AS the old saying goes, bigger is better but when it comes to finding the right bra, large breasts can be a problem.

Research by underwear brand Panache found the average woman owns seven bras, but only wears five of them.

8 Model Holly says finding bras in her size can be difficult Credit: the sun

And this is often because it can be difficult to find well-fitting, supportive ones that are stylish.

Model Holly Peers, 29, has a 32G cup and finds it a struggle to buy bras that feel comfortable as well as look sexy.

She says: “Shopping for my boobs is not easy. All the high-end fancy bra brands cut off at a DD which is far too small for me. I do struggle to get my size in most shops, but I think more and more girls have bigger boobs nowadays because the larger sizes are always sold out.

“Retailers should cater for us more. It has improved, though. I have more options now than I had years ago.”

So in which stores can bigger-busted women find lingerie that ticks all the boxes?

CLEMMIE FIELDSEND asked Holly to try on seven bra sets and score them out of ten for fit, comfort, style and sexiness to see which one is out in front.



Whole package bra

8 Bra, £65 and knickers, £38, MimiHolliday.com Credit: the sun

“My favourite one of the day. It’s comfortable enough for daytime while still being lovely to show off in the bedroom. I don’t normally get a bralet style in my size so this is great.”

Fit: 10

Comfort: 9

Style: 10

Sexy rating: 9

Total: 38

Everyday bra

8 Bra, £21 and knickers, £11, Curvy Kate Credit: the sun

“The whole set fits really well as I would expect from this brand. I love that it’s not padded – that’s the last thing I need. A good everyday bra that’s really comfortable.”

Fit: 10

Comfort: 10

Style: 8

Sexy rating: 6

Total: 34

Perfect fit bra

8 Bra, £22.50 and knickers, £10 Marks and Spencer Credit: the sun

“The bra is really comfortable and fits perfectly. It’s detailed so it wouldn’t be great worn under a T-shirt, but I really love the colour. And I can always rely on M&S undies to suit me.”

Fit: 9

Comfort: 9

Style: 10

Sexy rating: 6

Total: 34

'Anything could happen' bra

8 Black bra, £36, and knickers, £18, Wonderbra at House of Fraser Credit: the sun

"This is the kind of bra I would wear on a daily basis. It’s sexy but practical at the same time. It’s my ‘anything could happen’ bra.”

Fit: 10

Comfort: 8

Style: 9

Sexy rating: 9

Total: 36

Girlie bra

8 Bra, £35, and knickers, £15, Gossard Credit: the sun

“The straps are a little too thin for this bra – it doesn’t feel as supportive as some of the others. But do I love the design and colour, and it is super-sexy.”

Fit: 6

Comfort: 6

Style: 8

Sexy rating: 9

Total: 29

Date night bra

8 Bra, £34, and knickers, £15 Boux Avenue Credit: the sun

“This one isn’t practical for every day but it’s a great date bra. Very pretty and feminine, but not hugely supportive.”

Fit: 8

Comfort: 7

Style: 8

Sexy rating: 7

Total: 30

Beneath the sheets bra

8 Bra, £18, and knickers, £10, ASOS.com Credit: the sun

“I’m really surprised with this one because it’s not padded and it’s super-sexy. That’s rare to find. Love it.”

Fit: 8

Comfort: 9

Style: 10

Sexy rating: 10

Total: 37