If you think you can't get the support you need from a strapless bra, consider this: The band provides the vast majority of support, with the straps and cups enhancing the band's action--and the straps ensuring that the cups stay close to the body. Which means that women's strapless bras have the power to support you, no matter your size. The key is simply finding the right fit.

Whether you love a strapless push-up bra, a dramatic strapless plunge bra, or a casual bandeau bra, it should fit snugly--and may feel tighter than your usual size in a classic style. Start with a strapless bra in your typical size for maximum support, then size up, if necessary, for comfort. After finding the right sized band, check to make sure the cups fit smoothly against your skin, that your strapless bra has silicone elastic along the cup edge and back for a no-slip grip, there's boning or support on the band to help the bra maintain its structure, and that there are plenty of hooks so you can adjust your strapless bra for a supportive, comfortable fit.

If strapless, backless bras are on your list, snug bands are obviously moot. Instead, you'll have to look for the proper cup size and adhesive. By using a combination of the two, these types of strapless bras can provide coverage and a variety of support--from minimal to full push-up. And though you might expect a strapless, backless bra to work with any look, beware. Just like other women's strapless bras, backless versions come in a range of cuts, including full-coverage options and plunge styles, so if you're shopping for a specific silhouette, look for a bra that matches it.

From Simone Perele bras to designs by Dita Von Teese, Calvin Klein bras to the latest SPANX bras, with stylish, supportive options for every body, our collection of women's bras makes it easy to create a chic foundation for any look.

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Caresse 3D Plunge Lace Underwire Bra

Pure Luxe Full Fit Contour Bra