Neckline finder

What to wear under any neckline

A backless dress, a halter and a deep V each need something different, and what works at a B cup often does not at a D. Tell us the outfit and your cup size and we'll tell you what actually holds, including where it stops holding.

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Before you decide

What people ask about backless and strapless

What bra do you wear with a backless dress?

One that holds on skin rather than on a band. Up to a C cup an adhesive stick-on bra is the easiest answer, because you place the cups and there is nothing at the back at all. From a D cup up, tape holds better than an adhesive cup does, because you can build the lift where you want it instead of asking one piece of silicone to carry the weight.

Does boob tape work for a D cup?

Yes, and above a D it usually works better than an adhesive bra. Tape spreads the load across a wider area of skin and lets you set the height yourself. It takes about ten minutes and some practice, so do a test run before the event rather than on the day.

What can I wear under a halter neck top?

A halter leaves the back and the shoulders open, so anything with a band or a strap shows from behind. An adhesive stick-on bra covers it up to a C cup. Past that, tape gives you a cleaner line under the front of the neckline.

Will an adhesive bra stay on all night?

On clean, dry skin with no lotion or oil, yes, for an evening. Heat and sweat are what loosen it, so if you will be dancing or somewhere warm, a breathable fabric uplift or tape holds better than silicone. Whatever you choose, patch test it the day before rather than an hour before.

What do I wear under a sheer or white top?

Adhesive nipple covers, and usually nothing else. Coverage is the actual problem with thin fabric, and any bra seam or cup edge will read through it. If you want lift as well, wear the covers with tape rather than reaching for a bra.

What bra works under a deep back saree blouse?

The same things that work under a backless dress, chosen for the length of the day. A blouse cut low at the back gives a band nothing to sit on, so an adhesive bra or tape is the way. A saree is often twelve hours, so if it is a summer function, pick the sweat proof fabric uplift over silicone.