Strapless bras are an underwear-drawer staple that, for one reason or another, elude many of us. (Thongs are a similarly tricky intimate.) Plenty of Refinery29's editors copped to not owning the seemingly requisite bra — or, at least, one they actually like. Maybe it's that finding ones in the right size, with the right support and comfort level, is easier said than done. Don't worry; there's still hope. The list of strapless bras ahead, reviewed by anonymous staffers of varying breast types and cup sizes, is a great place to start. If your favorite didn't make the cut, share it with us in the comments. Let's band together!
The Bra: Aerie's Audrey Multi-Way Lightly Lined Bra
The Scoop: "When it comes to bra shopping, I take the less-is-more approach: no frills, no push-up, and usually no color. I get easily frustrated with strapless bras in particular, because they tend to slip. I'm also a creature of habit, so once I found this Aerie bra, lined with rubber on the inside to prevent any awkward public readjustment, I was hooked. At a sweet price point (usually with some sort of deal where I can buy a second one at a discount), I can't resist."
Aerie Audrey Multi-Way Lightly Lined Bra, $36.95, available at American Eagle.
The Audrey bra comes with two sets of straps and is available in sizes 32AA to 38DD.
Aerie Audrey Multi-Way Lightly Lined Bra, $36.95, available at American Eagle.
The bra also has a rubber lined back to keep it from sliding.
Aerie Audrey Multi-Way Lightly Lined Bra, $36.95, available at American Eagle.
The Bra: The Little Bra Company's Sascha Lace Strapless Bra
The Scoop: "Unlike most strapless bras I've tried, I never have to pull this one up 800 times in a night. I love the brand, which is specifically geared towards us smaller-breasted peeps. This one hugs really nicely. It's the only strapless bra I've ever found that isn't overloaded with padding (which you'll find in most brands), but still provides a lot of natural support."
The Little Bra Company Sascha Lace, $60, available at The Little Bra Company.
The removable pads give you the freedom to choose your level of coverage.
The Little Bra Company Sascha Lace, $60, available at The Little Bra Company.
The Little Bra Company Sascha Lace, $60, available at The Little Bra Company.
The Bra: Ongossamer's Mesh Push-Up Strapless Bra
The Scoop: "At a 34C (sometimes a 32D, depending on the brand), I've actually had it fairly easy when it comes to shopping for strapless bras. I've found some of my best pieces at Journelle, Nordstrom, and Victoria's Secret. OnGossamer's strapless push-up offers just the right amount of this-won't-fall-down-when-you're-dancing-up-a-storm support."
Ongossamer Mesh Push-Up Strapless Bra, $44, available at Journelle.
This bra comes with gradually padded cups for supportive shaping.
Ongossamer Mesh Push-Up Strapless Bra, $44, available at Journelle.
The Bra: Fashion Forms' Nubra Ultralite Self-Adhesive Backless Strapless Bra
The Scoop: "I'm happy to sing the praises of a backless, adhesive bra. Granted, I have small boobs, so I don't need a huge amount of support, but these things offer adjustable cleavage and the freedom to wear all kinds of strappy, see-through, barely-there tops without the nuisance of straps."
“I'm pretty small-chested, so I've never found a strapless bra that I can really fill out, or that feels comfortable. This stick-on bra, on the other hand, pretty much feels like I'm not wearing a bra at all. I just stick it on and go! It holds everything in place without feeling wire-y, uncomfortable, or overly padded. I recommend it to all my fellow A cups.”
Fashion Forms Nubra Self-Adhesive Backless Strapless Bra, $60, available at Net-A-Porter.
Both strapless and backless.
Fashion Forms U-Plunge Self-Adhesive Backless Strapless Bra, $35, available at Net-A-Porter.
The self adhesion allows for added flexibility.
Fashion Forms Go Bare Self-Adhesive Backless Strapless Bra, $35, available at Net-A-Porter.
The Bra: Wacoal's Red Carpet Strapless Bra
The Scoop: "This bra is my summer sundress go-to for strapless support. It doesn't fall down, and it sort of functions like a giant, boob-clutching rubber band with underwires, which is great for anyone over a D cup who wants an easy-breezy summer look. (I'm a bra geek)."
Wacoal Red Carpet Strapless, $65, available at True & Co.
Wacoal's red carpet bra runs up to a 38DD.
Wacoal Red Carpet Strapless, $65, available at True & Co.
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