Summertime? Go strapless . . .

Sticking with the summer theme, I wanted to address the strapless bra for the full bust. We've gotten several questions on this issue. A strapless bra is sometimes cooler for the hot summer months, but can also open up one's wardrobe options. A halter neck top, cut-in shoulder tank, or strapless dress all become possibilities for the well endowed girl with the right strapless bra.

It seems that most strapless bras are now molded and convertible. A molded bra has a thin layer of foam giving the cup shape (and nipple coverage), and a convertible bra has straps that can be used in a myriad of ways, as well as not being required.

This bra has a nice smooth satin fabric on the outside of the cups. Panache lingerie makes a seamed and non-molded strapless bra, part of their Confetti collection. They also have a more plunge style strapless bra based on their best selling Procelain Oasis t-shirt bra. We fit our broader chested clients in Panache, and remember, one can be broad chested and still have a narrow back band.

Our standard go-to for clients is the Fantasie 4530, pictured below in black. Fantasie's Ava cut also looks to be a strong candidate, but I have yet to fit a real body in it.

If you have a favorite strapless bra that is not listed here, please share it with us in the comments. We encourage you to embrace your endowment as a blessing and not a curse. And remember, please contact Bratique Helene if you have any questions about the best bras, swim & clothing for your body.

Solutions Strapless Bra

Fully convertible to strapless - Clear center gore, 2 strips for A, B, and C cups - Clear center gore, 3 strips for D cup and above - Seamlessly constructed of stretch microfiber - Padded, underwire cups - 2 sets of adjustable straps, one set is clear - A, B, C cups- 3 column, 2 row hook and eye back closure - D and above- 3 column, 4 row hook and eye back closure
Donna Karan Intimates: Solutions Strapless Bra
Content: Body:
80% Tactel® Nylon, 20% Spandex. Cup Lining: 100% Polyester.
Country of Origin: Made in China

New Roses Padded Strapless Bra

Convertible to criss-cross, halter and strapless - Constructed of stretch microfiber - Contour cups for shaping and support - Floral appliqué detail - Stretch foam lined cups for a subtly enhanced shape - Stylized, double front straps - Malizia logo printed on straps - Stay-put silicone trim
Back adjustable, stretch straps - Chic, sophisticated and truly luxurious - 4 column, 2 row hook and eye back closure
Malizia: New Roses Padded Strapless Bra
Content:
Body: 50% Nylon, 30% Polyester, 15% Cotton, 5% Elastane.
Country of Origin: Made in Italy

Senso Strapless Bra

Fully convertible to strapless - Seamlessly constructed of stretch microfiber - Graduated padding for natural-looking enhancement - Partially convertible to criss-cross and halter - Stretch, adjustable straps - 4 column, 2 row hook and eye back closure
Chantelle: Senso Strapless Bra
Content: 83% Nylon, 17% Elastane.
Country of Origin: Made in France