Binding Issues

[lionheart]

I'm pretty large chested, so naturally I have issues binding. However, I can't seem to find a permanent solution and it's getting to the point where I'm afraid to sit or stand in certain positions for fear of it exaggerating my chest. I use the "down and out" method, but it seems like they migrate back to their original position within at least an hour, and it's kind of hard to constantly adjust myself throughout the day.

I try wearing shirts a size larger, and it looks fine if I slouch enough, but if I try to stand up straight it almost clings to my chest in a way and I'm back to square one. It seems like no matter what I do, I still have a uniboob. I still have a ways to go before I can get top surgery, but I don't want to ruin my posture more than I already have and I'm tired of not being able to wear what I want because I don't look flat enough.

Does anyone have any tips for reducing these issues, or maybe some binder recommendations? I currently use an underworks 997. I'm especially worried about this because I'm going stealth this coming school year and I don't want to raise more suspicion than I already probably will.

[AndrewB]

It seems like this solution is used just about every time someone asks for a binder recommendation, but I can't recommend gc2b binders enough, if you haven't already tried 'em. They're a lot more comfy on your back than the Underwords binder, mostly due to the fact that the binding part is mostly just a strip of canvas across your chest, about the same length as a tri-top or maybe a little lower, and the rest is like a looser spandex, just a nice stretchy yet not-too-clingy material. You might want to give 'em a go. Also, wearing layers can help, even something as simple as a loose button-front/-down shirt over your tee.

[lionheart]

It seems like this solution is used just about every time someone asks for a binder recommendation, but I can't recommend gc2b binders enough, if you haven't already tried 'em. They're a lot more comfy on your back than the Underwords binder, mostly due to the fact that the binding part is mostly just a strip of canvas across your chest, about the same length as a tri-top or maybe a little lower, and the rest is like a looser spandex, just a nice stretchy yet not-too-clingy material. You might want to give 'em a go. Also, wearing layers can help, even something as simple as a loose button-front/-down shirt over your tee.

Yeah, I've considered that but I'm a little cautious because there are a lot of really great reviews, but I've also seen some people (especially larger-chested) who feel like it's worse or the same than underworks. I suppose with no risk there's no reward, but I'm already trying to save up for an stp and I don't currently have a job so it might have to wait anyways.

During the winter layering was definitely my savior, but now that it's summer that's not exactly an option, and I have a pretty low tolerance for heat. I do wear short-sleeved button downs a lot, but they don't really seem to be any better than just regular t shirts.