Shallow vs. Projected Busts — Which One Are You?

Okay, so here’s a tea nobody spilled when we were growing up: not all bust shapes are the same. And figuring yours out can save you from years of bad bra days.

Shallow busts usually have more width than depth. Think of it as a gentle slope instead of a full curve. This shape often struggles with gaping cups in regular bras.

Projected busts, on the other hand, have more fullness forward. They need deeper cups, but often struggle with enough lift in strapless or non-padded options.

Here’s why this matters — if you’re wearing the wrong kind of innerwear for your shape, you’re basically signing up for a day of adjusting straps, feeling unsupported, or worse, having your outfit fit weirdly.

When I realised I had a more projected shape, I finally understood why strapless bras never worked for me… until I tried ones that actually had grip + structure. Or why boob tape gave me better shape than padded blouses — because it lifted exactly where I needed, without adding unnecessary bulk.

For shallow busts, something like NipGrips works perfectly because it gives coverage without making the fabric collapse. For projected shapes, a combo of boob tape + a supportive base gives you the freedom to wear literally anything — from plunging blouses to slip dresses.

So, before you buy your next bra or innerwear, take two minutes to figure out your bust shape. It’s not just about size — it’s about fit, function, and comfort. And once you nail that? Your outfits will thank you.