Tips on Dressing for Larger Women Up Top

• The correct size bra is vital for a sleek silhouette. Jupiterimages/Brand X Pictures/Getty Images

  Many top-heavy women make the mistake of wearing clothes that are either too large or too small. Wearing clothes that are too large makes the overall silhouette more bulky than it needs to be and makes the body look larger. Conversely, wearing clothes that are too small enhances any imperfections and makes the body look squeezed and uncomfortable.

Good Foundations

• Clothing always looks and fits better when the right supporting garments are worn underneath. For larger-busted ladies, good support is vital. Choose bras with wide straps that do not dig into the shoulders and have a wider supportive band around the rib cage. The supportive band provides lift. When this fits correctly, the bra will lift and support the breasts without causing strain on the shoulders.

Shirts For A Big Bust

• Choose longer length shirts to lengthen the torso and make the waist look slimmer. Short, square shirts with no shaping have the effect of cutting the body in half, creating a boxy look that shortens the distance between hips and breasts. Aim to buy shirts that have a rectangular body shape and that extend four or five inches below the belly button. Look for nipped in waistlines, which create the flattering hourglass body shape, or darts at the bustline which help the shirt to fit without the fabric pulling or pouching.

Flattering Necklines for Large Breasts

• When choosing dresses, especially those for special occasions, corset bodices offer the best support for large breasts. A V neckline that is not too low will make the neck seem longer without showing too much cleavage, and halter necklines are ideal because they can be adjusted according to how much support is needed.