How To Dress a Bountiful Chest!

Having big boobs is awesome. They get you into cute bars without waiting in lines, they ensure a tall man (or woman) will always help you reach something on the top shelf at the supermarket and they make fabulous bongo drums should you be in the situation where you require some. 

But having big boobies is not all fun and games, they can be a real handful when trying to find stylish clothing that fit your body properly. So, as a stylist I'm here to give you a few tips of how to dress if you have a bountiful chest! 

Necklines
Okay ladies, let's start with necklines. Necklines are super important when dressing a larger chest. Choosing a flattering neckline can accentuate your shape and slim your frame, but choosing a neckline that doesn't suit your body can make you look much bigger than you really are. 

Here are the best necklines for big boobs!

1. The V-Neck or Deep V-Neck
This would be my first choice for a big busted woman. Wearing a v-neck makes breasts appear shapely but not bulky. They also make the waist appear smaller. 

2. The Scoop Neckline

The scoop neckline is a great choice for a bigger bust. You can still show off your assets but also savour some modesty, making it great for casual outfits. The scoop neck can be partnered with everything from cute skinny jeans to a high waisted skirt. 

3. The Sweetheart Neckline

This is one of my favourite necklines. It usually comes partnered with a 50's vibe but can often be found on a gorgeous bustier. If you do go for a bustier and it has inbuilt cups, make sure you try it on first. If it doesn't fit your boobs, it's not for you!

4. The Strapless

There is a bit of a warning that comes along with this option. Many strapless tops or dresses can be worn with a strapless bra, but I find a strapless bra often doesn't give big chested girls enough support. This is where breast lift tape can be a girl's best friend. You can purchase the breast lift tape here. You stick these 'boob stickers' onto your breasts and pull them up. Once you have positioned your boobs where you want them, smooth the tape down and it holds them in place all night. Fabulous! I would suggest this for all larger busted ladies who are wearing a strapless top, dress or gown, that doesn't have in built cups.

Styling tips for big boobies

1. Flowing or Drape Garments

Wearing a flowing or draped garment can be a problem for girls with a big bust. These clothes are usually made for a straight figure, so if you are going to wear them you have three options to make them look fab! One, belt the garment around the waist (only if the garment's shape and fabric will allow it), two, throw on a cute blazer to shape your figure or three, don't wear it. 

2. Wearing a cute plain t-shirt

If you want to wear a cute plain tee, don't get one with a high neck. Stick to a v neck or a scoop neck that sits tightly around your bust. If it is too baggy it's going to make you look bulky. 

3. High Waisted Bottom Half 

A high waisted skirt can be so flattering too. You can tuck flowing or baggy tops into the skirt to create a beautiful feminine figure.

4. Styling Options For the Cleavage Conscious

A lot of the time (at work and such) it's not really appropriate to wear outfits that show off cleavage, which I think it just really crappola. Why should we have to totally cover up to please other people? I'm not talking about going around with your nips half out but a gorgeous top that shows a womanly shape shouldn't be considered inappropriate. Especially, because when a woman has a big chest almost everything can look 'inappropriate'. There have been times when I have been wearing just a tank top and a friend has said 'jeeze put them away'. Where do you suggest I put them? Should I strap them down like Christina Ricci in 'Now and Then' or should I just resort to wearing turtle necks all year round? Bitch please! It's just another way that our society makes a natural or human element completely taboo. But that's a whole other argument, and this is a fashion blog. Anyway... here are some styling options for women who want to cover up a little. And yes, there is more Kim K. How did this happen?

1. The Cowl Neck Top 

A great option for large boobies, because it gives shape and drapes off the form. Cowl necks come in all different cuts and are usually a really flattering option for most body shapes. They are also easily transitioned from day to night wear. 

2. The slight V Blouse

It's a V-neck but it covers your girls. Again, if it's a floating style, like the one below, it would look best tucked. Or if you don't want to tuck, wear a long necklace that flattens down the fabric. 

3. Key Whole Tops and Blouses

This one is a little cheeky option that you can get away with in the office or at lunch with your boyfriend's mum. It shows a bit of skin, flatters your shape but doesn't give away too much.

Styles To Stay Away From 

1. Flowing tops that aren't tucked or belted 

They will make you look pregnant, which is only okay if you are pregnant. 

2. High necklines

They will make you look too bulky up top and tend not to define your gorgeous body.

3. Block coloured dresses with high necklines

NO! 

Finally don't forget one of the key rules of styling an outfit. If the top of the outfit has a lot of volume, keep the bottom half quite slim and tight and if your top is tight, you can go for a more volumous pant or skirt.

I'm not entirely certain how this post turned into a homage to Kim Kardashian, but hey the girl knows how to dress for her shape. Hope this helped some big busted ladies!

xxx