When it comes to getting the perfect bra fit, there are a few signs to look out for. One common sign that your bra does not fit well is if the center of bra doesn't lie flat against your chest wall. This can happen for a few reasons. Let's go through why your center gore may not lie flat and how to determine if you have a well fitting bra.
What Does It Mean When Your Bra Doesn't Sit Flat on Your Sternum?
There are a few main reasons why your bra is not lying flat on your sternum. Whether it's due to wearing the wrong cup size or band size, or your bra style simply isn't working with your breast shape, there are a few ways to determine what this phenomenon means for you and how to address it.
3 Reasons Your Bra Gore Is Floating in the Front
One of the most common reasons is that you are wearing the wrong cup size. Wearing a cup size that is too small means that your breast tissue is not fully encased in each cup, which in turn causes the center gore to hover over the chest instead of lying flat against the sternum.
Another reason why your bra center gore is not touching your chest wall could be that your band size is too big. A bra band that is too loose will not sit securely against the body and in turn will not be able to sit flush against the chest. Furthermore, a bra band that is too big means your bra is simply not providing the support it should be.
A third reason why your center gore fails to lie flat against the chest could be that you are simply wearing the wrong bra style for your breast shape. If you have close-set breasts, this may inhibit the center gore from tacking properly against the body.
Lastly, certain bra styles themselves may not be designed to sit flat along the chest, specifically certain wireless bras or minimizer styles. It's worth trying out a few different bra styles to determine what works best for you and feels comfortable on your chest.
How to Fix a Floating Bra Gore for Full Figures
Your first line of defense in fixing a floating bra gore should always be to remeasure your bra size to ensure you have the correct fit. Regardless of the bra style, if you are wearing the wrong bra size your bra will never sit properly on your body or provide the support you need.
Glamorise also designs bras for full figures that are designed to comfortably encapsulate and support the chest, and allow for the center gore to lie flat against the chest wall.
Glamorise Solutions for Perfect Separation and Support
If you experience your bra center gore floating above the chest wall, try these Glamorise styles.
Glamorise Underwire Front-Closure Bras
Glamorise underwire front-closure bras feature rigid structured cups and a single snap clasp in the front that lies flat against the chest wall. Since these bras have a more rigid structure than other styles, the center gore should lie flat against the chest with minimal to no adjustments needed throughout the day.
Glamorise Wireless MagicLift® Bras
Glamorise MagicLift bras provide the same all-day support without rigid underwires. However where these bras lack underwires, they do not lack support and structure. The wireless cups and inner-bust bands provide separation and lift of the breast tissue and the mesh center gore should lie flat against the chest with minimal adjustments needed.
Regardless of whether you opt for underwire or wireless bras, always ensure you are wearing the correct bra size. Wearing the proper bra size is the easiest way to ensure you are wearing a comfortable and supportive bra.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the center of a wire-free bra need to touch your chest?
No, the center gore of a wire-free bra does not necessarily need to touch your chest. Since wireless bras do not have the same rigid structured cups as underwire bras, the center gore may not sit flush against the body in the same way an underwire bra would.
How do I know if my bra gore isn't tacking because of cup shape vs. cup size?
If you are experiencing any spillage over the tops or sides of the bra cups, this is likely a sign that your cup size is to blame. If the bra cups fully encapsulate your breast tissue and you are not experiencing any cup spillage, then the cup shape may be to blame for the center gore not tacking properly.
About the Author
Maeve Gesualdi is a Fordham University alumna where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Fashion Studies. Based in New York City, Maeve is part of the marketing team at Glamorise. Maeve regularly interacts with customers via social media and product reviews, as well as with influencers and models. She is constantly getting feedback on our products as well as gaining a better understanding of what women in our category struggle with and/or look for when searching for a bra. Aside from writing, she is passionate about all things travel and fashion.
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