I'm looking into purchasing a binder within the next year or so, and I'm quite clueless. I thought it would be quite helpful to other guys wanting to get a binder, if those of you who have purchased binders, could give us a rundown on how each worked? Something along the lines of:
Bra size:
Binder size:
Binder model:
Picture of the binder [if possible]:
Location bought:
Price:
How long it lasted before it stopped binding well:
Advantages:
Disadvantages:
Other comments:
Thanks a million guys. :)
I got the tritop from Underworks. Size large. Think it was around $30. It worked pretty well. Had to stop using it though, so didn't use it long enough or have any other binders to compare it to to notice any particular advantages or disadvantages.
Well, I do not have an official binder. But I'll talk about what I do in terms of home made techniques.
Bra size: I'm an A cup.
For A cup people, a binder, in my opinion, is almost unnecessary. I use tank tops. In these pictures, I have a gray tank that I got at the Gap in the women's section over a black tank with a build in strapless bra portion in it. I got that one in the girl's section, I think. Maybe women's. Stuff that is built for my body (which, I can no longer deny it, is female) seems to work better. In reality, my chest is more pointy than in is big, so the size is not being greatly reduced. It's just smoothing it down so it doesn't poke out and making "bumps."
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Frack, just look at that figure. Ugh, lol. Oh, I lowered my pants a little so the tank top was easier to see. I usually tuck it in. Sorry about the nippleage if that offends anyone. :icon_blah:
As you can probably tell, it isn't 100% effective. However, it does look better with a t-shirt over it.
You'll want to use a binder if looking perfectly flat is you're priority. This, however, is a lot more comfortable.
Another technique, of which I have no pictures of, is taking a pair of pantyhose and cutting a hole in the crotch for your head. Cut the legs off for sleeves. It works pretty well, but I found that it made me sweat a lot.
I used a T-Kingdom 1800 (?), size XL, but I added more velcro as it was too large. It cost about $60, was comfortable enough to wear for extended hours (18 or so easily). I was quite large, somewhere between a DD-E.
I think that works pretty well, Dan. Can't even tell you're wearing anything underneath and guys nipples sometimes show through too. Pretty good technique for small chested guys.
As for the pantyhose thing, tried that before, but couldn't get the thing over my shoulders.
Bra size: no idea but I am 100cm in the chest above the cleavage furrow and when standing, my lumps stick out 9cm from my chest.
Binder size: M
Binder model: Underworks doublepanel compression tank
Picture of the binder [if possible]:
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Location bought: online
Price:$36 (got the 3 pack for $85)
Advantages: long enough to tuck into pants and also flattens the beer belly if you have one
Disadvantages: tends to roll up and wears out in about 3 months
Great thread!
Bra size: 32 AA I think.
Binder size: S
Binder model: Underworks Tri-top
Location bought: online
Price:$36 (got the 3 pack for $85)
Advantages: flat binding, comes in black or white
Disadvantages: kind of comes up high near the neck, but can be covered by undershirt. HARD to get on the first few times
I have a couple of 'em
Bra size: 34-36 B, never quite figured it out
Binder size: Small
Binder Model: Underworks Double Front Compression Shirt
Location bought: Online
Price: 34? Somewhere in that area, shipping included.
Advantages: I was completely flat after putting it on.
Disadvantages: Rolled up a lot, and tends to bring my boxers with it. Talk about a wedgie. Also wore out pretty fast. Within a month of use it was just like wearing a tight sports bra.
Binder Model: Underworks Extra Power Compression Vest (Double Layer)
Location bought: Online
Price: I used a 10% off coupon so around 34 again.
Advantages: Binds REALLY FREAKIN GOOD. Like a corset only it smashes instead of lifting.
Disadvantages: The little hooks are pretty annoying, and the top latching part tends to stick out really bad against cloths, never tried to layer a tank or anything over it, so don't know if it can be held down.
Binder Model: Underworks Tri-top
Location bought: Online
Price: 34ish again
Advantages: Makes me completely flat (Okay, it looks like I have nice pecs, but still) and it doesn't roll up a lot.
Disadvantages: I got stuck trying to get out of it a couple of times and needed my mom to help me. I also had to modify slightly at the underarms because it made my left arm numb, but it was an easy fix.
I love the Tri-top the most out of all of them. You just have to be a little flexible if you live alone.
Bra size: 34B
Binder size: Large
Binder model: T-Kingdom 980 Long "Tshirt"
Picture of the binder [if possible]: (https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi89.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk237%2FBloodKnight219%2Ftai%2FP1010193.jpg&hash=c9aebb2e74a2d4d8bbd6de6eaf58f20477224aee)(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi89.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk237%2FBloodKnight219%2Ftai%2FP1010194.jpg&hash=f323397007b530d56bf7051c005499027e29a443)(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi89.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk237%2FBloodKnight219%2Ftai%2FP1010191.jpg&hash=b1e537a53fe9f16897d9b66ce286e79bb1c656ad)(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi89.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk237%2FBloodKnight219%2Ftai%2FP1010192.jpg&hash=cb78568a59063ab7a292f845745d54e18310fac0)
Location bought: T-Kingdom
Price: $40 (WITH shipping included already)
Advantages: My chest looks like a muscular dude's chest :) I want to be muscular. So I like it. Second advantage: It looks like a tank top like they say, so I just look like a regular layering guy.
Disadvantages: Where do my boobs disappear to? Out the sides of the binder, where the arm holes are. Also, shipping takes approximately 10 days, including weekends, so if you're in a rush to get the binder well....
Other comments: I have mixed feelings about my binder. I love it to death and it doesn't make me feel like I'm dying (breathing and muscle tissue-wise), and I love the way it proportions my body. But sometimes I wonder if I should exchange it for the Medium, or if T-Kingdom recommended size by breast measurements for a very good reason...
Bra size: 36 D
Binder size: medium
Binder model: tri-top from underworks
Picture of the binder [if possible]:
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Location bought: online @ underworks
Price: $35ish
Advantages: binds well, not too expensive, triple layered, fast shipping, not overseas (if youre in the US), hides well under clothing
Disadvantages: rolls up and accentuates curves, hot, hard to get into, wears out
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Only been binding a few weeks, and only just got the last one and worn one day
Bra size: 38-40 DD possibly DDD has been difficult to find one that fits
Second Binder (about 2-3 weeks)
Binder Size: Large
Binder Model: Underworks Double Compression Shirt
Location: Online
Price: about 36 I think not including shipping
Advantages: Binds real well, if I was a few sizes smaller probably would be un-notacable
Disadvantages: Curls up and can cut into sides. Had to trim mine and still does that. If large enough hips can make it impossible to keep down.
First Binder (about 2 days)
Binder Size: Large
Binder Model: Underworks Tri-top
Location: Online
Price: about 39 I think not including shipping
Advantages: Very good binding, looks not flat for me but like muscle pecks sorta. Little curling at bottom.
Disadvantages: Arm holes cut into underarms, skin and such gets pushed out of the holes which don;t look that great (i need to loose some weight lol). Have had some back pain wearing it. Thinking might be slightly to small but can't return. Oh and barely wants to go all way down over breasts.
Holy cow. That's pretty amazing, Chett. Love those pants/shorts.
Any opinions on using Under Armour brand compression shirts?
I am smaller chested, suspect I'm about a B cup ?
Typically I have just always layered, but summers suck as usual. I have some cheap sports bra thing, although I feel like it doesn't do much.
Could be my self-consciousness though. :-\
Quote from: Lee on August 20, 2008, 10:47:23 PM
Any opinions on using Under Armour brand compression shirts?
I am smaller chested, suspect I'm about a B cup ?
Typically I have just always layered, but summers suck as usual. I have some cheap sports bra thing, although I feel like it doesn't do much.
Could be my self-consciousness though. :-\
I'm a B cup and a sports bra...lets just say doesn't do much for me. So I'm sure you're not just being self conscious. I can't help you on the under armour thing though.
What, am I the only guy who uses T-Kingdom?! Oh no wait, mister does too. Wow at the underworks popularity.
Yep, layering is what I do. If I was a B, I'd probably bind.
Sports bras really don't do much. All the compression is in the elastic. I recently bought a girl's medium (yeah, talk about small) tank top. It's really stretchy and tied things down a bit. It really does act like a compression shirt. Those are costly, though. :P
actually, i convinced my mom to order me one from t kingdom. i ordered the best rated for compression on their site. its a definite plus that its long enough to be tcked into pants. im looking for a more straight up and down look since the one i have nowmashes in my middle. when i get it i'll make another review. thanks dan about the pants. yay walmart!!!
Quote from: Chet on August 20, 2008, 10:57:04 PM
actually, i convinced my mom to order me one from t kingdom. i ordered the best rated for compression on their site. its a definite plus that its long enough to be tcked into pants. im looking for a more straight up and down look since the one i have nowmashes in my middle. when i get it i'll make another review. thanks dan about the pants. yay walmart!!!
Jesus christ I don't have that kind of money right now!! Hope it works for you though :) And the tuck in is DEFINITELY a plus. It always rolls up when I forget to tuck it into my pants so I try not to forget :laugh: Tucking it in works though.
haha nate, as big as i am, i need something that compresses a lot or i might as well be wearing a regular bra. :P
Oooh. I like this one.
www dot t-kingdom dot com
And considering most people who use these have big chests, they should work on me effortlessly. But I'm saving my money right now. I'm probably gonna get a good packer before I get a compression shirt of any kind.
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When I get to my house on Monday, I'll take pictures of my binder so you guys can see the tri-top (perhaps my black ones came in the mail!)
Would yall like both shirtless and not? I was thinking I'd put on different types of shirts to show. ex. button up, tshirt, polo, ect.
Zomg ok I'm a raving lunatic so feel free to ignore me Elwood but you're freaking adorable >.> I wanna pet your head.
back on topic.
Bra size: 32B
Binder size: Medium (should have gotten a large)
Binder model: T-Kingdom model 801
Picture of the binder [if possible]:
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Location bought: Interwebs
Price: somewhere around 40. was a b-day present (had to be converted from Taiwanese money).
Advantages: Tight compression, comfy
Disadvantages: is very tight and can make it hard to breathe
Bra size: 34C
Binder size: Small
Binder model: Underworks Double Front Compression Shirt
Location bought: Underworks website.
Price: $30.00
Advantages: Binds moderately well, is invisible under clothing.
Disadvantages: Difficult to put on and take off, rolls up around the hips painfully, stretches and becomes less effective over time.
Posted my pics back in my first post <
If it makes you feel better Elwood my arms are just as tiny :D I always thought I was alone in that.
Some guy at the DMV told me I looked like a 13 year old today....At first I thought whatever but then I realized it was probably a comment on my boobs. What, do I look like a girl with pre-pubescent boobs?! That's not the look I was going for. Muscular guy man! But I guess since I don't pass that's not what I'm going to look like...
Hmm seems like a lot of people aren't happy with how Underworks' binders wear out really fast. I really haven't got the money or resources to keep buying new ones, would rather just spend more up front. Anybody know how long the T-Kingdom's last?
I have no idea my bra size as I wore sports bras that came in small/med/large before switching to binders. ::)
Underworks tri-top - have it but can't wear it because I can't get it on (too small). I think it's a medium. But then I'm not thin and I can see how it would roll up and be like a sports bra. Ick.
I have the compression shirts from underworks that are double layer. I like them and they compress well. I usually wear them inside out so the cotton is next to my skin, because I wear a tee shirt over it. I also have a compression muscle shirt I like.
I got several binders on e-bay - gynecomastia shirts, which are similar to underworks but are single layer. I got a couple of those for summer.
I'll be having a binder give-away party in January, though!!
Jay
I now uploaded pics of mine to my first post.
Bra size: 12-14 C (erm, that's NZ sizes so its about a medium, I don't know what sizing I'd be in inches)
Binder size: Large (but only when compared to the asian sizes) XD
Binder model: 1700
Location bought: t-kingdom dot com
Price: $80 NZD, or $40 Euro
Advantages: Binds really well, was comfy, I could actually breathe and often forgot I was wearing it!
Disadvantages: Rolled up over the hips if I didn't tuck it in. Got a bit hot to wear at times in warmer weather. Wore it out after a couple months since it was my only one for a while.
Other comments: T-Kingdom is plain, WIN.
Binder size: Medium
Binder model: 801
Advantages: Shorter a lighter than the above model. Binds almost as well as the velcro option, binder is good if you are keen to do physical activity.
Disadvantages: The zip was annoying to close at the front so you have to smush your bewbs down and hook the end of the zip together and then somehow hold it all in as you attempt to close it XD
Other comments: Tis good indeed.
Binder size: Medium
Binder model: 1300
Advantages: More or less, the same model as the 1700 except that it doesn't have the extra fabric down to your hips. Its basically sports-bra size. I chose a medium one instead of large due to the better compression and it fit me better as well. Very comfy, easy to put on.
Disadvantages: Just gets a bit hot on really warm days, but its much better than 1700 since your stomach isn't covered.
Other comments: My fav binder and I highly recommend it.
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1300 Below \/
Well those are the three I have, I'll see about posting pics tomorrow. I can make myself look absolutely flat and muscular with these XD
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Man based on that first picture I posted with the front view I wonder if a Medium would have been a better size to get... Chest doesn't look flat at all from the front.
Another advantage I just thought of is that I think I got my binder in time to have two weeks to return it or exchange if necessary...I still have til wednesday.
Nate, if you do end up returning it for medium, post again and tell us how it turns out. I myself was wondering whether medium would be better despite their size chart.
Tchah dude I kept looking at that picture I posted and I got irritated...So I sent my exchange fee today, washed the binder, and it's going in the mail tomorrow back to Taiwan. I'll leave the old review and pictures up so that when I get the new one whoever wants to can see the difference. I already ordered a second one of the same model, in that smaller size so that I'll have two when it's all said and done... but the new one I ordered will get here faster than the exchange so I'll have one while I'm waiting for another.
I measured myself again today...and I find it's more accurate if you measure yourself in centimeters for the T-Kingdom binder because measuring myself in inches is what threw me off and put me in an "inbetween" category.. It was like I couldn't tell if I was a Medium or Large based on the inches sizing chart...but by centimeters I'm somewhere between 81 and 83 and that's DEFINITELY a medium according to their chart. I think I'm more irritated with myself than them for not noticing that sooner.
Seriously, when are you American's gonna switch to the Metric system like the rest of the world? XD
:P
Quote from: kestin on August 22, 2008, 08:48:54 PM
Seriously, when are you American's gonna switch to the Metric system like the rest of the world? XD
:P
Amen!
I've been starting to look through binders now. I've been looking for something cheap and for an A cup.
I'm considering this one here:
www dot t-kingdom dot com
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Yeah, I can't wait till we switch. Our system is ridiculous, seriously, nobody needs to spend time in school and time later on asking other people, "Oh yah, I forgot, how many inches in a foot?" ::)
Anyone ever gotten a binder with velcro? I'm beginning to think they might last longer than those without, although the soft side of the velcro might wear off, might not grip very well. And velcro's also quite tedious.
Basically anybody who's found a binder that lasts quite a while, PLEASE POST! ;D
Quote from: kestin on August 22, 2008, 08:48:54 PM
Seriously, when are you American's gonna switch to the Metric system like the rest of the world? XD
:P
I know the American system has annoyed me to no end ever since I came here.
Quote from: kestin on August 22, 2008, 08:48:54 PM
Seriously, when are you American's gonna switch to the Metric system like the rest of the world? XD
:P
When we pull our heads out of our asses :P
Srsly. Our system fails.
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Quote from: Monty on August 22, 2008, 09:00:48 PM
Amen!
I've been starting to look through binders now. I've been looking for something cheap and for an A cup.
I'm considering this one here:
www dot t-kingdom dot com
Monty, go for it. That's the model I bought and I love it. Velcro sounds like too
much work, this one just slips on and off and is effective IMO.
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Sounds awesome! I'll try it out. :)
UPDATE: here's photo's of me before and after binding (and wearing my new favourite shirt!) this is the 1300 and uses velcro.
Velcro is better IMHO, although I haven't yet tried a binder that is just pulled on like a top. I also usually wear a really light (no padding, wires etc) sports bra underneath for added comfort. It makes it easier to smush your boobs to either side after you put the binder on cause otherwise you sometimes pinch your skin.
Bra size:42DD
Binder size:XL
Binder model:Tri-top
Location bought:Underworks
Price:$30 plus shipping
Advantages:Compresses well
Disadvantages:Hard to get on. (Wearing it over a rash guard helps enormously with that problem.) Pinches under arms. Rolls up. Neck line tends to stick out.
Other comments: I don't think it's possible to get my chest completely flat, but this comes darned near close. It's not perfect, but it works well and is good value for money.
BEFORE(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi327.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk453%2Fdrumtyger%2FIMG_0750.jpg&hash=83457ab4f815e79de9389300f8bf1058867fe62c)
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Binder size:XL
Binder model:Compression muscle shirt
Location bought:Underworks
Price:$33 plus shipping
Advantages:Very comfortable. Looks like a regular shirt. Tucks in your tummy as well as your chest.
Disadvantages:Not enough compression for the monsters I'm supporting.
Other comments: I was really sad that this shirt didn't do much for me. It compressed only a little better than my tightest sports bra. Otherwise, I really liked it. Alas, it will be going to Big Brothers as soon as I get around to sending it.
Muscle Shirt in Action(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi327.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk453%2Fdrumtyger%2FIMG_0746.jpg&hash=ceb20c43aea3d8f181f40333f57dbd1e0276e90a)
I've also used the good ol' back brace method, which actually works quite well, but is very hot and can be difficult to position in such a way that the ends don't stick out and show under a shirt.
I just ordered a T-Kingdom 1700, so I'll post a review as soon as I get it.
Quote from: kestin on August 22, 2008, 08:48:54 PM
Seriously, when are you American's gonna switch to the Metric system like the rest of the world? XD
:P
NEVA!!!!
However, I plan on moving out of the U.S. So I might as well learn it sometime...
I just ordered another Tri-Top today because the one I have has been worn constantly for the past 2 months, and I tend to sweat a lot during summer and work, so its gotten pretty grubby and well worn. Gotta be flat for school, even though this is my senior year and I really shouldn't be giving a damn, but eh...
Edit: There's a 10% coupon I always use, and all it really does is pay for the shipping but its helpful if you're on a tight budget. Just type in
Under10 where it says coupon or gift certificate. It might take 2 times to enter it for the deduction to show, but its worked every time I've used it so far.
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A T-Kingdom 1800 lasted me 8 months 'til my surgery and then was used by a friend for another 1.5 years before HIS surgery. I'm unsure if it's reached it's third home or not, but there you have it.
This is great, you guys all use this really cool stuff... I just use an ace bandage and it works well, for any size...I suppose its unheathly or somethin, i really have no idea.
BANDAGES ARE PURE EVIL!!!
*cough*
Srsly, invest in a quality binder, your ribs will thank you for it.
Yeah bandages are bad for you bro!
They damage the tissue, they bruise, and they have the potential to mess up your ribs like Kestin said.
PLEASE buy a binder, check out the reviews and see what you can afford. Bandages will only hurt you in the long run :(
Quote from: Jack Daniels on August 25, 2008, 01:05:54 AMThis is great, you guys all use this really cool stuff... I just use an ace bandage and it works well, for any size...I suppose its unheathly or somethin, i really have no idea.
For "binding" I use tanktops from the children's department. Before I used pantyhose.
For packing I use a sock.
I still use the homemade stuff. It'll be a while before I get quality tools. I personally am waiting to find a time when I can look at them all without a parent walking into my room seeing penises all over the screen, lol.
wow...I didnt know bandages were so bad. Damn, are my ribs going to crush inward or something. Then again, when some Chinese women bounded their feet, they feet were all deformed...Is that what will happen to my ribs? And Elwood, I know what you mean, I hate lookin at items for packin if really anyone is around, cause then they just look at me funny. And trap-tha-vok(your name is interesting) and kestin, I will heed yall's great advice.
Yes, bandages can be pretty bad. Glad you said something, Jack.
Quote from: sneakersjay on August 21, 2008, 02:10:37 PM
I have the compression shirts from underworks that are double layer. I like them and they compress well. I usually wear them inside out so the cotton is next to my skin, because I wear a tee shirt over it. I also have a compression muscle shirt I like.
Jay, I am big, too, and I'm allergic to synthetic fabrics. I was thinking that, best case, maybe I could bind over a snug cotton t-shirt. But what you said about turning the binder inside out seems promising, so now I'm thinking of trying one of the binders you talked about. Can you provide further info?
I went to the Underworks site and found the following:
Cotton Concealer Compression Muscle Shirt (style 974)
Cotton Concealer Compression Tank (style 973)
Cotton Concealer Compression V-Neck T-Shirt (style 978)
Is this one of the ones you're talking about?
I was messing around with an improvised binder (large bandage) today at home, and I figure I might not look too bad if I wear dark colors and layer a bit. Now that I'm older, my boobs are getting droopier. They look terrible under shirts--embarrassing--but maybe I can take advantage of the droopiness.
At this point, I would even wear a bra if I could, just to look like a normal person of ANY gender--since I can't really pass anyway--but I haven't found a bra yet that doesn't have synthetic fibers, so that isn't even an option. Therefore, I walk around with these droopy cannonballs on my chest and I really HATE them.
Anyway, further info would make me really happy, Jay.
I think double layer compression works really well... maybe I'll give it a try when I have a top surgery appointment ready. Binding for a couple months shouldn't affect the surgery...
OK NEW BINDER TIME!!!
It came in Wednesday, so uh....check back to when I posted last or something to see how long shipping takes.
I put one picture of the old binder (LARGE) and a few of the new (MEDIUM) to show the difference.
Bra size: 34 B
Binder size: MEDIUM!!!
Binder model: T-KINGDOM M980
Picture of the binder [if possible]:
OLD BINDER
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NEW BINDER
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Location bought: T-Kingdom
Price: Total (plus shipping) $42-47, I forget....
Advantages: IT'S SO MUCH FLATTER NOW!!!!! I love it :] I can still breath, and it's to the point where I almost want to sleep with it (but hope it won't mess anything up?). I still love the fact that it looks like a tank top too and you can keep it from rolling up by tucking it into your pants.
Disadvantages:Um. Yeah so it still has the whole "my boobs spill out of the arm holes" thing going on for it. Sometimes its to a point that my left nipple pops out....Is it the way I put it on? I don't know. But it works for the most part, and that's all I care about. I'm going to start layering so no one sees that when it happens if I wear lighter colored shirts....
Other comments: I'M ORDERING MORE OF THE SAME MODEL WAHAHAHA
Looking much better Nate. I have that polo btw. :P
Yep ace bandages aint good 4 u but when u dont got the money 2 buy a new binder. u gotta stick w/them. :-\ I binded w/ace bandages 4 long time b4 I got a good job & started savin my money 4 top surgery. theres the big brothers program to if u cant afford a new one!
Lol actually I think I effed up and put a picture of the new binder under old binder at first. But its fixed now! So you should be able to see the difference.
Quote from: freespeechz on September 07, 2008, 10:41:04 PM
Looking much better Nate. I have that polo btw. :P
:D
Heya Nate, looking good! ^^ I find that pushing the two guys down and to the sides helps with the 'spilling out of the armholes' deal. I also usually pull the binder up a little higher under the arms so as to help prevent that happening :angel:
Nate that looks really bloody good Im so impressed with that. You said your lumps are a B right? I have about C possibly D dont really know... haven't brought a bra in ages and refuse to buy one also. I dont know if that top would do that to me though. I think my binders are actually getting to small for me.. as they are diggin in on my sides and under my arm pits. (I put on lots of weight well since a year and a bit ago) so I might have to go get a new one!
Wow, Nate, that looks pretty awesome!
I can't wait until I'm finally allowed to get mine. :P
Quote from: kestin on September 08, 2008, 04:44:38 AM
Heya Nate, looking good! ^^ I find that pushing the two guys down and to the sides helps with the 'spilling out of the armholes' deal. I also usually pull the binder up a little higher under the arms so as to help prevent that happening :angel:
Good deal, I'll have to try that!
Quote from: Jay on September 08, 2008, 05:38:52 AM
Nate that looks really bloody good Im so impressed with that. You said your lumps are a B right? I have about C possibly D dont really know... haven't brought a bra in ages and refuse to buy one also. I dont know if that top would do that to me though. I think my binders are actually getting to small for me.. as they are diggin in on my sides and under my arm pits. (I put on lots of weight well since a year and a bit ago) so I might have to go get a new one!
Yeah 34 B. I'm fairly small but the B makes it big enough that they're noticeable in any shirt :( Yay for binders!! If you have a C/D you might need to get a Large, but it depends more on your measurements (in cm/in) than your cup size when it comes to T-Kingdom.
I took a tape measurer and measured it in cm (it comes out more accurate) all the way around the back and covering the nipples to get the exact measurement. They have a size chart that tells you what you need to get based on your cm measurement so go by that if you decide to get one! Digging in your sides is not good :( the front of the binder is fairly itchy and if I really pay attention, I can feel the compression when I breathe in and out, but this binder is very comfortable, and you forget you're wearing it.
Quote from: Monty on September 08, 2008, 09:14:58 AM
Wow, Nate, that looks pretty awesome!
I can't wait until I'm finally allowed to get mine. :P
Allowed to??? What??
Even though I'm 19, my parents aren't sure if its a good idea for me to start binding and the whole deal until I move out of the city. They're still thinking about it and I think they're coming around.
Y'know, their house their rules. :P
I figured this didn't deserve it's own thread, so...have any of you guys used the all-in-one body shirt from Underworks? I'd love to have something like it {can't roll up, compresses hips and butt in addition to chest), but I'm worried there won't be enough compression. I used a Medium Double Front binder with verrry good results, but it's worn out now and I need a new one. If the all-in-one is any good, I'll probably get three. I just want a customer review first. Can anyone help me out?
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I dono, but update, new binder seems to fit better, stretched out some probably why, but it curls up in the back which drives me nuts, and after a while I get back pain. I'm thinking I may try the muscle shirt looking one when can afford to get it.
Bra size: 36b/c
Binder size:medium
Binder model:doublefront compression underworks
Picture of the binder [if possible]:
Location bought: given by another friend who had top surge
Price: uh.
Advantages: look at my user pic. I look like i barely have pex, good match for scrawny shoulders/arms. Good belly reshape
Disadvantages: rolls up from hips at inconvenient moments.
Other comments:
I get a flatter line than a lot of the guys i'm seeing here... what I do is kinda... "fold" the freakbags down and out so the nipples wind up at the bottom-outside corner.
Has anyone worn a normal binder in a chlorinated pool, knows how it worked/didn't work/deteriorated?
Quote from: iFindMeHere on September 12, 2008, 03:11:14 AM
I get a flatter line than a lot of the guys i'm seeing here... what I do is kinda... "fold" the freakbags down and out so the nipples wind up at the bottom-outside corner.
Freakbags :D Best word yet, used to describe our growths.
Asher, I haven't worn mine in the pool or anything, don't plan on wasting 40 bucks to experiment. Sorry I can't be of more help. Why not buy the swimsuit top instead of potentially ruining your binder?
Quote from: trapthavok on September 13, 2008, 12:37:31 PM
Quote from: iFindMeHere on September 12, 2008, 03:11:14 AM
I get a flatter line than a lot of the guys i'm seeing here... what I do is kinda... "fold" the freakbags down and out so the nipples wind up at the bottom-outside corner.
Freakbags :D Best word yet, used to describe our growths.
Asher, I haven't worn mine in the pool or anything, don't plan on wasting 40 bucks to experiment. Sorry I can't be of more help. Why not buy the swimsuit top instead of potentially ruining your binder?
Thank you, thank you!
Posted on: September 13, 2008, 12:56:47 PM
Quote from: trapthavok on August 21, 2008, 10:08:36 AM
Posted my pics back in my first post <
If it makes you feel better Elwood my arms are just as tiny :D I always thought I was alone in that.
gotcha beat... ive got BINGO WINGS
Posted on: September 13, 2008, 02:04:30 PM
Quote from: kestin on August 22, 2008, 08:48:54 PM
Seriously, when are you American's gonna switch to the Metric system like the rest of the world? XD
:P
I think the US is the only part of America that uses inches...right?
Swimsuit tops are expensive as heck Nate. I don't got that kinda money. :-\
Quote from: freespeechz on September 13, 2008, 02:40:29 PM
Swimsuit tops are expensive as heck Nate. I don't got that kinda money. :-\
I think either I eat next month or I buy this swimsuit, so I know where you're coming from on money issues. That's why I'm only buying the top portion not the whole thing.
Guess I'm not eating :D
Surfing's been a lifelong dream, eating comes and goes haha
Quote from: trapthavok on September 13, 2008, 07:11:40 PM
Quote from: freespeechz on September 13, 2008, 02:40:29 PM
Swimsuit tops are expensive as heck Nate. I don't got that kinda money. :-\
I think either I eat next month or I buy this swimsuit, so I know where you're coming from on money issues. That's why I'm only buying the top portion not the whole thing.
Guess I'm not eating :D
Surfing's been a lifelong dream, eating comes and goes haha
shoot, i'd go to a food shelf if it meant i could get body-disguising apparatus :)
Hi guys! I just got back from a vacation on the East Coast. I'm sure you've all been counting the minutes until my return, right? ;)
Well, I'm pleased to say that on my return I discovered a lovely package from T-Kingdom waiting on my doorstep. So here's my review.
Bra size:D to DD
Binder size:XL
Binder model:1700
Location bought:T-Kingdom
Price:Roughly $80 with shipping
Advantages: Tucks in so it doesn't roll up. Fairly comfortable. Tank style is cool and doesn't bind under arms.
Disadvantages:Velcro difficult to fasten. Velcro hurts when it scrapes across nipples. Binding is a little ... odd.
Other comments:The binding section of the binder is made out of a wide elastic, similar to the straps you find on many back braces. The rest is made of spandex-like material, which can be tucked into your pants to prevent the binder from rolling up. Along one side of the binder, from the armpit to about half-way down the rib is a strip of Velcro. In theory, this enables you to position your unwanted appendages, and then pull the garment tight across the chest. However, I found it nearly impossible to fasten the Velcro while wearing the binder. I wound up fastening the Velcro, then pulling the binder on over my head, which resulted in a less than stellar job of binding. Perhaps if you have a friend to help you fasten the Velcro, you will have better results. As it was, I found it wanted to push the Girls upward, while compressing the area just underneath (as you can see in the picture below.) However, with a shirt on, the strangeness of the binding seemed to become less noticeable. I will experiment with it some more and see if I can get everything to lie down a little better, and update this post if I do. In the mean time, here are a couple pictures:
Update: After having worn this thing all day at a fairly active job, I'd like to add that it also chewed the heck out of my sides, leaving welts that were still visible (and sore to the touch) a week later.
Just the binder:
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Under a T-shirt (I put on the same shirt as I wore in previous posts to give you a fair comparison:
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I recently got some from underworks and was pretty impressed. They cost alot (AUD $105 for 3), but are really good at making me look flat (Im pretty small to begin with) This is it with my tightest shirt
Bra size: No idea (seriously, pretty small whatever that is)
Binder size: extra small
Binder model: 997 double panel compression shirt from underworks
Picture of the binder [if possible]: see below
Location bought: ordered over Interenet at underworks
Price: $85 US for 3 (thats $105 AUD!)
Advantages: flatterns really well, comvertable once on, works in water ok
Disadvantages: hard to get on, but once on comvertable
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I bought the FTM swimsuit top from Underworks....
Don't wast your time.
Bra size: 34 B
Binder size: Small
Binder model: Underworks FTM Swim shirt
Picture of the binder [if possible]: It's coming
Location bought: Underworks
Price: $45 (for the shirt only)
Advantages: You can swim in it and not worry about messing it up because it's made of neoprene I think...or whatever it is they make swimsuits out of. That much is evident.
Disadvantages: WAY too tight, just above my stomach, below the chest. COULD NOT breathe. Does not do a good job of compressing at ALL, so I don't even see the point in exchanging it for a larger size. It's like they set it up to bind in the wrong area. I want my MOOBS compressed not my STOMACH. Jeez. Very difficult to put on and take off.
Other comments: I was generally very dissatisfied with this and I might just buy another T-Kingdom compression shirt just for swimming...Damn the "deterioration" probability, the underworks shirt is just not worth it.
That SUCKS, I was gonna get that one... will they give you a refund???
Quote from: iFindMeHere on September 22, 2008, 01:28:23 PM
That SUCKS, I was gonna get that one... will they give you a refund???
Yeah they will. Still have to pay shipping both ways and such though so I
did waste a certain amount of money on a product I'll never get to use
Quote from: trapthavok on September 22, 2008, 02:22:00 PM
Quote from: iFindMeHere on September 22, 2008, 01:28:23 PM
That SUCKS, I was gonna get that one... will they give you a refund???
Yeah they will. Still have to pay shipping both ways and such though so I did waste a certain amount of money on a product I'll never get to use
yeah... *sigh*
Uh, so for small chested people you'd all recommend a Medium from both Underworks and T-Kingdom, instead of a Small? 8)
I'm a 32a bra size (UK), last time I checked, which was light years ago but I don't think it's changed that much. :D
I'm planning to buy one, 'cause I finally have the money. ;D
But I don't wanna be shipping stuff back and forth. :-\
Quote from: Jörgen, on December 20, 2008, 09:01:06 AM
Uh, so for small chested people you'd all recommend a Medium from both Underworks and T-Kingdom, instead of a Small? 8)
I'm a 32a bra size (UK), last time I checked, which was light years ago but I don't think it's changed that much. :D
I'm planning to buy one, 'cause I finally have the money. ;D
But I don't wanna be shipping stuff back and forth. :-\
hahahha no. I'm a medium! Last time I checked I was a 36 b-or-c. You'd be either a small or extra small!
No wayyyy I'm a 34B, and medium Underworks was huge on me, so for you I'd go with XS.
Thank you! My bad. ;D
Will order XS then and camwhore my chest here a.s.a.p. :)
underarmour
i have a couple underarmour compression shirts i like a lot. the men's smalls were too big/ long (i'm a short 5'2 and a half and a 34B), and not tight enough; i got womens small or medium....they don't have a W on them anywhere so i was OK with the purchase LOL...these work well; they're not going to make you perfectly flat but they are good for just toolin' around when you don't care about being flat.
they make me look like i have pecs, so thats cool.
Bra size: 32 D
Binder size: small
Binder model: the longer one from Underworks, double compression I think it's called
Picture of the binder [if possible]: see below
Location bought: underworks
Price: $30
Advantages: it compresses pretty well, also the longer length helps a lot if you have a bigger chest as i do, i tried the shorter one but it didn't work out, its not too uncomfortable either
Disadvantages: hard to get on at first but you get used to it, rolls up sometimes
not really a good pic of the binder, but you can see how it looks under a shirt.. oh and don't mind the goofy face haha
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lulz nice face. :P looks pretty good to me. i have the tritop. i think im going to try the long one next.
I'm wanting to get a new binder soon, has anyone had any experience with the t-kingdom 980 or 1500?
Bra size: Somewhere in the C range
Binder size: Small
Binder model: It's not an "official" binder per se... it's a medical abdominal binder
Picture of the binder [if possible]: I'll see if I can't get around to adding some later... too lazy to get up now... :icon_bored:
Location bought: Medical supply store
Price: about $30
Advantages: It's velcro across the chest, easy to get on and off, works pretty well in conjunction with a sports bra and undershirt.
Disadvantages: Though it is an easy on and off, just by it's design it's sometimes difficult to get it tight enough
Other comments: I didn't want to order online for the price, the wait, and the worry that conventional binders wouldn't work since I'm not an A cup... it works for me.
I used an underworks one... It was the muscle shirt style. Mine were black but I suppose color doesn't really matter much. No clue on chest size I assume somewhere in the B-C range
Worked really well but rolled up a lot and just felt like a restrictive sports bra which made me cringe so to make up for it I always had to wear pants with a belt and the belt had to be quite tight. Ended up with some bruises on me hipbones but it wasn't painful (suprisingly) only thing that was painful a bit was the pressure on my shoulders... which is going to be soo nice to live without, but I wont find out how great that feels until I can sleep properly again (2 weeks post op on my chest surgery and can only sleep on my back which I find VERY uncomfortable)
I really did like them and would recommend them although they were the only variety I tried. I found the fact that they were tucked in helped because it created a sort of fabric bridge from boob to belt which prevented the shape of the boobage being pronounced just made it look like the top of my chest stuck out a bit too much.
Also! greatly helped for keeping me warm in the winter.. I went from wearing 7 shirts one winter to 2 shortsleeved shirts the next. This does of course make for a sweat smelly summer.
I need a new binder. I used to be a C but am probably closer to a B now. What would you guys say is the best binder for a guy my size? I'm thinking of the tri top but I'm just not sure. (I have enough money for the tri top but not much more, and can't ask the mother for money for this, so price is a factor.)
Yochanan: Overall, most people go with Underworks because it's cheaper than T-Kingdom, and the sizes aren't so funky.
Thanks for the reply, dude. Unfortunately, I've given up binding due to rather excruciating pain in ribs/chest. ->-bleeped-<-ing sucks. I've never been more depressed in my life. -_-
Ah man that is laaaame. Hang in there. :-\
Woop. Old thread resurrection. I've been meaning to do this for a while, but never got around to it. But I'm now procrastinating writing a mid-term, so it seemed like the perfect time to do this :P
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Bra size: Good question. Uhh, the actual measurement underneath my moobs is about 34" I dunno about that whole "add five inches to get your band size" thing, so I just buy size 34 sports bras; kinda tight but they bind better. Over the moobs, my measurement is 35" so if I had to guess cup size, I'd say maybe an A.
Binder size: size 34 sports bra (Fruit of the Loom), size S Underworks Double-Front, size S Underworks Muscle Shirt
Binder model: Underworks DF and Muscle Shirt
Picture of the binder [if possible]: See below.
Location bought: Underworks
Price: $30 for Double-Front, $33 for Muscle Shirt, not including shipping
How long it lasted before it stopped binding well: Honestly haven't worn either binder long enough for them to wear out. The sports bras unfortunately start to loosen up after a few months.
Advantages & Disadvantages:
Sports bras - my usual binding method due to comfort. Binds well enough I guess, but I'm still insecure about my chest. Find myself hunching my shoulders a lot.
Double-Front - gets me pretty darn flat. Unfortunately, it also compresses my ribs quite a lot (decreases my rib circumference by about 2") and seriously restricts my breathing. I get fluid buildup in my lungs and get headaches if I try to move faster than a slow walk. I notice my abdomen protrudes quite a bit when wearing the DF; it does try to hold it in, but I guess because I can't breath that well, I stick my diaphragm out to compensate for the lost lung capacity. Needless to say, I don't wear the thing even if it works great on my chest.
Muscle Shirt - quite comfortable but doesn't bind much better than a sports bra. I can breath pretty good in it, though after 8 hours my back hurts a bit.
Other comments: I tend to wear black a lot. I use a sports bra to bind, which still leaves some visible lumps. The black renders invisible any shadows that my chest might create (with colored shirts, there is definitely some shadowing going on that gives my chest away). Unfortunately, this illusion only works from the front; the black does little to conceal the lumps as seen from the side. For both the DF and MS, I push my moobs up and out (towards my armpits).
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A frontal comparison of all three binding methods. The first pic was taken wearing a sports bra, my usual binding method. From the front it works pretty good. I don't have shirt frontal pics for the Double-Front and Muscle Shirt because they look the same as the sports bra pic. Comparing the DF and Muscle Shirt binders, you can see that the DF does compress my ribs by a fair bit (my ribs normally flare out at the bottom; the DF gets rid of this). The last pic is the DF with my tightest, most chest-hugging shirt. I can't get away wearing it with a sports bra or MS, but with the DF it looks pretty good.
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Compare the sports bra and MS shots and you'll see that they bind about the same. The biggest problem I have with the sports bra and MS is that my moobs still sit pretty low on my chest. I like how the DF brings things up; looks more like a male chest to me and less like saggy boobs. The last is a pic of the DF with a chest-hugging shirt.
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A side comparison of the DF and MS. Note the flatter contour the DF is able to achieve. It also compresses my hip fat so my jeans hang lower.
Got my first one a few weeks ago.
Bra size: 30 something AA-A
Binder size: Medium (I measured about 31in bust)
Binder model: (white) T-Kingdom M980
Picture of the binder [if possible]: No pics sorry
Location bought: T-Kingdom
Price: Around $40 (S&H included)
How long it lasted before it stopped binding well: Brand new.
Advantages:
-Decent for flattening if you have a small chest.
-Very comfortable and snug. In fact, way more comfortable than bras.
Disadvantages:
-A little difficult to get on and off.
-Probably not a good choice if you're bigger than an A. It doesn't bind amazingly well, just smooths out my chest.
-The neck and sleeve areas poke out a little, especially if I cross my arms. That also makes the shirt over the top poke out a little in those areas (any suggestions for this?)
Other comments: Decent binder so far. Hopefully the pokey parts will stretch and flatten out the more I wear it. Also it took a few weeks to ship.
has anyone gotten a binder from lesloveboat dot com? im wondering how well they work
a few of us have, I like mine. It works well and is comfortable with one minor problem. The velcro edge sometimes digs in.
My girlfriend just bought me my first binder. Ite the underworks triton model. I'm like s 38DD but I'm also like 125 pounds so I'm a little guy. She got me a medium. Do you think that will fit. My chest isn't really the most "perky" either.