To stop the band from rolling up under the bust, use 5/8-inch strap elastic (which has a plush side and no decorative edge) instead of standard picot elastic. 2. Tailoring & Pattern Adjustments
You can use hooks to strap foam breastplates directly onto a supportive bra to keep the armor from shifting during wear. 4. Quick Fixes: Modesty & Fit busty amateur babes
Start with measurements from the shoulder to the bust point, the bust to the underbust, and half the nipple-to-nipple distance. To stop the band from rolling up under
Commercial sewing patterns often don't account for "sufficient boobage," leading to bodices that are too short in the front. For costume enthusiasts, standard foam patterns often don't
For costume enthusiasts, standard foam patterns often don't provide the necessary curvature for a larger bust.
Instead of simply buying a larger size (which often results in oversized shoulders), choose a size based on your high bust measurement and perform an FBA to add room only where it's needed.
Rather than using a single 6mm piece of foam, layer three 2mm EVA foam sheets together with contact cement. This "sandwich" holds a curved shape much better under the weight of a larger design.