Binding Safely

Measure yourself correctly following our guides and make sure your binder fits right for you.

Wearing a smaller binder may not improve your silhouette but can cause harm to your ribs, which should not be compressed.

For more information please see our sizing and fitting page.

We understand our customers bind while at work or school but its best to limit the periods you wear your binder as much as possible.

NEVER sleep in a binder, this is dangerous.

If you are under 18, where possible, we strongly recommend you ask a parent or guardian's permission before buying a chest binder. For people younger than 18 we recommend limiting binding to 6 hours.

You must take breaks when binding for an extended period.

Our binders are swim-safe and we know that many people decide to wear a binder while exercising.

We recommend sizing up for these activities to give yourself more room to move and to put less pressure on your chest while exerting yourself. Pay extra attention to your breathing and listen to your body.

We do not recommend binding with tape, bandages or doubling up on compression garments (including multiple sports bras). These methods don’t allow your ribs to expand. The same can be said for cheap binders you can find on online marketplaces (like Amazon Ebay or Alibaba) which are not designed considering your safety and comfort.

As you are wearing an extra layer, it can get hot especially in summer or in warmer climates. Wear light, breathable clothing. Make sure you find shade and drink lots of water in these occasions and take breaks from binding when you can so that you don’t overheat.

We recommend you measure yourself periodically to keep track of body changes which may change your size. Sometimes you gain or lose weight without realising. Your ribs continue to grow until you are 25, and hormone therapy can rapidly affect your body composition. See our sizing and fitting page for more details.

If you are under 18, where possible, we strongly recommend you ask a parent or guardian's permission before using a chest binder.

Our binders are made from the highest quality fabrics, however as they are tight and made to be very strong they can rub on your skin.

When you first get your binder the front panel can be stiff, you can handwash it with fabric softener to help with this. Moisturising helps and you can also wear a thin vest underneath to protect your skin if you have sensitivities.

If you experience any negative side effects including: chest pain, shoulder pain, back pain, abdominal pain, light-headedness, heartburn or shortness of breath, stop wearing the binder immediately. Speak with your doctor, and with their permission contact us for further advice on sizing and fitting.

If you have a medical condition which affects your breathing such as asthma you should consult a doctor before binding.