Ahhh, the off the shoulder top. It is the number 2 nemesis of the full busted… second only to the strapless dress. This baring your shoulders goes in and out of style, but this season it’s back. So if you’re a chesty babe, here are some times to help you navigate the trend…
- Stick with dark colors. When there is a trend that I fear will not flatter my bust line, I always try it in a dark color, usually a black. Since dark shades are automatically slimming, it automatically make trends more flattering.
- Asymmetrical lines slim the body as well. Some off the shoulder tops go straight across the body. That horizontal line right above the bust can make your shoulder look wider, and your bust appear saggy (even if they really are in the right place). So try an off-one-shoulder-top, like I’m wearing. It can actually slim and otherwise large upper body.
- Show off your straps. I have tried, Lord knows I’ve tried, to find strapless bras that fit. I say, be comfortable, and let your straps show. I think it works best with a black bra, or one in a fun color, or with a detailed strap that just begs to be shown off. Make sure the strap matches or coordinates with the outfit. Not a fan of showing your bra? You can also layer your of the shoulder top over a tank… I did, and it’s a shapewear tank for extra slimming power!
What I’m wearing…
- Top: James Perse that I’ve had FOREVER!
- Shape Wear Tank: Maidenform
- Skirt: Forever 21
- Clutch: ASOS (similar)
- Shoes: ASOS.. comfortable, affordable, and on sale!
- Jewelry: Bracelet & Earrings from BaubleBar
- Lipstick: Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick in Vampira
Will you be wearing the off-the-shoulder trend? Are there any trends you’re loving but afraid to try this Fall?
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29 Comments on Fashion or Bust: How to Wear an Off The Shoulder Top with a Full Bust
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Biana Perez
September 15, 2015 at 9:34 am (8 years ago)Beautiful outfit – I especially love the color of the skirt on you! xo, Biana –BlovedBoston
Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:45 pm (8 years ago)Thanks so much!! I never used to like this color, but it grew on me 🙂
Ivette Thomas @ All About Bham
September 15, 2015 at 10:52 am (8 years ago)There’s nothing I love more than a great off the shoulder top and this one looks amazing on you! I love how you paired it with a leather skirt. Makes me want to update my fall wardrobe 🙂
xo Ivette
Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:45 pm (8 years ago)Thanks!!
Jessica Myers
September 15, 2015 at 1:20 pm (8 years ago)Totally gorgeous! After reading this post, I’m thinking I’ll need to invest in an off-the-shoulder top. 🙂
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Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:45 pm (8 years ago)You should, they’re so fun!!
Amanda Light
September 15, 2015 at 3:34 pm (8 years ago)I am totally with you on the big busted, off the shoulder dilemma… every time I try it, my big hunking bra straps won’t agree with the goal of looking effortlessly cool. And don’t even get me started on the weddings where I have had to wear short, strapless dresses. They don’t make a strapless bra good enough. *end rant* lol
Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:46 pm (8 years ago)Girrrrl, tell be about it!! I live in fear of the strapless dress!!!
Taylor McLemore
September 15, 2015 at 6:08 pm (8 years ago)You look amazing, unfortunately I have a small bust so I don’t have this problem but I do love a good off the shoulder top! You styled it so well!
xo
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Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:46 pm (8 years ago)Thanks so much!!!
Elle Spann
September 15, 2015 at 9:27 pm (8 years ago)your skirt is so fun!! also, I hate strapless bras. they are just the worst!
elle
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Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:47 pm (8 years ago)Thanks!! … they really are the worst, you’d think they could come up with a good one by now 🙂
Adaleta Avdic
September 16, 2015 at 9:55 am (8 years ago)What a lovely outfit & so perfect for fall and winter. I am loving that skirt & the berry tones! You’re rocking it girl 🙂 xx, adaatude.com
Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:47 pm (8 years ago)Thanks so much!!! <3
Darcy
September 16, 2015 at 11:47 am (8 years ago)This is such a perfect outfit. The colors are perfect for fall!
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Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:47 pm (8 years ago)Thanks!!
Cameron
September 16, 2015 at 5:25 pm (8 years ago)You look ahhh-mazing. Although I have the opposite problem of what’s detailed here (I have no bust), I love these well-thought-out tips and the pictures that prove that you know what you’re talking about! I’m also LOVING this colorful skirt. It looks great on you. And as if I didn’t like anything else going on in this post, your makeup looks amazing. Teach me? 🙂
Cameron Proffitt
Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:48 pm (8 years ago)Thanks you much!!! You can check all my makeup tutorials on my YouTube channel, Everyday Starlet. I have one for this Fall makeup look 😉
Amanda Miller
September 16, 2015 at 11:06 pm (8 years ago)I love this and you look drop dead gorgeous in that top! Such an amazing post <3
xoxo Amanda
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Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:48 pm (8 years ago)Thank you so much!!!
Tanika Green
September 16, 2015 at 11:43 pm (8 years ago)You look pretty! Your makeup is flawless!
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Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:49 pm (8 years ago)Thanks so much!!!
Amber But Better
September 17, 2015 at 10:33 am (8 years ago)I really like this outfit, I’m not one for skirts, but that color has me hooked!
Amber
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Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:49 pm (8 years ago)Thanks!!! It’s such a versatile color!!
Amanda K
September 17, 2015 at 11:59 am (8 years ago)This is such a great fall look! Love that purple a-line skirt!
Xx,
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Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:49 pm (8 years ago)Thanks so much!
Tania J. Perez
September 17, 2015 at 3:53 pm (8 years ago)i love that skirt and the lipstick looks amazing with your new hair color.
Sarah Blodgett
September 21, 2015 at 2:50 pm (8 years ago)Thanks Girl! I never would have thought a color call Vampira would work on me 😉