A strapless bra is essential to complete your look when wearing off-the-shoulder tops or dresses. However, many women have a love-hate relationship with this type of lingerie. Why? Because strapless bras are often known for being uncomfortable and lacking support.
Today, we're addressing all your concerns about fitting and buying strapless bras and providing practical tips for finding the best strapless bra.
The Best Strapless Bra
Choosing the right strapless bra depends on your body type, the level of support needed, and the garment you are wearing.
If this is your first time shopping for a strapless bra, we strongly recommend making an appointment with one of our specialized corsetieres to assess your body shape and suggest styles and sizes that will best meet your needs.
Here are the different types of strapless bras to narrow down your search:
Strapless Bandeau
These tubular and stretchy pieces are designed to wrap around the chest, offering minimal support and coverage. Often made from soft, breathable fabric, bandeaus are ideal for lounging or layering under loose clothing.
Strapless Bra and Support
You may have heard that strapless bras don't provide adequate support, which is a legitimate concern. Although they don't have straps like classic bras, breast support is provided by the band around your ribcage. So, if you wear a cup size that is too small or too large for your breasts, there's a chance the bra will slip.
The strength of the support also depends on the quality of the product, just like for underwired bras. If the strapless bra is made of stretchy or thin fabric, it won't be able to provide as much support.
To ensure adequate support, the strapless bra must fit snugly around the ribcage. It is also important to look for bras with rigid construction, strong elastic, and wide bands.
If support is your main concern, you can also look for strapless bras with elastic/silicone bands, which help prevent the bra from slipping. For fuller busts, strapless bras with underwires and molded cups offer additional support.
How to Prevent a Strapless Bra from Slipping
A slipping strapless bra can be truly unpleasant. Here are some tricks to prevent it from happening:
Poor Fit
A good strapless bra should fit snugly without being too tight. A fitting session with an in-store corsetiere is the best way to ensure you have the right size.
Worn Band
Depending on the use and care of your strapless bra, the elastic properties of the band may diminish over time. This situation could cause the straps to slip.
Strapless Balconette
Featuring a horizontal and plunging neckline, the strapless balconette highlights the décolletage. Ideal for low-cut, off-the-shoulder, or strapless outfits, it creates a subtle cleavage, ensuring confidence and comfort.
Convertible Strapless
With detachable and adjustable straps, this style can be worn in multiple ways, including strapless, halter, cross-back, or one-shoulder. This style offers essential support and comfort for various outfits.
Strapless Push-up
The strapless push-up features built-in padding or inserts that create a fuller, more defined cleavage. Ideal for strapless or low-cut garments, it guarantees style and support.
Strapless Longline
This style extends lower on the torso, with a wider band that helps distribute weight evenly. The strapless longline is ideal for wedding outfits, fitted clothing, or for improving posture.
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Simone Pérèle Karma Underwired Bra |
PrimaDonna Figuras Padded and Removable Straps Bra |
Wacoal Red Carpet Padded Bra |
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The Simone Pérèle Karma underwired bra offers impeccable support under close-fitting clothes, thanks to its smooth cups and removable straps. Its seamless design ensures comfortable and invisible wear. |
Designed for versatility, the PrimaDonna Figuras padded bra with removable straps allows for various strap configurations, ideal under backless outfits. The molded cups offer firm support and a smooth silhouette. |
The Wacoal Red Carpet padded bra is specially designed for special occasions; it blends perfectly under sophisticated outfits thanks to its seamless cups. The removable straps add to its functionality, making it suitable for any wardrobe.
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Band too narrow
If you have a generous bust and wear a strapless bra with a narrow band, chances are it will slip. Opt for wide bands to ensure good support.
How should a strapless bra fit?
You know your strapless bra fits well when you're so comfortable wearing it that you forget it's there! Here's a mini-guide to ensure an incredible fit with your strapless bras: