The Original Nude Binder
When we brought you the idea for our inclusive skin colored binder, there was literally nothing like it on the market -- we saw a need within the community and decided to fix it. We have had our Bareskin Binder on the market since late 2016, and have made slight tweaks to the silhouette twice since then in response to customer feedback.
We know that picking out any piece of clothing can be a daunting task when it comes to sizing, but we especially know how difficult it is to find the right binder so we want to try and make this process as easy for you as possible! At our first promotional photoshoot for our Bareskin Binder, we enlisted the help of as many community volunteer models as possible so that we could have a wide array of body types for you to look at and use for your reference when picking your Bareskin Binder.
We want to lead by saying that our binder has more give compared to other binders on the market (because our back panel is 4-way stretch), but referencing your usual binder or bra size is a good starting point. Our binder has more flexibility across the shoulders and neck compared to some other binders, which led some of our models to initially think the binder wasn’t working correctly. After wearing it, they found the fit comfortable — just different from what they were used to.
If you need any further help beyond what we've provided on this page, please don't hesitate to contact us using the Subject Line: "Bareskin Sizing" so we can communicate what we think your best fit would be!
Our size chart which currently goes from size XXS-4XL.
*please note that our size chart has been amended to reflect feedback from wearers, and we are constantly making adjustments to create the best product for our customers.
Keep in mind, not everyone is going to fall perfectly into one size column and there is some overlap in sizing (and sometimes your chest measurement will fall into a different size column than your shoulder measurement). Your chest measurement is the most indicative measurement for sizing. Every body is different so as always if you have any questions about fit, sizing, or binding in general please don’t hesitate to reach out!
You should measure at the widest point of your unbound chest. For consistency, hold the measuring tape snug against the body without compressing. For censorship purposes Chris measured with a binder on.
Then measure under your chest tissue for your rib cage measurement -- the average of these 2 chest measurements is a fairly accurate representation of what your bound chest measurement can be expected to be.
Measure the widest part of your shoulders. Shoulder measurement will be a factor in how easy it is for you to get the binder on and off.
Please remember that binders are designed to feel more snug than everyday tops, as they are compression garments. If you’ve never worn a compression garment before, it may take some getting used to. If the binder doesn’t create the look you’re going for once it’s on, the size may not be the best fit for your body. Please reference our “How Should My Binder Fit” Page for more details on binder fit!
If You're...
In Between Sizes?
At our photoshoot we had some very amazing and generous volunteers take topless photos to demonstrate the effectiveness of the Bareskin Binder and to help anyone who might be between sizes/not think the binder will work for them and their body type. Photos have been cropped and censored for privacy but have not been edited aside from lighting and splicing separate images together. Please be respectful of these individuals and their bodies, thank you. Pronouns have been included in case you need to reference any of these models or images in an inquiry email.
In no instance should any person/publication repost or use these images without written consent from the models or FLAVNT Streetwear. These models have generously consented to the use of their bodies for this purpose only. All images are intellectual property of FLAVNT Streetwear.
In Between Colors?
Right now we have 5 nude colors available in our color range for the Bareskin Binder, from Rose to Umber. We also have included black and white into our range as of 2020. We hope to expand those in the near future to eventually have the most inclusive range of colors possible. These 5 colors have proven to be a great base palette, but we know how hard it is to pick the perfect tone. Keep in mind that if you tan easily, your skin tone may change throughout the summer and if you plan on getting your binder wet, it will appear darker when wet. That being said, here is a range of models from lightest to darkest to show you the variety of people who wore the different tones (this photo does not show any Oak binders):
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Color: Umber
Size: XL
Chest size of model: 32B/40 inches
Shoulder measurement: 20 inches
Pronouns: He/Him -
Color: Copper
Size: XS
Chest size of model: 34DD
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Color: Sand
Size: L
Chest size of model: 36H, largest part of chest is 37.5, under breasts is 32.5 inches. She wants to clarify that she has a smallish frame but large chest and is usually an XL in other binder brands.
Shoulder measurement: 16 inches
Pronouns: She/Her -
Color: Sand
Size: L
Chest size of model: 36H, largest part of chest is 37.5, under breasts is 32.5 inches. She wants to clarify that she has a smallish frame but large chest and is usually an XL in other binder brands.
Shoulder measurement: 16 inches
Pronouns: She/Her -
Color: Sand
Size: XS
Chest size of model: 32D, 31 inches around
Shoulder measurement: 15 inches
Pronouns: He/Him -
Color: Sand
Size: S
Chest size of model: 34B, 34 inches around
Shoulder measurement: 15 inches
Pronouns: He/Him or They/Them -
Color: Sand
Size: M
Chest size of the model: Unsure (had not purchased or worn a bra in years and was not comfortable measuring or knowing those numbers).
Pronouns: He/Him
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Here are our 15 models from the community wearing our 4 initial colors, Rose-Umber.
Please note that this was our first iteration of our binder silhouette which has changed since this shoot, though the colors remain the same.
Here are our 3 models from our latest shoot rocking the same color, Oak.