Quote Originally Posted by CyclaSutra View Post
Speaking of that ... anybody have a favorite D-cup that doesn't look like grandma's bra? It's not good to spill over the top, but so many of the old-school brands only make this size in the matronly version.

I do OK in picking exercise bras, but not everyday double-barreled slingshots.
It had been ages and ages and ages since I had shopped for regular bras. I pretty much just wear what *we* sell. But I decided I wanted to get some traditional "lingerie" bras, since they really do provide a nicer bust line under regular apparel.

On my sister's recommendation, I went to Soma in January. It's the undergarment division of Chico's (and it's usually right next door to Chico's in the mall, with a passage between the two). They have LOTS of different bra styles in plenty of larger cup sizes. I've not been measured for a bra in eons, and although I've gained a little weight, I blithely pulled some 36Ds off the racks and sailed into the dressing rooms. Holy moly;not even close. I walked out of the store with 3 new bras. 36DD, 36DDD and 38DD.

Anyhoo, I'd highly recommend them. The sales staff was helpful, the selection was good and the prices were reasonable. They even had some of last year's bras 70% off! They have a website too. http://www.soma.com/store/home.jsp? This one is very nice http://tinyurl.com/36cv3k It's the only one I needed the DDD in, because it's a molded cup. Apparently, they usually run a little smaller than non-molded cups. Nice coverage without being matronly.

Hope that helps,

Susan