A minimizer bra compresses the breasts to make them look smaller and more proportional. They are popular with plus size women, but some find them uncomfortable or unflattering. It’s important to get the right size and fit.
A minimizer bra is a bra that makes the bust look smaller and gives you a slimmer silhouette. In general, a minimizer bra works by using strong material to compress the breasts and hold them tighter against the body, making them look one or even two cup sizes smaller. Unlike many compression sports bras, minimizer bras should not distort the individual shape of the breasts and are therefore generally more attractive under clothing.
Many women of all different shapes wear minimizer bras to minimize the appearance of large breasts and keep their figure more proportional. They are especially popular with plus size women who want a smoother, petite shape. It is quite common for a woman to wear both a minimizer bra and other shapewear, such as a tummy control garment, under dress clothes for work or special events. Even without additional shapewear, wearing a minimizer bra can make shirts looser and more comfortable in the bust area and can prevent embarrassing mishaps like popped buttons or ripped seams.
However, some women choose to steer clear of minimizer bras despite the apparent benefits. Some find the compression too uncomfortable to be worth the visual difference of just a few inches. Others find they don’t like the “squashed” look they get and decide it makes their bust look less proportional than with a regular bra. Still others are put off by the price, which can range from about the same as regular bras to double or even triple the price, depending on the material, brand, and construction.
Sometimes it’s hard to find the right size when shopping for a minimizer bra, because many women forget that these bras fit a little differently than regular bras and end up accidentally buying the wrong size. Other women select the correct size at first, but then choose a size that is too large because the tightness of the fit feels uncomfortable after wearing just regular bras. Many stores have assistants who fit customers to obtain bras free of charge. Even when planning to shop online, it may be a good idea to get professionally measured first to avoid having to go through costly and time-consuming returns and exchanges by mail. Size charts are also available, usually both in stores and online, which can help choose the correct size as long as body measurements are taken accurately.
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