Let me tell you a little about The Rack

I knew from the start that I didn't want a strapless gown, because I would never feel completely comfortable in one. I have a problem. A big problem. A 32K problem.

Yes, 32K, as in my cup size. Ladies, I have a Rack of Doom. I am a plus-size bride to begin with, wearing 14P on average. I have body-hate days like most people, but for the most part I love my body. I love that I am squishy, round, and curvacious, as does my fiancee. I consider myself to be a fat activist; this means that I try not to makes inferences about people based soley on their size (big or small), I don't believe that being fat in and of itself creates huge health problems, I believe in Health At Any Size (HEAS, or the concept that lifestyle is infinitely more important than size), and I don't base my self-worth on my size.

All that being said, I still struggle with loving my boobs. I have a small frame- I am 5'2 on a good day, and the "32" part of my bra size also represents my hips and shoulders- very narrow! It is next to impossible to find shirts and especially dresses that fit a HUGE chest and tiny shoulders. I wanted a sleeveless dress to show off my arms but allow me to wear a regular bra, and that is what I >almost< bought. Except that the sleeves are sheer, so now I am in a similar boat. At least I will get some support from the dress sleeves, but I need a strapless bra.

Enter my options:

1. A $200 custom-made strapless longline bra. This option is probably the safest bet for a night of dancing, but $200? Plus, it takes at least 3 months to complete, and I think I need to start fittings before that.

2. An almost-my-cup-size strapless longline bra like this one in ivory, ordered in a larger band size (so the cup will be bigger) and tailored down. About half the price and a quarter of the time.

I ordered option 2, and I plan to get the ball rolling with option 1 (everything short of payment). Hopefully option 2 will arrive at my door early enough that I can give it a test-wear. If it is suitable, then option 1 will cease be an option (this is my hope).

Has anyone else had wedding day lingerie whoas that they resolved? I'd love to hear your stories!