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Community Conversation => Transgender talk => Topic started by: Icephoenyx on August 28, 2009, 07:47:26 PM

Title: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Icephoenyx on August 28, 2009, 07:47:26 PM
Hello, I know that bras are asked about all the time but I have been getting a bit of anxiety over my first few bras.

Because I'm not on hormones yet, I don't have much to hold, but aren't there like masectomy bras and stuff that are for women with nothing there, that come with cups and stuff??

I have to have some sort of padding there the first time I go out as a woman, so how can I do that when I have nothing there? I'm a little self conscious about going into a store and asking for help. Do I buy a bra with my band size and stuff it for a while?

I'm confused.

Chrissi
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: FairyGirl on August 28, 2009, 08:38:50 PM
Quote from: Icephoenyx on August 28, 2009, 07:47:26 PMDo I buy a bra with my band size and stuff it for a while?

That's a good place to start, yes. I would recommend going with smaller cups rather than DD's, especially if you don't have the cleavage yet to back them up. you can also order bras online at places such as Hanes and Maidenform, in sizes harder to find in the department store. If you have a larger chest size there's also little extension straps you can buy to help with the fit.
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Icephoenyx on August 28, 2009, 10:04:10 PM
But can't I just buy masectomy bras (if I can find some). If not, what are good "stuffers"?
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: placeholdername on August 28, 2009, 10:41:05 PM
Quote from: Icephoenyx on August 28, 2009, 10:04:10 PM
But can't I just buy masectomy bras (if I can find some). If not, what are good "stuffers"?

I think the mastectomy ones are expensive...

Some of the best advice on 'stuffing' techniques (as well as other related subjects) can be found on 'crossplay' forums.  I can't give an actual link due to forum rules but just google it and if you poke around a bit you should be able to find various threads related to 'fakies' and so on.
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: FairyGirl on August 29, 2009, 12:02:02 AM
the mastectomy breast forms can cost up to $400 or more- you can get some pretty good ones at the Breastform store for a lot cheaper (easy enough to find online). I've even seen them at Wal-Mart for under $20 in the lingerie section. Depends on what you want to pay. ;)
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Icephoenyx on August 29, 2009, 08:03:02 PM
FairyGirl, you have seen mastectomy bras at WalMart for under $20??

What about silicone inserts? Can those help?
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Janet_Girl on August 29, 2009, 08:46:48 PM
Rice in nylons.  Small bird seed in nylons.  Both make good breast forms.


Janet
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Icephoenyx on August 29, 2009, 08:51:01 PM
Quote from: Janet Lynn on August 29, 2009, 08:46:48 PM
Rice in nylons.  Small bird seed in nylons.  Both make good breast forms.


Janet

Thank you Janet, very easy and cheap to do!!

If I was to do this, how big should I make the forms so that I have a "realistic" set of breasts? I am 6'1" and I have a slim build, if that helps. Tall girls seem to have smaller boobs, so maybe I should buy a B cup and fill it with the forms??
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Janet_Girl on August 29, 2009, 09:01:29 PM
Yes that is the best way.  Try making several different sizes.  And good place to find directions is  Making Breast forms (http://www.ehow.com/how_4962561_make-breast-forms.html).

And one thing that I have notice is that the size must be right for your frame.  If you are tall and thin, DD would not look good.


Janet
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: FairyGirl on August 30, 2009, 05:06:25 AM
Quote from: Icephoenyx on August 29, 2009, 08:03:02 PM
FairyGirl, you have seen mastectomy bras at WalMart for under $20??

What about silicone inserts? Can those help?

Mastectomy bras, no. Cheap silicone barbie doll breast forms, yes.  :)
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: rachelanne on August 30, 2009, 12:01:28 PM
I use Pals breast enhancers and they are quite comfortable.  Don't go overboard on the size.  You might think about the size you want ultimately and try one cup size smaller to get use to them.

You can get adhesive if you want.  The adhesive will last a couple of days.  Do a search for "Pals Breast Enhancers."  There are a number of online outlets and they are not as expensive as some of the other manufactureres plus they will last a lot longer.
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Icephoenyx on August 30, 2009, 04:02:34 PM
So should I be buying an A cup to start off?

I feel like such a noob....

Thanks everyone!
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: placeholdername on August 30, 2009, 04:28:13 PM
No offense to anyone, but A cups are pretty small (especially one someone 6'1"!).  I would say buy one bra with B cups and one with C cups and see which one looks more natural.
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Debra on August 30, 2009, 04:52:25 PM
I have to say that I loved the silicon forms from the Breast Form store and they were only around $160 for a 40C. I was very attached to them until my recent "purge" where I had my wife sell most of my clothes, shoes, and forms on eBay. =/
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: rachelanne on August 30, 2009, 06:29:59 PM
I would agree that an A cup is too small for a 6'-1" frame.  I'm 6'-3" and the C cup looks very natural.  I would suggest a B or a C cup to start.
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Icephoenyx on September 01, 2009, 01:45:10 PM
Sounds good, I will start from there, B or C, thanks again everyone!!

Chrissi
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: jenny328 on September 07, 2009, 10:37:53 PM
How much rice would you use to fill the rice nylons for a C cup?
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: sd on September 08, 2009, 04:42:14 AM
Agreed for 6 foot or more, an A cup is visible under a loose shirt, but can still pretty much look like a male chest. A small B cup you will show a feminine figure, but still not a lot, it will depends on the clothes.

A big B, small C cup looks rather appropriate proportionally. Even a D cup won't look huge (big but not huge), especially if you have a wide ribcage.
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Elvira on September 10, 2009, 08:55:18 AM
Hi,
i am from germany and i have found a bra that promisses a sexy cleavage without any surgery or hormones.
It is called Transwonder. So i called the manufacturer of this bra to answer some questions about their product. The CEO has sent me a clip from his last party in berlin (he is a TG by himself). The party is called "Queerboot". It is the "Melly Jackson" part at 3:31


QueerBoot 2009 - The Showmovie YOUTUBE VERSION PART 1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=my7yBhn7G5Q#)


He assures me that the bra has held the cleavage the hole party long. So i have purchased one and now i wait for my own one.
Perhaps it is worth a try for you.

Greetings from Germany
Elvira
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Icephoenyx on September 10, 2009, 04:07:32 PM
For the amount of rice, I would assume that you just need enough to fill out the cups, probably need to experiment a little.
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Dani on October 06, 2009, 12:07:55 AM
Jerica,

Quote40C. I was very attached to them until my recent "purge" where I had my wife sell most of my clothes, shoes, and forms on eBay

Will you let us know the next time you purge your wardrobe??

LOL

Dani
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: SarahFaceDoom on October 06, 2009, 03:21:34 AM
I'm 5-11 and wear an A cup.  It looks fine.  Especially if you're skinny.  Most fashion models are A cup or smaller, and are 5-11 to 6-1.

Small boobs are where it's at.
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: Elvira on November 11, 2009, 11:00:47 AM
Hi,

now i have my transwonder and i must say it is great. I have ordered the bundle with the prosthesis and i am very happy and satisfied with it. now it is time for the first big party in hamburg (germany). I think this bra is made for small sized women too.

Greetings
Title: Re: First Bra Sizing
Post by: V M on November 11, 2009, 11:12:36 AM
Enjoyed the vid. from your first post  :) Welcome to Susan's Elvira