A backless bra can seem like the perfect solution to summer’s revealing necklines, but they aren’t necessarily any easier to wear than other styles. However, with the right tips and techniques, you can rock your favorite backless dress without anyone noticing that you’re wearing a special kind of bra underneath. Here are 8 tips for wearing a backless bra.
1) Choose the Right Style
It’s important to choose bra styles that work with your chest shape and size. For example, if you have narrow shoulders or are smaller busted, consider one of these backless bra padded options that are lightly lined with extra padding. They’ll keep your girls from falling out or looking uneven from side to side, which is a common issue when wearing a strapless bra without any lining.
In comparison, if you have large breasts, it might be better to invest in double-sided tape so that you don’t experience too much strain on your skin. To make sure you get it right, try on different styles before heading out —you may need to test out more than one option in order to find what works best for you!
2) Avoid Strapless Dresses
The point of wearing a backless strapless bra is to eliminate bra straps from showing when you wear your dress. A good way to achieve that is to avoid backless dresses; they will show off any bra strap you may be wearing! But if you simply must wear one, try draping scarves or shawls around your shoulders to cover any straps and even add color and texture to your ensemble. If not, consider looking into fabric glue like E6000, which can be used on bras with removable clasps—or pull-on styles without clasps—to keep them firmly in place. Another option: check out online tutorials on how to sew a specialized clip onto your strapless bras that’ll hold everything together seamlessly.
3) Get the Right Fit
The shape of a woman’s breasts differs from one to the next. This means that trying on bras can be both frustrating and confusing. Luckily, you don’t have to put up with ill-fitting lingerie. If you want your backless bra to look natural, buy one that fits well. A properly fitting bra will feel comfortable and look great whether you wear it under a formal dress or with jeans and a t-shirt. When shopping for a backless strapless bra, start by finding your size—not everyone has been blessed with the girls so if you need help finding yours, talk to your local sales associate at an intimate apparel store like Victoria’s Secret or The Little Bra Company.
4) Practice Putting On Your Bra
The first tip to keep in mind when wearing a backless bra is to always put it on before your top. Yes, it’s an extra step, but one that ensures you won’t have any wardrobe malfunctions later in the day. To do so, lay your bra flat on a table and stick your arms through its straps (you may need someone to help you with this). Then take each strap and loop it under your opposite armpit (once you get used to doing so, you’ll be able to get dressed). Make sure that each side of your bra is even; if they’re not even, shift them until they are. Once both straps are through each armpit and tightened, put on your blouse or dress normally.
5) Plan for Low-Back Dresses
If you don’t want to completely shun low-back dresses and shirts, make sure you wear two bras at once—one placed above your breasts and one below. You can also use inserts or padding if needed. Look into options like backless bra padded. If you really want to go all out, try the tape on sticky breast lifts (aka, my favorite product ever invented). These will hold everything in place without any need for undergarments or back panels that aren’t as supportive. They are also much less expensive than your local costume shop’s price tag!
6) Keep Your Dress Simple
If you want to show off your skin, let it be skin, not fabric. If you do want to wear an actual dress, keep it simple and modest; nothing sheer or slinky. It can also help to choose backless styles with built-in bras if possible. These are available in stores and online – search backless strapless bra on Amazon for many options. This is particularly helpful for women who aren’t used to wearing these types of garments as they may feel more comfortable getting used to them in private before going out into public.
Choose Sturdy Straps: A good rule of thumb is that any straps that hold up your outfit should never show through on camera, which means you should avoid spaghetti straps entirely unless you’re only showing off bare shoulders and decolletage. Also, try avoiding thin straps altogether – thick strap bras are generally sturdier than others, so opt for those instead when buying new lingerie if possible.
7) Undo the Last Hook
There’s nothing wrong with rocking a little skin if you want to. If you wear a backless bra with straps that are easy to undo, don’t be afraid to undo them. But if you go braless and want to keep things sexy while still covering up, there are ways to go about it without sacrificing support. You can get new bras made without straps or look for one with adjustable hooks—you just need to find ones that have no less than three sets of hooks and eyes so you can adjust how loose or tight you like.
8) Where to Buy Them
There are also dozens of backless bra options to choose from. For example, one of Amazon’s best-selling styles costs just $9. A classic option is made by Always For Me, while Bali and Maidenform offer similar styles that retail for around $30. If you want to spend less than $20, look at retailers like Forever 21 or H&M; those stores tend to carry generic padded push-up bras in several different colors. No matter where you shop, keep in mind that sizing can vary widely between brands—so if you find one backless bra style that fits you well, stick with it!
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By Bisma Khan
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