Narrow Center Panel Bras for Close-Set Breasts
Are your breasts close set? That means they nearly touch and you can get (at most) one finger between them.
If this describes you, you probably have trouble finding bras that fit properly. You may also find that bras won't stay flat against your body and pull away in the center. If your breasts are close set, the center of the bra will hit in the wrong place, it won't lay flat, and you'll be uncomfortable. You need a bra that has a narrow center panel in order to get a good fit.
Here are some things to look for. You want something with a skinny triangular center panel, which is exactly what you need to find a bra that fits.
First, close-set breasts are generally larger and round (rather than shallow). Therefore, you will probably need a bra that is available in larger cup and fuller figure sizes.
Second, a plunge style, or a style with little or no center panel will work well, and let you show off your natural cleavage.
Third, avoid demi cups and most balcony styles, since the cups will be set too far apart. The cups are angled away from each other and separated. Instead, look for bras that have a skinny center triangle.
Fourth, if the bra does have a center panel, look for one that's narrower than average. You want to avoid anything with a wide band in the center, or cording. This will push the cups too far apart for you.
The good part is that with close set breasts you get built-in cleavage. If you want to show that off, try a plunge bra.
Here are two photos so you can see better what I mean. The white lace bra has a wide panel, with a lot of separation between the bra cups. The beige bra with the leaf pattern has a narrow center panel. It's a much better option if your breasts are close together.
I've sorted the bras by body type so you can find the one that's best for your shape.
Bali Women's Satin Tracings Minimizer Underwire Bra
Want a minimizer? This is one of Bali's best sellers. The center panel is narrow and tall to keep everything locked in. The back and sides are high for better smoothing and to reduce back and side spillage.
It's not all utilitarian though; the cups have a floral pattern and there's a bit of satin on the edges for some glamour and style. The straps are cushioned to be more comfortable.
Comes in white, beige, latte, turquoise, black, pale mauve, vanilla, amethyst, light pink, and bright pink. Sizes 34C-DDD; 36, 38, 40, 42, 44 C-G; 46 C-DDD and 48 C-DDD.
Lilyette Comfort Minimizer
Another minimizer, this time embellished with lace on the tops of the cups and the end of the straps.
It's made out of super-soft material for comfort and the leotard back (U-shaped) will help keep the straps from slipping.
The straps are wide-set so it will be a good choice for boatneck shirts.
It comes in pearl, white, black, beige, pale gray, lilac, red and ivory in sizes 34C-DD, 36C-DDD, 38C-G, 40 C-G, 42C-G, and 44C-DDD.
Playtex 18 Hour Comfort Strap Bra
The straps are cushioned (like it says on the tin), the center is narrow, and it's even wirefree. It's hard to see in this photo, but the cups and the band have a floral design.
The high neckline and side support panels help keep everything in its place.
It is a retro-style, so you will get a pointier look than a t-shirt bra. It does come in plenty of colors, so depending on your size, you can wear a different one every day for two weeks without repeating.
Comes in white, beige, toffee, black, rose, latte, plum, pale pink, light gray, dark gray, navy, pale blue, berry, and red. Sizes 34D-DD, 36B-DD, 38B-G, 40B-G, 42 B-G, 44B-G, 46B-G, 48 B-DDD, 50C-DDD, 52C-DDD, and 54C-DDD.
Elila Glamour Satin and Embroidery Bra
Want something with a bit more glamour? How about a bra named, well Glamour? This one is a perfect expression of the idea that bigger bras don't have to be dull. It's got beautiful embroidered flowers on the tops of the cups and on the center back of the band. The bottom is ivory satin.
It's not just pretty though. There are support slings inside the cups and boning on the sides for containment. Outside, the vertical seams deliver extra lift and support.
Comes in ivory or red in sizes 34-46 E, F, G, H, I, J, and K. Elila's sizing is different than most other brands, so go up a band size and down two cup sizes to get the right fit. In other words, if you normally are a 38H, get the 36F instead.
B-tempt'd b. sultry Balconnette Bra
This bra is modern, lacy, and great for "date night" (or just because you feel like it). There's lace all over the cups, plus eyelash lace along the tops of the cups. The cups are slightly stretchy so they will adjust a bit to fit your shape. There is some padding (for shaping), but it's not heavy.
Since it's a balconnette, it's good if you are less full on top.
Comes in rose, black, pale blue, red, lavender, ivory, lavender, violet, blue/white, and bright blue with contrasting bows.
Sizes are 30C-DD, 32B-DDD, 34 B-DDD, 36 B-DDD, and 38C-D.
Wacoal Feather Embroidery Bra
A perennial classic best seller, this bra is both pretty and supportive. Sheer mesh on the top of the cups is adorned with a feather motif. Support comes from the angled seams (which help center your chest) and panels on the sides.
The underwire floats, so it will mold to your shape without poking you.
Black, ivory, ,and beige in US sizes 32C-D; 34, 36, 38, and 40 B-DD.
Fayreform F72-9098 Profile Perfect Contour Spacer Bra
This bra comes in plenty of pretty colors and features smooth cups (so there's no lace to show through under t-shirts). The fabric is a damask floral made of spacer material to keep you cool. The floral design even extends to the front of the straps.
Since the cups are smooth and seamless, you'll get a more rounded look than with some of the other bras on this page. The straps adjust in the front, which makes it easier to get a good fit without taking the bra on and off. It's also a bonus if you have trouble reaching around to your back.
Sizes 32DD-G, 34, 36 D-G, 38D-F, 40D-E in pearl, beige, deep rose, dark blue, and black.
Cleo by Panache Marcie Balconnet Bra
If you want something a bit more flirty, try the Marcie bra. No lining or padding, just pretty colors and plenty of lace. It will give you good lift and push you forward and out. There are angled seams in the cups, which will provide support, centering, and lift. The cups sit on a "cradle" which supports your bust and gives more lift. The narrow center panel is great for close-set breasts.
Comes in black, beige (with white dots), tangerine, and lime in UK sizes 28 E-H, 30-38D-J (UK sizes run D, E, F, FF, G, GG, H, HH, and J).
Fantasie Smoothing T-Shirt Bra
Completely smooth with no lace or mesh. There's nothing to show through your clothes. The only decoration is a tiny bow.
The center panel is narrow so it's a good bra for full-busted women who are close-set.
It's a balcony style, so you won't feel as as the cups are going up to your neck (even in larger sizes). The arched center is more comfortable if you have a large stomach.
It's supportive and will be invisible, even under thin t-shirts. The cups are running on the large side, so you might want to size down.
UK sizes 30DD-H, 32D-H, 34C-H, 36C-G, 38C-G, 40D-F beige and black.
Panache Elan Molded Underwire Bra
This bra has a similar style to the Fantasie Smoothing T-shirt bra, with a few key differences.
This one comes in a wider range of small band sizes, including the ever-so-hard to find 28 band. It not only has 28 bands, it has them from DD-H cups!
The front is also bandless, so it will be more comfortable if you are shorter or have a short torso.
And lastly, it's convertible so you can wear it criss-crossed in back if you want to.
Sizes 28DD-H; 30, 32, 34, 36, 38 D-H in beige and black.
Fantasie FL9152 Alex Underwire Bra with Side Support
A fine choice for full breasts, or breasts that are fuller on top. It will hold you in and look good doing it.
Its good looks come from sheer mesh and fan-shaped embroidery on the tops of the cups. The lower half hides seams for support and lift.
There's no padding or foam contouring, so it's lightweight and not bulky. Boning hidden in the side panels provides for more front and center projection.
Comes in white, sand, ombre, denim, pomegranate, petal pink, violet, and black. The denim, white, black, pink, and sand come in every size. Sizes 30, 32, 34, 36, and 38 D, DD, E, F, FF, G, GG, H, HH, and J; 40, 42 D-FF.
Bali Women's Flower Bali Underwire Bra #0180
A Bali best seller that's been around for years. It's kept its retro styling, so you'll get a pointier, rather than a rounded look when you wear it (it would be great for vintage dresses).
The high back and sides keep everything in place, smoothing your sides and eliminating back fat. That, plus up to five hooks in the back, ensure you get plenty of support and the bra stays put.
Sizes 32-50 B, C, D, DD, and DDD in white, beige, and black.
Leading Lady Dreamy Comfort Wirefree Bra
This one is wirefree (so there's nothing to dig in under your arms). The cups are topped with lace and there's a pretty little bow in the center.
You'll still get support (even without the wires) courtesy of inner slings and boning on the sides. The slings on the side are made of cotton, which will help keep you cooler and more comfortable.
Since the sides and back are tall, it will smooth out lumps and bumps.
Comes in navy, beige, and white in sizes 38-52 A,B. C, D, DD, F, and G.
If this describes you, you probably have trouble finding bras that fit properly. You may also find that bras won't stay flat against your body and pull away in the center. If your breasts are close set, the center of the bra will hit in the wrong place, it won't lay flat, and you'll be uncomfortable. You need a bra that has a narrow center panel in order to get a good fit.
Best Bras with Narrow Center Panels for Close Set Breasts
Here are some things to look for. You want something with a skinny triangular center panel, which is exactly what you need to find a bra that fits.
First, close-set breasts are generally larger and round (rather than shallow). Therefore, you will probably need a bra that is available in larger cup and fuller figure sizes.
Second, a plunge style, or a style with little or no center panel will work well, and let you show off your natural cleavage.
Third, avoid demi cups and most balcony styles, since the cups will be set too far apart. The cups are angled away from each other and separated. Instead, look for bras that have a skinny center triangle.
Fourth, if the bra does have a center panel, look for one that's narrower than average. You want to avoid anything with a wide band in the center, or cording. This will push the cups too far apart for you.
The good part is that with close set breasts you get built-in cleavage. If you want to show that off, try a plunge bra.
Here are two photos so you can see better what I mean. The white lace bra has a wide panel, with a lot of separation between the bra cups. The beige bra with the leaf pattern has a narrow center panel. It's a much better option if your breasts are close together.
Full Figure Bras for Close Set Breasts
Bali Women's Satin Tracings Minimizer Underwire Bra
Want a minimizer? This is one of Bali's best sellers. The center panel is narrow and tall to keep everything locked in. The back and sides are high for better smoothing and to reduce back and side spillage.
It's not all utilitarian though; the cups have a floral pattern and there's a bit of satin on the edges for some glamour and style. The straps are cushioned to be more comfortable.
Comes in white, beige, latte, turquoise, black, pale mauve, vanilla, amethyst, light pink, and bright pink. Sizes 34C-DDD; 36, 38, 40, 42, 44 C-G; 46 C-DDD and 48 C-DDD.
Lilyette Comfort Minimizer
Another minimizer, this time embellished with lace on the tops of the cups and the end of the straps.
It's made out of super-soft material for comfort and the leotard back (U-shaped) will help keep the straps from slipping.
The straps are wide-set so it will be a good choice for boatneck shirts.
It comes in pearl, white, black, beige, pale gray, lilac, red and ivory in sizes 34C-DD, 36C-DDD, 38C-G, 40 C-G, 42C-G, and 44C-DDD.
Playtex 18 Hour Comfort Strap Bra
The straps are cushioned (like it says on the tin), the center is narrow, and it's even wirefree. It's hard to see in this photo, but the cups and the band have a floral design.
The high neckline and side support panels help keep everything in its place.
It is a retro-style, so you will get a pointier look than a t-shirt bra. It does come in plenty of colors, so depending on your size, you can wear a different one every day for two weeks without repeating.
Comes in white, beige, toffee, black, rose, latte, plum, pale pink, light gray, dark gray, navy, pale blue, berry, and red. Sizes 34D-DD, 36B-DD, 38B-G, 40B-G, 42 B-G, 44B-G, 46B-G, 48 B-DDD, 50C-DDD, 52C-DDD, and 54C-DDD.
Elila Glamour Satin and Embroidery BraWant something with a bit more glamour? How about a bra named, well Glamour? This one is a perfect expression of the idea that bigger bras don't have to be dull. It's got beautiful embroidered flowers on the tops of the cups and on the center back of the band. The bottom is ivory satin.
It's not just pretty though. There are support slings inside the cups and boning on the sides for containment. Outside, the vertical seams deliver extra lift and support.
Comes in ivory or red in sizes 34-46 E, F, G, H, I, J, and K. Elila's sizing is different than most other brands, so go up a band size and down two cup sizes to get the right fit. In other words, if you normally are a 38H, get the 36F instead.
Average Bust Bras for Close Set Breasts
B-tempt'd b. sultry Balconnette Bra
This bra is modern, lacy, and great for "date night" (or just because you feel like it). There's lace all over the cups, plus eyelash lace along the tops of the cups. The cups are slightly stretchy so they will adjust a bit to fit your shape. There is some padding (for shaping), but it's not heavy.
Since it's a balconnette, it's good if you are less full on top.
Comes in rose, black, pale blue, red, lavender, ivory, lavender, violet, blue/white, and bright blue with contrasting bows.
Sizes are 30C-DD, 32B-DDD, 34 B-DDD, 36 B-DDD, and 38C-D.
Wacoal Feather Embroidery Bra
A perennial classic best seller, this bra is both pretty and supportive. Sheer mesh on the top of the cups is adorned with a feather motif. Support comes from the angled seams (which help center your chest) and panels on the sides.
The underwire floats, so it will mold to your shape without poking you.
Black, ivory, ,and beige in US sizes 32C-D; 34, 36, 38, and 40 B-DD.
Narrow Center Panel Bras for Full Busts
Fayreform F72-9098 Profile Perfect Contour Spacer BraThis bra comes in plenty of pretty colors and features smooth cups (so there's no lace to show through under t-shirts). The fabric is a damask floral made of spacer material to keep you cool. The floral design even extends to the front of the straps.
Since the cups are smooth and seamless, you'll get a more rounded look than with some of the other bras on this page. The straps adjust in the front, which makes it easier to get a good fit without taking the bra on and off. It's also a bonus if you have trouble reaching around to your back.
Sizes 32DD-G, 34, 36 D-G, 38D-F, 40D-E in pearl, beige, deep rose, dark blue, and black.
Cleo by Panache Marcie Balconnet Bra
If you want something a bit more flirty, try the Marcie bra. No lining or padding, just pretty colors and plenty of lace. It will give you good lift and push you forward and out. There are angled seams in the cups, which will provide support, centering, and lift. The cups sit on a "cradle" which supports your bust and gives more lift. The narrow center panel is great for close-set breasts.
Comes in black, beige (with white dots), tangerine, and lime in UK sizes 28 E-H, 30-38D-J (UK sizes run D, E, F, FF, G, GG, H, HH, and J).
Fantasie Smoothing T-Shirt Bra
Completely smooth with no lace or mesh. There's nothing to show through your clothes. The only decoration is a tiny bow.
The center panel is narrow so it's a good bra for full-busted women who are close-set.
It's a balcony style, so you won't feel as as the cups are going up to your neck (even in larger sizes). The arched center is more comfortable if you have a large stomach.
It's supportive and will be invisible, even under thin t-shirts. The cups are running on the large side, so you might want to size down.
UK sizes 30DD-H, 32D-H, 34C-H, 36C-G, 38C-G, 40D-F beige and black.
This bra has a similar style to the Fantasie Smoothing T-shirt bra, with a few key differences.
This one comes in a wider range of small band sizes, including the ever-so-hard to find 28 band. It not only has 28 bands, it has them from DD-H cups!
The front is also bandless, so it will be more comfortable if you are shorter or have a short torso.
And lastly, it's convertible so you can wear it criss-crossed in back if you want to.
Sizes 28DD-H; 30, 32, 34, 36, 38 D-H in beige and black.
Fantasie FL9152 Alex Underwire Bra with Side SupportA fine choice for full breasts, or breasts that are fuller on top. It will hold you in and look good doing it.
Its good looks come from sheer mesh and fan-shaped embroidery on the tops of the cups. The lower half hides seams for support and lift.
There's no padding or foam contouring, so it's lightweight and not bulky. Boning hidden in the side panels provides for more front and center projection.
Comes in white, sand, ombre, denim, pomegranate, petal pink, violet, and black. The denim, white, black, pink, and sand come in every size. Sizes 30, 32, 34, 36, and 38 D, DD, E, F, FF, G, GG, H, HH, and J; 40, 42 D-FF.
Large Band/Small Cup Bras for Closely Set Breasts
Bali Women's Flower Bali Underwire Bra #0180
A Bali best seller that's been around for years. It's kept its retro styling, so you'll get a pointier, rather than a rounded look when you wear it (it would be great for vintage dresses).
The high back and sides keep everything in place, smoothing your sides and eliminating back fat. That, plus up to five hooks in the back, ensure you get plenty of support and the bra stays put.
Sizes 32-50 B, C, D, DD, and DDD in white, beige, and black.
This one is wirefree (so there's nothing to dig in under your arms). The cups are topped with lace and there's a pretty little bow in the center.
You'll still get support (even without the wires) courtesy of inner slings and boning on the sides. The slings on the side are made of cotton, which will help keep you cooler and more comfortable.
Since the sides and back are tall, it will smooth out lumps and bumps.
Comes in navy, beige, and white in sizes 38-52 A,B. C, D, DD, F, and G.
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