Our Picks: The Best Bras

Looking for the best bra? You’re bound to find it in this guide. We’ve been battling our bras for years now. From bra straps that don’t stay put to itchy lace to visible bra line to indecent nipple exposure - we’ve suffered them all! There must be some great bras out there, so we asked you for your favorites and you sent us your lingerie drawer picks.
Wacoal
Wacoal’s well-made bras are a must-have. These moderate-coverage options are supportive and their style is timeless.
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| Bodysuede Ultra Underwire Bra $60 Many votes for favorite bras went to Wacoal. You told us “they may not be sexy bras, but they are serious bras.” |
Arabesque Embroidered Underwire Bra $56 This bra is both supportive and pretty, and comes in sizes through a G-cup. |
The Top Solution Contour Bra $62
Molded just so, this silky-smooth bra won’t show through anything. |
Gap
Gap’s not just about the khakis - their GapBody bras hold their own. Just a little bit sexy, these affordable bras come in a variety of cuts, fabrics, and colors.
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| Shaping T-Shirt Bra $36 Gap Bras have praised for by you for their value, style, comfort and flexibility. |
Lightly Lined Lacy T-Shirt Bra $36 Adding just a little edge with lacy sides, this bra still provides a smooth shape and subtle cleavage. |
Sleek Nylon Ultra Push-Up Bra $38 Go ahead, take the plunge. A deep-v bra like this one will still keep you covered. |
Playtex
Playtex is a classic bra, particularly for larger chests. Extremely supportive and made to be comfortable for hours on end, these bras offer different types of coverage tailored to your specific needs.
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| Original 18 Hour Comfort Strap Soft Cup Bra $20 Readers cite this bra as one of the most comfortable, particularly “around the shoulders and ribcage.” |
Thank Goodness It Fits Santoni Soft Cup Bra $20 Offering slightly less full coverage than the Original 18-Hour edition, this bra still provides complete support. |
Secrets Ultimate Support Minimizer Underwire Bra $23 This bra features a sling in each cup for added support, as well pretty lace detailing. |
Lily Of France
Well-priced and widely available, Lily of France bras are pretty, often seamless, and offer great cleavage.
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| Convertible Push-Up Bra $15 Moderate coverage and push-up pads make this bra an alluring yet supportive option. |
Microfiber Wire-Free Bra $15 A wire-free, contoured bra with light padding, this bra is extra-soft and won’t show through t-shirts. |
Bump Pad Demi Invisible Bra $20 This seamless, lightly shimmery bra provides dramatic cleavage and is tagless, to boot. |













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