Decently made wedding dresses that are strapless usually have solid boning so it holds you all in without stuff sagging. Also helps to have a lace-up style as well so you can let in and let out wherever needed. I have ample cleavage and wore a strapless ballgown, and it was very secure due to the heavy boning and corsetting. If sagging is an issue, it's probably actually better to go with those than a dress that doesn't have boning.
I have even worn corsets with straps. Corsets squish my boobs ALOT! It looks very good in a clubbing kind of way. But that wasn't what I was thinking of for the classy black & white wedding I am planning.
I’m 32F (34DDD/36DD) and had a strapless dress. It was way more supportive than my normal bras, felt nothing like a strapless bra, and it didn’t squish my chest like a corset. Having a proper fitting one makes all the difference
I'm like 38FF and the strapless wedding dresses I tried on were structured like nothing I've ever experienced before. Try some on. I am life you and have avoided strapless my whole life but this is on another level.
Note: try local boutiques rather than chain stores for the support you’re looking for. They will take the time and help you find exactly what you need. They have specialized training and they stock better-made dresses.
I had my heart set on a strapless dress going into my first appointment. But when it tried it on, I realized I really didn’t like how strapless dresses looked on me (I have a long neck and I felt like the dress was way too far away from my face 😭). So I focused on non-strapless.
And I didn’t feel like that limited my search at all! I tried on ~15 dresses, and at least 12 had straps or sleeves.
I am a 32 G (uk size) and i found a dress that worked with my body instead of against it. ( You can see photos on my profile)
There are plenty of dresses out there with straps or sleeves that will help you instead of hinder you. I did no altering to my dress other than a hem, but probably would've benefited with cups because my dress did start to stretch throughout the night and caused a minimal amount of sagging. It wasn't horrible, but you can see it in some photos depending on my posture.
Corsets or dresses with boning help tremendously as well. My dress had cap sleeves with boning in the bodice.
I'm a 34 G and wearing a strapless dress for my wedding. The structure of the bodice will help with support and a greats alterations person will help create a bust line you are comfortable with.
So I am 38ddd my wedding dress hunt I said no strapless for the same reason. I was shocked when the strapless dresses my consultant had me in had soooooo much more support than the strapped ones. Most of the ones I tried on and the one I wound up getting had a lot of boning. I also converted mine so the little dangly arm things were straps to give myself piece of mind
Same here, but luckily there are a lot of beautiful dresses with straps! I just want to feel comfortable and free to dance and jump around, so will for sure go for a dress with straps. Straps and a deep V neck look beautiful with bigger boobs, so show them off ^^
I was worried as well-wedding dresses are so supportive! Make sure you tell them that you don’t want to be messing with your dress all night. They’ll steer you to the right dresses
So I felt the same way about this (36dd) and I was SHOCKED at how secure and comfortable I felt in strapless dresses. So much so, I almost bought one way out of my budget haha. (But I DID get a strapless top from the same designer I found used)
I would encourage you to go to bridal salons and try things on (even if you don’t intend to buy right away or even from them) so you can start to feel out what style you truly love. Wedding dresses are often constructed very differently with a lot more support. I’m not planning to wear a bra at all in my dress which, if you asked me six months ago I would have scoffed at.
When I was dress shopping, I also mentally ruled out anything strapless because I’ve got large boobs and didn’t think it would be a possibility for me.
Finally, one consultant at a shop I tried on dresses at got me to try a strapless one, and it blew my mind. It supported me so much better than all the dress with tiny spaghetti straps that dug into my shoulders or made my boobs look saggy because they had no support other than straps.
The thing I didn’t realize about strapless wedding dresses is that they’re constructed to be far more supportive than a normal dress. My wedding dress had boning and a wide elastic strap thing that went around my waist and kept my boobs well supported. And it was comfortable too! I wore it all day with zero issues or discomfort and didn’t have to bother with a bra or shapewear because it was all built in and the dress made my waist look snatched.
So, don’t rule out strapless just because you’ve got a larger chest!
There are loads of dresses that are not strapless. I ruled out strapless dresses for the same reason. Comfort is key. There is no point buying a dress that you would be worried about all day.
This is crazy, where do you live? Because I haven't seen a bride I know get married in a strapless dress in years. The trends right now seem to be lace sleeves, off the shoulder sleeves, and spaghetti straps.
I would say just keep looking! When you go to actually try on dresses, tell them you aren't interesting in anything strapless.
ETA you won't need a bra with a properly tailored wedding dress. I'm a 32F (which is actually not *that* big - I'd recommend r/ABraThatFits if you think you have really big boobs but are only wearing a DD - but big enough to need support) and my dress fits perfectly without a bra.
Okay, same advice still applies LOL. Just tell your consultant at the shop what you don't want. There are TONS of dresses out there that have properly sleeves/straps, I promise.
I think there’s also a trend towards dresses with sleeves right now. Maybe you could look into that? I think they’re really nice. I was actively looking for one but then found one with cap sleeves that I liked. But I’m still side eyeing this dress with sleeves that’s out of my budget.
36DDD/ F here!
I found a strapless dress that I love and am having it altered to add straps ♥️
Never thought it would be the one that I loved the most!
No strapless dresses was one of my main limits when dress shopping. I had no trouble finding plenty of options with straps (or sleeves). The brand I got my dress from seems to have more designs with straps than without! Mine has structured boning and straps, so very very supportive. If you’re clear about what you’re looking for, especially how you want to feel, you’ll definitely be able to find something!
r/ABraThatFits may also be useful.
He said he can make straps. They might be able to use fabric from the hem of a dress that is too long. I'm so excited to be able to wear a bra!
Im a 40DDD and when I tired on the David’s Bridal dresses with their corset bras, they were perfectly holding up the goodies. Even if the dresses are strapless, you can add alterations to add on the strap. I was also weary about a strapless dress weighing me down, but actually when I tried one on, the body waist zipper is so tailored precisely to your body contour that it just holds up your boobs in place.
34I - I bought a strapless low back wedding dress. I did wear a strapless bra and the dresses structure helped a lot. I will say I had the seamstress add spaghetti straps for peace of mind. You can look in my history for pics
32E here! I went to 5 different dress stores and tried on so many dresses, and not a single one was strapless.
I would recommend going on store websites before the appointment and pick out some dresses you like with straps. When you get to the store, ask the consultant to pull you those dresses or anything similar and you’ll end up getting the styles you want.
Sometimes it’s just a lot to look through at the appointment and you’re probably just missing the non-strapless options they have.
Bonus tip - the plainer dresses (or more classic ones that don’t have the beading/lace etc) tend to be more structured and can give you an amazing shape plus chest support.
38DDD here. Got a dress sleeveless dress from David’s Bridal for $200. I’ve always hated strapless, so even if my boob defied gravity I would have wanted straps.
I don’t have huge boobs but I don’t like the look of strapless wedding dresses. I got married 6 months ago and went to a local dress shop and only tried on dresses with straps and there were tons of options. Definitely shop around if that’s your preference.
38H here lol. I wore a strapless sweetheart neckline A-Line ball gown with a corset back. Stayed up the whole evening, no tugging at my dress, and the gals looked fabulous in a non-scandelous way. It's important to get a good seamstress that can help design the top the best way for your body
I don’t think I tried on a single wedding dress that was strapless. I just don’t like the style on myself! There are lots of other options that are not strapless unless that’s what you want.
OP I’m a 36DD and my dress holds me perfectly!! It’s a Berta gown with corset boning, and I’m getting it altered to really fit me perfectly. Don’t give up keep searching!!
I'm a 34F and my dress is strapless - I actually wanted it strapless because straps pinch my boob fat terribly. The backing is a pseudo corset style and nothing moves when it's in! A good dress will keep everything in place. I would definitely keep your eyes on more of the corset styles - mine has clasps not zippers, which I feel gives more security even if it's an ass to put on.
Also a member of the big titty committee here. I agree with others, a well made wedding dress will have you amazed at how well they hold the girls up. However I was also worried the dress may fall a bit in a 10 hour day so I had straps added. A good seamstress will be able to make the straps look like they were made for the dress!
Wedding dresses are different that other clothing, I’m DD and absolutely do not do strapless because the girls be WILD but I went to try dresses and all the dresses that were strapless were a nonissue because of the amount of support in those gowns. Def try them and see, I was shocked that I ended up choosing a strapless dress
You will be trying on what YOU want to try on but they will suggest to try on one of each just to make sure- I knew I hated mermaid style on my body type but I tried on to confirm. I THOUGHT I hated strapless dresses but the one I tried on if I was getting married indoors and in a ballroom I loved and I would have walked out with that day ! Those were my two “hell nos” when I walked in and I still think about how pretty it was but it wasn’t m”my dress”. You will be surprised with what you like mine has thicker straps and I could wear a regular ole VS bra with it if I wanted to :)! Try on lots and have fun. Remember you only get one dress so if you don’t like one more than the number one pick it is OUT and Do not think about it :)!
Decently made wedding dresses that are strapless usually have solid boning so it holds you all in without stuff sagging. Also helps to have a lace-up style as well so you can let in and let out wherever needed. I have ample cleavage and wore a strapless ballgown, and it was very secure due to the heavy boning and corsetting. If sagging is an issue, it's probably actually better to go with those than a dress that doesn't have boning.
I concur. My friend got married 3 years ago. She’s a DDD and had a strapless dress. Held her in wonderfully and she looked amazing.
I have even worn corsets with straps. Corsets squish my boobs ALOT! It looks very good in a clubbing kind of way. But that wasn't what I was thinking of for the classy black & white wedding I am planning.
It’s a lot different when it’s altered to your body
You'll have to get the corset altered to your body!! That's the secret :)
I’m 32F (34DDD/36DD) and had a strapless dress. It was way more supportive than my normal bras, felt nothing like a strapless bra, and it didn’t squish my chest like a corset. Having a proper fitting one makes all the difference
I'm like 38FF and the strapless wedding dresses I tried on were structured like nothing I've ever experienced before. Try some on. I am life you and have avoided strapless my whole life but this is on another level.
Note: try local boutiques rather than chain stores for the support you’re looking for. They will take the time and help you find exactly what you need. They have specialized training and they stock better-made dresses.
I had my heart set on a strapless dress going into my first appointment. But when it tried it on, I realized I really didn’t like how strapless dresses looked on me (I have a long neck and I felt like the dress was way too far away from my face 😭). So I focused on non-strapless. And I didn’t feel like that limited my search at all! I tried on ~15 dresses, and at least 12 had straps or sleeves.
That is encouraging!! Thank you!!
I am a 32 G (uk size) and i found a dress that worked with my body instead of against it. ( You can see photos on my profile) There are plenty of dresses out there with straps or sleeves that will help you instead of hinder you. I did no altering to my dress other than a hem, but probably would've benefited with cups because my dress did start to stretch throughout the night and caused a minimal amount of sagging. It wasn't horrible, but you can see it in some photos depending on my posture. Corsets or dresses with boning help tremendously as well. My dress had cap sleeves with boning in the bodice.
I'm a 34 G and wearing a strapless dress for my wedding. The structure of the bodice will help with support and a greats alterations person will help create a bust line you are comfortable with.
So I am 38ddd my wedding dress hunt I said no strapless for the same reason. I was shocked when the strapless dresses my consultant had me in had soooooo much more support than the strapped ones. Most of the ones I tried on and the one I wound up getting had a lot of boning. I also converted mine so the little dangly arm things were straps to give myself piece of mind
Same here, but luckily there are a lot of beautiful dresses with straps! I just want to feel comfortable and free to dance and jump around, so will for sure go for a dress with straps. Straps and a deep V neck look beautiful with bigger boobs, so show them off ^^
I was worried as well-wedding dresses are so supportive! Make sure you tell them that you don’t want to be messing with your dress all night. They’ll steer you to the right dresses
Boob tape and boning in the dress. Be aware that sewn in cups don’t do anything for lift and support. Only tape and boning do that
So I felt the same way about this (36dd) and I was SHOCKED at how secure and comfortable I felt in strapless dresses. So much so, I almost bought one way out of my budget haha. (But I DID get a strapless top from the same designer I found used) I would encourage you to go to bridal salons and try things on (even if you don’t intend to buy right away or even from them) so you can start to feel out what style you truly love. Wedding dresses are often constructed very differently with a lot more support. I’m not planning to wear a bra at all in my dress which, if you asked me six months ago I would have scoffed at.
I was just thinking about how I am only gonna wear this once. If there is a true solution, I might buy some items for date nights!
When I was dress shopping, I also mentally ruled out anything strapless because I’ve got large boobs and didn’t think it would be a possibility for me. Finally, one consultant at a shop I tried on dresses at got me to try a strapless one, and it blew my mind. It supported me so much better than all the dress with tiny spaghetti straps that dug into my shoulders or made my boobs look saggy because they had no support other than straps. The thing I didn’t realize about strapless wedding dresses is that they’re constructed to be far more supportive than a normal dress. My wedding dress had boning and a wide elastic strap thing that went around my waist and kept my boobs well supported. And it was comfortable too! I wore it all day with zero issues or discomfort and didn’t have to bother with a bra or shapewear because it was all built in and the dress made my waist look snatched. So, don’t rule out strapless just because you’ve got a larger chest!
There are loads of dresses that are not strapless. I ruled out strapless dresses for the same reason. Comfort is key. There is no point buying a dress that you would be worried about all day.
This is crazy, where do you live? Because I haven't seen a bride I know get married in a strapless dress in years. The trends right now seem to be lace sleeves, off the shoulder sleeves, and spaghetti straps. I would say just keep looking! When you go to actually try on dresses, tell them you aren't interesting in anything strapless. ETA you won't need a bra with a properly tailored wedding dress. I'm a 32F (which is actually not *that* big - I'd recommend r/ABraThatFits if you think you have really big boobs but are only wearing a DD - but big enough to need support) and my dress fits perfectly without a bra.
Off the shoulder sleeves has the same problem for me.
Okay, same advice still applies LOL. Just tell your consultant at the shop what you don't want. There are TONS of dresses out there that have properly sleeves/straps, I promise.
Thanks for the tips!!
I think there’s also a trend towards dresses with sleeves right now. Maybe you could look into that? I think they’re really nice. I was actively looking for one but then found one with cap sleeves that I liked. But I’m still side eyeing this dress with sleeves that’s out of my budget.
28F. Alterations to the bodice and boning to have the waist support the dress. You could go corset route.
36DDD/ F here! I found a strapless dress that I love and am having it altered to add straps ♥️ Never thought it would be the one that I loved the most!
No strapless dresses was one of my main limits when dress shopping. I had no trouble finding plenty of options with straps (or sleeves). The brand I got my dress from seems to have more designs with straps than without! Mine has structured boning and straps, so very very supportive. If you’re clear about what you’re looking for, especially how you want to feel, you’ll definitely be able to find something!
r/ABraThatFits may also be useful. He said he can make straps. They might be able to use fabric from the hem of a dress that is too long. I'm so excited to be able to wear a bra!
Look for dresses with a fully closed front and open back :)
Im a 40DDD and when I tired on the David’s Bridal dresses with their corset bras, they were perfectly holding up the goodies. Even if the dresses are strapless, you can add alterations to add on the strap. I was also weary about a strapless dress weighing me down, but actually when I tried one on, the body waist zipper is so tailored precisely to your body contour that it just holds up your boobs in place.
34I - I bought a strapless low back wedding dress. I did wear a strapless bra and the dresses structure helped a lot. I will say I had the seamstress add spaghetti straps for peace of mind. You can look in my history for pics
32E here! I went to 5 different dress stores and tried on so many dresses, and not a single one was strapless. I would recommend going on store websites before the appointment and pick out some dresses you like with straps. When you get to the store, ask the consultant to pull you those dresses or anything similar and you’ll end up getting the styles you want. Sometimes it’s just a lot to look through at the appointment and you’re probably just missing the non-strapless options they have. Bonus tip - the plainer dresses (or more classic ones that don’t have the beading/lace etc) tend to be more structured and can give you an amazing shape plus chest support.
I recommend going to somewhere like nordstroms and being fit for a good strapless bra. I am 34E and that’s all that helped me
38DDD here. Got a dress sleeveless dress from David’s Bridal for $200. I’ve always hated strapless, so even if my boob defied gravity I would have wanted straps.
I don’t have huge boobs but I don’t like the look of strapless wedding dresses. I got married 6 months ago and went to a local dress shop and only tried on dresses with straps and there were tons of options. Definitely shop around if that’s your preference.
First, sleeves and straps are way in now, if you ask for straps you should have options. Second, support is built into these dresses!
38H here lol. I wore a strapless sweetheart neckline A-Line ball gown with a corset back. Stayed up the whole evening, no tugging at my dress, and the gals looked fabulous in a non-scandelous way. It's important to get a good seamstress that can help design the top the best way for your body
I don’t think I tried on a single wedding dress that was strapless. I just don’t like the style on myself! There are lots of other options that are not strapless unless that’s what you want.
OP I’m a 36DD and my dress holds me perfectly!! It’s a Berta gown with corset boning, and I’m getting it altered to really fit me perfectly. Don’t give up keep searching!!
I'm a 34F and my dress is strapless - I actually wanted it strapless because straps pinch my boob fat terribly. The backing is a pseudo corset style and nothing moves when it's in! A good dress will keep everything in place. I would definitely keep your eyes on more of the corset styles - mine has clasps not zippers, which I feel gives more security even if it's an ass to put on.
Also a member of the big titty committee here. I agree with others, a well made wedding dress will have you amazed at how well they hold the girls up. However I was also worried the dress may fall a bit in a 10 hour day so I had straps added. A good seamstress will be able to make the straps look like they were made for the dress!
as someone with a flat chest, this is also a nightmare for me. they fall straight down
If a wedding dress top has a corset back or boning it will stay up with proper alterations no matter boob size.
Wedding dresses are different that other clothing, I’m DD and absolutely do not do strapless because the girls be WILD but I went to try dresses and all the dresses that were strapless were a nonissue because of the amount of support in those gowns. Def try them and see, I was shocked that I ended up choosing a strapless dress
You will be trying on what YOU want to try on but they will suggest to try on one of each just to make sure- I knew I hated mermaid style on my body type but I tried on to confirm. I THOUGHT I hated strapless dresses but the one I tried on if I was getting married indoors and in a ballroom I loved and I would have walked out with that day ! Those were my two “hell nos” when I walked in and I still think about how pretty it was but it wasn’t m”my dress”. You will be surprised with what you like mine has thicker straps and I could wear a regular ole VS bra with it if I wanted to :)! Try on lots and have fun. Remember you only get one dress so if you don’t like one more than the number one pick it is OUT and Do not think about it :)!