5 Bras to Invest in After Your Breakup With Underwires

Ready to forego underwire bras? Here are your new best friends!

No two people have the same bust. This means that no two people have the same preferences when it comes to bras. But there is one thing everyone will agree on- underwires are like medieval torture devices. Sure, they are supportive but it comes at the price of not being able to breathe. And the poking and pricking is a whole different story. 

So, if you’re in the tribe of women who’re ready to forego underwire bras but don’t know where else to look, we’re here. These 5 options are as comfortable as they are supportive. Not to mention stylish. Your lingerie drawer doesn’t have to be your arch-enemy! 

Classic T-Shirt Bra 
If underwires are the villain, T-shirt bras are the white knight you’ve been waiting for. They give mid-coverage and seamlessly disappear behind even the thinnest of T-shirts. Dresses and shirts too. They’re the reliable everyday bra you knew you needed but couldn’t find. Even without the underwire, they come with a secure band that supports you like a partner in a healthy relationship. 

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A Sporty Silhouette 
Don’t let the name fool you, a sports bra can be your best friend if you let it. Even if you’re a couch potato. It has a stiff elastic band, thicker straps that don’t dig into your skin leaving craters behind, it doesn’t prick. and it gives a much better hold. It’s the ultimate substitute for an underwire bra. 

You see, sports bras are designed to support your breasts through rigorous movement (and they do their job even if you aren’t doing yours) and to maintain the shape of the breasts. This means that you don’t need wires to prevent sagging. Comfort+style! Who said it can’t be done? 

Strapless Bandeau
 One of the main problems of letting go of the underwire is what happens when you need a strapless bra? A strapless bra without an underwire has the structural integrity of a boiled potato. Right? Nope. Enter the strapless bandeau. It’s a stretchy fabric with a thick elastic band on both ends for support. You don’t have to worry about a nip slip or about the underwires eating into you. 

Supportive Triangle Bra 
Triangle bras are much more common than you’d think. Even though they provide less coverage, they have a minimalistic yet supportive design that makes them the bras to reach for when you’re wearing a low neckline and want to show off a little cleavage. They are a great alternative to the usual plunging wired bras. If you have a larger bust size, you can opt for a triangle bra with a thick elastic band and straps. They might not feel as comfortable as your everyday T-shirt bra but sometimes, there is nothing wrong with choosing style over comfort, is there? Some outfits command that. 

Lacy Goodness 
Everyone needs a lace bra in their lingerie drawer. But looking sexy at the risk of rashes and underwire burns is not worth it. On the other hand, a soft lace bra with an elastic band instead of a stubborn underwire will make you feel heavenly.