Janie Grace Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Grrrrrr! I just got back from the the Loft, which has been my go-to place for casual-but-nice tops. I tried on about 15 different shirts and they ALL show a lot of cleavage or are see-through! Every last one. Is it impossibly to find a somewhat cute T without having to wear a cami?!? Sheesh, I'm so frustrated! I got some from Lands End but they were (sorry) frumpy. Just not flattering. Any ideas? I'm big-chested but small waist/hipped -- which makes things challenging even without the see-through and cleaving-baring factors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Well, I don't want to show anything! I am stingy that way. Have you checked other places like Eddie Bauer, Patagonia or April Cornell? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbel Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Grrrrrr! I just got back from the the Loft, which has been my go-to place for casual-but-nice tops. I tried on about 15 different shirts and they ALL show a lot of cleavage or are see-through! Every last one. Is it impossibly to find a somewhat cute T without having to wear a cami?!? Sheesh, I'm so frustrated! I got some from Lands End but they were (sorry) frumpy. Just not flattering. Any ideas? I'm big-chested but small waist/hipped -- which makes things challenging even without the see-through and cleaving-baring factors. Great. I was looking at the Loft website last night and was going to go today to try some things on. I'm sick of trying on summer tops that I have to wear a cami under. Summer = hot weather = desire not to wear multiple layers of clothing. I'm sorry. Obviously I have no ideas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Try Talbots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luanne Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 They make shirts that way apparently because a lot of women actually do want to show their books to the world... at least around here they do. :huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Yeah, I saw a see through top on a mannequin in a store window with a colored bra underneath. Who would wear that?! (I'm sure some would like it but it is definitely not my style!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I agree, it's so frustrating! :mad: I wish I had some great ideas for you, but I find myself needing layers almost every day, even in the summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I actually don't mind showing cleavage (cleavage is very common where i live). But, I still layer a tank under almost all shirts. That is just the way almost everything is made right now. It's meant to be layered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsJewelsRae Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I think it's a conspiracy to make us have to buy more clothes. I have almost NO tops that I can wear without a cami under. It's ridiculous. Seeing your bra cups above the neckline of a shirt is not stylish or desirable to most people , so why do they keep making clothes like that?!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 It's not just about the look, it's about the extra laundry! Seems like much of the clothing for girls is the same way (thin and low cut) and they've got nothing to show. I personally think it's a merchandising scam to sell one shirt for the price of two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinaPagnato Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I started noticing this a couple of summers ago. It gets so stinking hot around here that the very idea of layering makes me sweat profusely! I hate it, which is why I've found that I need to buy my stuff from department stores like Macy's, rather than Target. Macy's sale prices are really as cheap as Target's. Plus, since more mature women shop there, the clothing is more geared toward things I like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted June 19, 2014 Author Share Posted June 19, 2014 I actually don't mind showing cleavage (cleavage is very common where i live). But, I still layer a tank under almost all shirts. That is just the way almost everything is made right now. It's meant to be layered. I don't know how big you are, but IMHO, showing cleavage when you're a DD like I am looks tacky. Like I'm trying to be a s*x pot or something. Guys do double takes. They're just... BIG. It's almost 100 degrees here. Layers are from the devil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted June 19, 2014 Author Share Posted June 19, 2014 Talbots, Patagonia, April Cornell. Thanks for the suggestions. Filing for perusal after dinner... Surely there are decent options out there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 The see through thing I totally don't get. I saw someone in a totally see through dress earlier today on the street. She had on undergarments that were clearly meant to be seen through, but it was still really weird to me. But if something is low cut, since my books are basically novellas, not epics, it's actually more flattering on me without showing off much. So maybe novellas are in right now? Or maybe showing off epic books is in. Another possibility. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busymama7 Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I don't have a link but I have some little cleavage coverage things that snap around my bra straps. If the only issue is a too low neck then it saves me having to layer with a cami. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I refuse to buy any shirt that has to be layered to be decent. It's silly. And it's just another way clothing manufacturers rip women off. I'll stick with quality places like Talbots and LL Bean. If that makes me frumpy then so be it. Better frumpy than a sucker. Or burning up hot from layered clothing in the summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I refuse to buy any shirt that has to be layered to be decent. It's silly. And it's just another way clothing manufacturers rip women off. I'll stick with quality places like Talbots and LL Bean. If that makes me frumpy then so be it. Better frumpy than a sucker. Or burning up hot from layered clothing in the summer. But they aren't frumpy. Both Talbots and Bean have fitted women's t-shirts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moxie Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Fruit of the Loom, I think, makes what they call "sports bras". They are really just more supportive upper halves of a tank top. They look really nice under things and are pretty cheap. ETA: I just googled and, yes, it is Fruit of the Loom. I'd link but I can't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I have taken to thrift store shopping for camis. I then buy the cute top that I like but shows more than I personally want to show, and then I cut out the top three inches og the cami across the width and hand tack it into the underarm seams. I have the inset without wearing a second shirt when it's hot out. I also do not have to worry about making sure the right cami is clean at the same time as the shirt it is worn with...I can usually get the cami's for $2.00 each. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busymama7 Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Like these? No like this: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busymama7 Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 No like this: Oops. Let me try again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busymama7 Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Oops. Let me try again Like these but I got a set of 3 at walmart in the as seen on TV section. http://www.cleava.com/Default.asp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moxie Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Oops. Let me try again Yeah, my linker is broken too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busymama7 Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I have taken to thrift store shopping for camis. I then buy the cute top that I like but shows more than I personally want to show, and then I cut out the top three inches og the cami across the width and hand tack it into the underarm seams. I have the inset without wearing a second shirt when it's hot out. I also do not have to worry about making sure the right cami is clean at the same time as the shirt it is worn with...I can usually get the cami's for $2.00 each. This is a great idea too. You could probably sew them right into the neckline. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moxie Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Like these but I got a set of 3 at walmart in the as seen on TV section. http://www.cleava.com/Default.asp That is one of those things that make me smack my head and think, "Why didn't I come up with that??" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katy Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I have the same hourglass sort of figure and I wear jersey sundresses all summer long. I get about half of them from OldNavy.com dress sales, and half from other random stores. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 This is a great idea too. You could probably sew them right into the neckline. Depends on the cut. Sometimes there isn't a seam in the neckline to tack it to without the stiches showing. I've been thrilled with the outcome because I get really nice tops without the double layer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmtzc2009 Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I do not want to show my bOOks to anyone but dh. Shirt shopping is so hard! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 So if I show cleavage I'm either indecent or a sucker or both. Nice. Anyway, I live in a hot hot place, and I hate a full cami. I have several half camis from Second Base. Expensive but you can catch sales. ETA: Here the link to Second Base Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I have the same hourglass sort of figure and I wear jersey sundresses all summer long. I get about half of them from OldNavy.com dress sales, and half from other random stores. Thanks! I never shop at old navy, but based on your recommendation, just purchased three jersey wrap dresses on sale. Whee! I almost never find clothes I like, so this is a big deal! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Oh so *that's* what BooKs means. There needs to be a list for us newbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I don't know how big you are, but IMHO, showing cleavage when you're a DD like I am looks tacky. Like I'm trying to be a s*x pot or something. Guys do double takes. They're just... BIG. It's almost 100 degrees here. Layers are from the devil. I'm a DD. I don't feel like anyone is leering at me but even if they were I don't mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 I actually love Loft shirts because they are light and airy and cool. I occasionally show some cleavage in hot weather when I don't want to layer, but I don't care. BUT. I bought a few t-shirts this year at Costco. These suckers are form fitting (i.e. not baggy) and don't show any cleavage. They are a little thick for when it's hot, but they definitely serve a purpose! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Like these but I got a set of 3 at walmart in the as seen on TV section. http://www.cleava.com/Default.asp Am I the only who saw these and thought "bra thong"? :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyDay Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Dd wear bandeau's under her tops. Coobie Bras are good too. Just too hot for layers!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted June 20, 2014 Author Share Posted June 20, 2014 So if I show cleavage I'm either indecent or a sucker or both. Nice. Anyway, I live in a hot hot place, and I hate a full cami. I have several half camis from Second Base. Expensive but you can catch sales. ETA: Here the link to Second Base Sorry if I offended you. *I* feel uncomfortable showing cleavage. I don't judge others who do as "indecent." I just prefer mine to be covered up. Thanks for the link! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmama Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Fruit of the Loom, I think, makes what they call "sports bras". They are really just more supportive upper halves of a tank top. They look really nice under things and are pretty cheap. ETA: I just googled and, yes, it is Fruit of the Loom. I'd link but I can't. I wear these. They are cotton and very breathable. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 So if I show cleavage I'm either indecent or a sucker or both. Nice. Anyway, I live in a hot hot place, and I hate a full cami. I have several half camis from Second Base. Expensive but you can catch sales. ETA: Here the link to Second Base Thanks for the link! I just may order something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Oh boo hoo. You HAVE cleavage. I'm sad for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted June 20, 2014 Author Share Posted June 20, 2014 Oh boo hoo. You HAVE cleavage. I'm sad for you. Well, I guess we all want what we don't have. I look at women with small breasts and think they look extremely elegant and beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveOaksAcademy Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Sorry if I offended you. *I* feel uncomfortable showing cleavage. I don't judge others who do as "indecent." I just prefer mine to be covered up. Thanks for the link! First, like the others, I was going to suggest a cami. I'm not comfortable with cleavage either. My daughter likes to buy sports bras in different colors. Then they are multi-purpose: she runs in them and wears them underneath things. Secondly, I just wanted to tell you what a kind and gracious response you had here! I'm with you...just because I'm not comfortable with it doesn't mean I'm judging the rest of the world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiana Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Oh boo hoo. You HAVE cleavage. I'm sad for you. I'd prefer to just be average. I lost weight and hoped they'd shrink ... instead I went from 38DD to 32G. All those cute cute v-neck tops that everyone else wears? When I wear them, they look positively indecent, in a "don't bend over -- you might fall out!" sort of way. I look at people who have C cups and I'm envious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Sorry if I offended you. *I* feel uncomfortable showing cleavage. I don't judge others who do as "indecent." I just prefer mine to be covered up. Thanks for the link! You didn't offend me. It was another post I was referring to. I have no problem if women want to show cleavage or not. I prefer less to no cleavage myself most times. I love the second base cami. I also have sports bras but sometimes you don't want the uniboob look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 J Crew? Gap? Macy's? I just bought a couple shirts from Loft that were more conservative, but they are made out of more blouse-like material rather than T-shirt material. Still, they look nice with jeans. (And Loft is having a 40% off sale right now) Also, they tend to have more available online. http://www.loft.com/floral-bow-neck-shell/348705?colorExplode=false&skuId=17101165&catid=catl000011&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=7142 http://www.loft.com/floral-linen-sleeveless-tee/334787?colorExplode=false&skuId=16661271&catid=catl000011&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=0251 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 You didn't offend me. It was another post I was referring to. I have no problem if women want to show cleavage or not. I prefer less to no cleavage myself most times. I love the second base cami. I also have sports bras but sometimes you don't want the uniboob look. The other poster was me. Sorry I wasn't more clear. I would feel like a sucker if I bought clothes so thin I had to layer. That's me. I realize other people totally like the look. Or like wearing camis. No judgment from me on either one. But It's totally not for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 The other poster was me. Sorry I wasn't more clear. I would feel like a sucker if I bought clothes so thin I had to layer. That's me. I realize other people totally like the look. Or like wearing camis. No judgment from me on either one. But It's totally not for me.And I'm sorry, too, if what I said offended. I am not lobbying for an either-or solution. We need both-and clothing options that will meet needs across the board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb_ Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 I just bought these bandeaus for all the girls in my family: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00DY9QFHG/ref=cts_ap_2_fbt?pi=SL110# They are 3/$11 and they come in a huge range of colors. They can be worn without a bra like a shelf bra unless you really need one. They are prettier in person and so comfy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 I have cleavage (DD) and it shows, but I do try to minimize it some sometimes. Believe it or not, I just bought several t-shirts from Lands End that are neither frumpy/old-ladyish nor indecent. They are plain fitted scoop-neck t-shirts. The material is great, they're comfortable and form-fitting, but they do show a tad bit of cleavage. Then again, I simply cannot really help that a whole lot. Might be worth checking out as an option, is what I'm trying to say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luanne Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Oh boo hoo. You HAVE cleavage. I'm sad for you. Is this really necessary? Someone wants to cover up and prefers not to show her cleavage and you apparently have a problem with that? WOW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Is this really necessary? Someone wants to cover up and prefers not to show her cleavage and you apparently have a problem with that? WOW! I was teasing. I'm pretty sure 98% of the people who read my post got it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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