We Found the Best Bras for Every Body
Fashion Editor: Sarah Brody
1/11It's no secret that bra shopping is hard. There's just so many parts to consider, from band size to cup size to style of bra, and it's not exactly easy to figure out what works best for you.
Well, we're trying to take some of the guesswork out of bra shopping. Whether you're looking for something to give better support underneath your clothes or something comfortable for lounging around with friends, these are the tips you need to scoring the perfect bra.
Click through now to get inspiration for your next shopping trip.
Photographed by Nyra Lang
Fashion Editor: Sarah Brody
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On KyraHanro Bra, $82. shop.hanrousa.com. Clouds boxers (worn underneath), $277. needsupply.com. Levi’s jean shorts, $68. levi.com. Icing earrings (worn throughout), $9.50 per set of six. icing.com. On EvaAerie bra, $32.95. Aerie. Levi’s jeans, $88. levi.com. On Eva: Sarah Chloe necklace (worn throughout), $119. sarahchloe.com. Icing earrings (worn throughout), $8.50 per set of three. icing.com. On AlishaAerie bra, $29.95. Aerie. AEO jeans, $49.95. American Eagle Outffiters. Hanro brief (worn underneath), $48. shop.hanrousa.com. Icing earrings (worn throughout), $9.50 per set of three. icing.com. On AliceHanro bra, $98. shop.hanrousa.com. Araks boxer, $150. araks.com. Levi’s jean jacket (worn around waist), $78. levi.com. Stylist’s own earrings. On Sam: Talent’s own earrings and necklace (worn throughout). On SamAerie bra, $29.95. aerie.com. AG jeans, $245. agjeans.com.
2/11Sports bras are for so much more than just working out now. With so many brands jumping in the athletic wear game, you can find a supportive bra that's still comfortable for kicking around in on weekends. In warmer weather, you can even style it on its own in place of a crop top.
Tommy Hilfiger sports bra, $52. tommy.com. AMO shorts, $198. shopbop.com. Converse sneakers, $50. converse.com. American Apparel socks. Similar styles at americanapparel.net. Talent’s own rings (worn throughout).
3/11Smooth cup styles with just a touch of padding are perfect for supporting bigger busts. Remember to look for something that hooks on the final row when you buy it — that way, as the elastic wears, you can still tighten things up for the perfect fit.
Aerie bra, $29.95. Aerie. AEO jeans, $49.95. American Eagle Outffiters. Hanro brief (worn underneath), $48. shop.hanrousa.com.
4/11Good news for girls with smaller busts: The triangle bra is back, and cuter than it's ever been before. In ultra-luxe fabrics, they support in style. Luxe fabrics are also super pretty when finished with delicate details on balconette bras.
*On KyraEres bra and brief, $315, $195. net-a-porter.com. M.i.h. Jeans, $325. us.mih-jeans.com. Gold Toe socks (worn throughout). goldtoe.com.
On EvaParfait bra, 38. herroom.com. Levi’s jeans, $88. levi.com. Hanro brief (worn underneath), $48. shop.hanrousa.com.*
5/11The coolest way to wear your sweatshirt now? Cropped — perfect for revealing the band of your sports bra for a total #MyCalvins moment.
On Kyra:Stylist’s own sweatshirt. Calvin Klein bralette, $28. calvinklein.com.
6/11Who says nude bras have to be boring and ugly? A lacy set will still vanish under most clothes (except for thin knits) while still making you feel glamorous.
Parfait bra and brief, $49, $25. kohls.com. Levi’s jean jacket, $78. levi.com.
7/11Thanks to new fabric technology, wire-free bras can be just as supportive as their underwire counterparts. Find a set with sturdy seaming and lining.
Araks blouse, $325. araks.com. Araks bralette, $75. araks.com. Sloane & Tate short, $46. sloaneandtate.com. Fay Andrada earrings, $92. fayandrada.com. Dogeared necklace, $62. dogeared.com.
8/11No matter what your body type is, there's a bra out there made for you.
On SamAerie bra, $29.95. aerie.com. AG jeans, $245. agjeans.com. Talent’s own earrings and necklace (worn throughout).
On AliceHanro bra, $98. shop.hanrousa.com. Araks boxer, $150. araks.com. Levi’s jean jacket (worn around waist), $78. levi.com. Stylist’s own earrings. Gold Toe socks. goldtoe.com.
On EvaAerie bra, $32.95. Aerie. Levi’s jeans, $88. levi.com. On Eva: Sarah Chloe necklace (worn throughout), $119. sarahchloe.com. Icing earrings (worn throughout), $8.50 per set of three. icing.com. On AlishaAerie bra, $29.95. Aerie. AEO jeans, $49.95. American Eagle Outffiters. Hanro brief (worn underneath), $48. shop.hanrousa.com. Icing earrings (worn throughout), $9.50 per set of three. icing.com. On KyraHanro Bra, $82. shop.hanrousa.com. Clouds boxers (worn underneath), $277. needsupply.com. Levi’s jean shorts, $68. levi.com. Icing earrings (worn throughout), $9.50 per set of six. icing.com.*
9/11Finding the right bra won't just make your clothes look better, it will make you feel better too. No more ripping your bra off as soon as you get home!
On AliceAraks blouse, $325. araks.com. Araks bralett, $75. araks.com. Sloane & Tate short, $46. sloaneandtate.com. On SamLonely bra, $59. lonelylabel.com. Denim x Alexander Wang short, $200. alexanderwang.com. Alexander Wang top, $795. alexanderwang.com.
10/11When you finally find the right bra, the next most important step is care: Make sure that no matter what the fabric or finish, you hand wash each one in the sink with gentle soap and air dry. After all, you've spent all that time searching — why not take good care of it?
*Eres bra, $360. net-a-porter.com. The Sleep Shirt boxers, $130. Barneys New York. J Brand shorts, $158. Ron Herman, LA. *
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