So, I'm a female who would rather not have boobs...

Quite true. Thanks

 

Are there no USA companies that make binders? I've looked and can find only ones that are based in Asia.

 

If I had the tools, we'd be in business! lol. Yeah...I guess Asia does have more concern for females who want to bind. I liked their binder models lol. They should make ones that have a pattern or something. The site had zip/velcro/hook/pull-over choices. Interesting, I didn't realise there was more than one style. I liked the shortie pull-overs best. I may or may not get one...I usually wait out purchases like this to see if it's just something that is really really bothering me at the moment, a "phase" or something I truly need to have to function better.

EDIT: I swapped my "gender" to androgynous...maybe that fits me better than plain female. Not sure the difference between genderqueer and androgynous. They seem similar if not the same term.

 

yeah i looked over their site and it looked like they were all for male use in particular. they looked strange. they're in the US, but not exactly what I need. I think I'm more apprehensive or nervous to get a binder than anything. Kind of like I'm finally admitting to something or giving to another thing. I want one, but it's that apprehension that stops me...make sense?

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btw thanks for sticking around this thread and being so helpful with your replies. i didn't know how this would go when I decided to make my first thread. everyone that has posted has been helpful and i'm kind of liking this EC community Helps to have a safe site where you can get real answers to questions you've had but have been afraid or ashamed to ask.

 

Hey Chimera. Well if nothing else, it's nice to know I'm not the only female who dislikes having boobs! Yeah, I too wear a compression sports bra as I've stated earlier and it works to make them evened out and not two bumps (can't think of how to explain it lol). I refuse to wear a "real bra" as my mom used to call them. She and my sister tried to convert me into a girly girl...but you can't change who you are on the inside.

I was researching binders and from a few reviews I read was that for small chested persons, such as ourselves, it worked much the same as a sports bra. One reviewer even said she thought it made her look bigger chested, but then again that is a self-opinion and won't be true for everyone. I may one day get one...but i'd still just rather not have them at all lol.

As for hips...can't offer much there unfortunately. I have bigger thighs because I cycle and run, but I guess my hips are average in that I'm not a drastic pear shape, you know? Try looking for hip/thigh specific toning exercises maybe?? Anyway...yeah.

HAHA...wondered if anyone would get that reference :icon_wink

 

What sports bra do you wear that works for you? I've been wearing Nike pro sports compression, but if you found something that is better...

btw. What's "ace" for your orientation? Haven't heard of that before.

 

Thanks for the clarification. Well then by that definition, I'm asexual. I'm thinking figuring it (whatever it might be) out takes a while and is subject to change even once you do have it "all figured out."

Yeah for me, Nike Compression bras work quite well. I wear a medium b/c the small hugs too tightly on my ribcage...even after stretching. I feel it flattens my chest enough for me to go about the day. I can't really feel it while I'm wearing it. Try it out and see what you think! This is the style I've bought...though something weird with the colours, the grey one, I feel, has more compression than the black ones I own. Weird, I know, but apparently the colour makes a difference?? idk Nike Store. Nike Pro Victory Compression Sports Bra

Maybe the male compressors would...idk. I was reading on a site for binding tips, that an UnderArmour compression shirt will work fairly good for small chested females. Not sure how much flattening power it would have, but I might try one on next time I hit the sports shop.

Ditto. I've got some non-muscle spots on my thighs to work off, but (pardon my ego for a moment) my calves however are killer. Pure muscle...love it! I just like being fit. Hiking is fun if you've got somewhere beautiful to explore. Yeah a perk of cycling and martial arts is that I have been able to leg press 450lbs+ last time I went to an actual gym in my teens. I tend to stay away from gyms and do isometric workouts or let nature be my gym. Some are surprised at just how many exercises you can accomplish just outdoors without having the big, expensive machines. Using your own weight as a counterweight really helps or a small child sitting on you haha...I used to use my lil bro when he was a toddler for doing pushups, squats, etc. He thought it was great fun

LOL T-Rex

 

Katniss. I wouldn't double up on sports bras. They won't make you flat as you want, and it might be even more constrictive than a binder and much less comfortable. I've not gotten a binder yet, but am checking reviews posted on YouTube and on binder sites (not underworks...it's meant for males). You might be able to find some on ebay or amazon. I have seen a few listed for sale there but not the one I want. There is a "sport bra" binder on one site...can't remember the name of it, but it was an over-the-head kind and looked just like a regular sports bra. A little longer perhaps, but "normal" looking despite. I might try that one

I'm glad that my issue is not unique to just me...that'd be depressing lol

Yeah...boobs are annoying :icon_roll and I don't think I'll ever think differently about them haha. oh well. I don't have to like them and wearing a binder is my own business. I'd say that if you want to wear a binder...just get it or you'll be like me and wonder and wonder for months on end if you should get one or shouldn't. I just need to do it.

Look for the other thread I made "Binder Questions" I think that's what I called it, and one poster gave some good binder suggestions. I'm happy to attempt to answer any questions you have or whatever Hope all this makes sense...im not going to review it before posting lol *too lazy tonight*

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ps. noticed you're new here...me too and so are a lot of ppl. So :welcome:

EC is pretty cool and a great place to bounce ideas off other ppl's heads instead of keeping them inside your own head. It's helped me make sense of wanting a flat chest haha

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This is the thread that answered some of my questions about binders...maybe will answer some of yours http://emptyclosets.com/forum/support-advice/64217-binder-questions.html

 

I'm glad the threads helped you too!

Yeah start there that way you might find one cheaper, but the sizing will always be an issue. You've just got to measure twice and go by what the online sizing chart says and hope it's right ;P

There is a market, but it's underground. Know what I mean? Nobody really talks about it because the ppl that wear them bc they are FtM don't want ppl to know they have it on - but the ppl that wear it bc they don't like having a chest (much like FtM's) don't want anyone to know they're wearing one either. I have high doubt that there will ever be a store that would have them available to be fitted...and if there ever was such a store it'd prolly be just one and in NY or some big city like that lol

And no...you're definitely not alone in this! I thought I was until I got on EC and realised at least one other person had mutual feelings on this topic lol.

here to answer or at least try to help ya anytime