner line. It does not mean you are hiding your waist–that would depend on the shape of the jacket. I think boxy jackets are just plain horrible on everyone so don’t equate a 3-button suit with a matronly box. Look for a curvy jacket that fits without being too sexy for work. A well-fitting 3 button suit will look more professional than a 1 button any day of the week.

By: Ashley

Ashley — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:17:05 +0000

In my experience, oxfords and other button up shirts fit well everywhere but that DREADED gap….

If anyone else has this problem, the best advice my mother gave me was a well placed safety pin. None of this tailoring nonsense; I’m a college student. A safety pin (pinned in such a way so that you don’t see it from the front, takes practice) saves me from gapping and tailoring fees

By: Emily

Emily — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:16:42 +0000

White House Black Market makes AMAZING camis – they are thin material with the built in shelf bra, but with wide straps instead of spaghetti straps. The straps add additional support while hiding bra straps, and the material is thin enough to wear under anything without bulging.

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Thu, 02 Apr 2009 21:11:20 +0000

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By: carissa

carissa — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 22:25:50 +0000

1. absolutley get fitted once a quarter with at least one new bra for your wardrobe.
2. you don’t want the boobs moving around while you are quickly walking to your next meeting. a three seamed (full cup or balcony) cup bra will give good bounce control. a seamfree bra in a tight night top and guaranteed everyone will see the boobage bounce with a quick gait. it is not good.
3. pretty much against minimizing the epitomy of your feminity — your breasts.
4. necklines uber important.
5. i think cheap camis cheapen nice outfits.
6. buttons are the ultimate challenge. i have never found any that are curve following enough not to gape.
7. always when buying things, fit the biggest and hardest to fit portion of your body.
8. awareness is helpful.
9. one button suit jacket/blazer gives the long and lean that a busty woman needs. multiple buttons look stuffed, because they are, stuffed with all our breast fluff.
10. mentors are always inspiring and motivating.

By: LGE

LGE — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 21:09:48 +0000

If you are busty a 1 button suit is the way to go. Elie Tahari makes fabulous ones that typically come with a skirt and pants. They are pricey but you can find them at Off Fifth and other outlets. 3 buttons are asking for trouble – you end up looking boxy. A deep v minimizes the bust – something a 1 button jacket provides. make sure the top you wear under the jacket comes up high enough.

By: A Voluptuous Guide to Professional Dressing | Solicitr

A Voluptuous Guide to Professional Dressing | Solicitr — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:01:01 +0000

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