When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. SKIMS;Girlfriend Collective Shopping for a bra or bralette that feels good and fits well can come with a ton of trial and error.
Our editors have tested dozens of bra brands, so to help, we’re sharing our most comfortable finds. From SKIMS to Tommy John, these are the bras we swear by that feel like wearing nothing at all. Finding a bra that keeps you lifted and supported often comes at the expense of comfort.
Underwire can dig into the skin, leaving behind an imprint to prove it, while slippery straps and bulging at the back can call for constant readjusting. But breasts don’t need to be strapped in tight and overly compressed together to feel supported or enhance their appearance. Insider editors have tested dozens of bras over the years and have found the ones that’ll leave your days of rushing home to unclasp the hooks behind.
Of course, there is no perfect one-size-fits-all bra, and needs vary from cup to cup, but these tried-and-true favorites should let you skip some of the trial and error. Below, find our top choices for bras and bralettes comfortable enough to replace your current go-to. 13 bras and bralettes so comfortable you’ll forget you’re wearing them, according to Insider editors:SKIMS Fits Everybody Triangle BraletteSKIMSSKIMS Fits Everybody Triangle Bralette (9 core colors), available at SKIMS, $32As someone who tries to avoid wearing bras at all costs, SKIMS Fits Everybody Triangle Bralette is the bra I forget I’m wearing.
I was worried that the minimal design of the triangle cups would cause a few slip-ups, but I don’t feel exposed or like my curves are slipping through seams. What I like most is that the 2-ply supportive stretch has a magnetic effect against my skin so that it forms to the contours of my chest and the straps are set in the exact spot I placed them in. —Kayla Bickham, Style & Beauty Editorial FellowSKIMS Cotton Plunge BraletteSKIMSSKIMS Cotton Plunge Bralette (5 core colors), available at SKIMS, $36Because my chest is on the smaller end of the spectrum, I normally don’t look for bras with maximal support.
Instead, I prioritize comfort which automatically rules out most push-up and underwire bras. This is why the SKIMS Cotton Plunge Bralette works so well for me. Padless and wire-free, this cotton bralette feels nonrestrictive while the wide elastic band it sits on fits more snug.
Paired with leggings or biker shorts of the same color, this bralette has become my go-to for lounging and cleaning up around the house. —Kayla Bickham, Style & Beauty Editorial FellowWacoal Body by Wacoal Seamless Underwire BraNordstromWacoal Body by Wacoal Seamless Underwire Bra (2 colors), available at Nordstrom, $48I have this bra in both colors it comes in because it’s the perfect mix of comfortable, supportive, and good-looking. The mesh panels and very minimal lining give it a really light and airy feel.
—Ellen Hoffman, editor-in-chiefWacoal Soft Embrace Front Closure Underwire BraNordstromWacoal Soft Embrace Front Closure Underwire Bra, available at Nordstrom, $55I have a lot of success with Wacoal bras in general, and this front-closure bra is another comfy and supportive option from the brand. It holds up nicely to regular washing over time too. —Ellen Hoffman, editor-in-chiefNatori Statement Underwire BraNordstromNatori Statement Underwire Bra, available at Nordsrrom, $68If you’re looking for a “sexy” comfortable bra, look no further! I love this unlined, full-cup bra from Natori that goes up to a size 42H.
The delicate lace creates a really pretty scalloped neckline, and you’ll be surprised by how supported you feel in it. —Ellen Hoffman, editor-in-chiefTommy John Second Skin Micro Rib Cross-Back Scoop BraletteTommy JohnSecond Skin Micro Rib Cross-Back Scoop Bralette, available at Tommy John, $54This is my favorite bralette for sleeping and lounging around in at home. I don’t have a lot of success with bralettes, but this one manages to support my 34D chest very nicely.
Tommy John’s “Second Skin” fabric is also so comfortable you barely realize it’s there. —Ellen Hoffman, editor-in-chiefGirlfriend Collective Milo Racerback BraGirlfriend CollectiveMilo Racerback Bra, available at Girlfriend Collective, $46I’m mostly wearing bralettes and sports bras these days, and I find myself reaching for my Girlfriend Collective Milo most often. It comes in the brand’s FLOAT fabric, which is soft, not compressive, and comfortable to wear all day.
I love this cut specifically because of the racerback and the longer sides; I feel like it offers more coverage and avoids spillage, especially because I have a larger bra size where that can be an issue. —Angela Tricarico, Streaming Editorial FellowEverlane Cotton BraletteEverlaneEverlane Cotton Bralette, available at Everlane, $28I love almost everything Everlane releases but their bras have truly stood the test of time. My first bralette purchase was back in 2016 and to this day, I cannot find a more comfortable option than the Everlane Cotton Collection.
The fabric is super soft, breathable, and never shrinks in the wash. Better yet, they offer sizes from XXS-XXL and have a comprehensive size guide that has never failed me. —Maiya Pascouche, Associate Story ProducerCalvin Klein Unlined Wireless BraletteAmazonCalvin Klein Women’s Modern Cotton Unlined Wireless Bralette, available at Amazon, from $15.
49These bras are super cheap and comfortable and come in sizes up to 3X. I own like four of them now and wear them all the time when working from home. The only drawback is that they’re not super durable in the wash, so now I prefer to hand wash them.
—Lauren Savoie, deputy editorSieve Bra TopAmazonSieve Bra Top, available at Negative, $65I absolutely love this bra! It’s equal parts supportive and sexy, and the sports bra silhouette makes it the perfect T-shirt bra. The cups have been molded to create pockets for your chest so it’s not just a flat piece of stretchy mesh. This design means the bra works well for larger cup sizes (hallelujah!).
I’ve even caught the mesh on my rings while putting it on and it miraculously hasn’t snagged yet. —Sally Kaplan, executive editor of Insider ReviewsThe Sieve Non-Wire BraNegativeThe Sieve Non-Wire, available at Negative, $65Bralettes like these are really hard to get right for larger chest sizes, but this one worked incredibly well for my DDs (which are sometimes DDDs depending on the time of the month). Of all the bralettes I’ve tested in my many years covering women’s basics for Insider Reviews, this is my favorite.
It lifts them up without separating too much or squishing together — plus, it’s the perfect silhouette for V-neck sweaters or shirts. —Sally Kaplan, executive editor of Insider ReviewsI’ve never been a big fan of bralettes, but this one is unlike anything I’ve ever tried before. The mesh works like magic to lift and support, and at the same time, it’s comfortable enough to sleep in.
It’s a bit more expensive than most bralettes but the quality is really apparent. In my opinion, it’s worth every penny. —Ashley Phillips, style and beauty editorTommy John Triangle BraletteTommy JohnComfort Smoothing Triangle Bralette, available at Tommy John, $64I’m not saying you shouldn’t listen to the rest of my colleagues here, but if you want to know about the absolute best bra that feels like you’re wearing no bra at all, this is it.
I have a large cup size so I have trouble finding non-underwire bras that actually feel supportive, but this one has solved every issue I’ve ever had. It smooths the areas around my back and arms, it doesn’t create a uniboob situation or spread things out too far, it lifts and cradles without digging into my shoulders… basically, it’s everything I’ve ever dreamed of in a T-shirt bra. —Sally Kaplan, executive editor of Insider ReviewsTrue & Co.
True Body Boost Scoop Neck Adjustable Strap BraTrue & Co. True Body Boost Scoop Neck Adjustable Strap Bra, available at Amazon, from $36. 32I’ve been wearing True & Co.
‘s True Body line since it first launched with a single scoop-neck bra. While the material of these bras is so comfortable I could sleep in them, my biggest complaint was that the straps weren’t adjustable. But someone heard my plea because this newer version uses the same material I know and love, just with an adjustable strap that doesn’t dig into my shoulders and removable pads that give a little extra support and definition.
I wear this bra as often as possible — in fact, I have it on now. —Sally Kaplan, executive editor of Insider ReviewsRead the original article on Insider.
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