When it comes to your lingerie drawer, you always want to ensure you have something for all occasions. In the same way that you’ll need work and night-out necessities, the same is true of your bras, too. As we know, not all bras can be worn to all occasions. That’s why you should ensure you have a variety of styles to hand at all times. One bra that’s needed in every woman’s collection is the ever-versatile strapless bra. Always discreet bras

With so many different styles of strapless bra to choose from, these aren’t restricted to one event or one time of year. From big nights out while wearing a fancy gown to summer days when you don’t want strap-mark tan lines, the strapless bra is made for year-round wear. A strapless bra, fit for you In our Lab, we assess each bra for properties like stretch recovery, construction and how well they hold up to repeated laundering. We also send them out to our consumer testers — hundreds of people ranging from small cup sizes to larger busts— who share their thoughts on fit, comfort, appearance and more. Materials – Since one of the main roles of a minimiser bra is compression, the material they’re made from can’t contain too much stretch. Otherwise, the amount of compression will be compromised.

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No matter your figure size, having the best support comes down to ensuring that you have a shoulder strap that can adequately support your breasts. Bras that are designed for looks tend to have very thin shoulder straps, and for the larger chested lady. This can mean that you end up with awful indentations in your shoulders which can often be very painful. and uncomfortable, preventing you from going about your daily activities. In some cases, even causing headaches and permanent nerve damage. Another standout feature of this bra is its straps: They lie flat without slipping and are the ideal width to be supportive yet discreet. The bra's buttery soft fabric also kept its shape perfectly after we stretched it out in Lab tests, and it washed well with no signs of wear. Key details – Band range: 34-46; Cup range: C-E; Material: 80% polyamide, 15% elastane, 5% cotton; Care instructions: Hand wash; Colours: 7 combinations The thoughtful design offers support yet still works with most clothing because the cut isn't too high and the straps aren't too wide. It's adjustable and has an underwire for good separation, plus soft cups for a rounded shape. Although our testers found it to fit nicely, some online reviewers share that it runs on the smaller side, so be sure to review the size chart before buying, especially since it's offered in UK cup sizing. Luciani adds, "Obvious signs of wear and tear such as crushed cups, bent underwire, stretched out straps, broken or bent clasps and when the material loses its elasticity — all good signs it’s time to toss. Other signs that are maybe not so obvious are if it suddenly seems big or it’s not holding you up the way it should be! That may mean it’s time to replace."

With no straps to speak of, this is the type of bras that can be worn under most outfits, without anyone knowing you’re wearing one. From those strapless dresses to those tops with thin straps, and even strapless tops, having one of these to hand will ensure you never have to go without a bra. Feel your best in a bandeau Hanes makes our list again, this time for its wireless bra that's lightweight yet surprisingly supportive. Whether you're wearing it in the summer or just want a barely-there feel, it fits like a second skin, so you won't be poked or weighed down. Not to mention, it’s one of the least expensive bras we tested. Underwire, removable convertible straps, hook-eye closure, light padding, non-slip binding around band This version has an underwire for good separation, though it also comes in a wireless version that still proved to be supportive in our tests. And though the panels are stretchy, the bra still kept its shape well after we put it through the wringer in our stretch recovery and laundering evaluations.

We washed this bra five times in the Lab and noticed minimal changes in appearance, though the brand recommends hand washing this style for best results over time. In our stretch recovery tests, the bottom band of this bra did stretch out a bit. Wear tests: Users with a range of band and cup sizes try the bras and fill out thorough surveys, scoring factors like the ease of putting it on and taking it off, fit, comfort, support, stay-in-place capabilities, visibility under clothes and overall appearance. Testers also have the opportunity to share comments about specific things they liked and disliked about each bra. In our latest test, our testers wore sizes that ranged from AA to H cups and 30 to 48 bands. Key details – Band range: 32-38; Cup range: C-F; Material: 79% polyamide, 16% elastane, 5% viscose; Care instructions: Hand wash; Colours: 2 The band should be level with your ribcage without riding up, and the center gore, the section of the bra that stretches between the two cups, should lie flat against your breastbone.

Pros: Extremely supportive for larger busts; can match your skin tone; easy to cut and customize underneath clothing.

A full cup is the best way to achieve proper and comfortable minimisation, since it allows for better distribution of the breast tissue. With the Wild Blooms bra, you can minimise your boobs by as much as a full cup size. The bra is wired for decent support, and non-padded so it won’t add extra bulk. You can start by measuring your bra size at home or with a consultant in a store. Even then, you should still try on a few different sizes to see what fits and feels best. Freno urges you to focus on what feels good instead of getting caught up on a specific size, especially because fit varies between brands. It may help to go up and down a few band or cup sizes if the fit doesn’t feel right. Just like with clothing, each brand will fit you differently. It offers medium coverage to show off a bit of cleavage while still feeling secure and covered. It performed well in our Lab tests, with minimal changes in appearance or shrinkage after laundering. We appreciate this brand's inclusive size offerings up to a 54 band size and H cup size.

It held up well in our Lab tests without shrinking or stretching out. It also comes with removable straps so you can wear it as a traditional bra, halter, criss-cross or one-shoulder style. Plus, it comes in a variety of colors and a wide range of band and cup sizes. In fact, this style was especially loved by people with full figures and larger busts.Because many people with smaller chests are forced to wear bras not properly designed for them, many testers were unsure of their proper size and had to try a few to find their best fit. Finding a good bra can be especially difficult if you have a larger cup size, but this fashionable yet functional style may end your shopping struggles. It goes up to a size HH (which is the UK equivalent of a US cup size L) and it performed exceptionally well in our tests. It was durable in our Lab’s evaluations without any issues to report, and our tester panel loved wearing it.