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Binders

Discussion in 'General Support and Advice' started by Exoskeleton, Mar 19, 2013.

  1. Exoskeleton

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    So, up until a couple of days ago I didn't know that garments specifically designed to conceal breasts were even a thing. Now that I know they are, though, I really want one and want to know how to go about it.

    I've fished around the internet for a little and stumbled into a few problems.

    For one, how exactly do binders work and what are all these different types about?

    Secondly, what can I really expect out of a binder? They sound too good to be true, especially for me. I'm a DD cup (or a DDD, depending on the manufacturer). If I'm remembering correctly, my bust measurement is like 47 inches. Will a binder conceal these things, or just make them a little smaller?

    And lastly, where can I get one that will fit and what's the general price range?
     
  2. Maddy

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    They're basically compression garments, and mostly look like tank tops or crop tops. Sort of like those compression underwear you get to flatten your stomach, but stronger.

    I'm a similar chest size to you, and a binder doesn't get me flat, but it reduces my chest a lot. If I wear it with one or two sports bras that are too small underneath, that helps.
     
  3. nikom87

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    They mostly have to be purchased online. A company called Underworks sells some that are pretty popular. They seem to be in the US$30 to US$100 price range depending on where you buy them. Like Maddy said, they won't enable a larger chest to get completely flat, but you can always layer shirts and what not. Also, I like to remind myself that no one's chest is totally flat anyway. People have muscle and tissue there regardless.

    They aren't usually what you'd call comfortable, and its not a good idea to wear them too long at a time (<8 hours). They are safer than ace bandages though, and compress better than a sports bra by itself.
     
  4. Exoskeleton

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    Thanks, guys.