When size matters: How to choose the right binder?

A binder, or chest binder, is an important part of many of our wardrobes. It gives us a sense of gender euphoria and allows us to engage in activities we were previously afraid of. However, not every binder is suitable for every body. So how do we choose the right one?

Just as we have different types of T-shirts, pants, bras, shoes, and other types of clothing, we can also categorize binders based on size, purpose, and many other things. We should keep this in mind when purchasing them to avoid frustration... and danger.

So what should you pay attention to when wearing a binder safely?

What will we use the binder for?

One binder is suitable for everyday wear and another for physical activity (for example, sports). The sports type are shorter and work like sports bras, but at the same time they do not tighten the stomach and hips. This is the specialty of long binders .

There are also special binders for swimming, or binder tapes. Unlike the previous two types, they do not have straps, so they are less noticeable, but they are still much less constricting. If you want to swim in a binder, reach for the DYKKA binder in beige or black .

What size am I?

It's fine to follow the size of T-shirts, shirts or bras, but we must not forget that a binder is a constricting garment, which means that it will be tighter on us. For this reason, we should choose extra-tight variants that are half a size to a size larger than the clothes we normally wear. Otherwise, it will be tight on us, or worse, we will suffocate in it, which we must avoid. A binder size chart can be found here .

Am I allergic to something? What if I don't want to buy an animal product?

But we can suffocate or avoid a rash with a binder of the right size. It is enough if we are allergic to a certain material and the binder is unfortunately made of it. The best option that reduces this risk to a minimum are binders made of elastic fibers, and you can find exactly those in our e-shop .

Another chapter regarding the choice of materials is respect for animals. At the Dykka e-shop, we have a big advantage: All products on offer are vegan and no animals were harmed during their production.

How much do I want to spend on a binder?

Binders can generally be purchased cheaply, but also for astronomical amounts. The cheapest are, of course, tapes, which start at 320 CZK , and in our e-shop the most expensive binders cost 2,490 CZK (of course, these are long ones that tighten not only the chest, but also the stomach and hips).

Do you want to make one of your trans* loved ones happy? Buy this person a voucher for our e-shop worth from 500 to 2,000 CZK and they will be one step closer to gender euphoria!