My general solution for this has involved what I call “anti-bras,” which are essentially incredibly basic, stretchy bralettes with no clasps or wires or lace or other itchy things that make me want to scream. They’re so unremarkable that you’ll forget you have them on — which, for me, is exactly the goal.
While I have a pretty solid rotation of anti-bras, I’m always interested in trying new comfortable, fuss-free options. So when the internet’s favorite sock company, Bombaslaunched a ribbed seamless braletteI knew I needed to try it. And I’m glad I did.
To me, the real selling point of this bralette is how inoffensive and easy it is. With no scratchy parts, pads, or clipsyou can pull it over your head and be set. You don’t need to fuss with four rows of tiny clasps or extra straps, and to me, at least, it feels really nice on the skin. For context, I exclusively wear 100% cotton shirts and sweatshirts, and I need to take tags out of all my clothing because I am so sensitive to itchy and irritating materials. I know this bralette is good because I don’t spend my whole day waiting to take it off.
Also, when a beloved family member was dealing with shingles on her chest and struggling to find a comfortable bra, I sent her one of these — and she said it was one of the only bras she would wear that didn’t feel more irritating or painful.
Just to be clear, this is not a sports bra or a heavy-duty supportive bra. Like most bralettes, this baby is thin and stretchy and has no underwire. I don’t know my current measurements, but let me tell you I have a large chest (like, over DD large). I wouldn’t (and don’t) wear this while doing cardio or yoga, and I’d most likely be flopping all over if I did.
However, when doing errands, traveling, walking around the city, or joining video calls, this covers my nips, keeps me from getting too much underboob sweat or heat rashes, and generally keeps me sucked in and supported without suffocating me or digging into my shoulders or sides.
