If you’re sick of being squeezed and poked by your underwire bra, you’re in luck: The lingerie industry is currently in the midst of a bralette renaissance, and it’s never felt better. Even for a formerly stringent push-up bra adherent like myself, the ease of this wire-free style is pretty much unrivaled. You never feel like you’re strapped into a hefty contraption in a bralette, but you’re still guaranteed coverage, even under the skimpiest top.
And you don’t have to have a smaller bust to become a bralette convert, either. Brands like Lively, True & Co., and Spanx are making the space more inclusive and comfortable for those of us who are ample of chest. Scroll below to shop our picks.
The Everyday One
Yes, it lives up to the hype. It’s so stretchy that you’ll forget you’re even wearing it.
The Ethically Made Option
An everyday bra you can grab in a variety of colors and sizes up to 5XL. If sustainability is a selling point for you, the bralettes are made of organic bamboo and natural plants dyes.
The Strappy One
Business in the front, party in the back with these criss-cross straps so you won’t mind a little strap showing.
The One For Showing Off
This one just isn’t made for hiding under T-shirts. Wear it peeking out under dresses and for thirst traps like Rihanna intended.
The One That’s Comfy and Cute
If Nude Bralettes Just Aren’t For You
This bra comes in 16 colors including bright red and lavender so you can stock up on your favorite shades.
For the Sustainable Minimalist
Two bras simple enough to match with everything, comfy enough to wear anywhere, and made of organic bamboo for sustainable fashion lovers.
The One Worth The Splurge
Adorned with itty bitty flower appliqués and frilled trim, this bralette is too pretty to keep in your drawer.
The 90s Throwback One
Recreate your favorite fashion ads with the classic cotton bra. The skinny straps are sleek enough to wear under tees and tanks.
The One Made for Lounging
Cozy and made of pima cotton, this stretchy bralette is more for Netflix and chill than everyday wear.
The Lacy One
All the appeal of sexier lingerie with the stretch and comfort of your favorite cotton bralette.
The One With Glowing Amazon Reviews
Reviewers especially love its comfort and removable cups, with many buying multiple colors.
Because You Love Everlane
If You Enjoy Sleeping in Bras
Halle Berry wears one every night and if you want to do the same, this extra soft one will feel nice under your pajamas.
The One for Strapless Clothes
Everyone needs a good supportive bandeau and this one from Cosabella is
inexpensive enough to buy in multiples.
The Seamless One for Bigger Cup Sizes
Sizes of this seamless bra range from S to XL, with XL being ideal for D cups.
The Affordable Lacy One
Lingerie enthusiasts will tell you that the more elaborate the lace, the bigger the price tag. But while fancier bralettes can set you back more than $200, this one is under $20 and just as seductive.
The Practical One, If You’re at Least a D Cup
If you like the feeling of extra support and coverage, here’s a great option from Lively.
The One That Feels Like a Second Skin
Raw hems and narrow straps mean it will stay hidden under your clothes.
Because You’re Still Not Over Pink
Responsibly sourced tulle that’s pretty in pink (and lilac).
This article was originally published October 25, 2019. If you buy something through our links, New York may earn an affiliate commission.