If a woman doesn’t wear the right bra, the outfit she wears loses its charm even though it may be the best outfit for the day! Wearing the right bra also makes you confident in carrying yourself well. Choosing the right bra not only gives you the right shape but also is good for your breasts’ health.
The market is flooded with many designs and options for you to choose from. Here’s a complete guide to help you with your bra shopping.
Adhesive Bra
This is a bra that clings and sticks on to your breast providing a little support as comes strapless with no bands attached. This type of bra is used for backless and strapless tops and dresses. There are two types one the disposable paper ones that use a strong adhesive and the reusable ones that use silicone that can be washed and reused.
Bandeau Bra
It is a simple piece of band worn against the breast that provides very little support and shaping. These bras are best for those who are just beginning to wear bras. It is best used under a strapless or tube top.
Balconette/Demi Bra
These bras are half-shaped cup along-with broad straps and a horizontal bust line. It is perfect for a great cleavage and a frame-like effect and it ideal for deep-neck clothes. One of the features of demi bra is same as the push-up bras and can be worn by women with small breasts to give a fuller effect.
Bridal Bra/Corset
This type of bra shapes the upper part of the body into a desired shape making the bride fit into the wedding dress. It promotes good posture and can be more comfortable as the weight of the breasts is carried by the whole corset rather than the brassiere’s shoulder straps.
Built-in Bra
These are supportive bra cups that are stitched inside tank tops, tube tops or swimsuits. These kinds of built-ins feature a horizontal elastic strip, cups and even under wires and are also removable in some cases, if desired. These are very popular these days as there is no additional bra to be worn.
Convertible Bra
This bra’s strap can be detached and rearranged in different ways depending on the outfit. These types of bras are also available with beaded and clear plastic straps, which provide both support and style.
Full Support Bra
This is a daily and regular bar that provides excellent support and coverage to the entire breasts. It is an everyday wear bra perfect for heavy breasted women. It hides cleavage as well!
Front Closure Bra
These bras have eyes and hooks in the front instead of having it at the back. It provides better support than the back hooked bra. It lies completely flat at the back and goes well with tank tops, provided it features a racer back design.
Mastectomy Bra
This is specially designed for those who have undergone mastectomy treatment for breast cancer.
Minimizer Bra
This bra is best for women whose size is above 34C, it is designed to create an impression of smaller bust at least up to one size smaller.
Maternity Bra
These are specially designed for pregnant ladies it helps in adjusting with the increase in size of their breasts during the course of pregnancy.
Nursing Bra
These bras are specially designed for mothers who are nurturing their children. The cups of nursing bras are covered with flaps of fabric that can be unclasped at the top and pulled down to expose the breast.
Padded Bra
These bras have padding inside to provide women with a fuller and better shape. Unlike push-up bras, however, most padded bras support the breasts but do not significantly lift them.
Plunge Bra
This bra has cups that are far from each other and join together low with a thin centre piece. These are worn for low and deeper necklines.
Push up Bra
These are designed to give a lift to the breasts making it look bigger and bustier without adding any volume. It also creates cleavage.
Sports Bra
Worn mostly in the gym or when doing strenuous activities, this bra offers ample support and coverage. Provides firm support for the breasts, and prevents embarrassment during vigorous exercise.
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