The 13 Most Comfortable Bras of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

Most Comfortable Bra Overall

Cuup Scoop Bra

View On Shopcuup.com View On Bloomingdales $68

Our Ratings

• Fit
  5/5
• Support
  5/5
• Quality
  5/5
• Comfort
  4.9/5
• Adjustability
  5/5

Not to be dramatic, but this might possibly be the most comfortable bra we ever tried on. Regardless of cup size, this bra made our girls look perky, while feeling practically weightless. To begin, the material feels (and looks) impossibly soft. The combination of polyamide and elastane gives it a satiny finish and allows it to lay flat against the chest with no gaping. It molded to our bodies as if it was custom-made for us. And while it didn’t have any padding or push-up, it still managed to give us a nice lift and support, thanks to the underwire (which, by the way, never poked us or dug into our skin) — even on our bottom-heavy breasts. The adjustable straps, albeit a little short on our longer torsos, never dug into our shoulders either. 

As big-chested women, we typically deal with a little spillage over the top of the bra, but this one provided just the right amount of coverage. Without providing too much coverage (you know, those grandma-looking bras us big-chested girls come across far too often), this bra managed to cover, hold, and support while looking absolutely stunning. 

Underneath our shirts, the thin fabric blended in so seamlessly, you would have thought it was skin. That being said, there is no nipple protection on the cups, so a little cold breeze immediately showed the shape of our nipples. If that bothers you, a thicker tee or nipple covers will certainly remedy the solution because we don’t think that’s worth skipping this bra for that reason.

Size: 30A–44H | Colors: 12 | Material: Polyamide, elastane | Padding: No

Best for Small Breasts

Pepper All You Bra

View On Wearpepper.com

Our Ratings

• Fit
  4/5
• Support
  5/5
• Quality
  5/5
• Comfort
  5/5
• Adjustability
  4/5

Need bras for small breasts that actually fit and won't gape or shift? Pepper specifically creates bras for small boobs (from cup sizes AA to B). Color us impressed, because upon placing the bra against our A-cupped chest, we were elated to find it sat flat against our rib cage, shoulder width, and cups. There was no gaping, which is easily the number one problem small chests have with bras.  

This option has a styled mesh layer over the bra, connected to a delicate strap that pulls the cup upward and keeps the material flat against the chest. While we did notice that the texture shows ever so slightly underneath tight-fitting shirts, other tops don’t give away to the bra at all. 

On top of fitting like a glove, we loved how incredibly soft the fabric felt. Both the mesh overlay and the smooth band felt extremely comfortable against the skin on top of being quite sturdy; we never had to worry about them potentially snagging or pulling when they came into contact with zippers, jewelry, or nails.

Size: 30AA-40B | Colors: 6 | Material: Polyamide, elastane | Padding: No

Best Unlined

Negative Sieve Demi Bra

View On Negativeunderwear.com

Our Ratings

• Fit
  5/5
• Support
  4.9/5
• Quality
  4.7/5
• Comfort
  5/5
• Adjustability
  4.7/5

If we're talking about an unlined bra that's just the right balance between minimal and structured, we can't rave enough about this beauty. There is an underwire, which curves along the cups and comes up to around our armpits, ensuring our breasts don’t slip out of the side. Made of sheer Belgian power micromesh, the bra blew us away with how much support it gave our breasts for how thin of a material it is. While mesh bras typically don’t work on our big chests, this, combined with the strap positioning coming up the sides of our decolletage, held them up like it was no big feat. Simply put, it was love at first wear. 

Yes, the mesh fabric, however strong and sturdy, is see-through. Without any extra padding, our nipples were on full display. It’s also not the most soft material we tried on, given its net-like texture, but we didn’t notice any irritation on our skin. When we covered it with a simple shirt (even a white one), we saw no signs of our areolas. The bra felt so natural on our skin that upon leaving the house, we experienced a mild panic thinking we forgot to put on a bra. And while we typically strip our bras off immediately after returning home, we were happy to spend the rest of the day lounging around in this beauty until it was time to shower – that’s how effortless it felt. The material of the bra was simply sublime, and despite how breathable and second-skin it felt like, it never gave up on support.

Size: 32B-40G | Colors: 4 | Material: Polyamide, elastane | Padding: No

Best Plus Size

Thirdlove 24/7 Second Skin Bra

View On Thirdlove.com $72

Our Ratings

• Fit
  4/5
• Support
  4.4/5
• Quality
  4.5/5
• Comfort
  3.5/5
• Adjustability
  4.7/5

Before we dive into the ins and outs of this luscious bra, it should be noted that the cups are a sleek, thin material, not unlike a silky bralette, — not even the Cuup Scoop Bra, which we admit does look similar. This one, however, comes in half sizes as well. You’ll find a size A, as well as an A ½ to cover a wider range of chest sizes. The luxurious, unpadded fabric provided full coverage, blending into the straps and smoothing over our shoulders in a triangular shape. The material didn’t pill, stretch, or shrink after a wash, which was a huge relief. Underneath it all was an underwire that went all the way up under our armpits.

This bra amazed us with how much it truly felt like second-skin. Rather than providing a significant amount of support, it beautifully molded into the natural shape of our breasts. We never noticed any spillage – at least not on our bottom-heavy chest. Instead, the material pressed around our body, tucking us into its soft material with care. Unfortunately, there are no customizable features on this bra, as the straps are neither adjustable nor removable. 

It’s typically hard to find non-padded bras for larger chests, but this one simply left us speechless. Even underneath a shirt, it looked completely natural and invisible, that is, until the wind blew and revealed our nipples poking through the thin fabric.

Size: 32A-44H| Colors: 3 | Material: Nylon, spandex | Padding: No

Best Nude

SKIMS T-Shirt Bra

View On Nordstrom $44 View On Skims.com $52

Our Ratings

• Fit
  4/5
• Support
  5/5
• Quality
  5/5
• Comfort
  3.5/5
• Adjustability
  3.9/5

Skims delivered in yet another category: the T-shirt bra. With nine nude colors to choose from, it was easier than usual to find a piece that camouflaged with our skin and under our shirts. Not only that, but the barely-there bra was so comfortable, we even slept in it. 

Looking at the bra straight out of the box (and on the image model), we were worried that the coverage would be far too much. However, once on, we were surprised to find them have mid-range coverage — and it didn’t overwhelm us with fabric. The band portion was on the thicker side, which helped give it the support it needed without the boning on the sides. But with the fabric being as thin as it was, it never felt too tight or uncomfortable. Overall, we found it to be soft, comfortable, and invisible under a shirt, giving us a traditional bra – with underwire, adjustable straps, and back clasps – without the bulk. 

Unfortunately, the sizing begins to falter on larger bust sizes. We’ve experienced this before when we tested their shapewear, which ran far too small on more voluptuous bodies. Skims seems to run slightly smaller than average, particularly around the band. We noticed that the size guide isn’t all that accurate either, and required us to visit a professional bra fitter experienced with the Skims line to recommend the best sizing for us.

Size: 30A-46H | Colors: 9 | Material: Polyamide, elastane | Padding: No

Best Supportive

Wacoal Basic Beauty T-Shirt Bra

View On Amazon $60 View On Nordstrom $46 View On Barenecessities.com

Our Ratings

• Fit
  5/5
• Support
  4.5/5
• Quality
  4/5
• Comfort
  4.5/5
• Adjustability
  3.5/5

If you’re tired of feeling minimally supported by bras, especially when you want something particularly comfortable to wear, we think you’ll love this comfortable bra from Wacoal. The full coverage piece came with a variety of details that made it very supportive for our girls, making it a great option for older women. The band is quite wide and hugs the ribcage securely before leading into rather thick straps. The underwire loops all the way around the breast, preventing any underboob from spilling out, while stitching on the middle portion of the band sat higher up and closer together than the average bra. It’s a lot of fabric, but all of it is surprisingly soft and comfortable – so much so that we had no issue wearing it on an eight-plus hour flight and back to Europe.

The cups, straps, and band are all made of the same material, namely polyester, nylon, and spandex, and feel silky around the whole body. During the entire duration of having this bra on, we were securely held in place by its soft touch, sans push up or thick padding. 

We were also surprised to find that it disappeared underneath a shirt. Despite the little bow at the middle of the chest, nothing showed from under our clothes. Truly, the only thing that bothered us was the little tag stitched into the band, which we promptly snipped off for more comfort.

Size: 32C-40G | Colors: 5 | Material: Nylon, polyester, spandex | Padding: No

Best T-Shirt

Lively The T-Shirt Bra

View On Wearlively.com $45

Our Ratings

• Fit
  3.9/5
• Support
  4.5/5
• Quality
  4.5/5
• Comfort
  4.5/5
• Adjustability
  4.9/5

T-shirt bras are intended to disappear under clothes, no matter how thin or form-fitting the top may be. The option from Lively, as we tested it, not only camouflaged under our shirts, but felt invisible on as well. The demi-cups feature a satiny smooth surface that allowed our tops to just glide right over them. The band portion is rather unique on this one, as it comes with a thicker elastic strap that hugs the body in a comfortable yet secure way in order to eliminate the dreaded experience of having the band climb up the back.

With a relatively sturdy padding, our nipples were barred from poking through them. Over on the back side, we noticed the lace straps to never cause any irritation or itchy sensation. Surprisingly enough, we couldn’t spot them from under our shirts either. We were elated to find the length adjusters at the front of the bra strap, rather than the back, which made adjusting for size a delightful breeze. And as an added bonus, we loved the additional option to clasp the middle part together to create a racerback. 

Now if only our bigger chests weren’t left spilling over the cups, this would have been one of the best bras for women, full stop. We suspect going up a cup size could make the bra fit like a glove, but we did not get the chance to reorder and size up to test this theory.

Size: 32A-38DDD | Colors: 6 | Material: Nylon, spandex | Padding: Yes

Best Underwire

Aerie Smoothez Unlined Bra

View On Ae.com $36

Our Ratings

• Fit
  4.8/5
• Support
  5/5
• Quality
  4.8/5
• Comfort
  4.9/5
• Adjustability
  4.7/5

We have to give it to whoever engineered this bra: it’s incredible. Light as air, soft as butter, and surprisingly supportive, the seamless bra felt like a combination of a traditional bra, a sports bra, and a bralette. The underwire sewn into the fabric is unlike any other we’ve tried on. It’s flexible, to start, moving with the body’s movement. And despite being very minimal – cupping just the underboob – its ability to remain flat against the ribs and keep the girls from falling down was splendid. It even passed our jumping and running test, holding our DDs back from bouncing too much.

Aside from that one underwire, however, the bra is seamless. There’s no caging around the sides and the fabric, with its 30 percent elastane, stretches beautifully over the skin. We wore this bra for over twelve hours at a time with high activity (running around Venice and Milan), and the bra maintained its comfort and contour around the body. We only noticed the first few signs of the fabric fraying around the straps after the first wash.

We loved the removable pads the most, though. When we wanted a little extra coverage, we had it, but we could easily achieve a little more freedom by simply removing them out from the bottom. Without them, the fabric is rather thin, so we could definitely see the nipples poking out if it got too cold. Nothing major on our small chests, but rather noticeable on our bigger ones.

Size: 32A-36DDD | Colors: 5 | Material: Nylon, elastane | Padding: Removable

Best Front Closure

Spanx Bra-llelujah! Wireless Bra

View On Nordstrom $68 View On Spanx View On Zappos $68

Our Ratings

• Fit
  4.5/5
• Support
  4.8/5
• Quality
  4.4/5
• Comfort
  4.5/5
• Adjustability
  4.9/5

Considering the easy access that front-closure bras provide us, we’re surprised they’re not the more popular form of bras. Because of the front clasp, this bra had a completely seamless back that gently smoothed out our skin. Both the straps and the band lay flat against our bodies and remained invisible under clothing. And while the straps are not adjustable in length, they are extra stretchy, and we never had a problem with them digging into our shoulders. We only wished they were slightly thinner, as the thickness made them somewhat difficult to pair with certain tops that have slimmer straps. On regular T-shirts, however, the smooth fabric was indetectable from underneath. 

There is a little bit of padding in the cups — it’s not enough to call it push-up but just enough to add a little support to the girls. On our bigger chests, the extra padding never bothered us the way it typically does because rather than making our chests look unbearably large, they molded and lifted them to look round and perky. 

Interestingly enough, we found the underwire slightly bothersome on our smaller chest. It felt almost too constrictive, digging into our chests and requiring us to adjust ourselves several times a day. As someone who typically refrains from wearing wired bras, it could simply be that we were no longer used to that sensation. Our larger chest never had an issue with the underwire, though.

Size: 32A-40DD | Colors: 8 | Material: Nylon, elastane | Padding: Yes

Best Wireless

True & Co. Adjustable Strap Bra

View On Amazon $49 View On Nordstrom $49 View On Bloomingdales $49

Our Ratings

• Fit
  4.6/5
• Support
  4.5/5
• Quality
  4.9/5
• Comfort
  4.9/5
• Adjustability
  4/5

Avoid the nuisance of having wires poking you left and right by opting for a wireless bra. And to our big-chested ladies, before you dismiss the concept of wireless bras completely, we’re here to tell you that this one impressed us. It functioned flawlessly as an everyday bra —going to work, running to the grocery store, or meeting friends, this kept our girls fully supported. 

We found that the coverage was just right for both our bigger and smaller chests. Never did we deal with any spillage or slippage. The bra also came with removable padding, and we appreciated that we could alter support levels by keeping them in or taking them out. We did notice that on loose v-neck shirts, the top dipped too low and would show the ends of the bra poking our from underneath. It wasn’t the best option for tops with minimal fabric, therefore

There aren’t any hook closures either, so we had to pull the bra on from over our heads. We therefore couldn’t adjust the band size around our ribcage either, which could be a problem for those with small backs but large breasts. But we could adjust the strap length around our shoulders. Overall, it fit quite comfortably, and on our smaller chests, we found this bra to work quite well as a sports bra, too, as we wore it straight to the gym one night after work.

Size: XS-3XL | Colors: 2 | Material: Nylon, elastane | Padding: Optional

Best for Large Breasts

Soma Intimates Perfect Coverage Bra

View On Soma.com

Our Ratings

• Fit
  4.8/5
• Support
  4.9/5
• Quality
  4.7/5
• Comfort
  4.8/5
• Adjustability
  4/5

Finding a supportive, functional bra that fits comfortably without looking like it came straight out of your grandmother’s closet is difficult —but not impossible. At a first glance, we knew we would love this full-coverage, non-push up bra from Soma. We didn’t notice any upper or side spillage, thanks to the full round cups and underwire. Fairly thick straps offered our chests a good lift as well, without making them look too full. 

The bra was also extremely comfortable. It uses the same uniform fabric across the cups, band, and straps, which glided next to the skin and never caused any irritation. It made it perfect for everyday wear, and we found ourselves reaching for this bra over any other in our dresser. Despite being quite a substantial bra, with maximum coverage and lots of fabric, it somehow managed to feel fairly light and easygoing on the body. We only noticed that after a wash, the fabric, particularly around the straps, began to pill ever so slightly. Perhaps avoiding the dryer and hanging it after the wash (or opting for hand washing) would combat this issue.

Size: 32B-42DDD | Colors: 9 | Material: Nylon, spandex | Padding: Yes

Best Material

Harper Wilde Base T-Shirt Bra

View On Nordstrom $25 View On Harperwilde.com

Our Ratings

• Fit
  4.5/5
• Support
  4.5/5
• Quality
  5/5
• Comfort
  2.5/5
• Adjustability
  4.4/5

We fell head-over-heels for the material of the Harper Wilde Base T-Shirt Bra. The microfiber fabric—a signature of Harper Wilde bras—felt both smooth and smoothing on our skin. The bra lay super flat on our bodies, thanks to the seamless design, and we’d go so far as to say it felt like a pillow for our chest—yup, we went there. Even though this bra is full-coverage, it didn’t feel frumpy or matronly, and you couldn’t see a hint of its outline through our clothes. The Base isn’t padded, but it is partially lined, which only added to the cozy feeling. Bonus points for the front-adjustable straps, which made it easier than ever to find the perfect fit (without contorting like a Cirque du Soleil acrobat).

Unfortunately, while the fabric got perfect marks across the board, we were less impressed by the back band and its hooks (picture us sitting this bra down at the kitchen table and saying “we’re not angry, we’re just disappointed). One of the rear hooks began painfully digging into our backs—to the point where we had to Uber home and change mid-day. We’re pretty sure it’s a product defect and not the standard for this otherwise comfortable bra, but we’d recommend giving this area a thorough inspection before snipping tags off.

Size: 32A-42DDD/F | Colors: 10 | Material: Nylon, elastane | Padding: No