Leading Lady Women's Plus-Size Wireless Padded T-Shirt Bra

It's always hard to find bras with a small cup and larger band size, so I was excited when I spotted this one. Ever in search of a decent bra that fits properly, and after reading reviews that said the cups ran large and the band ran small, I decided to go out on a limb and order one. To be sure, I took my measurements, and by normal sizing, I need a band of 40 in an A -almost B- cup. And that has pretty much been my size for over 10 years. I can and do wear a 40B in some bras (namely underwire, stretchy fabric ones without the padding), but a formed B cup is a little too big- it gaps. So, with the band size reported to run small, I upped from my usual 40 and ordered a 42. I was shocked.. the band was still way too small. I added a bra extender just so I could try it on, and the cups were a perfect fit, but even with a 2" extender it was still way too tight. I removed the extender, laid the bra out flat to measure it and it was barely 32" across! I returned it, and while I want to reorder in a 44 or a 46, they're more expensive, go figure! Plus, I'm worried that the straps will be too far apart and wind up slipping off my shoulders. While the bra appeared well made, I had to take off 1 star for the outrageous discrepancy in the band size. I feel bad for people who order this bra, but do not have the option of free return shipping with Amazon Prime Membership. If you find yourself in that boat I strongly encourage you to contact the seller to resolve the issue. It's not fair to sell an item that does not meet a universal sizing standard. I did go ahead and order their "Underwire Padded T-shirt Bra' in a 44A. I'll review it on that page when it arrives in a couple of days.

I always knew I was an "A" cup even though I needed a large band size. Because "A" cups are not sold in stores in larger sizes, I bought 38B padded bras (to hide all the empty space) & used bra extenders. The bra extenders meant the straps constantly slipped down because the straps were now too near my shoulders.In January, I had had enough. I decided go to make a trip to a bra specialty store, "Wizard of Bras," bite the bullet & pay for a good bra. They measured me above my breasts & under my arms (surprise) to determine my band size correctly, 42. But the sales person kept bringing me 40Bs. The cup still puckered. Apparently, even they didn't have my size in an "A" cup.Back to Amazon... I found this returnable style in a Nude 42A for $38. It fits perfectly. Nothing fancy, but there are no more puckered cups. The straps stay put since I no longer need bra extenders. It is comfortable & naturally shaped. It is lined enough to prevent show thru. The only negative is that the straps sometimes show if I wear a wider neckline top. (But in nude, it's not that bad.) I was so happy, I purchased 3 more today after wearing it for a month. To my surprise it was now only $27. (What's up with those on again/off again price changes? At least this time it was in my favor.)PSI tried 2 other 42A bras from Amazon which I didn't like as well... Amoena Women's Rita Wire-Free with Coolmaxa Pockets Bra, Nude, 42A, & The Perfect "A" Bra- Specifically Designed for A cups sizes 38 to 58, Taupe, 42A. The Amoena bra was not comfortable at all. The Perfect "A" bra was OK, but more heavily padded & stiff. It was not nearly as comfortable. The free return policy on these styles permitted me to get more of the bra that actually fit.

I am a plus-sized woman with a large band size and small cup. I can NEVER find a bra that fits and is comfortable. This bra is the first! I recommend for smaller bust as there isn't a lot of support, and also the cups run big. I normally wear a B but I ordered an A due to the reviews and it was perfect. Great bra for large band but small bust.

1. The reinforcement support "beams" on the sides are like daggers just under my armpit.2. The cups make my breasts look like the are looking ways at once. left pointing left and right pointing right. The peaks couldn't even come straight out in front of my body. Nope. They had to be all whawnky.Most definitely will not buy again.

Maybe it's my own fault, that is certainly possible, but this is the both the smallest and biggest bra of this size I've ever purchased. I've always had a hard time finding bras. As a larger woman with a small chest, there are virtually no stores around me that sell bras that fit me. I always have to come up with some work around to make one fit that is ultimately uncomfortable at best and makes my breasts look weird at worst. When I saw that they offered large A size bras, I was both excited and nervous, excited because I've never seen a bra that may potentially fit without having to use some sort of insert into the cup or a strap extender, but scared because I don't know my exact size and buying a bra without seeing it first is inherently scary. In the end I decided to get a couple strap sizes larger than the bra I currently wear (a 42) and ended up selecting a 46 A. When I tried it on today, I couldn't have been more disappointed. The cup size was still far too big -- neither of my breasts fit, there was lots of room in both cups and that simply shouldn't be the case considering one of my breasts is actually a size B while the other is a size A. It's also very tight around my chest at the same time, despite the fact that all my other bras are 42s and 44s. I'm giving this a 2 rather than a 1 because I think with a small extender and an insert into the cup, this will still be a fine bra it's just incredibly disheartening that the bra I purchased to actually, for once in my life fit me, still doesn't make the cut. You get what you pay for, I guess.

I feel like Goldilocks with this bra style. My "normal" size is 46C. I previously ordered 48B due to other reviews indicating the band size ran small and the cups ran big. The 48B's were acceptable--the band size was good but the cups were STILL too big. With the padded cup style, this can create some unnatural lumps under form fitting tops when you are sitting down. I ordered a 48A this time and it's too small.If you are a borderline C/D cup, the B cup should be fine, but also be sure to order up 1 band size. I would recommend not even trying this style unless you can get free returns.

Nothing wrong with the product but the wrong size was sent (not sure if my error or not)

Under band too tight which leaves a red mark at front and back.RegardsAnne Chambers

This is my favourite bra. It's very comfortable and has a great fit. I'm not that big but I can't stand a tight bra. If you buy a big bra then the cup size is always too big. The leading lady bras have big sizes in A cup which is perfect for me. I love it.

Fit was fine. But this bra had some boning under the arm pit and I absolutely hate that. I am short and it always leaves bruises. I returned it.

Encontré una buena opción para mi talla (42). Es un bra cómodo y realza bien la figura sin deformar. Muy recomendable

Fits well all around just a little big in the cups, I ordered an A instead of a B like I normally would and it's just a little bigger then I would like. But it is very comfortable.

Very thin. Not worth the money

Confortable enough to sleep in if you need the support. Cups are generous and offers great coverage to avoid "spillage".

Bought for someone else and the fit wasn't right.

Not the fit I expected. Not a lot of support. Pretty colour.

it fit a little small, but otherwise seemed good. it was supportive

I require a larger width than I usually wear. Sending this one back and reordering a size up.

I ordered two bras, same size, from the same company (playtex), one fits perfectly and the other is exponentially too big.

cups too big.

I never in my life bought a more uncomfortable bra i hate it