25-02-2025
The 14 best strapless bras for every outfit in 2025, according to experts
While shopping for any bra can be tricky, finding a supportive and flattering strapless bra has its own set of challenges. These finicky undergarments have to offer the same support as regular bras all while remaining hidden. That's no easy task, so it's no wonder that finding a good one feels like hitting the jackpot! 'The strapless bra is truly the enigma of the bra world," says Jené Luciani Sena, author of The Bra Book. "It's so hard to find one that actually works." That's where we come in. As shopping experts, we know a thing or two about finding a top-rated piece of clothing that fits your wish list and your budget. "You obviously want to look for [a strapless] that will support you without flattening or causing a uniboob,' says Sena.
Instead of sending you on a wild goose chase, we've done you the favor of selecting the 14 best options on the market right now. To choose the cream of the crop, we talked to bra fitters and shopping experts and combed through dozens upon dozens of reviews from happy customers. We're confident there's a strapless bra on this list that fits your budget and your needs. All you have to do is hit 'add to cart.'
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Update, Feb 25, 2025: We checked all product prices and availability. Our number one pick for the best strapless bra remains unchanged.
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To figure out which strapless bras were the best of the best, we talked to bra experts, fashion designers and our own team of shopping experts. This team weighed in on what to look for when picking the right strapless bra for different needs. We also polled this crew to find out which strapless bras are in their lingerie drawers — because there's nothing like a firsthand recommendation. Finally, we listened to shoppers. We looked at hundreds of reviews from happy and disgruntled customers alike to figure out which of the bras on our shortlist truly deserved to be there. We're confident the resulting products are the best of the best.
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According to Jaime King, fashion designer and SVP of Design and Trend with Maurices, there are three key components: material, boning and padding. 'You want to look for a strapless bra made from a supportive and stretchy material, like a blend of nylon and spandex. This ensures comfort and flexibility,' she said. Jaime recommends opting for strapless bras that have boning, which prevents the bra from slipping down and helps maintain its shape. As for padding, that's really a matter of personal preference: 'Some people like a lightly padded strapless bra for a natural look, while others prefer more padding for extra shaping.'
Jené Luciani Sena, author of The Bra Book, suggests looking for options that have special features like 'silicone lining (aka nonslip grip) all the way around the perimeter of the bra, so it doesn't go south. You also may want to look for molded cups for some shaping and an elastic band plus an underwire, especially if you're busty. And remember: More hooks provide more adjustability.'
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It's easy to figure out your correct size, and you can do this in just a few minutes at home. 'First, you'll need a soft tape measure (measuring unit should be inches) to take your rib and bust measurements,' said Noemi Diaz-Justino, senior design director of lingerie brand True & Co. 'Wrap the tape measure snugly (but not tightly) around your rib cage. If the measurement is an odd number, add 5 inches. If the measurement is an even number, add 4 inches.'
'Next, wrap the tape loosely around the fullest part of your bust. Now subtract the rib measurement (with the added inches) from the bust measurement. The difference will determine your cup size. The guide for cup sizes goes like this: 1 inch = A cup, 2 inches = B cup, 3 inches = C cup, 4 inches = D cup, 5 inches = DD, 6 inches = DDD.'
'A strapless bra should hug the body with a slightly snug fit, so try a band that's smaller and a cup that's smaller until you feel the bra is holding you up without the straps,' Dora Lau, founder of Dora L International, a global design, development and sourcing company told us. 'The front pads should have a bit of stretch for comfort. When there's no stretch, you can't wait to take it off. A good strapless bra should be able to be worn for at least eight hours without digging in or slipping down.'
Jené agrees: 'It should be snug but not pinching or squeezing any flesh. Even though the straps only provide 10% of a bra's support, they mean a lot when they're gone!"
Different bras have different fits, but it's smart a idea to start with the band and cup size you normally wear and go from there. You definitely want it to fit more snugly; Jené says it might be a good idea to go down a band size, as long as it's not digging in or hurting you.
'A strapless bra slips down when the back is not fitting properly, or when the bra doesn't grip the body,' said Dora. 'Choose a strapless that has a nonslip wing liner and a firm-fitting band with strong elastic for support. Also, look for firmer cups with lightly padded contours at the bottom. That gives some lift to fill in the top cup.' Jaime recommends opting for a wider band but tightening that band for added security. 'Most of the support comes from the band, so it needs to be secure,' she said.
Even if your bra's band fits properly and has nonslip grips along the perimeter, Jené suggests 'not wearing lotions or oils, so you don't negate the grip.' And if you need even more security, she said 'you can also add double-stick tape to the inside of the bra, or even have it sewn into a dress.'
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Noemi Diaz-Justino, senior design director of lingerie brand True & Co
Jené Luciani Sena, bra expert and author of The Bra Book
Dora Lau, founder of Dora L International, a global design, development and sourcing company
Jaime King, fashion designer and SVP of design and trend at Maurices
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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