Marin Photography NYC wrote:
You shoot nudes, why would anyone ask for a lingerie shoot? LOL You didn't click the box for lingerie so I don't see why anyone would ask for something you don't do...

I wonder that too.

Dorola wrote:
There is nothing wrong with small boobs, I've photographed many. Why cover them up?

Because people want to shoot me in lingerie.

Call Me Caitlin wrote:
Because people want to shoot me in lingerie.

Do they say bras specifically? You may be able to go with lingerie of a different type (chemise, gown, robe, underbust corset [to avoid the bust measurement issue])... You'd be bringing lingerie, and it can potentially be a better budgeted one for you since you aren't restricted to your measurement as much and can shop around

PS Cute tank top + undies gives a nice lingerie feel also

Call Me Caitlin wrote:

Because people want to shoot me in lingerie.

If people want to shoot you in lingerie, then your rate needs to reflect the cost of being able to provide all the elements. Unless you can find someone giving away lingerie in your size, you can't afford. I've bought lingerie for models that I have shot with and I did make sure it was a good fit for them and it was the appropriate style for them. I sounds like you know what you have to do, but are holding back, hoping for a better solution. I would photograph you nude or clothed, but only in a style that was suitable.

Dorola wrote:

If people want to shoot you in lingerie, then your rate needs to reflect the cost of being able to provide all the elements. Unless you can find someone giving away lingerie in your size, you can't afford. I've bought lingerie for models that I have shot with and I did make sure it was a good fit for them and it was the appropriate style for them. I sounds like you know what you have to do, but are holding back, hoping for a better solution. I would photograph you nude or clothed, but only in a style that was suitable.

+1. Just politely let any future photographers know that you have a very limited lingerie wardrobe because of your unique sizing. Offer them some options such as sending them to a few online sites and let them pick out and pay for what they want you to be in or to just give you money for those items. Then say that if that is a problem then they can always just shoot you topless.

Ida Saint-Luc wrote:
Have you tried bra 'sister sizes?' I also have a hard-to-find size (36A) but I notice a 34B pretty much fits just as well, *shrug*

The sister sizes in my size are also nearly impossible to find.
I wear a 28B, so the sister sizes are 30A and 32AA.

JadeDRed wrote:
I always thought smaller boobs could get away with less constructed stuff. Without the need for so much support light, silky vests and shift type underwear looks cute. Or cupless leotards.

This is all true, and one would think it should be cheaper as a result.

However, many - if not all - commercial pattern designs have things like darts and compound curves for women with boobs, more curves, or a deviation in standard height/length someplace and then the problem becomes re-drafting and re-drawing the pattern to alter it for a smaller, taller, or more curvier client.  Then comes a few mock-ups sewn up to see if it will fit the client.  Move one seam 1/4 inch and the whole thing falls apart in looks.  I know this as I'm going through one right now.  Ain't all that easy if someone does not fit the "commercial pattern" from from the big houses.

After all, time is money and I don't know why someone expects anyone to alter a pattern and sew up mock-ups for 20 cents an hour. And yes, I've blindly walked into that 20 cents an hour stuff at times with maybe 9-11 muslin mock-ups.

Ken D Photography wrote:
It may be worth your while to try ebay, there are many oriental companies listed that should be able to accomadate your size requirements and produce some quality items.

By oriental I assume you mean Asian?

Call Me Caitlin wrote:
I wonder that too.

if I may....

Men are extremely visual: Lingerie adds an element of mystique, provoking curiosity.

Personally, I'd much rather view a lingerie shot over nude.

Fifty One Imaging wrote:

if I may....

Men are extremely visual: Lingerie adds an element of mystique, provoking curiosity.

Personally, I'd much rather view a lingerie shot over nude.

this is off topic.

Call Me Caitlin wrote:

this is off topic.

Not really, the response relates to why Photographers want to shoot You in lingerie.

Fifty One Imaging wrote:

Not really, the response relates to why Photographers want to shoot You in lingerie.

My OP was about finding lingerie that fits, not what about photographers think.

MelissaAnn  wrote:
Here are some great online stores that sell 28B or 30A:
http://www.lailides.com/index.php?t=collection
http://www.littlewomen.com/
http://www.lulalu.com/

Mimi Holiday also makes some beautiful high quality bras, many in size 28B:
http://www.damaris.co.uk/aw13-mimi-holl … bisou-rose

Thank you!

Marin Photography NYC wrote:
You shoot nudes, why would anyone ask for a lingerie shoot? LOL You didn't click the box for lingerie so I don't see why anyone would ask for something you don't do...

Simple....lingerie is often used as a prop in nude photography.  Lingerie can be used to create a mood that a standalone nude cannot.

My advice for meeting any lingerie needs a photographer might have would be to first get a bra, thong panties, and thigh-high stockings  in all black and all white, and at some time in a color that looks good on you.  I would not be overly concerned with top of the line quality.

I have a shoot coming up where I'm meeting the model at a dept. store first, and then picking out the lingerie...at my expense.  She will likely need a 28B. There is a large Asian population here in the Seattle area, so there are a few that have that size in common colors.

Call Me Caitlin wrote:

By oriental I assume you mean Asian?

Corrected