Bras for Strapless, Backless and Low-Cut Dresses

Best Bras for Strapless Dresses

The wedding and Holiday seasons brings with them strapless, backless and low-cut dresses. So what undergarments should be chosen for these fashion challenges? At HerRoom, we have the answers.

Why Strapless Bras Stay in Place

A strapless bra is a must in your lingerie wardrobe. They’re designed differently than regular bras and have specific features like side boning, gripper tape along their edges , and push-up padding in the cups that can be removable.

Strapless Longline Bras for More Support

Good strapless bras also have longer underwires that encircle and hold on to your breasts to prevent bra slippage. The ultimate strapless bras that really stay up (especially for women larger than a D cup size) are strapless longline bras. Their taller band gives added support and stabilization. I put my daughter in one for her Homecoming Dance. She was able to jump around without needing to constantly stop and adjust. When choosing a longline, consider your activity level and length of the event. A longline that stops at the waist is best if you’ll be attending a long event with frequent sitting. The longer longlines that extend past the waist are best under formal gowns during shorter and mostly standing, events.

Features to Consider When Choosing a Strapless Bra

When selecting a strapless bra, here are some features to consider.

Strapless Bra Cup Height

The height of the cups. At HerRoom, we have a measured image that allows you to compare between other strapless bras and we have our exclusive patented “see it under” feature to help you select the right strapless bra that hides below your neckline. Note that the greater the cup coverage and higher the sides, the less chance of getting that “underarm bulge.” (image or video of this bulge)

Side and Back Height

The height of the sides and back. The wider or taller they are, the more support you’ll have. They’ll really stay put while reducing bulges along your back and under your arms (as long as you make sure to stoop and scoop your breast tissue into the cups.

Center Panel Height

The center panel. It should be tall for optimal support. And very low if you want to wear plunging necklines. Again, our measured image shows you where the center panel will land and if it could show.

Push-Up and Removable Padding

Padding. Some come with removable padding called cookies. This feature gives you two cleavage options – natural and pushed-up. Others have a built-in bump pad along the bottom of the cup with varying thicknesses that only HerRoom measures and puts in our “fitters” comments” Be thoughtful with how much push-up you want because too much could create an “underarm bulge.”

How to Keep a Strapless Bra From Slipping

Avoid wearing body lotions or moisturizers when wearing a strapless bra. They can cancel out the sticky effect of gripper tape that helps hold many strapless bras in place. Clean, oil-free skin is optimal. Here are images of the inside of bra wings with gripper tape.

What Size Strapless Bra Should You Wear?

And, there’s an old wives’ tale that you should pick a smaller size in a strapless bra. Not so. Buy one in your true bra size. However, since a strapless bra does not have straps, it’s the ultimate test to see if you’re in your true and correct bra size. So, if it falls, you’re probably a different bra size.

Best Bras for Backless and Low-Back Dresses

Backless and low back dresses.

Depending on how low the back is, there are some, but not a lot of lingerie options. It’s really tough to design a supportive bra without a back because the band is where most of a bra’s support emanates from.

Adhesive Bras

Women with a bra size 36D and smaller have the option of adhesive bras which use surgical adhesive to adhere to your skin. They come in a variety of styles:

Low-Back Bra Converter Straps

If your dress has a low back without being backless, there are some accessory straps that can be attached to one of your existing bras to give you a lower back by a few inches:

Low-Cut Longline Bras

There are some low cut longline bras but with a limited size range. At HerRoom exclusively, we provide 360 degree views of longline bras and include the back bra line to give you an idea how low the back will be. A low cut longline will be the most supportive bra option for backless and low back dresses. And this Goddess longline bra style 689 is a great choice for larger bra sizes. It goes up to 50 D4 sizing and can be unhooked to accommodate low back styles.

Adhesive Bras and Breast Tape

Finally, there are some adhesive bras and tape if no other solution is available in your size. However, they give minimal support if any.

Best Bras for Low-Cut Dresses

Plunge Bras for Low and Plunging Necklines

For low-cut neckline dresses, there are plunge bras. These bras have a very low center panel to accommodate low and plunging necklines. Again, our exclusive and patented “measured” and “See it under” feature on every bra we sell, shows you how low the center panel is and if it will hide under a low neckline. And the great news is that plunge bras now come in a large array of bra sizes.

So, go ahead and purchase that strapless, backless or low cut dress, then visit HerRoom where we have your lingerie solution.