Identifying Your Breast Shape

A teardrop breast shape is characterized by a gentle, rounded contour with the fullness concentrated towards the bottom of the breast, resembling the shape of a teardrop. The top part of the breast is typically slightly less full, giving it a natural, smooth curve. This breast shape often results in a soft, youthful appearance and is considered a balanced and proportionate shape. Women with a teardrop breast shape may find that balconette bras can provide and add support, especially in the upper part of the breast.

A wide-apart breast shape refers to breasts that are spaced further apart on the chest, with more distance between them than is typical. The breast tissue is generally spread out towards the sides of the ribcage, and the cleavage may appear less defined. Women with wide-apart breasts may find that non-wired bra styles are a great choice for their breast shape. 

A drooping breast shape, also known as ptosis, occurs when the breasts lose some of their firmness and the nipple points downward due to factors like age, gravity, or breastfeeding. For women with this shape, underwired bras are an excellent option. The underwire provides extra support and lifts the breast tissue, helping to improve shape and provide a firmer, more rounded appearance. Additionally, bras with full coverage, balconette or push-up styles offer better support and can help lift and shape the breasts, giving you a more flattering silhouette.

A rounded breast shape is characterized by a full, symmetrical shape with the breast tissue evenly distributed, giving it a natural, rounded appearance. For women with this breast shape, bralettes are an excellent choice. Bralettes provide light to medium support and are ideal for enhancing the natural shape of rounded breasts without the constriction of traditional underwires. They offer comfort, a soft fit, and can provide a smooth, seamless look under clothing. Bralettes are perfect for everyday wear or as a stylish, relaxed alternative to more structured bras.

A pointed breast shape is characterized by a more angular or conical appearance, where the breast tissue may be fuller at the bottom with a more pronounced point at the top. For women with this shape, ultra-padded bras are a great option. These bras provide additional padding and support, helping to create a fuller, rounded look and reduce the pointed appearance. The extra padding offers lift and shaping, providing a smoother, more natural silhouette. Ultra-padded bras are especially helpful for enhancing volume and creating a balanced shape, making them perfect for both everyday wear and special occasions.

Asymmetric

An asymmetric breast shape refers to when one breast is slightly larger or shaped differently than the other. For women with this shape, bras with adjustable padding are ideal. These bras allow for customisation in fit and support, with adjustable straps and removable or varying levels of padding that can help balance the appearance of both breasts. By adding extra padding to the smaller breast, or adjusting the fit to ensure comfort, adjustable padded bras provide a smooth and even look, offering both support and confidence throughout the day.