SHAPERMINT Bras for Women, Full Coverage Wirefree Bra with Lift, Plus Size

I'm writing a detailed review because I don't feel like there are enough for us when we're buying bras! :) I'm 5'2 about 140 lbs (maybe less but not by much) and a 36DDD. I ended up getting the XL. I can definitely wear it and I'm keeping it, but I think it actually is a tad big. I'm on the very last hooks so as it stretches I won't have any ability to tighten it. I think you're supposed to be able to comfortably put it on the first hooks when the bra is new. That way you can go up to the next hooks as it stretches. Just keep that in mind. It also bows out a little on the sides of the cups near the front of my armpits. You can't see it through the shirt though and I just tightened the shoulder straps with only about an inch left of the strap to help minimize this. The thing I LOVE about this bra: I NEVER have to adjust my bo*bs after bending over! When I tell you it's taken me weeks to lose my habit of automatically going to put them back in my bra because I've had to do that my whole adult life, I'm not kidding. It's also comfortable. I was really surprised about that. I typically like to "hide" the size of my chest and this bra does NOT do that, but they look really nice in my shirts. I'm going to try a large when they're back in stock. I'll update about how it fits UPDATE: I bought the black in Large and it's a little different from the XL. The straps are skinnier and there are only 3 hooks in the back instead of 4. It feels different as well. I actually really like the fit of this one better. It doesn't bulge out on the sides as much and still keeps me from spilling out of the top. I wish I had returned the other one now! Happy shopping :)

I have a hard time finding bras , I normally think of them as torture devices made by men to make me miserable. I have purchased roughly 50 bras in the last 1-2 years to find one that is comfortable and I don’t have to do a bathroom run so I can adjust everything upstairs a few times a day. I quit getting hopeful. A few years ago I found the IT bra but of course, they quit making that style. The only place to purchase it was on QVC and with 3000+ reviews begging them to bring it back, nope. I thought, hell I’ll try it, can’t be any worse than what I have already bought. I received them (always buy two in case it’s “THE ONE”) (I guess I still hold out hope,lol) I try it on and after adjusting the straps and the closure in the back, it’s “ok”. Then I noticed they send a bra extender, (GAME CHANGER) I didn’t think much of it at first but I wasn’t quite comfortable so I wasn’t impressed. I felt like it would come off my shoulders, remember torture device, stuffed sausage, just not comfy. Then I noticed I could cross the straps, (I have horrible back and neck problems, tension, aching, headaches from working at a desk all day) so I let the straps way out and grabbed that handy dandy bra extender and started working the straps and back where I would get comfy. First day was …ok. I was not comfy by any means. But I Never had to adjust it. But the criss cross was too high and made my neck uncomfortable. Second day, I played with the criss cross across my upper back, and really pulled down on the extender, which pulled down on the cross cross on my upper back(where I have pain) EUREKA! The criss cross was pushing on my upper back( not neck) and I used that extender to its full potential! The bra has a 2 inch long place to clasp the bra closed in the back, 4 brackets tall. ( do not know the technical terms for this, bare with me lol) The extender is another 2 1/2 inches long with 4 brackets to clasp it together. I pulled down on the back until I found “THE SPOT” for that criss cross on my upper back and snapped that baby closed. OH MY MY MY GOD!!!! ( I apologize, but the Lord likes when your happy) I went from 5 Am to 3 Pm at work, I wasn’t adjusting straps, I wasn’t tugging down on the back cause it rode up, I did not have to go for a bathroom trip to pull them back up because the bra was sliding up in the front. It has actual cup covers so modesty is A-OK, it stayed in place all day, and the boobs did too!!! My neck did Not hurt because the pressure from that criss cross pushed right on my upper back that I stood up straight without pain. No pulling on my shoulders making me hunch over after hours of sitting. I’m not saying this damn thing is a miracle but for us ladies who are older, and we have more aches, cracks and pops than the cereal, it’s AMAZING! I would be happier if the sides were an inch taller but considering it pushed the boobs up and together and made my back and neck NOT hurt, I’m sold! For the young ladies with none of these problems, I’m sure it’s good for you too lol. 😂

I had been having issues with underwire bras for a while now. I was having issues with them breaking in the wash(even when using a lingerie bag). I wanted an alternative to try that would have the same support but more comfort and reliability. I had seen the ads for these bras but was skeptical. I finally broke down and ordered one after reading some reliable reviews. The first one I ordered was done according to their chart but measured without a bra on. I got a 2XL and it was way too large. The cups were so oversized that you could see the top of the bra cups while wearing a V-neck tshirt. It felt like I was wearing a GIANT double barrel slingshot!! The bottom band rolled up horribly because it didn’t fit correctly. I couldn’t believe that a bra could fit so poorly. So i decided to try a smaller size and give them a second chance. I’m glad that I gave them a second chance but would definitely suggest some improvements to the design. I went a size smaller than their sizing chart recommended and it fits better. The cups cover fully(sometimes too much), the band sits comfortably most of the time, the support is good and lift is acceptable, and it does smooth any issues that you may have with back fat. But I think the cup coverage in the cleavage are could be a bit less as it tends to show with v-necks if the bra shifts or rides up. The only things that I would suggest to the company if asked would be to attach the outer layer to the cup layer somehow so that it’s not so shifty over the support layer of the bra and to put some type of sticky silicone type of stuff under the band to help it stay in place as it tends to shift or roll. This bra is supportive like a sports bra. Though I dislike that it is so thick and padded feeling. If you already have larger breasts, you typically don’t want them to look bigger. I’m not used to the wider straps and the 4 hook wide back but it may be just what I need to help me feel better…and get away from the underwire. I do not recommend going by their sizing guide though. According to their chart I was a 42D= 2XL. I went to a 40D= XL on the second purchase and I’m glad I did. Not entirely positive if I will purchase again…still kinda on the fence.

I wasn't paid to review this. I got this bra for $30 in a sale. I'm a larger size chest, usually something like a 36DDD. + Fabric is nice + bra is comfortable + good lift and separation - size chart is weird. If I had followed the chart, I would be SWIMMING in this bra. I bought my normal size and it's still a bit on the roomy side. - way more cleavage because of the lift - VERY BOUNCY. I would not call it supportive in any way. If I move even a little bit, they're bouncing like they're on springs. Overall, a decent quality bra at a good enough price. I'd buy it again at this price and feel I could wear it to work.

I LOVED LOVED LOVED the original bra that i bought about a year ago, so I thought I’d refresh my bras with some new ones. WELL… they have already changed the style and shape and material!! Where the original ones lay flat against my skin, and have nice cup sizes and are great to put under clothing that is fitted, the new ones have a different clasp in the back that isn’t as wide, and doesn’t lay flat which creates lines under my clothing, then the front, center piece where the 2 cups are sewn together now bulges out and has this super weird bump that TOTALLY shows at the bottom of my bra, then the lovely fabric that laid against my skin in the front, that part that also made it smooth under my clothing is not gone. It doesn’t go nearly as far down as it did, so it’s not as smooth. Then the cup size has completely changed!! I’m a petite build, 5’0, 110 pds but i have rather large breast, 32DDD. This was the only bra that i could find that my boobs didn’t overlap and didn’t look like a granny bra. I was getting the original in a Medium which was a slight bit bigger around than i wanted but the comfortable cup size more than made up for that. These new ones, that are supposedly the same size and style as the original ones, DO NOT FIT!!! I haven’t gotten bigger in any area, my boobs are the exact same size, my size is still 32DDD, my weight is the same but the new bras cup size is way too small!! And it bulges under my arms. Whoever they are using to design and manufacturer the new bras has ruined these. Might as well go to walmart and get a similar bra for much less money. I’d be willing to pay more for this bra if it was the original but not now.

UPDATED REVIEW (5 months after purchase): I’ve worn this bra now for about five months. The sides of the bra stretched and deformed so much, that I look like I have huge rolls under my arms, which I don’t. There are thin plastic inserts on the sides that are probably meant to hold the sides in. But for the past 3 months, I’ve noticed that they started bending outward, which creates a visible bulge on the sides, that’s completely empty inside. It makes me look like I’m wearing an inflatable doughnut on me. It’s a definite design flaw, and I’m not sure how to take those plastic parts out to see if the bra works better without them. I’ll attempt to cut them out and see if it improves the look, but honestly, this is not the bra I would ever buy again. ORIGINAL REVIEW: I like that this bra has no wires, and it doesn’t hurt to wear. However, the fabric is a bit stretchy - when I started wearing it, I was fastening it onto the very edge row of the back strap; now that I’ve worn it for about a week, I am fastening it on the farthest in row. If I had to buy it again, I would go a size down, so that when it stretches, it would still fit well

I am not a small woman, and ever since high school, I have always worn an uncomfortable underwire bra. I considered just a fact of life for being large. I've tried other "viral" bras before that claimed to fix all those problems and underwire caused, but they always rolled up or didn't come close to fitting (despite going by measurements) or were incredibly uncomfortable in some other way. After my current "favorite" underwire bra began cutting into me to the point I needed Neosporin and Band-Aids, I started looking again. This thing kept coming up on my Instagram (though I NEVER purchase through there), and I found it here. I got it last night, and when I started trying it on, I was a bit worried it would be too tight/uncomfortable. I hooked it anyway, made the requisite adjustments to the girls, and it felt okay. I know bras are always a bit tighter when brand new, so I decided to keep it and give it a real world test by wearing it to work today. Boy, I did not know how REAL WORLD that test was going to turn out to be! I got to work this morning, and most of the air conditioning was out. In Southeast Texas. In 99° weather and 88% humidity. It was awful! On top of that, today was our "rotation" day where we have to move around to different classrooms all day for different short-form trainings. Up, down, across the building, back to the other side, different chairs, different room set-ups... lots going on. I have fluctuated between dripping in sweat and freezing cold in the one or two rooms that still had air. I realized, as I walked back to my room to gather my things and head home that I had not adjusted my bra all day long. I haven't futzed with it. I haven't itched or pulled at it. Any ladies with larger breasts will understand the struggles. I don't do a lot of reviews, but in this case, I had to! Through all of the temperature changes and all of the movement and despite my size, this bra stayed put COMFORTABLY. Not only did I not mess with it all day, I completely forgot I was wearing it! It is so comfortable and so cool! I am so happy I found it, and I will definitely be buying more!

Over the last couple of years I've lost 70 pounds, so I've had to replace everything. I've been on the hunt for a comfortable bra that supports my even saggier boobs (from weight loss, age, and nursing two babies in my long ago 20's). I even had a breast reduction 30 years ago, so I've really struggled with bra fitting since then. There's a half cup size difference since the reduction, too. They've been through the ringer. LOL I feel very comfortable and confident in this bra. My boobs are more lifted than they're been since I gave up on underwire! I will be ordering more colors in this bra. I've encouraged my mom to order some, too! Because of the weight loss, I have extra skin under my arms. It's not really "boob" tissue, but I need the bra to support it. I could've worn the Large as far as the actual cup size goes, but this XL actually holds in that extra skin. (I ordered the L and XL and kept the XL.) At Lane Bryant, I'm sized as a 38 C, but this XL is doing a fabulous job! I rarely post reviews, and certainly never post pics of me in a bra, but I am really happy with this purchase. I rely on reviews and pics, so maybe this will help someone in a similar situation. It goes against all that's in me to love a bra, but I think I actually do love it.

I was skeptical on this bra, one due to the price, no wires and of course all the hype. I have always had bras with underwire for support. I can't even wear sports bras because the band would tuck under the boob's. I wear a 38DDD so I followed the sizing chary they provide and ordered an XL. For the first time ever I wore it yesterday and am in love with this bra. I dont really care for the cups to sit as high as they do, but no spillage, no tucking of the bands comfortable on the shoulders. Best purchase ever. I am ordering 3 more today.

When you look at the size guide, it's almost as if one size fits all !!! (It doesn't) I am a 38f uk size, so I ordered the XL ! Although feels too big around my middle the cup size is no way big enough. There is no support to keep the breasts where they need to be, it just feels like I am sliding about and falling out everywhere ! I have worn it for 3 days now and I just can't get on with it, so disappointed it just seems impossible to find a bra that is comfortable and fits properly ! My lifelong mission continues !!!

i'm a 36 D and got the large as suggested but the cups were to small, i got the extra large and the cups are right but the bands a little big (i need to use the smallest hooks) witch is unfortunate but it has 4 hooks so super supportive i have a very active job and this is a great bra but it does get runs. * i got a replacement from shapermint that's the same size but the band was smaller! XL fits perfect now! and has not run!*

Generally this bra is fine, but it was described as "seamless" and looks smooth from the outside/as pictured so I wasn't expecting the hem/ridge on the inside right where an underwire would be. I got this bra with the aim of reducing rubbing in that area due to a healing cut, and unfortunately the hem rubs right where the underwire of other bras does, so it didn't do the trick.

I’m 5’4, 130 lbs and commonly wear a 34D. I purchased the Shapermint essentials small (model #10210) in cream. I was skeptical before ordering but wanted, as most women do, a comfortable bra that held breasts in place, without overflowing the cups, no sagging and covered the extra little fat on the back. In my opinion, this is the most comfortable bra I have owned. It is padded so nipples don’t show and fits well. I would like to see the straps wider for a little more comfort on the shoulders. I will be purchasing other colours. Find your right size, try it out and good luck!