The ultimate bra guide for every breast size

wide-wound

Klubnick notes that most of us have wide-set breasts as opposed to close-set. Broad chests are often referred to as east-west. Broad breasts “point outward rather than front and center. “The nipples are usually pointed outward, and there’s space between your breasts on the chest (usually three finger-length spaces in between),” says Peaslee. Klubnick says that wide-set breasts The tissue begins at or near the bottom of the arm.

Peaslee recommends a bra that includes side support fabric and wide sides, which can help center and draw the breasts in, such as Ushuaia Curvy Bra ($160). She also recommends looking for bras with front closures, eg Forever Front Closure Underwire Bra ($110), to help pull breasts in. Front closure bras “help reduce the gap between your breasts and center them,” explains Peaslee. Another great option is the plunge bra, or racerback bra, which can help center the breast tissue.

For those with broad-set full breasts, Kalbnick recommends demi bras, balconettes and full-coverage bras. “These bra sizes feature high gores, wide straps and lots of lift without any extra padding.” she says Spacer Balconette Bra ($45), Unlined Lace Bra ($45) and Minimizer bra ($45) are good options for this combination.

Wide-set and low-volume breasts will pair well with push-up bras or T-shirt bras, Kalbnick says. This bra size, like All day no-wire push up bra ($45) or T-shirt bra ($45), says Kalbnick, “will add a hint of volume and lots of lift, bringing your full bust forward and focusing on your frame.”