Best Bras for Wide-Set Breasts
Discover bras designed to flatter wide-set breasts with proper cup placement and natural cleavage.
Understanding Wide-Set Breasts
Wide-set breasts have significant space between them at the center of the chest. The breast root (where breast tissue attaches to the chest wall) is positioned toward the outer edges. This affects how bras fit and what styles work best.
Signs You Might Have This:
- •Gap between breasts at the center of chest
- •Center gore of bras lifts off sternum
- •Cups tend to push breasts further apart
- •Inner edge of cups may gap or wrinkle
- •Difficulty creating natural cleavage
- •Breasts naturally point outward
What to Look For in a Bra
Low/Narrow Center Gore
Sits flat against sternum without riding on breast tissue
Plunge Neckline
Accommodates natural spacing while allowing breasts to move toward center
Inner Side Slings
Gently guides breast tissue toward center for a closer appearance
Flexible Cups
Molds to your natural shape rather than forcing a specific position
Wide-Set Straps
Matches natural breast placement and prevents slipping
Recommended Bra Styles
Plunge Bra
Low center gore that lies flat between wide-set breasts
Best for: V-necklines, creating centered appearance
Balconette Bra
Horizontal cup cut that works with natural positioning
Best for: Everyday wear, lower necklines
Side Support Bra
Inner slings that guide tissue toward center
Best for: Creating cleavage, fuller appearance
Bralette
Flexible fit that adapts to natural shape
Best for: Comfort, loungewear, light support
Strapless Plunge
Low front with grip strips for stability
Best for: Special occasions, formal wear
Common Mistakes to Avoid
✗Choosing full coverage with tall gore
→Opt for plunge or low-gore styles that lie flat
✗Buying bras to 'push together'
→Work with your natural shape; focus on support and comfort
✗Ignoring cup shape
→Wide-set breasts often need more open cups that don't force tissue inward
✗Choosing centered straps
→Wide-set straps match your natural breast position better
✗Settling for gapping gores
→A lifted gore indicates wrong style; try plunge cuts
Fitting Tips for Wide-Set Breasts
- 1Look for bras with center gores less than 1.5 inches tall
- 2Plunge styles with center gores under 1 inch work best for very wide spacing
- 3Side support panels can help create a more centered appearance
- 4Check that the gore lies flat against your sternum
- 5Avoid pushup bras that try to force cleavage - they may gap at the center
- 6Stretch lace cups conform better to wide-set positioning
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my bra gore never lie flat?
If your bra gore lifts off your sternum, the style isn't designed for wide-set breasts. Try plunge bras with shorter, narrower center gores.
Can I create cleavage with wide-set breasts?
Yes, but it requires the right bra style. Side support bras with inner slings can gently guide breast tissue toward the center. Avoid forcing cleavage with tight push-ups.
Should I size down to bring breasts together?
No - sizing down creates fitting problems without fixing the spacing issue. Focus on styles designed for wide-set breasts instead.
What necklines work best for wide-set breasts?
V-necks, scoop necks, and sweetheart necklines complement wide-set breasts. Halter tops can also work well with the right bra.
Are bralettes good for wide-set breasts?
Yes! Bralettes with stretch lace or flexible construction naturally accommodate wide spacing without forcing breast tissue into unnatural positions.
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