How to choose the perfect plus size lingerie for women in Malaysia

Looking for the best, most comfy, and really, just great lingerie that actually just fits for plus size women? You're at just the right place here with XIXILI!

XIXILI's stood to finding women the perfect fit in lingerie right from the very start. And year on year, we've strived to expand our size range to develop and ever increasingly size inclusive lingerie collection ranging from under bands 65 to 110cm and cup sizes A to I. Our team of corporate women, lingerie designers,  and perfect fitters on the frontline are of all shapes and sizes ourselves, and our very own product testers. 

Lingerie fitting for women of all shapes and sizes have one thing in common, a good fit is most imperative. After all, lingerie isn't supposed to just make you look like a million bucks, it should make you feel like it, too. And without a great fit, you'll achieve neither a great look, nor a comfortable fit that you can strut around comfortably in!

With plus size women widely regarded as a size UK 16 and above, XIXILI lingerie fits above that, and our plus size lingerie fits up to a UK bra size 46H, or US bra size 46H, that fits a UK size 20 and up. To find out more about XIXILI sizes and our international size comparison chart, click here. And to find out a bit more about measuring for yourself for your perfect fit, scroll down this blog!

So, some tips for finding your best lingerie fit for plus size women? 

1. Lingerie is all about how it makes you feel. And this may change throughout the days, some days you may wake up and feel like an all comfortable lingerie fit, other days, you'd like to add a little strut and a tighter uplift of your curves, and some days you may be looking for a minimizer style to down play your curves! So, pick out how you want your lingerie to serve you and the fit may change a little according to the desired function you are looking to achieve. 
2. Aside from a finding the right fit, comfort is also achieved by making sure you've put on the bra right. It's no good wearing the right size bra, but having not put the bra on right.
   1. Remember you should first hook up the underband against your body, and to make sure that the underband sits parallel to the floor, and does not ride up around the sides or at the back. If you raise your arms up, the underband should not shift, otherwise it's likely too big or too small! 
   2. Make sure the shoulder straps are adjusted to the right length for your body. It may be at different lengths for each shoulder and this is OK as most bodies are not 100% symmetrical. We always recommend going for bras with adjustable shoulder straps especially for plus size ladies and for the more well endowed, because the shoulder straps do some of the heavy lifting too! You'll notice that for almost all of XIXILI's full cup bras, our shoulder straps also run wider for added support. The main support should come from the underband, but the shoulder straps help a great ton, too!
   3. Then most importantly, remember the bend over and scoop technique! Lean your upper body forward to a 45% degreee angle and with opposite hands make sure to scoop all your breasts into each cup! Breast are predominantly soft fat, so be sure to scoop it all into the cups, so that nothing sits trapped under the underwire or elastic webbing of the underbands, this would be extremely uncomfortable! If your breasts do not fit full into the underwire and cup without spilling out, the cups may be too small. If the cups are too big, you'll notice excess fabric or creasing at the top of the cup, so try going down a cup size, but maintain the underband size. 
   4. If the underwires of each cup are not sitting flush against your chest or comfortably under your breasts, there is a high chance you haven't done a complete scoop, or you may be trying to fit into the wrong size! It'd be like wearing the wrong size shoe for the day, so don't try to squeeze into a bra that's not your size! 
3. Cup style and breast shapes matter, too! Different body sizes is just one thing, but each woman will likely have different breast shapes, too, and this will matter a great deal in picking the right bra cup style for you. A full cup bra vs a demi bra for example. Full cup bras just mean that the cup coverage is full, and will give you more coverage around the top side of the bra cup. Whereas demi bras cut a lower gradient across the top of your breasts, and balconette, or half cup bras, provide less coverage. So, a full cup bra will likely hold everything in more, whereas with a half cup bra for a well endowed woman will run a higher risk of spillage over the cups.
4. It's not always all about a fitted sculpt. Remember our first point on lingerie and how it makes you feel? Lingerie pieces are there to serve you a purpose. To make you feel powerful, confident and to flaunt your best assets and curves. It's there to help you make you feel more confident about yourself. There is no right or wrong on whether bigger or smaller breasts are sexier, or foxier! It's how it serves you. There are minimizer bras, maximizer bras, home bras, contouring bras, sports bras, and bras that are designed just to be worn to be seen in the market. Pick the one that fits your mood, and for however long you'll be wearing it for :)

From elegant and seductive to comfortable and supportive, there are numerous styles available to suit different preferences and occasions.

Here are the various types of plus-size lingerie in XIXILI.

Bra and Panty Sets

Plus-size bra and panty sets come in a wide range of styles, from basic essentials to elaborate designs. Full-coverage bras with wider straps and reinforced underwire offer maximum support and comfort for larger cup sizes, while matching panties can vary from high-waisted briefs to thongs, catering to individual preferences. Explore our top-selling plus-size lingerie collection at the checkout. 

Bralettes

Bralettes are soft, wire-free bras that offer comfort and minimal support, making them an ideal choice for lounging or casual wear. Plus-size women bralettes often feature wider straps and a supportive band under the bust to provide adequate lift and coverage. They come in various styles, from basic bralette designs to lace-trimmed and strappy options. 

Sports Bras

Plus-size sports bras are specially designed to provide support and comfort during physical activities. They feature wider straps, a supportive underband, and moisture-wicking fabric to reduce friction and chafing. Plus-size sports bras come in various levels of support, from low-impact options for yoga and walking to high-impact styles for running and intense workouts.

As most women know, your size can change throughout the various stages of your life, from puberty, through to adulthood, through and after pregnancy, and by simply losing or gaining weight. We always recommend refitting yourself by measuring yourself with your favourite bra on, and/or dropping by a lingerie store to be measured and fitted for your best lingerie size. At XIXILI, all our frontline team are well trained and experienced in advising you of your best bra size. 

As most women know, your size can change throughout the various stages of your life, from puberty, through to adulthood, through and after pregnancy, and by simply losing or gaining weight. We always recommend refitting yourself by measuring yourself with your favourite bra on, and/or dropping by a lingerie store to be measured and fitted for your best lingerie size. At XIXILI, all our frontline team are well trained and experienced in advising you of your best bra size. 

But, how do you actually go about measuring for your bra size at home yourself? Visit us here to find out step by step how to measure for your bra size. 

Want more information on finding your right fit for plus size women in Malaysia? Watch our little talk show with Mis Claire's team here.