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You might think that the only meaningful differences between different sets of breasts are the size and droop factor, but any woman who’s spent time in a locker room knows that there are almost as many breast shapes as there are women. Knowing what type of breasts you have is an important factor in purchasing bras and clothing that flatter your natural figure and make you look as good as you possibly can. The lingerie company ThirdLove has identified seven different breast types to help women find bras that look great and don’t cause discomfort.
1. Round
The round breast shape is characterized by breasts that are equally full on top and bottom, with nipples that point fully forward. Although this shape is often associated with cosmetic surgery, plenty of women have naturally round breasts as well. Round breasts already sit where they’re supposed to and don’t require much support, so they can be paired with almost any kind of bra and look great. Women with round breasts don’t need to buy bras with heavy structure or padding.
2. East West
East-West breasts have nipples that point in opposite directions. They also tend to be fuller on the bottom than on the top. The goal for dressing this breast type is to lift the breasts and bring them together towards the center of your body. T-shirt bras are great for this purpose because they pull breasts in and streamline your silhouette.
3. Side Set
This shape is like a combination between round and East West. Breasts point outwards but are more full than the East West shape. This shape is also characterized by a wide space between breasts. Plunge bras are great for women with side set breasts because they push breasts up, bringing them together and making them sit where they should. Regular push-up bras can also work for this shape. Women with this breast type may want to buy bras with larger cups than they think they need because their breasts may pop out of the sides of too-small cups.
4. Tear Drops
Tear Drop breasts are full on the bottom and a little slender on top. Most bras were designed with tear drop breasts in mind, so a wide variety of bra styles work with this shape. The main thing to keep in mind is to choose bras with enough support to pull breasts up and make the tops appear fuller.
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5. Slender
Slender breasts tend to be longer than they are wide,fit into smaller cup sizes, and have downward-facing nipples. Plunge bras with a little padding are great for this style because they help add size and roundness.
6. Asymmetric
Most women’s breasts are slightly asymmetrical. It’s rare for women to naturally have two breasts of exactly the same size and shape. If you have breasts with a large size disparity, bras with removable pads are your friend. These types of bras allow you to wear extra padding on your smaller side to give you an evenly-balanced look.
7. Bell Shape
These are somewhat similar to teardrops but tend to be longer and heavier on the bottom. This shape doesn’t mix well with balconette bras, which don’t provide enough coverage and could lead to spillage issues. Women with bell-shaped breasts should focus on finding bras in full coverage style that have enough support to prevent straps from slipping.
Now that you know the seven basic breast shapes, it’s time to find bras that will work with your body! You should find success as long as you keep the golden rules of bra fit in mind. No matter what shape you are, if a bra has straps that dig into your shoulders, it’s not for you. The cups shouldn’t cause any overflow or gaps, and you should be able to comfortably slide two fingers underneath the band. Life is too short to deal with the hassle of bras that don’t fit and don’t make you look gorgeous.
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