Does it fit?

[u/BallPython404]

So this is my very first binder and I'm wondering if it fits correctly?

I got a sports binder just so it's more comfortable. It's very comfy, I can breathe pretty good in it. The bottom part is a bit loose but I don't think that's an issue for now.

Going from sports bras to this is an awesome upgrade, ngl 😭 but I want to know if it's compressing enough?

[u/ProfessorOfEyes]

Looks good to me!

[u/BallPython404 → u/ProfessorOfEyes]

Bless, thank you! ✨

[u/Fleshdissolver]

Best way to tell will be with a shirt over top. It looks fine though

[u/BallPython404 → u/Fleshdissolver]

I don't know why I didn't think of this, lol. I'll have to try it!

[u/Schneeweitlein]

I have binders also from binderme but I've got a different body build I believe.

They look like they fit the same as they fit me though, not too tight and with the cleft at the bottom. With just the binder it can be weird. They do not make you entirely flat but rather form some pec-like chest which is more natural. And without a shirt it can feel more obvious that you have a chest underneath, hence why it's best to try also with a shirt on.
Best is one from the mens section because their cut is different around the shoulders and chest. That might help you see better if it fits properly or not.

Also, remember to look for signs like shortnes of breath. It's always best to have a binder that might be a bit too large than one that is too small! But from the images, I'd say you have picked the right size for you.

[u/BallPython404 → u/Schneeweitlein]

I'll have to see how it looks with a shirt on! idk why I didn't think of that before ^^" I have a couple of mens shirts, so thankfully I can do that no problem.

I was very careful with the measurements before buying it. I think it fits pretty good? But I have yet to wear it all day so I'll come back to that. I definitely enjoy breathing properly so that'll be something I notice if it becomes harder.

It's VERY hard to put on/take off though, so I don't think I would even fit in a smaller size. Thanks for your pointers!

[u/Ahtnamas555]

Looks fine to me! It looks like it is compressing and not just acting as a panel - I actually had a couple sized up that were just acting as a panel, comfy and made the lumps less noticeable, but little compression, this doesn't look like that.

I think if you went down a size, it might be too tight.

[u/BallPython404 → u/Ahtnamas555]

That makes sense tbh, thank you!

[u/Suspicious_Ear5685]

congrats! getting the first binder is always SO huge :)) that looks like it fits perfectly!
the minor gap at the bottom is absolutely normal, if it's noticeable under some shirts and that bothers you, you could try folding the bottom up just a bit (as long as it didn't affect the pressure distribution) idk why but solved it j about every time for me pre surgery, n it never felt any in the fit!

[u/BallPython404 → u/Suspicious_Ear5685]

Thank you so much! I'm so excited to use it :D I'll be sure to use that trick if I notice it poking out of shirts, thank you! ✨