Hi,Has anyone found a pretty bralette for larger sizes. Im 16+. Im a bit tired of sports bra. Not ready for prosthetics so those bras are out. Ive sometimes resorted to the utilitarian do up front mastectomy bra. Meh. I can sometimes get away with a pretty camisole but one side of my chest swing about a bit. Not ideal for social occassions. I bought a bonds one which is ok. Where are the pretty ones? A walk in Bras and Things is pretty pointless. Where are the mastectomy bras in there? Call themselves a bra specialist....Ok so this is not the most pressing problem. Still

My breast care nurse suggested one website she said it’s good and reasonable. I have not bought a bra from it but it’s looking good. . Hope it helps. 😀

I've found it much easier these days to step in and out of crop tops rather than get things over my head. No matter the exercise I do, I just don't have the flexibility to manage over the head now.

Update: im trialling a few things. First one I received in post is a yoga crop top. I liked the look of this. You still couldnt wear with a more sheer work top. I was skeptical because it has a shelf bra and might be tight but no, quite comfy. Has the usual foam sort of cups, easily removed, not sure a prosthetic would fit and i have yet to try it.

I am with you @MicheleR. I too have resorted to the 'do up front but no shape things' as the local bra fitting specialist shop just won't get any stock in (think she is nearing retirement) ! I have hunted high and low for a pretty camisole to use with my prosthesis but they are not around that I can find. I am about to try the internet but sizes can vary soooooo much ..... Let us know if you find anything.

Hi @MicheleR Not sure where in SA you are but there are some good places. I believe the shop in Marden Shopping Centre are excellent - someone told me that she is willing to put the closed sign on so mastectomy customers have privacy but I can't verify that. There's also a shops at Blackwood and Burnside that carry a range of products. SA Mobile Breast Care will come to your home with Amoena products and they have regional days - Broken Hill, Port Pirie, Whyalla, etc. If you don't want full-on prosthetics, you can use a soft-form or I think one of the community organisations down at Victor make knitted knockers. Do be aware though, particularly if you're a bit larger breasted, it's important to balance the weight to avoid back issues.

Anyone discovered a pretty bralette for larger slightl missing chest?

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MicheleR
Member
5 years ago
Thanks @Locksley. I just downloaded a sewing pattern, maybe ill fiddle around to try and sew a soft bra. Im having trouble with the band around the bottom with normal style bras, they ride up painfully. Id like something in a colour other than brown too.

I bought a lacy comfort bra from bigw which looks a bit hideous but who knows.

Some bras are quite expensive so if they hurt youve done your dough.
Locksley
Member
5 years ago
Hi Michelle Geneovieve is the lady I got my prosesthis and beige bra from. She had some pretty bras. I got a plain camisole from her as well.
MicheleR
Member
5 years ago
Hi @June1952 ,

There are some nice camisoles around but as you say no support in them. Maybe i'll attempt to sew a cup in one side.

I just have 1 boob i havent given up living yet! Why shouldnt i have pretty underwear?

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June1952
Member
5 years ago
I am with you @MicheleR. I too have resorted to the 'do up front but no shape things' as the local bra fitting specialist shop just won't get any stock in (think she is nearing retirement) ! I have hunted high and low for a pretty camisole to use with my prosthesis but they are not around that I can find. I am about to try the internet but sizes can vary soooooo much ..... Let us know if you find anything.

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Anyone discovered a pretty bralette for larger slightl missing chest?

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