Tag: Tops

For Off-the-Shoulder Necklines

Off-the-shoulder tops and dresses aren’t going anywhere, so keep that strapless bra handy akll season. Try an underwire style with good support—pro tip: Go up in cup size to avoid spillage and down in band size to ensure it doesn’t slip.

Intimately Love Letters Convertible Bra, $48, Free People

Simone Perele Eden Strapless Plunge Bra, $89, Journelle

Addition Elle Femme Convertible Bra, $55, Addition Elle

For Halter Tops

There’s something supremely cool about the halter silhouette—how it shows off the shoulders, but keeps the neck covered up. But opting for that style means your everyday bra and its shoulder straps just won’t cut it. Luckily, there’s no reason to sacrifice support for style: Opt for lingerie that mimics your summertime halter neckline with a strap that fastens behind the neck.

Victoria’s Secret Cool & Comfy Wireless Halter, $34.95, Victoria’s Secret

Eloquii Lace Bralette with Removable Halter, $44.90, Eloquii

Aerie Boho Lace Halter Bralette, $15, Aerie

For Backless Styles

So you bought a super-cool dress, only to realize it would leave your back totally exposed… Now what? Defy gravity with self-adhesive backless bras—they’re kind of like lingerie magic, giving you the coverage you need in front without a strap at all.

Nu Bra Seamless Push Up, $55, Revolve

Figleaves Backless Stick-On Bra, $31.25, Figleaves

Nordstrom Lingerie Go Bare Ultimate Boost Bra, $38, Nordstrom

For Deep Plunges

You’ve figured out any and all lingerie scenarios in which your back is exposed—but what if it’s the front that proves to be the problem? When faced with an ultra-deep plunge, seek out bras that mimic the shape of the lower-than-usual neckline.

Cacique Metallic Lace Front-Close Boost Plunge Bra, $62.50, Lane Bryant

Fortnight Ara Plunge Bralette, $98, Fortnight

Natori Women’s Sheer Convertible Ultra Light Contour Plunge Bra, $50, Amazon

For T-Shirts

Simple as they may seem, whisper-thin T-shirts can actually be quite tricky to dress for underneath. (They really do show every. single. line.) The trick is to go for seamless styles, silkier fabrics, and classic shapes for a more subtle styling.

SPANX Women’s Brallelujah Demi Lift Bra, $68, Amazon

Negative Silky Demi Bra in Peach, $75, Negative

Trusst Marjory, $56, Trusst

For an All-of-the-Above Situation

With tops or dresses that combine all of the aforementioned tricky style problems, it’s time to bust out the nipple covers: These babies offer pretty much zero support, but they’re the perfect solution when you need to go braless, but don’t even want to be bothered by the thought of a slip.

Fashion Forms Large Disposable Petals, $10, Amazon

The Natural Silicone Nipple Covers, $8, Shopbop

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Nippies Bristols Six Skin Adhesive Nipple Covers, $26, Journelle

When You Want to Show It Off

Hey, if your bra’s that good, why not show it? On these occasions, have a little fun with lingerie styles—whether it’s picking a bright color or pattern, or playing around with the material. This is the perfect opportunity to reach for that bra you almost consider a top… almost.

Only Hearts Billie Bralette, $53, Shopbop

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Lonely Lingerie Alexa Underwire Bra Plaid, $80, Lonely Lingerie

Gabi Fresh x Playful Promises Draper Wine Lace Harness Bra, $45.50, Playful Promises