Double mastectomy - modesty panels!

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Diagnosed when came out of lockdown & required double mastectomy. Post surgery recovery took well over 6 months due to allergic reactions to glue or other chemicals used. & am now on daily anithistamins.  Chose not to go  for reconstruction on  this basis.  Too uncomfortable to wear a bra due to scars so took the plunge & am going flat. 

Clothing issue is minor in comparison to diagnosis but it's now taking its toll as I'm avoiding socialising unless its an outdoor walk/cover up.  I want to look attractive  but  high necks cause me to dramatically overheat (Letrozole effect) & because I have no bust , ordinary v-neck dresses/tops fall way too low!   I've been trying to find modesty panels but they seem to need to clip onto a bra or have a huge expanse of nylon lace . All I want is a simple high rise plain vest with spagetti straps that I can wear with Seasalt, East  etc style clothes  I've tried M&S camisoles but have to adjust straps so high they cut into my armpits.  Does anyone know of any I can buy on line etc?   I'm finding I'm avoiding socialising as I constantly live in baggy utility type tops.