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Bras are notoriously difficult to shop for.
The most comfortable bras should be supportive and cozy enough to wear all day long.
The straps are not convertible, and you might be able to see your nipple shape through tight tops.
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The Scoop Micro Bra from Cuup felt like a second skin to us.
If there’s a bra we’d recommend to our friends, it’s this one.
We followed the brands size chart and found that it fit perfectly for both smaller andlarger busts.
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A lightly padded underwire gives support without the discomfort you might associate with underwire bras.
Though its not a pushup bra, it still gave us a little lift.
There is no adjustability in the straps and closure.
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For those who appreciate a well-made, practical bra, this one checks all the boxes.
It gave us smooth, seamless support and a secure fit throughout the day without feeling restricted.
It never dug into our skin, rode up, or caused discomfort.
For larger busts, it delivered on comfortable, daily support and low-impact workouts.
For smaller busts, we appreciated how well it paired with high-cut tops and sweaters.
Plus, the band and straps are pretty wide, which works to provide support without an underwire.
We wish that the straps and closure had adjustabilitythe bra isnt adjustable at all.
Its high-cut design and thick straps make it less ideal for low-cut tops or spaghetti straps.
The thin straps may dig into your shoulders if you have a larger bust.
We found some small fit issues for larger busts due to the thin straps digging into shoulders.
For that, wider straps would be a nice touch.
It has a hook closure, which might not be what youre looking for in a bralette.
It easily topped our list of thebest braletteswe’ve ever tried.
We wish the fabric didnt pill or stick to clothing.
This one deserves to be your new go-to full coverage bra.
What we love most about it is how cozy it is.
Plus, the underwire offers lift without digging into skin.
We followed the size chart and the bra fit us with no spillage or gaping.
It maintained this fit even after multiple wears and washes.
(We had to adjust the bra when wearing tight tops.)
To us, these felt like minor downsides.
The hefty coverage, lack of bulk, and extreme comfort won out.
Plus, its one of the most inexpensive bras on our list.
The cup sizing was slightly off in our experience.
This Lively bra is comfortable, supportive, and sturdyeverything a great T-shirt bra should be.
It gives plenty of coverage (even nursing pads were invisible under this bra).
Throughout testing, this bra held up to everyday wear and the lightly padded cups never lost their shape.
What really impressed us is how adjustable this bra is, including the band and straps.
Our 36DD tester found that the cups were slightly too small and noticeable under fitted clothing.
Still, we think this T-shirt bra is a great find, especially because of its convertible front-adjusting straps.
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The mesh exterior texture is noticeable under smooth, tight-fitting tops.
This everyday bra was comfy enough to wear for hours on end.
The inside feels buttery-soft and cozy, and the outside is lined with smooth mesh.
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The mesh isnt prone to snagging, but its texture showed through some tight-fitting tops.
Thanks to its perfect fit and cozy feel, it quickly became one of our favorites.
It doesn’t provide a ton of padding.
Because this bra is unlined, its not as bulky as other full-coverage options.
It contours to your chest for a natural fit and barely there feel.
This bra is also luxuriously comfortable, with a buttery-soft adjustable and supportive band.
The gentle straps dont dig in and the silky-smooth cups feel great to slip into.
We definitely think its worth the higher price tag.
Finding abra that fits properly.
The fact that bra sizes vary from brand to brand can make shopping difficult.
And when shopping in person, ask a fit specialist to size you.
For working out, you might also want a sports bra.
Support
Support is always important, no matter what kind of bra you’re looking for.
Questions You Might Ask
What bang out of bra is most comfortable?
Bras should feel comfortable as long as they fit right.
This style provides light shaping and gentle support thats extremely comfortable.
How do you know if your bra is supportive?
The most supportive bras often have thick bands, wide straps, and molded cups.
Foster says that most of a bras support actually comes from the band, not the straps.
Your breasts should stay in place, [instead of] bouncing [around]," she says.
Take Our Word for It
This article was written byJamie Fischer, a writer forReal Simple.
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