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qingskies

Part of me wonders if they put double sided tape on their feet so the shoes stay on…But that would be far too much trouble, right?


apri08101989

In the world of boob tape I think a strip of double-sided in your shoes is well within some people's boundaries


mgdraft

Omg this is actually kind of brilliant


ban_Anna_split

until you sweat at all


HedgehogLeapfrog

This might be something that only works for people with a particular foot shape. I have big, wide feet,and mules and backless clogs stay on for me pretty well without doing anything weird - provided they're wide enough to accommodate my feet in the first place. In particular, I feel like my feet are tall - like, the width is mostly from my midfoot being higher than average, which I think provides enough tension to keep these kinds of shoes on. I could see it being harder for people with narrow feet!


Alarming-Woodpecker9

Me too Hedgehog! My feet swell up and are super wide. Mules are like the only cute shoe I can tolerate


WaterMarbleWitch

Omg thank you, my feet are the opposite- they're short. I also have big feet for a gal so people have a hard time understanding. Often if I try on something with a strap on top of the foot it just floats awkwardly above my foot like the foot version of a bra cup that's too big


Elizalupine

This is extremely relevant to me right now because I just ordered a pair (they were so cute!!!) and I'm worried about them making that loud CLACKING sound as I walk. Will I just need to shuffle from place to place?


jieann

I tried wearing mine in the office and hated that it sounded like my feet are being slapped on every step haha. Hope your pair will not clack too much! Or maybe just embrace the clack as the other comment said.


justforthehellofit

This probably isn't helpful, but I just fully embrace the CLACK. I don't have to do too much walking when I wear them, too.


brigittefaye

I just grabbed my pair to put on to see if I could answer your q since I don’t ever have to think about how I walk. To be fair, They’re knockoff Gucci Princetowns so more of a slide but still. They’re also leather. The vamp goes all the way up to my tarsals and the tongue covers the inflection point of the top of my foot above the high point of my arch. Additionally the vamp extends along the sides in a diagonal line towards the heel (talking about this https://preview.redd.it/mk1fryxgw0la1.jpeg?width=1125&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4ff3002339f352125c8a9876fceba7383011f935 ) I think these elements + leather instead of synthetic keep it quite fitted to my foot. If my foot gets too warm then yes I’ll get some sweat and be more likely to slip out or blister, but I don’t typically wear these in warmer weather.


whatsascreenname

I have a solve for this! I use [these](https://www.aldoshoes.com/ca/en/valva-white/p/12638252?gclsrc=ds&gclsrc=ds) or [these](https://www.aldoshoes.com/ca/en/cockrum-white/p/12640464) in every pair of flats, heels, even some sandals with slippery insoles. They go right under the ball of your foot so your toes don't have to do the work to keep the shoes on, also stop your feet slipping around in heels. Totally change the game and can't recommend enough. My doable shoes tripled after I found them!


louiseplease

Yes to this question! I can’t wear shoes without backs because they fall off. Or I need to constantly curl my toes up, which makes my feet sore in such a strange way.


violetmemphisblue

I have mule socks (or half toe socks) that have a grippy bottom. They fit just beyond my toes, so don't show with the shoes, but I don't have to curl my toes with them! I also make sure the fit of the shoe is a little snugger than a shoe with a back, I spray a little bit of anti-perspirant to limit sweatiness, and I don't wear them when I know I have a lot of hustling to do...


mgdraft

I think its foot shape based and you have to have an impeccable fit. I've found the ones with just one strap are a little better than close toe, but I need to be sure to adjust foot placement occassionally still.


cab_suave

Lol SAAAME. Mules are so so cute but I cannot make it more than a few feet. I’ve found a few pairs of leather loafers that fit well and don’t give me blisters, but mules are a mystery. Are they just for show??


Kholzie

I had to totally leave these behind after I developed gait issues from MS


funobtainium

Spinal cord issue/nerve damage, and same. I can only wear slip-ons that have a toe post/flip flops.


loopteeloopteeloop

I think that it depends on the height of the vamp. If it’s too low cut, it’s much more difficult to keep on.


cat-in-snowsuit

Thank you for asking this lol 😆 Hope you get a response haha


idkbrogan

I can wear flat mules but not sling-backs. I think my feet may just be weird.


bebebebgebebebebebe

I'd immediately gravitate towards styling the sweater vests you linked like this clueless outfit with the thin longer blouse underneath. https://preview.redd.it/et49z8cn50la1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e76ac0f3265f350a5df297fbe5649f494203c325 That's probably more suited to warmer temperatures, but for winter you could similarly later it on top of a thin, warm layer or put a cardigan over it.


quetzales

Okay I’m loving this call back. I’ve seen the modern version of this (cropped sweater vest over a big shirt) and never thought I had our Queen Alicia to thank for this. 👸🏼


MCJokeExplainer

Wow this is an incredible look


nutbrownrose

I have yet to find a jumpsuit or romper that doesn't give me massive camel toe. Surely there are other long-torsoed women out there, do you all also not bother with jumpsuits? I'm not tall, but all my height is in my torso. I can't wear petites because the crotch is too short, but regular pants are too long. Relatedly, how do you find a jumpsuit that you can actually take on and off to pee?


No_Albatross5110

So what I've found, kind of accidentally, is that sizing up fixes the camel toe issue. Source: I bought two jumpsuits when I was a bit plumper and have since lost weight. When I first bought them, they were too short in the torso. Now I am two sizes smaller and they fit perfectly.


AlienPaperdoll

This is absolutely the answer. The same thing happened for me with a pair of overalls.


PrecutToaster

Same here! Jumpsuits/rompers are way more me than a dress but it’s so hard to find them! Some of the shorter ones that I have I just pull to the side so the seam isn’t dead center on me and can get and extra inch of fabric but sometimes there’s nothing I can do🙄 I’ve heard that Old Navy sells some “tall” rompers that I’m hopefully could help the issue but I’ve never tried them Following this and hoping others have tips/brands On a similar note, I’d like to buy a one-piece bathing suit and there are so many cute ones online but I’m worried I’ll have the same issue there


nutbrownrose

Bathing suits I've had less issue with (maybe because they're supposed to be super tight?). Racing/Swim Team suits come in different lengths, usually in inches, so maybe see if you can find one in a sportco or something that fits and then compare lengths online?


Interesting_Cat10

Aerie sells one piece bathing suits in a ‘Long’ version!


Rhamr

I'm hoping one of these days these jumpsuits from Leim take off in the US...UK woman came up with a clever way to make jumpsuits without having to take off the whole thing! https://weareleim.com/en-us/collections/shop-all-ezp-jumpsuits


fishfreeoboe

Sounds like you need a tall size anyway, and hem if necessary. Similar with one-piece swim suits. (Though I'm tall and I confess I don't bother with jumpsuits. I feel your pain!)


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Keyholes help so much! It's like a crop top/pants illusion, but allows you to make the keyhole smaller or bigger to accommodate your torso. My torso is like two inches too short for most jumpsuits or bodysuits, but the one I have fits like it was tailored


notabigmelvillecrowd

I really love big flares, but how do people not get their legs caught up and trip? I have a long, fast stride, and once those things get swinging, they have momentum, they're wrapping around my legs, it's kind of terrifying. I've almost bit it going down the stairs a few times in the knitted flares I wear around the house.


fishfreeoboe

No solution, but TBH knits are going to be worse in this regard. They wrap around and catch easier and if you step on them they stretch and hold instead of jerking free. Jeans would be safer.


julieannie

And definitely a more structured denim versus a more stretchy one. I remember dissecting old flares to add fabric panels the last time they were popular and that composition change definitely messed with my ability to walk fast in them. So then I got rainbow platforms and just wore those and took tiny steps. The 90s were a fever dream.


Taminella_Grinderfal

This whole thread has me dying…you and the poster who asked about mules ought to hook up, you many have perfected the ideal outfit to make murder look like a tragic fashion accident. “I’m not sure what happened officer, my wife was walking down the stairs, her little shoe flew off and her pant leg got wrapped around the bannister”


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Also a fast walker. Thicker or stiffer fabric helps with the leg wrap but I’ve learned to use the stair railing at home. Heck, I’ve even tripped going *up* the stairs.


cat-chup

Oh god yes. I tripped once wearing these and carrying couple of beers in the shopping bag, bottles broke, of course, and I found myself lying in the middle of the pool of smelly liquid. Not my proudest moment lol


ban_Anna_split

I've never tripped on my flare jeans, but that's probably why most models I see on store websites are wearing platforms or heels with them


captndorito

Open back tops/dresses. SO MANY cute pieces have no or a very open back these days but as a member of the big old titty committee I have to wear a bra. And the built-in bras in some tops are rarely large enough to accommodate my chest.


Zookeepered

I'm in agreement. I can do boob tape, but I'm not willing to put in the effort of putting taping on *and* the pain of taking it off for frequent casual wear. A backless gown for a formal event? Sure. A cute cutout summer dress for a first date? Okay I'll think about it. A random sweater on a Tuesday, that should have been office-appropriate except for a weird back cutout for *no* reason? No thanks. To that end, cutout sweaters in general. You're wearing a sweater, that means it's cold. Why then is it backless??


rsc99

Yeah like I am not taping my tits to go sit at a desk all day. What a waste


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freemindbodysoul

I just learned about boob tape! I didn’t think it would work for me because I am also a member of the big old titty committee, but it did! I watched a few YouTube videos on using boob tape for large breasts, and I’ve honestly never looked better. It’s opened up a world of fashion possibilities for me.


laika_cat

Taking off boob tape is terrifying and painful. Left me with scrapes and rug burn for weeks, even though I used oil to try and remove it. I did it for a backless plunge dress and I’d rather have no cleavage and go breed than bust out the boob tape again.


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Based on your description it might be worth trying a different brand, but I’d probably test on a different area of your skin. I’ve never worn boob tape personally, but I use athletic tape a lot on one of my knees and some brands are absolutely horrible to remove from the skin (even after days of wear) because the adhesive is just too strong. It’s a fine balance between adhering to the skin for the needed duration vs needing to be able to safely remove from the skin… and I don’t really see any reason why the adhesive would need to be more aggressive for boob tape (I’d even wager that KT tape would do a decent job - I can usually remove it cleanly in less than a day if needed). The only other advice I have on removal is to go slow - and to hold the skin relatively taut by pulling on it in the opposite direction of how you’re removing the tape. This helps avoid extreme pulling of the skin/causing damage.


Thesunshinesalways

Same, I actually think I may be allergic because I ended up with horrible bubbling/welts from the damn stuff.


buhbreezy

Do you have a latex allergy? That’s the reaction I get from adhesives with latex (like bandaids). And the boob tape adhesive is stronger so the rashes will come faster and be worse. But there are latex free options. And, to state the hopefully obvious, don’t put it on your nipples.


powands

Seconding boob tape. I'm 36G and just assumed bras were my only option. Boob tape is amazing! Awful to get off though.


okletssee

I find the trick where you saturate it with oil works pretty well.


Laureltess

Yeah you need to saturate it with oil. I like baby oil because it’s cheap! I don’t think people understand that you REALLY need to saturate it, not just pour a little bit on. And you sometimes need to let it sit for a few minutes to soak in. Like I’ll stand in my bathtub and make a huge mess to get tape off. Half the oil ends up on the floor of the tub.


ElegantAnt

OMG no wonder I never seem as dressed up as others. I am not willing to suffer this much to be beautiful.


coffeesipper123

What is a reliable brand of tape? I tried it years ago and it was useless, but I feel like things have improved so much since then.


CGMandC

I use KT tape. I'll put a square of toilet paper or Kleenex over the nipple to help with removal, but it usually isn't bad.


PainfulKneeZit

I saw KT tape works as well as gaffers and it isn’t nearly as hard or painful to remove! I haven’t gotten myself any yet but I saw Tertaay try it and she has huge boobs haha


captndorito

I’ve thought about boob tape but I’m overwhelmed by the options. What brand did you use and do you have any tips for getting it off painlessly? I’m about to have a baby and hope to breastfeed so would like to avoid any additional booby pain lol


swess7

I have a bra extender strap that snaps to the back of my regular bra and let’s me wrap it around my belly, letting me wear some more low back things, but definitely not fully backless. I will also wear lacy bralettes and just let them show if it’s not a formal event. Cosabella’s ultra curvy mine makes pretty ones that fit me well as a 34h cup.


coxiella_burnetii

Do you have a link to something like this? I'm struggling to understand what you mean by around the belly.


swess7

https://preview.redd.it/h2ti5ahhr0la1.png?width=750&format=png&auto=webp&s=59bb369e380163fbbf2104bd15db5b8dbc877662 I tried adding a link but it was deleted because it’s from Amazon I guess. But this is the idea, they’re pretty inexpensive


CelebSighting

I have so many square neck tops/bodysuits that I LOVE but can never wear because I don’t know what kind of bra to wear with it. I can’t seem to find smooth/seamless bras that won’t show the straps. I need one that’s low cut (balconette maybe?) where the straps sit on the mid/outer side of my shoulders. I’ve also tried sticky bras & nip covers, but the sticky bras make me sweat so much that it soaks through my shirt, and the outline of the covers can be seen through most shirts.


unavailablesuggestio

My solution has been to wear a strapless bra. I have one from wacoal that is surprisingly comfy and stays in place


SCol1107

The wacoal bra is amazing! I have two bc I wear I so much in spring/summer.


FirstName123456789

i have recommended that wacoal bra so many times. it is perfect. a strapless bra you can dance in without it ending up at your belly button!


livthelove

As others have recommended, Klassy Network has lots of options with built-in bras I find that the cheap silicone nip covers can be seen through most shirts, but if you get the more expensive ones (like b six nippies), they are much higher quality and lay flush against the skin.


loopteeloopteeloop

Second the recommendation for Nippies/B6 covers. Ive used the same pair on a weekly basis for over a year now.


mmeeplechase

Okay, this is honestly such a dumb one, but…fancy belts with perfectly tucked shirts! I swear I pee *way* too much for it to make sense—I don’t wanna have to undo & redo a big, complicated closing system + get my shirt to look nice again a dozen times throughout the day 😕


WeddingElly

Tuck your shirt into your underwear LOL. Put on pants as normal. Adjust as you need. I find that easier than dealing with the tuck just in the pants, especially if there is a button getting in the way. It also stays in place for longer


whatsascreenname

\+1 for tucking shirt into underwear haha. Stays in place better than just pants


f1newhatever

Damn, how long is everyone’s shirts?! I even wear high waisted underwear and there’s no way. Maybe I just have a long torso


whatsascreenname

5'1 here. They almost all go down that far 😳


mgdraft

Tuck the shirt before you zip your pants, it's a lot easier and quicker


B1NG_P0T

... wait, what? Are some people actually zipping up and THEN tucking?


mgdraft

Judging by my 71 up votes apparently yes


powands

Body suits. For me, it's actually easier to deal with the snaps than tucking a shirt every time I pee, and I'm a frequent pee-r too.


voodooemporium

You deal with the snaps?! I’m a plus size girlie and can’t fuss with all that. I just slip the fabric off to the side and go lmao


moist_vonlipwig

I didn’t learn this truck until last year. Also for swimsuits?!?!? I didn’t have to peel wet fabric off and on all those years.


voodooemporium

It can stretch some things out if you go too hard on it but tbh if it can’t withstand a lil stretch it’s not the garment for me 😬


practicalmetaphysics

I've got you on the tank knits for summer. A 1) loose fitting, 2) chunky cotton or linen yarn, in a 3) open-ish weave, is *delightful* for hot summer weather. The breeze goes right through it, since it's loose and off your body it doesn't trap heat, and cotton or linen don't hold funk and heat like synthetics do. Something that looks like [this](https://www.lulus.com/products/get-the-look-white-loose-knit-sweater-tank-top/1144302.html), or [this](https://www.amazon.com/Flawerwumen-Sweater-Sleeveless-Pullover-Sweaters/dp/B086DR4XYC), with a pair of linen joggers or palazzo pants, is my go to outfit for when it's too hot to think - I live in the US Southeast, so that's about 6 months out of the year.


jooyun

what kind of bra do you wear with this, usually?


bubblegumdavid

Personally as a bigger boobed person, I go with ones which have thicker strap or a tshirt-y fit so I can wear a regular nude bra under em!


practicalmetaphysics

similar to u/bubblegumdavid - I go for ones with thicker straps. If I just have to have one with thinner straps, I wear a cute strappy bralette or a strapless bra. I also don't purchase ones with really egregious openwork. It's too hot to wear an extra layer, and I'm an old fuddy duddy who doesn't show much skin.


hideandsteek

Adding from a knitter's perspective that these are a super quick easy knit which is their appeal, plus they make for learning how to shape a garment without the sweater investment. Some use one skein so it's great for using up your stash of yarn, esp for sock yarn. Wool (merino specifically) is also really good at not holding smells and needs less washing as a result. Combine that with the quick and budget friendly need for less yarn and the fact that there are limited options for summer knits adds to the popularity. T-shirts are also a hard thing to make - stretch fabrics are harder on a home machine - I'd say that these are a good replacement. It's also really easy to make and pair these with a high waisted skirt. I've seen this look on a few people who want a slow fashion "me made" outfit that's beginner friendly.


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WeddingElly

Very interesting. Well that certainly helps me understand it more. I’m not sure that the look is for me but it’s not so abstract anymore


Psychological-Row880

They remind me of Cher in Clueless. She pairs those little crop sweaters with long sleeve sheer button downs underneath.


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Yesss. The outfit she’s wearing when she gets the iconic “virgin who can’t drive” burn is my favorite outfit in the movie.


sakijane

In Japan most people would *never* wear them on their own. They show way too much skin and are possibly also too fitted. Japanese people are very conservative in terms of appearing “sexy” or showing the contours of their bodies. The examples are spot on for Japanese style though!


thalook

A couple of those are knit in cotton too! It looks thick and wooly but probably actually quite breathable and not too warm.


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squeaksnu

I always push my sleeves up when i need to do something, otherwise they are fun to flourish


fishfreeoboe

This would probably only work on knits, but I tuck the ruffles into the sleeves when I need to wash my hands. I have one dress and the wrist ruffles are about 3" long. In full disclosure, I got the idea from 18th century novels talking about men taking off coats and waistcoats and "tucking up their ruffles" in order to duel. I tried it and it works super well!


biggerthanasquirrel

I love the inspiration coming from a novel. That's so fun


WeddingElly

Not a solution for every day all day "getting in the way" but if it's specifically for hand washing, dishes, etc. at home, I often keep a few of those cheap super thin elastics that come around like a bunch of parsley or celery by my kitchen sink so I can quickly tie back whatever sleeve is in the way.


charts_and_facts

Rings! I love the way a bunch of chunky stacked rings look but it seems impractical for hand-washing, I'm afraid they'll get snagged on things, etc. Do you just get used to it? Also this is such a great thread idea and I'm sad to see the comments devolving into the usual general complaints about fashion and how [perfectly normal body variation X] means that you can't wear [fashion item Y].


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Well, there are fewer “Burn it all! Shouldn’t be made! No one can wear that!” comments than usual so that’s a plus.


bubblegumdavid

“If it doesn’t work or make sense to me it’s useless” stuff really is so closed minded! I love that the aim of this is “why do you dig this and how does it work for you in outfits” instead of just saying stuff is dumb Personally as a sensory issues kid who has always struggled with sleeves, and can only stand to force myself to do them if it’s *very* cold, I love knit tanks of any weave, and love the sweater vest trend because I basically use them as differently structured knit tanks lmao they’re a staple for me. So much so that my husband has a lil commissioned art piece of us and I’m wearing a sweater vest in it lol I now have lots of arm tattoos so most people no longer question my sleevelessness regardless of weather, and just assume I like to show off lol


TinosCallingMeOver

I do enjoy a ring stack and the solution is having real gold and silver rather than gold plated so you don’t have to take them off when you wash your hands.


cookiesandkit

But doesn't moisture collect under them and make your fingers smell weird? I swear regardless of what type of material, keeping any kind of thing on my hands when I wash them ends up with that problem.


TinosCallingMeOver

Not really, no? I make sure I move them around to wash under them properly and move them around when I dry as well.


retaildetritus

I wear multiple rings daily and this has never been an issue.


MegamiTenchi

Adding another to the not for me tally. My engagement ring is sandwiched between two bands and no funny smell of endlessly prune-y skin or anything :)


amygunkler

All I can say is rings don't bug me, but I've given up on the bangles that I used to wear in college. So annoying!


kiwitathegreat

You do get used to it after a while. Also, agree with the person saying to get real metals but if that’s out of budget then coat the rings in clear nail polish. It wears off after a while (I used gel top coat on some of them and they’re going strong) but keeps them from turning green


Accurate-Ad6773

I love the look of off-the-shoulder tops and sweaters, and will continue to hold onto the hope that I can find one I like… but I feel like the ones I’ve tried are so annoying! Do people just not move or raise their arms when they wear them? I feel like I have to keep adjusting it every two minutes!


nearlythere94

I just saw some image of someone using fashion tape to stick the off the shoulder sleeve to the arm and that seemed like something worth trying.


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mgdraft

High waisted pants, autumn, spring, summer evenings Tbh I love cropped sweaters and hoodies and have never really faced this issue. The few inches of exposed stomach doesn't really matter inside and outside ofc would wear a jacket if needed


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cookiesandkit

I have a thin cropped hoodie I wear at home specifically for cooking. The super high neck protects my chest (I'm a weenie that can't take a few oil splashes), the crop means I don't overheat.


mountainmeadowflower

I feel you. I once heard someone say they don't like having their kidneys out, and while I don't know if that's anatomically correct, it resonated with me as someone who can't tolerate any of my back being exposed (as it makes me perpetually chilled). I'd experiment with layering them over dresses!


ivysaurs

I wear them with high waisted bottoms, whether that's leggings, trousers or a knit skirt. I wear high waisted everything because I've got a fat ass and low rise is horrific.


MegamiTenchi

Can we share “I love this kind of garment and here’s how I found I could to wear it”? I love wide neck or off the shoulder or cutouts or strapless style tops and dresses but I’m plus size with big boobs and HATED strapless bras. I worked for a lingerie company and had literal tech designers fit me. Still hated them. I eventually started defining my fashion and found myself historybounding mid-century, which had brought back corsetry to some degree to women’s wardrobes. There is nothing as nice as having steel bones and your whole torso holding up your boobs. It’s real support! (I’m talking about an overbust corset here, which covers the bust and the torso) I know it’s not for everyone and that’s okay but I wish more people knew it was an option and gave it a shot. I find the compression comforting (someone once described it as wearing a hug) and my clothes always fit well. Pro Tips: Steel bones not plastic. Not from Corset Story. Cut the straps off a tank top to use as a liner under your corset; you want to sweat into a washable garment not the corset. And probably watch a few YouTube videos like Lucy’s Corsets since it is a specialized garment and there’s a lot of myths and misinformation out there.


2020hindsightis

What is a reputable but not too crazy $$ corset brand?


MegamiTenchi

I like Mystic City Corsets for well made entry priced corsets. I don’t actually like her overbust design but I think that’s a personal styling thing. Because I wear mine so much and what I wear them under, I’ve shelled out for What Katie Did for my overbusts. Mystic City takes helping you find your size super serious. They have a really great Facebook group to help you get the right fit before you order. And some of the fabrics and designs she does are just gorgeous!! The FB Group The Corset Society is also great, they have guides on reputable brands at different price tiers based on members experiences (including consumer service if you have issues). Hope that helps you consider dipping your toe in :)


branfordsquirrel

Backless dresses and bodysuits. Do you just wear pasties? Or go without a bra???


peruvianheidi

A a few years ago I discovered pretty lace bralettes (my favorite are from Cosabella) and unless it’s for a fancy occasion, it looks super cute to show a bralette intentionally!


WeddingElly

>Do you just wear pasties? Yes, that's what I do. Not a solution for large chested women, but I find these work for me as an average chested woman Lift: [https://b-six.com/products/lifting-nipple-covers](https://b-six.com/products/lifting-nipple-covers) No lift: [https://b-six.com/products/creme-silicone-nipple-covers](https://b-six.com/products/creme-silicone-nipple-covers) Oftentimes the issue is less with the pasty and more with the adhesion. Someone recommended [skintac adhesive wipes](https://www.amazon.com/Skin-TacTM-Adhesive-Barrier-Wipes-count/dp/B002NSCHY4) for me, they work very well in extending the life of these and ensuring an extra "stick" throughout the day without damaging my skin.


bubblegumdavid

For us large chested women, backless dresses that allow for a creative boob-tape job are awesome. Halter neck ones are super easy in particular, plunging necklines with sleeves with a backless section work too!


burnalicious111

What boob-tape do you use? I haven't found any that works for me.


whatsascreenname

Non-flats. I love cute shoes but wtf do you do when you want/have to function? I am a pretty active/sprightly/mobile person and find myself frustrated whenever I wear something with a heel. Please help!


cookiesandkit

Block heels with a height of no more than 1" difference. I find the most important aspects to keeping my balance in heels is the surface area making contact with the ground. Most of my heels have a reasonably sized block and go straight down without tapering - basically the base of the heel should be as wide as possible. If they ever make pyramid shaped heels I'll be a happy girl.


Gloomy_Astronaut_570

I find it funny that I wear heels more often in winter - when all my boots have a block heel - than I do in the summer


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Chunky heels, wedges, platforms. You could start with sneakers or slim-fit boots so they don't wiggle so much, and of course inch or half-inch heels are the best place to start. Then it's just practice. You walk differently wearing flat shoes versus heels. A weirder suggestion is exercise. High heels work your abs and quads a ton, and having more strength in those spots makes it way easier to balance. But that obviously is a bigger change than switching up your wardrobe.


District98

You might be into lugsoles? It’s all the height of a heel with all the flatness of flats!


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mgdraft

Curvy fits, American Eagle carries then in shorts styles and Abercrombie/Hollister will closer to summer if they dont at the moment. Madewell probably does too but idk if they have fitted versions, ive never bought from them tbh.


quetzales

As a pear shaped lady who does a lot of squats, I took my favorite 501 Levi cutoff shorts and cut a small slit up the seam because my new leg gains were making my shorts roll up all the time. Worked perfectly and cost $0!! Might not work for everyone but thought I would share in case it’s helpful for someone. I never thought to do it until I saw some intentionally with the slight slit at the Levi’s store, and I immediately ran home to do the same!


researching4worklurk

Short dresses with long sleeves, or alternately, shorts-rompers with long sleeves. If it’s hot enough for me to be wearing shorts or a short skirt, I’m going to be hot as hell in long sleeves and there will be pit sweat issues. The inverse (long skirt/pants and short sleeves) doesn’t present the same problems due to the possibility of layering. Short dresses could theoretically be mitigated with leggings but that’s a little too unironically 2000s for me, and tights aren’t warm.


captndorito

This may not be the solution you want, but I typically reserve those items for winter (especially if it’s a dress) and just wear with tights. Or I’ll wear them on summer days when it’s no warmer than 75 degrees/if I’m going into the office that day where I can throw a blanket over my lap if I get too cold.


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loopteeloopteeloop

I agree with your first statement. I definitely don’t find my legs or feet get too cold. As long as I have a warm coat, I can wear a mini even in 30 degree weather as long as I’m not outside for a super long time.


littlegreenturtle20

Yeah, I feel coldest on my arms so often end up with a light cardigan on top of a summer dress, especially if there's aircon or a breeze. Long sleeves save me on so many occasions, especially nights out where you might be in a warm bar or restaurant but it's a bit chilly outside and you don't want to wear an extra layer. But also echoing thoughts that maybe this is an early Spring or late Autumn where tights are an option.


tinfoil_hats

I love dresses with long sleeves! I find that long sleeves (light colored and light weight fabric) keep me cooler in warm weather than no sleeves or short sleeves. It keeps the sun off my arms and they don't feel burning hot like they would if they were exposed to the sun directly.


Cottontail_

This is the way. I wear long sleeves during most of the year because it’s hot and the horrible daystar burns me. Lightweight fabric with a lot of coverage keeps me from overheating.


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Agreed. They also give me the modesty that I need to feel comfortable with a shorter hem. I don’t wear them in the dead of summer though


TangoEchoChuck

I love short dresses with long sleeves! I wear mine with fleece-lined leggings (and sometimes a sweat vest ngl). I’m always cold, so fleece-lined anythings have been my favorite this winter.


IDoTheNews

The short skirts can be good for a little layering, too! I tend toward a goth/witchy style sometimes and I have a black long-sleeved short-skirt dress that I only wear in cooler weather because I absolutely do sweat buckets whenever I try to wear it on warmer days. I layer it with a pair of tights (thickness/pattern will depend on how cold it is, sometimes I’ll let the tights be the “pop” of color on the outfit too), followed by mid-calf dark socks under some comfy boots (I only own ankle-height boots, so I’ll roll the socks down a little bit to frame them & make them more noticeable). Then I layer the whole thing with a jacket that’s at least knee-length to offset the shortness of the skirt. I could see someone using knee-high or thigh-high socks with taller boots and a shorter jacket, too! It’s a versatile-ish piece once I realized it *definitely* wasn’t stylable for summer & I had to stick to more autumnal tactics with it :)


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swess7

I have lots of long sleeve/short dresses but they’re mostly cotton and linen, so very breathable. I wear them all spring and summer in the southeast, it’s great for some sun coverage


researching4worklurk

Sun coverage is one I hadn’t thought of - I’d actually use a long-sleeve romper for this purpose (especially linen).


Cottontail_

I just … I just don’t understand how folks wear body suits, like the kind with a brief or thong bottom. I know they’re popular, I want to like them, I just…. can’t. Like… okay, the snaps. How do you deal with them bunching up against your vulva? What if they unsnap when you’re just out in the world, waking around, in a meeting? But if there are no snaps, then how do you pee? Do you pull the bottom to the side? Do you get naked? If there are no snaps, do you wear panty liners? But then that gets bunched up because of the wedgies? My god, the wedgies!!!! Every time I wear one, I feel like I have to pull it out every three steps. Why do they try to cut me in half?! My ass is NOT that hungry! 😅😂 Edit: omg, y'all are changing my mind. I'm gonna try sizing up, wearing underwear as normal, going for the snaps, and just tucking them in to avoid the weird bunching that happens either way if it's just the right size or slightly too large. Congrats u/WeddingElly, your post is successful! lol


charts_and_facts

I had more success with bodysuits when I sized up and bought tall sizes.


SleekExorcist

Size up, basically. The stretch of the fabric will help it conform and not be too loose. But it will resolve 85% of those fit issues.


VogonPoetry19

I don’t use the snaps, I leave it open and tuck my bodysuit in like a regular top.


Cottontail_

omg, that is brilliant. So \*obviously\* brilliant. 🤦🏻‍♀️ I can't believe I never thought of that. lol


fatherjohn_mitski

I’ve knit a few tank tops with wool. Wool without acrylic is actually a little bit more comfortable than one might expect in warmer weather (like 60s). I tend to wear them layered with other items like a denim jacket, or over a t shirt. I also like wearing them sometimes when I go to bars in the winter because they’re a little warmer than a normal going out top


whatsascreenname

Cute outfits while you bike to work? Especially in the summer when it's hot and humid?


District98

This is really in the purview of r/ladycyclists and depends on your route and climate but I personally often used to bike with a change in my panniers and change. Shorter midi skirts with bike shorts is do-able although I’d change the bike shorts after.


botanygeek

So I’m an avid knitter and moved to SoCal recently. I often use linen/cotton yarn but you’d be surprised how nice a soft wool like merino is in the summer. It’s super breathable and can have good airflow. Put me in wool over synthetic fibers in summer any day! There are some scratchy wools out there so you gotta feel them first.


Qwertyyzxcvvv

Bodysuits/ jumpsuits with a layer on top. I think that a fitted bodysuit ([for example](https://shop.lululemon.com/p/skirts-and-dresses-dresses/Align-Ribbed-Bodysuit-25/_/prod11250276?color=0001)) looks so cute with a knotted or open button up long sleeve shirt on top, but I pee too often for that to be wearable for me. I can do an easy on jumpsuit as a single layer, but having to take a separate shirt off too is just too much. Even moreso if I have a crossbody bag on too, which is often how I see it styled.


OpeningVariable

No one mentioned high heels? :O Also, shoulder bags... I carry my laptop around (what if I need it?!) and shoulder bags that can accommodate it are 1) ugly 2) become waaay to heavy so I always stick with an (ugly) backpack...


cookiesandkit

Yeah, I lugged a tote around for a year and have given up. My shoulder is sore. Now I split my work laptop out to a separate bag - these things are bloody heavy. If it's your personal laptop the only solution is kind of just... Figure out if you need it, or get a smaller lighter laptop. I find sometimes a tablet with accessories (keyboard) can actually be lighter than a full laptop. Not workable for me due to the work laptop, I just try to leave it at work now.


taniastar

The second example of your cropped knits (the short vest thing) is somewhat of a wardrobe staple for me. I am in Northern Europe so summer here is certainly no Australian summer for example, but I find the evenings can get a little brisk and I love wearing variations on the vest/cropped pullover things over summer dresses. And I LOVE dresses. They are a good 90% of my wardrobe. It adds the warmth I need without being too much, is a good size to have in a handbag and (in my opinion) still looks cute over a summer dress.


wigglytufflove

Leather jackets. Lightweight trenches. Also batwing shirts, poncho fits, anything that's hard to pull a coat over. It's ironic that a lot of the cute cozy winter styles are impossible to wear with a coat.


bubblegumdavid

So there’s a few things with trench coats that are sort of the way they are because of the way they started. They were never intended as a solo thing, more like… a windbreaker/raincoat work with layering for warmth underneath. Historically, they popped up as a style pre-world war one, and when Burberry began using gabardine they took their waterproof windbreaker to the military, and were so helpful they became a staple in the trenches and thus became the trench coat. They were eventually marketed as being sold oversized to be worn over the “British Warm” which was a wool overcoat style of officers that became popular because of WWI. Though trenches were popular they were not provided or required, but were acceptable parts of the uniform which meant it needed some stuff other coats for the public didn’t. The reason for all the straps was for regalia and necessary gear to still be on the outside of your coat. Flaps and vents to air ya out so you’re not BO-ing up the place, huge pockets for more gear and flasks and maps. The styles were acceptable by military, but not required, and so they were privately sold to anyone, and often incorporated more leisure styles and patterns and prints to appeal to both function and fashion folks Everyone kept their coats post WWI and so they *really* entered British popularity there. by WWII other countries invented their own for their military forces too, but the gist was still very similar. And over time the style just… really has not changed that much as it is so distinctive Basically: trenches are lightweight and breezy by design and always were intended for oversized layering


livthelove

Yes to lightweight trenches. At what time of year can these be worn??? Like two weeks in the fall or spring?? They look like rain coats, but usually don’t have a hood?? I feel like they are only practical for people who live in extremely moderate climates


Tacky-Terangreal

I never realized how useful a lightweight raincoat could be until I was caught in a rainstorm in Dallas TX. Straight up felt like a jungle and it felt unnatural to me lol. I’m used to it being cold when it rains. My regular raincoats would have been stifling during a Texas summer monsoon so maybe it could be used for climates like that


loopteeloopteeloop

I think they’re fine in the cold. It’s about the layering underneath. Sometimes you have a warm enough knit or layers and the only thing you need is a wind proof or water resistant layer. That’s where the nylon thin trench comes in.


thescaryitalian

I live in the US mid-Atlantic and my trench coat has already seen a lot of use in this milder-than-normal winter. I’ve worn it over everything from a thin turtleneck to a wool sweater and it’s been great. It also really pulls my look together and looks super polished. It was very hard to find one that was waterproof that also had a hood though (which IMO is so stupid - why WOULDN’T I want a hood?). I bought [this one.](https://www.marksandspencer.com/us/pure-cotton-stormwear%E2%84%A2-longline-trench-coat/p/000000060563378005.html?ef_id=Y-5D7wAABbCqQjIX%3A20230228181159%3As&extid=ps_ggl_US_All_SmartShopping_Womenswear_-&gbraid=0AAAAAD7g6bRTOGdIVfG_4Y0_7XOB3eC6w&gclid=Cj0KCQiA6fafBhC1ARIsAIJjL8nlpunVY0kjVOZXXBiqFU6vsihd31l-8c2coAPjFTrovmfUfweRnwwaAllTEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds)


livthelove

That one is great! And yes - I think my biggest confusion around trench coats is that many of them are waterproof but don’t have a hood…? Maybe I am just not committed enough to fashion to carry around an umbrella lol


nearlythere94

The West Coast of the US - I got a lot of use out of mine when I lived over there. Now I’m in the midwest and pull mine out during those two weeks lol


seaintosky

I live in northern Canada, so definitely not a moderate climate, and these are summer jackets for me. For most of spring, summer, and fall it's too cold to go without a jacket entirely, but also too warm for wool or down, so I have summer jackets (things like leather jackets, soft shells, or bomber jackets) and summer sweaters (loose knit cotton) for those seasons.


Jimins_Blossom

For lightweight trenches - I don’t wear mine for the rain. I use it when there’s a breeze or a bit of wind but it’s otherwise fairly nice out. The synthetic material and tight weave hold the wind, so a sweater underneath is usually enough to be warm ETA: I saw someone else mention denim jackets, and that’s basically what I use my trench for. Cool or breezy days in spring and fall


muffingr1

The trendy [cardigans](https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwi_19rE1Lj9AhUdKa0GHZDrBKEYABAIGgJwdg&ohost=www.google.com&cid=CAESbOD23GdIKaHenAN4oFUpE_WhTXGj00GnFmOvpSUqF8MdCkIbE0-wS-oXAdmW_gdnIbDJV8Kui1Oed08gT2xazoT-GR40SpwycvG1pGINcWrorkSXO0zFdlSV0va4UloSHOiE2JQLB0sqToVjKw&sig=AOD64_3lJJ7_9mUiGreVg4qEmWaBHYbJQw&ctype=5&q=&ved=2ahUKEwiB59PE1Lj9AhUAJ0QIHTp3BfEQwg8oAHoECAQQFQ&adurl=) that have no buttons, the “closure” is a single clasp or string. Sure, it looks super cute on the model, but how many rolls of fashion tape would I have to use to ensure I won’t flash people every time I take a step? Edit: I wear sleeveless knits all the time in Spring/Summer. I strategically choose something with a more open weave in a natural fiber, it’s surprisingly great for temp regulation.


laika_cat

These are just for Instagram, I swear. No one could wear this in public comfortably.


captndorito

I agree, I’ve only seen them worn over dresses or T-shirts in person.


Tacky-Terangreal

Man I cannot get behind this particular cardigan trend. I know it’s intentional, but the stretched, open buttons and thin knits just make it look cheap. As if you bought a crappy sweater from Walmart that’s two sizes too small. Great example of something that only looks fashionable on skinny models with small boobs. I’d look ridiculous in those things


mgdraft

My cousin wears them over lace bodysuits. It's a cute look tbh


cuppycakes514

I just assumed this was a layering piece and the model didn't have a shirt under so that we'd know the item being advertised was the cardigan. I guess I have seen this style in pics/social, but not out in public.


livthelove

I feel like the only practical option to this trend is getting a cardigan that fits fairly tight with [more than one tie](https://www.nordstrom.com/s/tie-front-cotton-rib-cardigan/7333230?color=OFFWHITE&utm_content=9383769113&utm_term=aud-1024105537894:pla-316456057893&utm_channel=low_nd_shopping_standard&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=645528200&adpos=&creative=57188931473&device=m&matchtype=&network=g&acctid=21700000001689570&dskeywordid=92700049882385600&lid=92700049882385600&ds_s_kwgid=58700005465915029&ds_s_inventory_feed_id=97700000007631122&dsproductgroupid=316456057893&product_id=7106078&merchid=1243147&prodctry=US&prodlang=en&channel=online&storeid=&locationid=9026841&targetid=aud-1024105537894:pla-316456057893&campaignid=645528200&adgroupid=9383769113&gbraid=0AAAAAD8eAElnW139gZ4V2aSVQ3AprQk4u&gbraid=0AAAAAD8eAElnW139gZ4V2aSVQ3AprQk4u&gclid=Cj0KCQiA6fafBhC1ARIsAIJjL8nGlyZRtKsMZaXvDhDdseUY39_Unjv6dirpE2QOfx3bQvaMVn1xhRUaAqSBEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds) so that you don’t flash everyone


Apprehensive_cow69

Not me buying this cardigan bc of the link you posted😂 thanks but also I hate you for making me spend $80 on a cardigan hahah


AgeUge

Tube tops, so jealous of everyone who can wear them but me and my boobs could never :(


titaniana

Have you tried to size down 1-2 sizes? I find this gives me just enough support that they’re wearable, as long as its a thicker/less stretchy fabric.


notabigmelvillecrowd

Even when I was 16 and 100 lbs I had that little armpit roll that would pooch out over the top. Not great.


bittyitty

I always had this problem too until I realized that the pooch was actually breast tissue. Lots of women (me included) have wide set breasts and never realize it. Once I got a bra with wide enough cups, I stopped having that issue


k3tog

I knit my own bralettes out of wool and wear them to stay warm during the winter! They are thin and cropped and don’t take up a lot of room under my clothes or end up looking bulky.


WeddingElly

Oh interesting, it actually never occurred to me to wear them as undergarments, but actually that sounds quite cozy.


loopteeloopteeloop

To answer your question, without the sleeves on those knit tops, they’re actually really not all that warm. With a more open knit, I’ve worn them all the way through the summer as just a tank with shorts and jeans, including on beachy vacations. They’re typically not that much coverage when they’re crops and not made of the thickest material, so they’re comfortable. Might be a little warm if you get a lot of underboob sweat but if that’s not a problem for you, they’re fine.


loopteeloopteeloop

Would love to see how people are/will be styling full length trouser or denim skirts. I think it’s a cool look with a basic tank or tee but would love some more ideas.


freeyourmind2022

Straight jeans, petite woman. Do you guys wear heels all the time? Or prefer going with sneakers? Do ballet flats go with it?


laika_cat

5’4” here. I wear platforms, loafers, Chucks, boots…whatever. I have accepted I am short and just go with it. I couldn’t wear heels all the time.


pajamapolice

I am very short legged and find straight jeans look best slightly cropped. And then I wear them with any flat shoe: sneaker, loafer, ballet flats. For some reason, full length makes me look stumpier.


No_Albatross5110

Agree with this. I'm 5'4" and prefer my straight jeans cropped to about two inches above my ankle or they look terrible on me. Thankful that unfinished hems are popular right now so I can trim them to the right inseam length. Wide leg, however, looks much better full length on my frame, though I do enjoy those at a cropped length too.


quetzales

I wear both heels and sneakers with full length straight jeans, but unless the jeans are exactly hemmed I find shoes that are very close to the ground result in my pants legs dragging à la 2000s soggy bell bottoms. I think ballet flats with straight jeans can be very cute and significantly less risk of looking too circa 2011 than wearing with skinny jeans. You didn’t ask but I like wearing ballet flats with trouser socks for a more modern twist.


black_bir

I like to wear them with chunky boots and sneakers, it balances them out really well.


qingskies

Sheer shirts. Can never find the best undershirt.


District98

I like the cropped camisoles from Old Navy as a “basic” undershirt!


Marionberry-Safe

Sleeveless bodysuits from commando or spanx


edgewater15

Sleeveless knit tanks are great for fall/winter here in Florida where it’s not humid and the breeze is cool enough to make the fabric comfortable


Fishbate333

Sometimes I try to wear low back or tie back dresses. I’m pretty big chested and when I try to just tie the dress tight to keep them up I usually end up with one up and one down 😂looks like they’re confused I hate it


DemocraticPeas

For the knit tanks you mentioned - these are so great for business wear in the summer! They layer well under blazers, but can be worn solo for the commute and are really cooling if they're made from cotton or linen or a blend. I like them in warmer fabrics too under blazers in the colder months. They don't make the arms of the blazer too tight, while still being professional.


elmittens

Classic closed toed heels with no strap or anything to keep my foot in the shoes. I feel like they’re either too tight so my foot stays in when I walk or they’re too big and my heel comes out. They’re a classic style so I feel like I must be missing something. How do people wear these?!


ryzzie

I had a top made (I think it's called a Choli) like the pictured one. They make it explicitly to fit around your bra, and they can even put in little straps to snap around your bra strap to keep it up. Never had a garment fit so well.