Bra intervention peeps, please help!

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Another plea - you are so wonderful :)

I'm petite (28DD by the 'bending over' method) and the bras I've tried from Bravissimo seem to be structured far too heavily for my ribcage, as I end up quite sore and red on my breastbone and ribs.

I've had to resort to my old 32Bs that have stretched so they don't rub, but I know they're not giving the correct support (not that I need it, but I've noticed the 28DD bras do give a slightly better shape and the straps are correct etc.)

Should I perhaps try 30Cs (the 30Ds seem huge on me) or are there any bras out there for small ladies that are a bit less heavy on the underwiring?

[Fairylea]

I would try some different brands. Not sure what you have tried so far but I struggle with wires and under rib cage bones too and I find I can wear bravissimo own brands (in particular alana style) but I can't wear panache or fantasie brands.

[TimeForAnotherNameChange]

Panache Cleo range and associated unpadded sister bras are a much younger and less structured cut than many I've tried, and are not quite strong enough for my 30H's so might well be worth a punt for a 30D. Hopefully Statistically and sorrel will be along to advise on other styles/brands.

[StatisticallyChallenged]

Which bras have you been trying so far

[SorrelForbes]

I'm a big fan of the Cleo range, many of which are un-padded and quite light in feel. I'm a 30GG but I too struggle with bras that too structured/padded/moulded.

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I've had a Cleo Panache for a few months and worn it over a dozen times but it's still rubby :( it's okay for a few hours, but too uncomfortable all day, especially on warmer days.

Are there any even lighter bras out there than the Cleo?

[StatisticallyChallenged]

Is it the weight of the bras, or the firmness of the wires that's the issue? Cleo wires are pretty solid

[SorrelForbes]

I find that with my firmer bras (e.g Panache Idina) I need to re-scoop during the day to alleviate any tightness/discomfort from the band.

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It must be the firmness of the wires - they're not as flexible as the lighter, high-street brands.

[StatisticallyChallenged]

Have you tried anything by curvy kate or freya? Whilst still a step up from high street, they're not as firm as panache/cleo or bravissimo own brand IME.

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Ooo plunge bras! They tend to be a better fit on me. www.bravissimo.com/products/lingerie/sensational-sets/deco-honey-bra/jade/fy115jde/?

This looks good, I'll try it. Many thanks :)

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I've just been in Debenhams - they do lightweight basic t-shirt bras in different colours (some fun and funky) in 30Cs and 30Ds, which are next to impossible to find in other high street stores! So happy that they fit, I bought 4 (£40 - bargain! They'd better wash well)