Choosing the right bra is the essential first step in styling that backless dress or low neckline top that has been collecting dust in the back of your closet.
An eye-catching, low-cut dress that fits just right can make or break your next night out. Either you’ll feel endlessly confident and ready to conquer the dance floor, or you’ll be double over in embarrassment trying to wrangle your cleavage back into your outfit.
If you’ve already purchased a sultry, plunging dress and can’t turn back now, take a look at the best bras for low-cut dresses so you can feel confident, supported, and secure.
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What Style of Bras to Wear for Low-Cut Dresses?
Plunge Bras
Plunge bras offer great support and lift, which is necessary for dresses that intend to show off your assets. Molded cups and a deep, curved plunge help define your shape and add a layer of protection against flimsy, transparent fabric. Adjustable straps make it easier for you to customize the fit of your bra so that it fits perfectly without digging into your shoulders or slipping off throughout the day.
Adhesive Bras
Adhesive bras are a great option for low-cut dresses. They’re lightweight and comfortable, with no straps or wires to worry about. Plus, they offer full coverage in the front without zero need for any fabric in the back, so you can feel confident wearing any style! Adhesive bras work well for events with tailored outfits that don’t offer much stretch, as they don’t take up much room under the dress. Fans of strapless dresses should always maintain a healthy collection of adhesive bras, as they eliminate the presence of unsightly bra straps or uncomfortable underwires.
Adhesive bras have been around since the early ’90s but have recently seen a resurgence in popularity-and for good reason: they’re simple to use, easy on your wallet (since there’s no need to buy new ones every time you wear one), and they look natural under even the most revealing outfits.
Convertible Bras
If you’re looking for a bra that will give you support and comfort, but also allow for easy adjustment as the night goes on, a convertible bra is the way to go. They have adjustable straps so that they can be worn in different ways depending on what style of dress or top you’re wearing. Some convertibles even come with removable padding for extra coverage if needed!
Convertible bras are also great because their low-cut design makes them ideal for showing off some skin without sacrificing support behind closed doors (or in front of your friends).
Balconette Bras
Balconette bras are great for low-cut dresses because they are designed to provide maximum lift and support without being too visible under clothing. They have wide-set straps and a low, square-neck design that allows you to wear them with a variety of outfits, including low-cut dresses. The cups of the balconette bra are cut in a way that creates a horizontal line across the top of the breast, which makes it easier to wear low-cut tops without having your bra peek out.
Additionally, balconette bras typically have padding or underwire to help lift and shape the breasts, which can be especially helpful for those with smaller busts or those who want to enhance their cleavage. These bras are a great option for anyone looking for a supportive bra that will work well with low-cut dresses without sacrificing style.
Best Supportive Bras for Low-Cut Dresses
Fleur du Mal Luxe Plunge Bra
Supportive bras shouldn’t feel hard or rough to the touch. The best bra melts into your skin and accentuates your features, not restraining and suffocating them.
The Fleur du Mal Luxe Plunge Bra offers a delicate, feminine design crafted from touchable silk. This lightweight bra has a wide plunge and adjustable straps that help provide lift and support, creating your ideal silhouette.
Fleur du Mal is the perfect brand for those who want to make purchasing their intimates feel like a luxury experience every time.
The best part about this bra is that you are not loosing out on any support, it has straps, full closure in the back. But you can rock it under plunge neckline dresses.
- Sizes Available: 32B - 36D
Skims Fits Everybody Plunge Bra
Skims knows how important it is to have that one bra you use for every event and occasion. The trusty one you pack to the airport, the only one that will work when dinner inevitably turns to drinks.
The Skims Fits Everybody Plunge Bra is wireless and seamless, giving you all-day comfort without sacrificing style or support.
The scoop neckline creates space for your breasts to breathe, while also keeping them perky under your low-cut dress.
This bra comes with a specialized technology backed by the minimal Skims aesthetic, giving you a customized feel and look that works for day, night, and everything in between.
- Sizes Available: 30A - 46H
Savage x Fenty Core Microfiber Balconette Bra
The Savage x Fenty Core Microfiber Balconette Bra is definitely something we can see Rihanna wearing, and we’d be foolish not to trust in her judgment. S
Savage x Fenty formulated a special, V inverted cradle design to add some extra oomph to this bra. This bra is amazing for dresses with a low, corset top, as it really exaggerates the cleavage for an ultra-dramatic look.
The scoop neckline and fully lines balconette bra is perfect for you if you like more coverage but you still want to wear a low cut dress. This will actually be a great bra for deep square neck tops and dresses.
- Sizes Available: 30B - 46DDD
Cosabella Soire Confidence Demi Bra
The Cosabella Soire Confidence Demi Bra is a lightly padded bra with adjustable straps that works well for women of all bust sizes. The Soire mesh finish gives a glossy, bare look to the bra, making it seem revealing while being full coverage.
This bra is elegant and understated, providing structure to your low-cut dress without making it seem stiff or bulky.
If you have wider shoulders like mine, this bra will be great for you. The straps sit wider on your shoulders, so you can wear deep square neck tops.
And with light padding and lift it will still feel like your everyday bra.
- Sizes Available: 32B - 36D
Maidenform Love the Lift Push-Up Plunge Bra
If you’re looking for a simple yet supportive bra that will give you the most lift, then Maidenform has the bra for you. The Love the Lift Push-Up Plunge Bra features underwire cups with push-up padding and a low-cut design.
The dual straps in the from of the bra provides double support. Created with Wonderbra, this push-up bra enhances the natural appearance of your cleavage, making it a versatile garment fit for almost any outfit.
If you are smaller chested and want some added lift, this is the perfect bra to wear with your low neckline outfit.
It will give you confidence to rock the look.
- Sizes Available: 32B - 38D
Calvin Klein Constant Demi Bra
The Calvin Klein Constant Demi Bra is a stylish and supportive bra that is perfect for low-cut dresses. It is made from a combination of nylon and elastane, which makes it both soft and stretchy.
The fit of the Calvin Klein Constant Demi Bra works for any body type. It has underwire cups that provide lift and support, while the demi design creates a low-cut look that is perfect for dresses with a deep neckline.
One of the best parts about the Calvin Klein Constant Demi Bra is that it is practically invisible under clothing. The deep-cut design of the bra means that it won’t show under low-cut or plunging dresses, while the smooth fabric ensures that there are no visible lines or bumps.
- Sizes Available: 30C - 40D
Bare Necessities Full Figure U Plunge Bra
A detail we love about the the Bare Necessities Full Figure U Plunge Bra is that it is specifically designed for women with full figures.
The bra provides ample support and lift to the bust, even for those with larger cup sizes.
The U-shaped plunge design with hidden wire also helps to enhance cleavage, making it a great choice for women who want to show off some skin.
The straps are removable and adjustable, giving you the opportunity to wear a revealing halter dress or a flirty strapless number at your leisure.
A nylon and spandex blend, this bra is stretchy and durable, making it a reliable fit for women with large busts who have trouble finding a good adjustable bra.
This bra is so versatile and it will come in handy for you if you love wearing risqué outfits.
- Sizes Available: 2 - 15
La Perla Midnight Botanica Bandeau Bra
The Midnight Botanica Bandeau Bra by La Perla is a lovely luxury option for low-cut dresses with it’s ultra-soft, durable cotton blend and bandeau convertibility.
La Perla is definitely on the expensive side, but this bra serves as the perfect addition to your inventory of vacation must-haves.
You’ll feel timeless and elegant in your next strapless ensemble with this bra, which features a deep, U-shaped plunge and removable straps.
The lace details looks chic and adds a little more coverage, but I love that it is lined and has straps that gives you complete support.
- Sizes Available: 32B - 40B
CUUP The Balconette Bra
Open necklines are no match for this mesh bra by CUUP. This balconette bra is perfect for low-cut dresses and is especially flattering on square-neck dresses, as it flatters the chest area and creates a flawless shape.
The lightweight underwire cups and adjustable straps help this bra fit perfectly, freeing you from pesky digging and poking.
The Balconette Bra comes in 53 sizes, so everyone can find their perfect fit!
But don’t you worry if you have a fuller chest because this bra goes up to cup size of H. So, everyone is covered.
- Sizes Available: 30A - 44H
Soma Lace Plunge Bra
The Soma Lace Plunge bra is made for the modern everyday woman. With a blend of elegance and function. The lace front looks chic and elevated, but the padded cups add support and perfect coverage.
The plunge neckline is just perfect for wearing under deep V neck tops and dresses. But you won’t have to worry about a spill over because the straps are sturdy enough to give you ample support.
This bra also comes in a fun red color that looks so chic.
This bra is one of my favorite ones and I buy it on repeat.
- Sizes Available: 32A - 40DDD
Natori Contour Plunge Lace-Trim Bra
Natori is one of my favorite and the most long lasting bras. I have been wearing their bras for years and they are really high quality and last wash after wash.
So, they are worth the money. The Contour Plunge Lace Trim Bra is just perfectly made to give you coverage support and the clear v neckline with a deep cut top of dress.
This bra has thick and distant straps for broad shoulders and the lace trim makes it more chic and elevated.
The chest straps do not get loose over time like other bras. I honestly don’t know how these are made that well. And comes in sizes upto DD cups.
- Sizes Available: 30A - 38DD
