lindalove

(Ladies) How much cleavage are you comfortable showing?
As much as I can without going topless or having a possible wardrobe malfunction.

What do you define as a lot of cleavage?
Pamela Anderson

Are there times when you think a woman showing a lot of cleavage is inappropriate (for example: around children, at work, as a wedding guest)?
Yes. Church and work (unless you're an actress or pornstar). I think it's okay if you're going out to or just want to attract some attention.

Do you form an opinion of someone who is wearing a top that shows half of her boobs?
Nah, I'm usually just jealous that they can and I can't. I don't have a lot of boobs.

How does everyone else feel about cleavage???

Jinn

Well, since this is in Sexuality, let me just start by saying;

I'm a fan.

(And typically, I wouldn't judge a book by its cover, no matter how many pages are showing.

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Sultana

(Ladies) How much cleavage are you comfortable showing?
Depends entirely on the situation

What do you define as a lot of cleavage?
Pamela Anderson yeah, or Anna Nicole Smith.

Are there times when you think a woman showing a lot of cleavage is inappropriate (for example: around children, at work, as a wedding guest)?
Of course.

Do you form an opinion of someone who is wearing a top that shows half of her boobs?
I can't help but form an opinion of everyone I meet. What they wear and the appropriateness of that in whatever situation they are in will absolutely affect my opinion. If we're in a club, I'll have a different opinion than if I'm in a grocery store, or at work, etc.

How does everyone else feel about cleavage???
Well, it's certainly a highly-appreciated body part. I think it's great to maximize one's assets, but if one's boobs eclipse everything else about the gal, then it makes me think that's all she has, or all she thinks she has. Done well, cleavage can be a fantastic and mesmerizing facet of a gal's appearance. Done poorly, it detracts from their physical *and* (for lack of a better word) mental attractiveness level.

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(Ladies) How much cleavage are you comfortable showing?
Quite a bit. But then I have quite a bit to show.

What do you define as a lot of cleavage?
Myself, in my little black tank top with my Victoria's Secret VerySexy push-up bra. I don't really need the push-up bra; I just like the lacy straps and it keeps the girls from popping out.

Are there times when you think a woman showing a lot of cleavage is inappropriate (for example: around children, at work, as a wedding guest)?
Work is definitely an inappropriate place for me (I work around delinquent teenage boys, so yeah), as is church. Over-the-top cleavage is inappropriate around kids, but showing a little never hurt anyone. Weddings--who cares.

Do you form an opinion of someone who is wearing a top that shows half of her boobs?
Some people just have big boobs.

How does everyone else feel about cleavage???
I love my cleavage though I don't have enough cleavage-baring tops, unfortunately.

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Willravel

What do you define as a lot of cleavage?
Anything larger than a small D cup could be difined as 'a lot'. So 2/3 or more.

Are there times when you think a woman showing a lot of cleavage is inappropriate (for example: around children, at work, as a wedding guest)?
There are certian times when everything but the nipples can not only be distracting, but down right rude: church or anywhere religous; court, work or anywhere professional; memorials, funerals, or anywhere solemn; in front of obviously married guys.

Do you form an opinion of someone who is wearing a top that shows half of her boobs?
Usually, I figure they want something (attention, or more attention).

How does everyone else feel about cleavage???
I'm a big fan.

777

What do you define as a lot of cleavage?

Whenever the top and the bottom of her breast are showing.

Are there times when you think a woman showing a lot of cleavage is inappropriate (for example: around children, at work, as a wedding guest)?

Anytime that flirting with said woman would also be inappropriate. Esspecially since when a gal shows off her cleavage, she's flirting with every in line of sight of her.

Do you form an opinion of someone who is wearing a top that shows half of her boobs?

Well, we can't help but form an opinion of someone in the first 5 seconds that they have to make a first impression. I do find it funny when she complains that everyone is staring at her

How does everyone else feel about cleavage???

(see previous questions)

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ratbastid

This thread is useless without pictures.

feelgood

What do you define as a lot of cleavage?
Pamela Anderson for sure bud

Are there times when you think a woman showing a lot of cleavage is inappropriate (for example: around children, at work, as a wedding guest)?
Maybe around children mostly but wedding guest? Hell no man, didn't you see wedding crasher? I love it when they show some of that shit at work but not that much thou

Do you form an opinion of someone who is wearing a top that shows half of her boobs?
Naw, it goes to show that she's fishing...usually because I've seen married women doing those kind of things

How does everyone else feel about cleavage???
Love it! But of course, I don't love it when their boyfriend or husband are around to prevent me from eyeing too much

Here's some examples of cleavages

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Topper

Whatever someone wants to show is up to them in my opinion, I wouldn't make any real assumptions with regards to morals, intelligence, personality, etc.

I'm a fan though.

About cleavage at work though, reminds me of a situation I ran into a couple months ago when I walked into the office of my team's HR rep. She had big time cleavage going (i.e. feelgood's second picture) and here I am doing my darndest not to look, for fear this was some kinda sick trap they try to get managers to walk into... hahah

Nimetic

What do you define as a lot of cleavage?

Hard to say. Ur. Maybe more than 1/3?

Are there times when you think a woman showing a lot of cleavage is inappropriate (for example: around children, at work, as a wedding guest)?

At work definitely. Children less so. (I don't go to church, so no view). At weddings... hmm maybe, unless you are the bride. It's definitely right out for funerals. I'd say a no-no for court also and parliament.

Do you form an opinion of someone who is wearing a top that shows half of her boobs?

I'm not sure what constitutes half exactly...

But.. yes, if there's more cleavage showing than normal then I tend to have a negative view of the woman. Guess I feel that she wants to get attention for her body. That doesn't seem a particularly high target to aim for.

In context. A play, a historic dress event, a particular type of social event, I don't mind cleavage at all.

I think it's the context behind the decision more than anything.

Lindy

How does everyone else feel about cleavage???

Gonth

I second ratbastid

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lurkette

I have to work hard and use several space-age bras to show cleavage. Pout. Damn A-cups. (Bitter, party of one?) I have no idea if it's as sexy as cleavage, but I often wear a tight little t-shirt without a bra, or a slinky tank top.

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shesus

I'll join you and make it a bitter party of 2. I used to have C cups and it was easy to get the boobs pressed together to make that beautiful thing called cleavage. Losing 20 pounds dropped me down to an A cup so getting the cleavage I used to have it tough. However, I can wear the right shirt in the conbination with the right bra and I don't think it looks too bad.

Pamela Anderson as a 'great' example of cleavage is unrealistic. Anyone that can lay down, without a bra, and still have perfect cleavage is wrong and fake. I don't want to have to compare myself to her to have great cleavage, unless anyone wants to fork over the money for a boob job. I'm happy with my body and jj doesn't complain so I guess I'll stay with my A's and my little cleavage I can create.

As for the OP, there is a place and time for everything. Just like I wouldn't wear a mini-skirt to different occasions, I also won't wear my low-cut tops to different places. And yes, I do like cleavage, however having half the boob falling out of the shirt is not sexy to me. I keep staring, not out of admiring, but because I don't want to miss a good laugh when it just pops right out of the shirt.

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Willravel

Hey, just FYI, some guys go mad about more petite cup sizes. Pam Anderson isn't every man's dream.

jth

i'm generally cool with women wanting to show their wears but like mentioned there are some places where it's just not a good idea. I would feel uncomfortable in some public situations (church, professional situations) where a woman was showing extra cleavage. It's distracting

In casual situations, if a Woman feels comfortable enough with her body and sexuallity to show off her chest then I think that's a good thing for them and I am more then happy to benifit from her confidence

and Wiltravel is bang on. I am a breast man, but I don't find Anderson attractive at all, to much... stuff going on there.

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uptown

I've never had the good fortune to date or marry one.

This drives me crazy, if a guy is so taken with large breasts why not just walk past women who don't have them ?

Willravel

Because we're not all shallow.

mixedmedia

Well, there once was a time when Pam Anderson did have beautiful cleavage.....when she was a beautiful woman. Anyone remember that? It's sad to see what she's become when you compare what she looks like now to her Playboy days. Almost Michael Jackson-esque in the realm of regrettable transformations.....

Anywho, I don't have much cleavage of my own, but I think it is attractive revealed on some women at some times. Although, it wouldn't bother me particularly to see a woman's cleavage anywhere at anytime, there are times that are just not appropriate for revealing clothing, regardless of what it being revealed. Otherwise, I approve of cleavage....

I would post some pics of Anita Ekberg, she had some of the best cleavage ever......but I guess I can't post attachments, yet.

uptown

I don't think you're hearing me.. being a small breasted gal with a guy who makes his love of big breasts really obvious is like a form of torture.

skier

i am a fan of cleavage. That being said, I actually enjoy playing around with smaller breasts than large.

One thing that really annoys me about cleavage is women who display that cleavage very prominently but get pissed off at you if they catch you looking at it.

It's not that difficult to wear a normal women's t-shirt instead of a deep v-neck.

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Willravel

Ah, I misunderstood. Yes, I would say that's a form of torture. I once dated a woman who had only dated black guys up until she dated me. She would go on and on about how I was different than black guys (I'm white as snow in look, speech, and pretty much everything else). It rubbed me the wrong way until I realized something: this girl went on about how she liked things that I wasn't, but she was with me. That realiziation, while a bit dry, did make me feel better. I know it sounds bad, but she liked me inspite of the fact that I was white. She liked other parts of me so much, she was able to put aside something that I think she saw as a flaw just so she could be with those other parts (and I don't mean that as an inuendo). That says something.

I know it seems cold, but think aobut how much your SO feels for you. Yes, there may be cosmetic imperfections -beauty is in the eye of the beholder, after all- but your SO has feelings for you that are deeper.

I'm not saying you aren't justified in being hurt. I'd say you are justified, and you probably should say something...just bear in mind that there is more to life than breasts in your SO's mind.
AMEN. If I'm walking around in jeans with half a ball showing, I'm don't have the right to be mad if people stare. The fault lies in the exhibitionist, not the innocent person who happens to be caught by the exhibition.

Those would be very uncomfortable jeans, btw. Can you imagine the tan lines?

uptown

I've gone for a surgical consult to get info on getting breast implants and what's most telling/amusing is his reaction. Telling me I don't need to do this, my breasts are the perfect size for my body size etc, then he says "if you do this guys will be all over you"

Bingo...l if I'm small busted in his mind it's good because it means no other man will give me a second look, Lol, I responded by asking him "if you openly enjoy ogling busty young women, why is it wrong for me to wish to be the object of those same admiring glances from men ?Why would it bother you if other men notice me in the same way you notice other women"

Haven't gotten an answer to that question yet

Btw, being wanted for your personality and the cools things you do for others is very important but feeling physically desired is important too. Having to feel like I'm being somehow forgiven for a "flaw" that I had no control over somehow does nothing to inspire confidence/desire in me.

I myself have very few strong physical preferences in men but decided long ago that those few I do have need to be respected and that it's a lot kinder to just pass on men who don't possess those traits. To take somebody as they are but then basically keep letting em know they aren't what you usually like is imho really destructive .

ngdawg

Someone who would wear something similar to the second picture to work (unless they work at Hooters or some such), is begging to be looked at. They dress that way for school too, paired with 'muffin tops' (UGH!) then when they get stared at or maybe even snickered at, they get indignant. One girl actually came to school the last summer I attended, wearing a white strapless flowy cotton thing that her boobs showed through! Even guys were snickering at that one.
I'm not big, but I am 'full', so cleavage is kind of high-blouses with the first two buttons undone would show plenty on me, so I tend to look buttoned up at times by leaving just the collar opened. I have one blouse that has a slight V-neck and it shows cleavage on me-had I worn it to work maybe one time before I wore it the day I got my review, I might still have that job!
For no cleavage: definitely if you work in a school, any high-end profession where you want to be taken seriously and funerals.
Some: Waitressing, casual dress type atmosphere in the workplace
Go for it: Any place else

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Hardknock

I third ratbastid

fightnight

Here's what I consider to be outrageous clevage:



Not really sure when Christina Aguilera's boobs got so big, but when they're like half showing and there's veins everywhere I think it's a bit much (not that I don't like to look), and typically forms a bit of a negative opinion in my mind.





These Jessica Alba photos are what I consider to be more reasonable, average cleavage showings.

It really all depends on the person and the situation though I think. I'm always happy to look, so the important part is whether the person is comfortable, knows what image they're projecting, and is OK with those things.

blahblah454

I love small breasts, so large amounts of cleavage turns me off more than on. Those last pics of Jessica Alba are great, thats the perfect amount to be showing off if you want to (in my opinion). But honestly, I like conservative clothing or big ass sweaters on a girl, strange eh.

raeanna74

How much cleavage are you comfortable showing?
I'm comfortable with showing almost any amount in general public. Around my parents or their religious circles I tend to be uncomfortable showing much cleavage at all as my parents and others are not terribly afraid of vocally criticising my exhibitionism.

What do you define as a lot of cleavage?
More than about two finger widths from the start of the gap to the top of the shirt. OR more than two finger widths space to insert between the chest and the shirt.

Are there times when you think a woman showing a lot of cleavage is inappropriate (for example: around children, at work, as a wedding guest)?
Professional work, church. I have no problem with displaying a bit of cleavage when I work construction. It provides a fun distraction for all involved. Some flirtation, fun looks, and I've never gotten a complaint from the male onlookers.
I guess the more professional the dress/occaision then the less cleavage.

Do you form an opinion of someone who is wearing a top that shows half of her boobs? Depends on what she's doing. If she is a receptionist in a professional office is see her as tasteless. If she's working out, shopping, or doing other casual activities I see her as fun.

I like seeing cleavage and I enjoy showing it. Growing up and at my conservative college the girls were not allowed to wear any collars that went more than 2 finger widths below the collar bone. I relish seeing and showing cleavage now. I think it's partly a rebellion of sorts.

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My stance on cleavage is that I'm fine with it.

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After reading your post, I conducted some research, and it is indeed uncomfortable to show half of one ball. Rest assured, however, that the appearance is hilarious. I'd rather not imagine the tan lines, as I burn rather than tan.

hotzot

I love cleavage! Thank god woman don't have those cleavage cams! I would get caught all the time.

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abaya

I don't like cleavage if it's overdone and obviously a cry for attention. But typically, I don't mind cleavage that is tastefully displayed and compliments the woman overall. I do have one friend who shows her cleavage every day, in any circumstance... I mean, for professional meetings and presentations, this girl STILL wears low-cut and tight shirts and pants. It takes away completely from people's professional treatment of her, but in some ways I think she doesn't mind... she just really thrives on male attention. It's unfortunate.

For me, I usually only display my best cleavage around my boyfriend... and I don't mind doing so in public, when he's around. I like knowing that while others look, only he can touch... and I love it when he ogles me across the table. If he's not around, I'll wear something flattering (I do like the way my boobs look under a shirt), but I will make it much more subtle. No gaping v-necks. I like feeling pretty, but the only person I want unashamedly lusting after me is my boyfriend.

Now, if I'm going to school or doing something for work, etc... I tend to dress a little more conservatively (enough that I won't get stared at). This is especially true if I am going to be meeting a guy one-on-one (e.g. my advisor, my therapist, an undergrad student, etc)... I wear loose t-shirts, non-fitted pants, light jackets that cover my boob shape, etc. I HATE the whole eyes-glancing-down thing. It makes me want to punch a guy if he does that when we are supposed to be professional and doing business, etc. (And yes, men out there, believe me... no matter how quickly you think you're doing it, we notice. Every time.)

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analog

I could talk about cleavage nonstop... forever...

My opinion on cleavage is "yes please."

Hardknock

You call these outrageous?!?!

I can't see shit. If I can't peek down in beteen the breasts then they're not showing any cleavage.

TexanAvenger

Because there is more to my views on cleavage than "/me drools," I thought I'd share two of my largest views.

-If you think you got it, flaunt it. Breasts are beautiful things that do not make me automatically stare and want to jump you. I honestly can appreciate the sight of bare breast without getting automatically turned on. And even if I did, I'm a big enough man not to bother you with it; I'd take it out on my girlfriend instead, I promise.

-If you don't think you got it, you probably do. I hear this one from my friends with small breasts a lot and I'm tired of it. Seriously, men appreciate breasts. Some more crudely, some more abstractly, some fall in between. See above: Breasts are beautiful, yours, though small, are no exception. I dated a girl back in the day with very small breasts and when laundry got high and all that was left were low-cut tank tops, I was a very happy man.

Melka

I think cleavage has it's time and place, like most people here. The only time I show any is when we are going out drinking/clubbing. I don't mind if a guy checks it out, looking good and getting looked at is why I got so dressed up.

One thing I do not like about cleavage is when someone talks about it. I've only come across this with my guy friends, so maybe they're just trying to make me blush. But any comments on 'showing off some cleavage tonight', 'nice boobs', etc. are sure to embarrass me and make me self-conscious about it.

Option156

doesn't cleavage showing depend on boob size, someone with smaller boobs wouldn't be nearly as "offensive" by showing most of their chest

Evileyez

hmmm......since i wasnt too blessed in the area i try to show a little literally...lol
anywayz it all depends on the location or the event....if your going to your childs school then it would definitely be inappropriate to be exposing your boobies

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Daoust

The more of it the better. That's my opinion. I love it. I love the tease of it. I love what it's not showing. I love what it is showing. I love it.

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TotalMILF

(Ladies) How much cleavage are you comfortable showing?
As much as I can!

What do you define as a lot of cleavage?
Definitley Pam Anderson

Are there times when you think a woman showing a lot of cleavage is inappropriate (for example: around children, at work, as a wedding guest)?
Well, a lot of places of employment have dress codes which do now allow for cleavage exposure. Otherwise, it's just another body part - as long as your nipples are covered, I really don't care.

Do you form an opinion of someone who is wearing a top that shows half of her boobs?
If ya got it, flaunt it!

How does everyone else feel about cleavage???
I didn't used to have any cleavage worth mentioning, but now that I do (yay breastfeeding!) I find myself REALLY wanting to flaunt it! I'm proud of my boobies, and I want the world to know!!