What is a bandeau bra?
If you don’t know, a bandeau bra is a type of bra that consists of a band of elastic material worn around a woman’s chest. It is much like a tube top in that it often does not have hooks at the back to close it. Instead, simply pull it over your head and let it rest on the stretchy material to hold your bra. However, many of these bras come with straps to put on if you need more support. It’s also common for a strapless bandeau bra to have additional support features, such as molded cups and underwire.
What can I use it for?
- Wear a colorful or lively pattern under a sheer blouse or top for a sexy but not indecent look.
- Wear a seamless bandeau bra for comfort, under a shirt at work or at home, for maximum comfort.
- Wear a lace bandeau bra under a black shirt, with a couple of top buttons undone.
- Wear a bikini type of top to the beach and get a tan where you normally get tan lines by wearing strappy tops and dresses.
- Wear it under a strapless dress!
But I have big breasts!
You can still enjoy the benefits of this type of bra, although you may need to wear it with straps or get an underwire model, or both. One of the advantages of choosing a model without underwires is the comfort it gives you. I would go for a non-wired model, and simply wear it with shoulder straps. Think of it like the bra you wear to relax.
What are good brands to look for?
Some of the brands that have bracelets in their lines are Maidenform, Fashion Form and Braza. All of these have models in understated colors, like black and white, good for when you want your bra to be less obvious. A very nice one is the Long Tube Bra from Fashion Form, as it covers more of the upper torso. A great option for when you want to be visible, but not overly flirty. Braza’s Wild Card model comes in a wider range of colors, so if you’re looking for something a little more outgoing, chances are Braza has it.
I feel that every woman should try on a bandeau bra at some point – it has a special feel and look that you may have missed without even knowing it.
