Lots of people are heading back to the office soon, as the COVID-19 pandemic wanes and life starts to look a bit more normal. And you know what that means: time to return to wearing a bra every day. Ugh! But fear not. Our correspondent Jillian Tangen has curated a list of the 14 most comfortable and chic luxury bras and bra brands to buy, wear and actually love right now – including underwire, bralettes, T-shirt and plunge styles – as we all get back to business as usual.
can a luxury bra actually be comfortable and chic?
The moment has finally arrived. Restaurants are buzzing, travel is trending up and even offices are starting to see life again. The world is slowly coming back to life. And you know what that means, right? Clothing with buttons, zippers and buckles are soon – if not already – going to be a part of our lives again.
Chief among those items? A bra. Ugh!
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If the thought of putting on a constricting bra again every day after months of WFH bliss leaves you feeling blue – fear not. Contrary to what you might think, supportive, well-designed and beautiful bras do exist. And it turns out, wearing the right bra can be beneficial, too.
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So we’ve sorted through the racks, ratings and reviews to compile a list of some of the most comfortable bras on the market, whether you’re looking for a classic T-shirt softie or a luxe silk bralette to wear as you re-enter the world. That is, of course, if you plan on wearing a bra again.
Ahead, 14 of the most chic and comfortable luxury bras for everyday wear, including underwire, bralettes, plunge styles and more.
the 14 most chic and comfortable luxury bras to buy now
1. third love 24/7 pima cotton t-shirt bra
At the top of our list of the most comfortable and chic luxury bra brands to buy now is Third Love. Designed with multi-way straps, memory foam cups, a smooth band and a cutout front detail, Third Love’s 24/7 Pima Cotton T-Shirt Bra ($68) gives you all day comfort and support while also looking effortlessly cool.
BUY NOW – $68.
2. natori feathers contour plunge bra
There’s a reason Natori named this famed bra the Feathers Bra ($68). Both lightweight and most comfortable, it’s the ultimate luxury bra for everyday wear that’s anything but boring.
BUY NOW – $68.
3. skims fits everybody unlined underwire bra
Meet Kim Kardashian’s “go-to” bra from her shapewear brand Skims. The Fits Everybody Unlined Underwire Bra ($44) features power mesh cups that offer coverage and support as well as breathability, while the convertible straps allow you to switch it up when necessary.
BUY NOW – $44.
4. negative stealth mode demi bra
Non-slip straps and smooth memory foam cups make the Stealth Mode Demi Bra ($75) from Negative one of the most comfortable, yet sophisticated luxury bra options out there right now.
BUY NOW – $75.
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5. nubian skin naked fuller-bust bra
Nubian Skin’s Naked Fuller-Bust Bra ($59) not only provides natural shape, comfort and coverage, but a wider range nude options for women of color.
BUY NOW – $59.
6. araks beatrice bralette
In addition to its famed bathing suits, Araks is also well known for its soft two-tone bras that offer coverage without bulky structure. The luxe silk Beatrice Bralette ($103) comes in a wide range of colors to suit whatever your mood is.
BUY NOW – $103.
7. cosabella soire new molded bra
Cosabella updated its best-selling Soiré Confidence Bra into a lightweight molded mesh style that’s perfect for post pandemic style. The Soiré Molded Underwire Bra ($64) feels like you’re wearing nothing at all.
BUY NOW – $64.
8. lively lace strapless bra
Strapless bras and comfort don’t usually go hand in hand, but Lively’s Lace Strapless Bra ($35) is the exception. It’s made of ultra soft lace, which means no scratchiness, while a wide band keeps the bra from falling to your belly button.
BUY NOW – $35.
9. eres lydia triangle jersey bra
Eres’ Lydia Triangle Jersey Bra ($230) is made in France from the brand’s signature lumière stretch-jersey and moves with your body. The soft cup silhouette sculpts and gives support for a bra that is soft, smooth and comfortable.
BUY NOW – $230.
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10. kit undergarments classic demi bra
Kit Undergarments makes some of the best most comfortable go-to luxury bra solutions for everyday wardrobe issues. That means strapless bras that refuse to fall down, bandage tape and a Classic Demi Bra ($68) that’s both comfortable and versatile.
BUY NOW – $68.
11. pepper limitless wirefree bra
Pepper’s Limitless Wirefree Bra ($48) was designed specifically for the comfort of those wearing bra’s sizes B and smaller in mind.
BUY NOW – $48.
12. cuup the demi bra
Made with molded 3D spacer fabric that helps conform to your shape and disappear under your clothing, Cuup’s The Demi Bra ($68) has won legions of fans.
BUY NOW – $68.
13. la perla second skin underwire bra
In the ranks of the most comfortable luxury underwire bra brands, you can always count on La Perla. The Second Skin Underwire Bra ($130) from La Perla feels like, well, a second skin thanks to its seamless stretch-jersey construction.
BUY NOW – $130.
14. knix luxelift pullover bra
Not quite ready for snaps and clasps? We conclude our list of the most chic and comfortable luxury bra brands and styles to buy now with a pullover. Despite its lack of underwire, the Knix LuxeLift Pullover Bra ($50) is surprisingly supportive, molding to your shape over time.
BUY NOW – $50.
the most comfortable and chic luxury bras to buy now
That’s our take on the 14 most comfortable and chic luxury bras and bra brands, including underwire, bralettes, T-shirt and plunge styles to buy now. Do you plan on giving any of them a try? Just remember, that almost as important as a proper fit, a good bra should also make you feel beautiful.
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Jillian Tangen is the Head of Research at Dandelion Chandelier and a former Senior Research Analyst at McKinsey & Co and Analyst at Shearman & Sterling. She is an avid fan of Nordic design, having owned an independent lifestyle store and sales agency focused on emerging Scandinavian design. Jillian lives in New York and is married with three young children. She loves cross-country skiing, the New York Rangers, reading, travel and discovering new brands.