12 Best Bras for Widely Spaced Breasts
Are your breasts widely spaced or splayed? That means you can probably put three fingers between them easily. If this describes you, you probably have trouble finding bras that fit properly. If your breasts are wide set, the center of the bra will hit in the wrong place, it won't lay flat, and you'll be uncomfortable.
Then, there's the style of the bra itself. Here are four tips that will help.
First, some bra styles have no center panel at all. Plunge bras in particular often have little or no center section, so while they're great for low necklines, they're not good if your breasts are wide set (you'll simply pop out of the bra).
Demi cups or balcony styles are a better choice, since the shape of the bra means the cups are further apart. The same thing applies to front closure bras (as the cups will be separated by the clasp).
Second, there are styles that just have cord between the cups. This sort of bra is better if your breasts are widely spaced, as the cord will pull apart to adjust to your body shape.
Third, bras with side support or slings can help too, particularly if you're large busted. The slings and panels help push your breast tissue forward and closer together.
Fourth, if the bra does have a panel, look for one that's wider than average. It will look a bit like a wide triangle with a flat top, rather than a tall, skinny one. Since it's easier to show this than describe it, here are two bras so you can see what I mean.
The first bra, from Wacoal, has a wide center panel. There is a lot of space between the cups, so it's a good option if your breasts are wide set or splayed (going east west).
The second one, from Curvy Kate, has a tall, narrow center panel. It's much better for women with larger, close-together breasts. If your breasts are wide set, this style won't fit you very well.
Wacoal Women's Embrace Lace Bra
Embellished with lace on the cups, the sides, under the cups, and along the back, this bra is both gorgeous and supportive.
The seamed cups and side slings provide lots of lift and support while giving you a natural, rounded shape. With all of that, the bra is surprisingly lightweight and comfortable, even at larger sizes.
The cups are set far apart (see that flat-top triangle), so it's a good choice for wide set breasts.
Available in black/ivory, beige/ivory, cappuccino/ivory, white, gray/pink, red/coral, deep rose, white/pink, two-tones of purple, blue/lilac, cappuccino/mocha, navy/blue-green, black multi, violet/green, cocoa/coral, yellow/ivory, pink/silver thread, blue/silver thread, ivory/silver thread, and black/gold thread. US Sizes 32-40 B-DDD.
Chantelle Rive Gauche 3 Part Cup Underwire Bra
It's super soft, pretty, and shapes you without any padding. There's a bit of elastic along the upper edge to keep everything in place. And, it's been around for a while (so no worries that they'll stop making it; I hate when that happens).
EU Sizes 32C,D, E, F, G, and H; 34, 36, 38, 40 C-I; 42C-H; 44D-H.
Black, cappuccino, ivory, hazelnut, flamingo (two bright shades of pink) lavender, pale pink, bright pink, red, and fig (purple).
Freya Deco Underwire T Shirt Bra
This has turned out to be one of Freya's most popular bras (check and you'll see lots of variations on the "Deco" style).
Great if you're full busted, as it comes in band sizes as small as 28 and cups up to GG. It's smooth, so there's nothing to show under your clothes.
It's a rare wide-set plunge style from Freya so it will create lots of decolletage; great for low-cut tops.
Comes in black or beige. Available in UK sizes 28D-GG, 30D-GG, 32B-GG, 34B-GG, 36B-GG, and 38B-G.
Chantelle Basic Invisible Bra
Made with special material that remembers your shape (and its own) so that it travels well. It molds to fit you and it won't get smooshed in your luggage. The center is nice and wide and there's no band, so it's a good option for shorter women or if you have a large stomach.
Since it's completely smooth (the only decoration is a little center bow) it won't show under your clothes and there's no lace to bother more sensitive skin.
It does tend to run shallow, so it's better if you are too (that means that you are fuller on the bottom).
Also, the bands are a bit big, so you might have to sister size (down a band, up a cup).
Comes in beige, toffee, and black in EU sizes 32, 34, 36 B-G; 38 B-E; and 40B-D.
Calvin Klein Women's Perfectly Fit Memory Touch Bra
A sleek, lightweight t-shirt bra that molds to fit your figure. Your body heat activates the foam and it adjusts to fit your shape. Pretty cool!
The center panel is wide (great for wide-set breasts) and arched, so it won't dig into your stomach. There's no band either (which also makes it good if you are petite or have a short torso).
Calvin Klein tends to run small, so keep that in mind when ordering. Comes in US sizes 30 B-DD; 32, 34, 36 A-DDD, and 38B-DD.
While it does come in sizes up to DDD, there are only two hooks and the brand runs small, which is why I am putting it under average figure bras.
Maidenform Comfort Devotion Embellished Demi Bra
This bra has a great plunging neckline that's perfect for low-cut summer tops. The center panel is wide, and there's pretty lace along the back of the band. It's also bandless, so it's more comfortable if you have a large stomach or if you are short.
US sizes 32, 34, 36A-DD, and 38B-DD.
This brand runs small, so it's best for smaller sizes. Comes in tons of colors: white, gray, black, shell,e latte, black/beige, ivory/shell, navy/white dot, bright pink, pale pink, fuchsia, peach, lilac/gray, and red.
Natori Feathers Contour Bra
A beautiful bra embellished with lace along the cups and around the entire band. There's a sheer inset at the top of the cups for looks, with just a hint of contour padding on the bottom for modesty. The cups are also a bit stretchy, which is great if you aren't even, or don't quite fill out the top of the cups.
The center plunge front is perfect for lower cut tops. Wide-set straps won't show under square necklines or tops with deep scoop necks.
Comes in pale rose, coffee, rose/red, white, rose, merlot, pale yellow, orchid/wine, and black in US sizes 30A-DDD; 32, 34, and 36A-G, and 38B-DD. I have put this in "average" even though it comes in full bust and full figure sizes because Natori tends to run a bit small.
Elomi Women's Nina Underwire Bandless Bra
Elomi specializes in beautiful bras designed for full figured women. This one is no exception. It's comfortable, it's supportive, and it's even pretty. Side panels and seamed cups to push you forward and lift you up. You'll get an attractive, rounded shape without padding.
There's no band, so it's ideal if you have a short torso, Without a band, the bra is less likely to dig into your stomach or roll up.
Beige or black leaf print in sizes 34G-JJ, 36, 38, 40, 42 E-JJ and 44E-G.
Vanity Fair Full Figure Back Smoothing Bra
A classic bra with just a bit of lace between the cups and a tiny cross-hatch pattern on the straps. The plunge, wide center is great for wide set breasts. A high back and sides keep underarm and back fat under control.
It's shaped, but not heavily padded. The cups are just thick enough to avoid the "headlight" look.
Since the sides are high, it's likely best if you're taller or have a longer torso.
Comes in US sizes 36D-DDD, 38C-DDD, 40C-DDD and 42C-DDD in beige, black, white, ivory, steel violet, navy, walnut, beige leopard, inky blue, pindot black/white, and peach.
Goddess Keira Underwire Bra
Most fuller-figure bras are designed for close-set breasts. Not this one. And, its also bandless, so it's better for petite women or women with larger stomachs.
The sides and back have power mesh for smoothing and bulge control and the leotard straps won't slip (also good if you're short).
The cups are multi-part (for shaping and lift) shimmery fabric with a bit of sheer mesh on the top for glamour.
Sizes 34I-N, 36, 38, 40, 42 DDD-N, 44DD-L and 46DD-K in fawn, beige, chocolate, coral, red, blue, ink blue, and black.
Little Bra Company Yvonne Bra
The Little Bra Company designs bras specifically for women who are both small-busted and petite. The center panel is wide, so it's a good option if your breasts are far apart (you can fit two fingers between them).
It's got padding for extra cleavage and shaping, to give you more oomph without looking fake. It's also versatile; the straps can be worn standard, criss-cross, or halter.
The cups are smooth (no seams to show through), with lace around the entire band and along the front of the straps.
Sizes 28, 30, 32, 34 A-C; 36 A and B; 38A in beige and black.
Natori Understated Contour Underwire Bra
Want shaping without a lot of padding? This bra will do the job. The wide center panel is great if you’re wide-set. As a bonus, it dries quickly and breathes (so you won’t melt in the summer).
Natori tends to run a little small, so keep that in mind. Also, while this comes in sizes up to DDD, the small sizes only have one hook and the DD and up have only two. I think it’s therefore best for smaller sizes (there’s just not enough back support if you’re busty). On the other hand, it’s great if you’re small or average busted.
Comes in caffe, raspberry, teal blue, burgundy, and black. Sizes 30A-D, 32A-DDD, 34 A-DDD, 36A-DDD, 38A-DD
Find the Best Bra for Wide Set Breasts
There's no perfect solution to this, but there are a few tricks you can use to find a bra that will fit better. Some brands tend to be more suitable than others. For instance, Fantasie and Panache bras generally have cups that are close together with a tall and narrow center panel, while Simone Perele tends to have bras with a wide triangle center panel.First, some bra styles have no center panel at all. Plunge bras in particular often have little or no center section, so while they're great for low necklines, they're not good if your breasts are wide set (you'll simply pop out of the bra).
Demi cups or balcony styles are a better choice, since the shape of the bra means the cups are further apart. The same thing applies to front closure bras (as the cups will be separated by the clasp).
Second, there are styles that just have cord between the cups. This sort of bra is better if your breasts are widely spaced, as the cord will pull apart to adjust to your body shape.
Third, bras with side support or slings can help too, particularly if you're large busted. The slings and panels help push your breast tissue forward and closer together.
Fourth, if the bra does have a panel, look for one that's wider than average. It will look a bit like a wide triangle with a flat top, rather than a tall, skinny one. Since it's easier to show this than describe it, here are two bras so you can see what I mean.
The second one, from Curvy Kate, has a tall, narrow center panel. It's much better for women with larger, close-together breasts. If your breasts are wide set, this style won't fit you very well.
Bras for Wide Spaced Breasts (Full Bust)
I've sorted the bras by the body type (full bust, full figure, small bust, etc. to make it easier to find a bra that will fit your figure).Wacoal Women's Embrace Lace Bra
Embellished with lace on the cups, the sides, under the cups, and along the back, this bra is both gorgeous and supportive.
The seamed cups and side slings provide lots of lift and support while giving you a natural, rounded shape. With all of that, the bra is surprisingly lightweight and comfortable, even at larger sizes.
The cups are set far apart (see that flat-top triangle), so it's a good choice for wide set breasts.
Available in black/ivory, beige/ivory, cappuccino/ivory, white, gray/pink, red/coral, deep rose, white/pink, two-tones of purple, blue/lilac, cappuccino/mocha, navy/blue-green, black multi, violet/green, cocoa/coral, yellow/ivory, pink/silver thread, blue/silver thread, ivory/silver thread, and black/gold thread. US Sizes 32-40 B-DDD.
Chantelle Rive Gauche 3 Part Cup Underwire Bra
It's super soft, pretty, and shapes you without any padding. There's a bit of elastic along the upper edge to keep everything in place. And, it's been around for a while (so no worries that they'll stop making it; I hate when that happens).
EU Sizes 32C,D, E, F, G, and H; 34, 36, 38, 40 C-I; 42C-H; 44D-H.
Black, cappuccino, ivory, hazelnut, flamingo (two bright shades of pink) lavender, pale pink, bright pink, red, and fig (purple).
This has turned out to be one of Freya's most popular bras (check and you'll see lots of variations on the "Deco" style).
Great if you're full busted, as it comes in band sizes as small as 28 and cups up to GG. It's smooth, so there's nothing to show under your clothes.
It's a rare wide-set plunge style from Freya so it will create lots of decolletage; great for low-cut tops.
Comes in black or beige. Available in UK sizes 28D-GG, 30D-GG, 32B-GG, 34B-GG, 36B-GG, and 38B-G.
Made with special material that remembers your shape (and its own) so that it travels well. It molds to fit you and it won't get smooshed in your luggage. The center is nice and wide and there's no band, so it's a good option for shorter women or if you have a large stomach.
Since it's completely smooth (the only decoration is a little center bow) it won't show under your clothes and there's no lace to bother more sensitive skin.
It does tend to run shallow, so it's better if you are too (that means that you are fuller on the bottom).
Also, the bands are a bit big, so you might have to sister size (down a band, up a cup).
Comes in beige, toffee, and black in EU sizes 32, 34, 36 B-G; 38 B-E; and 40B-D.
Bras for Widely Spaced Breasts (Average Figure)
Calvin Klein Women's Perfectly Fit Memory Touch Bra
A sleek, lightweight t-shirt bra that molds to fit your figure. Your body heat activates the foam and it adjusts to fit your shape. Pretty cool!
The center panel is wide (great for wide-set breasts) and arched, so it won't dig into your stomach. There's no band either (which also makes it good if you are petite or have a short torso).
Calvin Klein tends to run small, so keep that in mind when ordering. Comes in US sizes 30 B-DD; 32, 34, 36 A-DDD, and 38B-DD.
While it does come in sizes up to DDD, there are only two hooks and the brand runs small, which is why I am putting it under average figure bras.
Maidenform Comfort Devotion Embellished Demi Bra
This bra has a great plunging neckline that's perfect for low-cut summer tops. The center panel is wide, and there's pretty lace along the back of the band. It's also bandless, so it's more comfortable if you have a large stomach or if you are short.
US sizes 32, 34, 36A-DD, and 38B-DD.
This brand runs small, so it's best for smaller sizes. Comes in tons of colors: white, gray, black, shell,e latte, black/beige, ivory/shell, navy/white dot, bright pink, pale pink, fuchsia, peach, lilac/gray, and red.
Natori Feathers Contour Bra
A beautiful bra embellished with lace along the cups and around the entire band. There's a sheer inset at the top of the cups for looks, with just a hint of contour padding on the bottom for modesty. The cups are also a bit stretchy, which is great if you aren't even, or don't quite fill out the top of the cups.
The center plunge front is perfect for lower cut tops. Wide-set straps won't show under square necklines or tops with deep scoop necks.
Comes in pale rose, coffee, rose/red, white, rose, merlot, pale yellow, orchid/wine, and black in US sizes 30A-DDD; 32, 34, and 36A-G, and 38B-DD. I have put this in "average" even though it comes in full bust and full figure sizes because Natori tends to run a bit small.
Bras for Widely Set Breasts (Full Figure)
Elomi Women's Nina Underwire Bandless Bra
Elomi specializes in beautiful bras designed for full figured women. This one is no exception. It's comfortable, it's supportive, and it's even pretty. Side panels and seamed cups to push you forward and lift you up. You'll get an attractive, rounded shape without padding.
There's no band, so it's ideal if you have a short torso, Without a band, the bra is less likely to dig into your stomach or roll up.
Beige or black leaf print in sizes 34G-JJ, 36, 38, 40, 42 E-JJ and 44E-G.
Vanity Fair Full Figure Back Smoothing Bra
A classic bra with just a bit of lace between the cups and a tiny cross-hatch pattern on the straps. The plunge, wide center is great for wide set breasts. A high back and sides keep underarm and back fat under control.
It's shaped, but not heavily padded. The cups are just thick enough to avoid the "headlight" look.
Since the sides are high, it's likely best if you're taller or have a longer torso.
Comes in US sizes 36D-DDD, 38C-DDD, 40C-DDD and 42C-DDD in beige, black, white, ivory, steel violet, navy, walnut, beige leopard, inky blue, pindot black/white, and peach.
Goddess Keira Underwire Bra
Most fuller-figure bras are designed for close-set breasts. Not this one. And, its also bandless, so it's better for petite women or women with larger stomachs.
The sides and back have power mesh for smoothing and bulge control and the leotard straps won't slip (also good if you're short).
The cups are multi-part (for shaping and lift) shimmery fabric with a bit of sheer mesh on the top for glamour.
Sizes 34I-N, 36, 38, 40, 42 DDD-N, 44DD-L and 46DD-K in fawn, beige, chocolate, coral, red, blue, ink blue, and black.
Bras for Widely Spaced Breasts (Small Bust)
Little Bra Company Yvonne Bra
The Little Bra Company designs bras specifically for women who are both small-busted and petite. The center panel is wide, so it's a good option if your breasts are far apart (you can fit two fingers between them).
It's got padding for extra cleavage and shaping, to give you more oomph without looking fake. It's also versatile; the straps can be worn standard, criss-cross, or halter.
The cups are smooth (no seams to show through), with lace around the entire band and along the front of the straps.
Sizes 28, 30, 32, 34 A-C; 36 A and B; 38A in beige and black.
Want shaping without a lot of padding? This bra will do the job. The wide center panel is great if you’re wide-set. As a bonus, it dries quickly and breathes (so you won’t melt in the summer).
Natori tends to run a little small, so keep that in mind. Also, while this comes in sizes up to DDD, the small sizes only have one hook and the DD and up have only two. I think it’s therefore best for smaller sizes (there’s just not enough back support if you’re busty). On the other hand, it’s great if you’re small or average busted.
Comes in caffe, raspberry, teal blue, burgundy, and black. Sizes 30A-D, 32A-DDD, 34 A-DDD, 36A-DDD, 38A-DD
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