Best dresses for big busts: how to avoid frumpy styles
IF you’re blessed with big breasts, you’ll know that the struggle is real when it comes to finding clothing that flatters your shape.
Unfortunately, frumpy can be the name of the game when retailers are targeting the big bust market and the fashion TV shows of the early noughties did nothing to dispel this notion. Every girl above the age of 30 and a B cup is haunted by the notion of halterneck dresses, full-body compression wear, and a general feeling of ill-ease when someone whips out the word “bosom”.
The most important thing when it comes to looking and feeling great in a dress (and this goes for busts of any size) is not only picking the perfect fit, but finding the right bra to go underneath. This cannot be overstated. By having a properly fitted, supportive bra underneath your dress, you’ll feel great, the dangers of “double-boob” will be eliminated, and you’ll be able to wear pretty much any style or shape you fancy.
We’re also banishing the age-old myth about prints and curves; embrace your style, and dress to impress. These are the best dresses for big busts, to suit any budget.
Best dresses for big busts at a glance
- Best LBD for big busts
- Best wrap dress for big busts
- Best budget dress for big busts
- Best wedding guest dress for big bust
Amazon Essentials
- Amazon Essentials Button Front Dress, £18.19 – buy here
This button-front tea-style dress from Amazon Essentials is a great pick if you’re looking for style on a budget. The classic midi length and ¾ sleeve make this an everyday option for those with big busts, or an elevated office essential if paired with a jersey blazer and a smart trainer.
Amazon fashion comes with the added bonus of Prime delivery (if you’re a Prime customer), meaning your purchase could be with you as quickly as the next day.
This option is machine washable, making it a practical and hard-wearing essential.
Reiss Midi Wrap Dress
- REISS Marie animal-print woven midi dress, £248 at Selfridges – buy here
This Reiss midi dress puts a modern spin on the traditional wrap dress, a style notoriously flattering for those with a fuller figure. Taking style notes from the Diane Von Furstenburg classic, this animal print number has a tie-front waist, a v-shaped neckline and cuffed long sleeves.
This dress has instant classic written all over it, and we predict that it will sell out fast.
We think this midi wrap dress would look perfect with an oversized box clutch, and a pair of spaghetti strap block heel sandals.
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Nobody’s Child
- Midi Dress, £55 at Nobody’s Child – buy here
This gorgeous orange heart print midi dress is perfect for a summer wedding or garden soiree. The plunge neck may at first glance cause a little worry, but the dress is supportive, and with the right bra underneath this could be a real showstopper.
The dress ties at the back for flexibility around your curves and is machine-washable.
We’d pair with a rattan clutch bag, and a pair of block-heeled summer sandals.
River Island
- River Island Animal Print Midi Dress, £35 – buy here
If you’re a fan of the LBD, then this animal print midi dress could be a solid addition to your capsule wardrobe. Part of the River Island Plus collection, this black wrap dress features a gold buckle and an embossed animal print design, for a modern take on the traditional black wrap dress.
The River Island Plus range is stocked up to and including a size 28, and specifically designed and tailored for those with a fuller figure.
We’d pair this LBD with a pair of oversized hoop earrings and a statement clutch.
M&S
- M&S Midaxi Shirt Dress, £65 – buy here
If you’re looking for a show-stopping print, the search is over. This orange and black floral print is the perfect pick to transcend the seasons, as well as your social calendar.
This midaxi shirt dress from Marks and Spencers is a great option for a big bust, with the ability to button up or down and the tie-waist providing an adjustable level of comfort.
The Autograph range from M&S is synonymous with high quality and long-lasting style. A great choice for the office or the school run.
Ro&Zo
- Ro Zo Midi Dress, £139 – buy here
There are instances where a high neck and statement colour would be a no-no for those with a large bust, but this dress breaks the rules with its ruching detail at the chest and deep plunge back.
The stunning block colour will help to elongate and lengthen your torso, meaning your boobs will be the right amount of “out there”, without making you feel self-conscious.
This colour deserves to be paired with nude accessories and a sky-high heel.
Cos
- Cos V-Neck Dress, £89 – buy here
Putting together a capsule work wardrobe can be a tricky task, especially when the warmer weather hits. The key is to invest in a few neutral statement pieces that can be accessorised accordingly.
This Cos v-neck dress is the perfect addition to your work wardrobe if you’re in possession of bigger boobs. The flattering v-neck and lightly puffed sleeves will accentuate all the right areas and the lightweight material will take you from commute to coffee run whilst feeling cool and looking effortlessly stylish.
M&S
- M&S Polka Dot Mini Dress, £39.50 – buy here
The only mini on our list, this Marks and Spencer polka dot smock dress is perfect for those with big busts who prefer a shorter hemline.
This crinkle fabric comes with added stretch and a ruched waistband, making it a comfortable yet on-trend option for the office or dressed down with trainers for a weekend event.
We’d pair this polka dot mini dress with a pair of all-white Adidas Classics and a cross-body sports bag.
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