Up until very recently, I had subscribed to the belief that strapless bras (as well-intended as they may be) were nothing more than a wardrobe nuisance designed to fit a very small portion of the population - and little to no one else. Having a larger bust, I always ran into the same problem with strapless intimates; the styles were either too loose and unsupportive (often requiring me to pull them up on my own and readjust my outfit as needed) or too constricting and uncomfortable - to the point where I'd struggle with pinched skin and moving my upper body. Despite all my best shopping efforts, I simply could never find the right fit and often resorted to avoiding the style at all costs. Tube tops, sleeveless dresses, and open-back bodysuits were very intentionally omitted from my closet for the longest time, and it wasn't until I was introduced to the Wacoal Red Carpet Strapless Bra ($76) that I finally started to become a believer in the strapless-bra craze (at long last!).
Wacoal was kind enough to invite me to the Dominican Republic to visit the brand's production factory and see firsthand what goes into making its wide array of intimates - including the Red Carpet Strapless, which is hailed as being the bestselling strapless bra in the United States (and one of the best in the entire world). Similar to all of Wacoal's product inventory, the brand infuses a particular thoughtfulness into the design of its Red Carpet Strapless - with cushioned foam cups, silicone strips, and an ultra-soft lining that's designed to fit comfortably and beautifully on a wide range of body sizes, regardless of your breast shape or cup size.
During my trip, I had the opportunity to test out a lot of Wacoal bras, and while all were supremely comfortable, I found myself always going back to the Red Carpet Strapless. Even upon returning from the DR, the style quickly evolved into my go-to everyday bra, and it's helped to expand my closet for the better - yes, tube tops have officially been reintroduced into the mix (as seen in the below photo). Keep reading for the full product details and to see why I've been recommending this bra to everyone in my life - even going so far as to call it the most comfortable style in my entire intimates drawer.
What I Like About the Wacoal Red Carpet Strapless Bra
I've always thought of strapless bras as functional pieces that are designed to serve a purpose, rather than comfortable ones you'd actually be excited to wear. They're the intimate you reach for come wedding season or when you're attending a formal event with a skin-baring style in mind - and try to avoid at all costs otherwise. I never assumed a strapless bra could double as an everyday bra, but this strapless piece from Wacoal has proven to be the exception in every way.
First of all, I love that Wacoal offers personalized sizing sessions that are designed to help shoppers find their perfect fit; my own virtual fitting made me realize I had actually been wearing the wrong bra size for years (according to the fitting expert who assisted me, most people actually are) and helped to remedy it by suggesting the best sizes and styles for me to try from Wacoal's product inventory. Based on my measurements, we determined that the 32D was the perfect option for me, and my closet (and everyday comfort level) has seriously evolved for the better as a result.
Beyond the one-on-one sizing sessions, there's so much to love about the bra itself. From the flattering foam cups and cushioned bottom band, which provides an extra layer of support, to the silicone strip lining, which helps to keep the style in place and prevents it from slipping down (even during the hottest days when you might feel sweat-prone and sticky), the strapless bra ticks every single box with regard to functionality, and it's supremely comfortable, too. For context: this Wacoal bra feels so lightweight and supportive while on, it's literally replaced every other traditional bra in my intimates drawer. And best of all, when I'm in need of a bra with straps, I can simply reattach the style's convertible straps and adjust them as needed to find my perfect fit.
What's Worth Noting
Wacoal follows a more personalized sizing guide to ensure every shopper can find their perfect fit. As a result, I'd recommend taking advantage of Wacoal's online sizing resources before shopping one of its styles, rather than relying on your own presumed bra size. As detailed above, I did a virtual consultation with one of the brand's "fit experts" to determine my measurements and discovered that I had been wearing the wrong bra size all along. By doing a virtual sizing session or measuring yourself and relying on Wacoal's mybraFit guide to provide style recommendations, you can ensure your measurements align with your bra size and even get tailored recommendations to make the experience that much more seamless.
Who Is This Wacoal Red Carpet Strapless Bra Best For?
If you (like me) have long struggled to find a strapless bra that's supportive yet still comfortable, this Wacoal style is the ultimate investment piece that's designed to work for a variety of cup sizes and breast shapes. The bra's molded underwire cups contour to the body in the most natural way, providing a fit that's both flattering and functional, so you won't have to worry about bulging or spilling out of the style. I appreciate that unlike other strapless bras, this piece suctions seamlessly to the skin (I never have to worry about it slipping down or feeling too loose) and even provides a subtle lift for my breasts. Best of all, the convertible bra is incredibly versatile, so it's like having an all-in-one product in your intimates drawer. Thanks to its detachable straps, you can wear the style as a strapless bra one night and adjust it to fit like a traditional bra the next. Whether you are wearing it with a strapless dress; want to achieve a more polished, crease-free look; or are simply exhausted by the uncomfortable nature of classic bra silhouettes, this Wacoal piece is the perfect solution for it all.
Additional Details
- This Wacoal bra is available to shop in a variety of sizes, including band sizes ranging from 30 to 44 and cup sizes ranging from B to H.
- The style also comes in several different colorways, including roebuck (my shade of choice), sand, and black.
- While this bra is hailed as being one of the best strapless styles, it also comes with detachable straps that can be removed altogether or adjusted to create halter, crisscross, traditional, and one-shoulder styles.
- Unlike other strapless bras, this piece features a silicone strip lining along the cups, as well as at the top and bottom edges of the bra's band. The medical-grade material is designed to provide an extra grip support, which helps to keep the bra in place and prevents it from sliding down.
- According to the brand, the bra is recommended for those with round, shallow, pendulous, uneven, or top/full bottom breast shapes.
Where Can I Buy the Wacoal Red Carpet Strapless Bra?
This bestselling strapless bra is available to shop at Wacoal ($76), Amazon, and Nordstrom ($50, originally $76).
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