What to Wear to Enhance a Small Bust
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Learn how to dress to enhance the appearance of a small bust.
What to Wear Underneath
Before you go any further, make sure you have the right bra.
Boost your bust with these visual enhancement tricks.
Look for dresses and tops that feature gathering, pleats, twists, knots, and/or ruching at the bodice. A style that works well on small-busted women can provide a visual boost as effective as a good push-up bra.The dress shown here has a gathered bust with a twist in the middle. This kind of detailing gives the illusion of curves through texture and volume. Notice how the gathered folds in the fabric create the appearance of a fuller, rounder bustline.
Go for fitted styles with draped necklines.
Draping at the neckline of a top, sweater or dress can be a very flattering style for small-busted figures. Just make sure the bodice is fitted and that the neckline doesn't dip too low, otherwise you could end up showing too much when you lean forward!
I love simple, elegant drape neck styles. This casual top (above right) and satin evening dress (left) are both classic prototypes you can keep in mind when shopping for clothes to enhance a small bust.
As you can see, this dress is quite low-cut. However, it doesn't overwhelm the model's small figure; that's because the dress isn't too wide for her shoulders, and it's cut to fit close to the body through the bust and waist.
Flattering Dresses
For small-busted women and teens.
From flat to feminine: How to transform your bust
...just add ruffles!
Wear tops and dresses with ruffled necklines. A little ruffle can do wonders for a flat chest. My favorite way to wear bust-enhancing ruffles is on a scoop neck cotton eyelet blouse.Try a pretty, feminine blouse like this one in white or cream -- light colors also help enhance a small bust, and you'll be able to wear a piece like this all year round. Just throw on a cropped jacket or cozy cardigan over it when the weather gets chilly.
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Celebrate summer with a classic peasant blouse.
Style Tips for Petite Women
How to dress to flatter a small frame.

Note that both of the drape neck fashions shown above are fitted everywhere except at the neckline. Clothes that are cut too loose or boxy will swallow up your petite figure and hide what little curves you do have. For outerwear, petite figures look best in cropped jackets and belted coats that come in at the waist.
Still wondering what to wear? Questions are welcome.
Flat fashionistas, please note: don't miss the style gallery farther down.
If there's anything else you'd like to know about what to wear to enhance a small bust, feel free to enter your question in the comment box below. There's no need to register an account, but don't forget to bookmark this page so you'll be able to find my response. The itty bitty t-word committee appreciates your support, whether you're a member yourself or just a friendly ally of our cause. :)
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MR
May 24, 2012 @ 10:12 pm | delete
- are their any brands specificly catering to people like us (small boobs)?
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MR
May 24, 2012 @ 10:12 pm | delete
- are their any brands specificly catering to people like us (small boobs)?
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anonymous
May 21, 2012 @ 10:11 pm | delete
- is this a good dress for a size 34A? http://www.dillards.com/product/Inspire-Me-Tiered-Strapless-Dress_301_-1_301_503065112?splashlink=dd_jr_tc1_Dresses_062311
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unomomento
May 8, 2012 @ 8:52 pm | delete
- It doesnt appeal to everybody but its good to know, really appreciate the information.
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Saizuke
Apr 11, 2012 @ 11:49 pm | delete
- I've been looking for information about how to dress because I'm flat as a man. In fact, I don't wear a bra :( I feel extremely depressed, I'm 27, but I look like a boy... What I do is wearing a black sweater over black t-shirts... all the time... because I'm not even a AAA cup... I have nothing! Am I hopeless???
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Fashions for the Flat and Fabulous
Gorgeous clothes to fit, flatter and enhance small breasts.
A tube dress can be a wonderful thing for the small-busted. You'll make voluptuous ladies jealous -- no way could they pull this off! By Linea O.
Snag That Style
Shop for clothes to enhance your small bust.

See something here you like? Here's where you can get the fashions featured in the gallery above. Go ahead, give that sexy little bust of yours a gift... because small breasts are beautiful.
Repeat after me: I love my itty bitty rack, and I'm gonna dress it right.
Free People sparkle sequin dress: Karmaloop.
Linea O pink retro print tube dress: Manhattanite.
Akiko flutter sleeve top with tie detail and gold bead accent at center bust: National Jean Company.
by cjsysreform
I'm Amanda Sage, author of the Itty Bitty Bra Guide for small-busted women like me. If you are a B cup or smaller, I'd love to feature your bra shopping... more »
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