I've got B-cup boobs and these are the very best bras for small busts I've tried
There are a few items in every woman's wardrobe that induce sheer panic at the thought of shopping for. Bras for small busts are the most common offender (closely followed by jeans of course). No matter your cup size, trying to find the perfect bra – that is, one that fits properly, is in stock in your size and you actually like the look of – can feel like a mammoth task.
But unfortunately, there is no getting away from the fact that we all need to provide some support for our boobs – and having a smaller cup size doesn’t preclude you. While you may not require as much support as someone with DD-cup breasts (we've revealed the best bras for big boobs here), a good bra - wireless or otherwise - is still an absolute must-have.
Need proof? Bra expert Jill Kenton, who has fitted bras for the likes of Madonna and the late Princess Diana, said: “Wearing no bra at all can cause breasts to sag if the tissue is left with no support." Cosmetic surgeon, Dr Dirk Kremer of Harley St. Aesthetics agreed, telling us that “wearing a bra can help to stop premature sagging, as it means that the connective tissue within the breast isn't stretched as much throughout the day.”
Convinced? Same. If you have a smaller chest, read on for my guide on how to find the perfect bra for you, plus my edit of the best bras for small busts. I've tried and tested a lot.
First up: make sure you have the correct cup size...
In an ideal world, getting measured for your ‘perfect fit’ is the breast start (sorry) to any bra shopping journey. But if you don't feel comfortable heading back out to the shops just yet, you can use our genius guide to how measure your bra size at home. While we all like to think our bra size hasn’t changed since our mum/friend/sister last cajoled us into getting a proper fitting, the fact is, it almost definitely has.
Consider the fit...
Forget what you thought you knew: all bras are not created equal. A bra style that works for a friend might not work for you - even if you are the same cup size.
While the correct cup size is important, the spacing of the cups is just as crucial. If your boobs sit further apart on your chest (as is often the case for those with smaller boobs), you should go for a style with a gap between the cups. This will ensure the cups actually sit over your breasts and provide the support they need. If you find your boobs sit closer together, a bra with touching cups will work better for you.
Now, which type of bra is good for small breasts?
If you have small boobs there is no better style then a bralette/triangle bra/wireless bra. Whatever you wish to call it, a real advantage to having a smaller chest is needing less support, so comfortable bras without padding are perfect for your chest. Not only do you get the comfort of going without an underwire (yes please!) but a bralette is the most flattering style for small boobs, as it frames the natural shape of the breast. Loads of the styles I've selected below are wireless, but my stand-out favourites are the organic cotton bras from Monki and pretty much anything by Calvin Klein. I've been living in this lift bralette of late.
Elsewhere, for basic, every day bras for small boobs look to H&M, Victoria's Secret and SKIMS. VS offer the best t-shirt bras - often made with memory foam - for small boobs (they're honestly second to none), but if you're looking for something sexier, check out Dora Larsen, Coco de Mer and Bluebella for best-selling fashion-forward designs.
After more bra content? Head this way for the best bras and best push-up bras of all time, over here for sleep bras and in this direction for sports bras that'll keep you supported when you work out. We've also got an edit of the best lingerie brands for every budget, stick on bras, best strapless bras/bandeau bras, best sports bras and bridal lingerie. All you bra bases covered.
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Scroll for our full edit of the 19 best bras for small boobs, small chests and smaller busts (yep, even you A-cups).
Very Sexy So Obsessed Add 2 Cups Foam Cup Push Up Bra
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Wear Everywhere Non Wired/Wire-Free Comfy Push Up Bra
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ASOS DESIGN Microfibre & Lace Balconette Bra
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Lace Trim Soft Bra with Heart Pattern and Adjustable Straps
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Soft Satin Triangle Bralette
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Coco de Mer Clarivel Satin-Trimmed Embroidered Tulle Underwired Plunge Bra
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Seamless Super Low-Cut Neckline Push-Up Bra
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