Plus Size Bras

The phrase "plus size bras" covers an enormous range of bodies and needs — a size 14F has very different fit requirements to a size 22K, and both are underserved by most of the market. At Brava, the plus size bra range is built around the reality that larger band sizes and larger cup sizes need to work together: a cup that's designed for a 10-band frame won't fit a 20-band frame in the same size, and most mainstream brands don't account for this.

What changes with larger band sizes

As band sizes increase, the underwire needs to be wider to span the chest, the cup needs to be positioned further apart, and the side wings need to be longer to anchor properly on a larger torso. Brands that design specifically for larger band sizes — Elomi, Goddess, Sculptresse — build these proportions into their cup construction. Brands that simply scale up from smaller sizes produce bras where the underwire is too narrow, the cups too close together, and the band too short to close comfortably.

Elomi is the principal brand for plus size bras at Brava — running from 10 to 22 band and D to K cup, with a range that includes everyday, plunge, sports, and swimwear. Their deep U-wires and rigid fabrics are specifically engineered for larger, heavier busts. Goddess and Sculptresse are excellent value alternatives at larger band sizes. Panache runs to 22 band in most styles and is strong for busts that need a taller cup height.

Browse plus size options

Browse by occasion: plus size swimwear for bra-sized swim in larger bands, sports bras for active support, or the full bra range filtered to your band size. Our fitting team fits plus size customers daily across all three stores and online — a fitting conversation often resolves issues that have persisted for years.