Lightly lined underwire cups and side boning give the bra structure and promise plenty ... but two detachable strap options — a clear/transparent set, and a set in the same color as the bra.

The purpose of an underwire is to provide support ... The cups have a double layer of fabric, so the bra looks more opaque than sheer. But it’s still lightweight, because it’s made from ...

This, from the brand whose most famous bra, the Bombshell, became an American staple with the promise of adding no fewer than two cup sizes!

Reviewers love all the colorways and I am v into this sheer panel detail ... there's no hangin' over. This bra is not only the furthest thing from bulky but the underwire is essentially undetectable!

Finding comfortable, supportive bras for large breasts can be challenging, so we spent 350 hours testing a range of styles ...

Wacoal Women’s Underwire Sport Bra The Wacoal Women ... cups are adorned with smooth lace and feature a sheer mesh lining, giving the bra a feminine and attractive appearance.

It fits perfectly and feels as secure as a traditional underwire bra. I’ll definitely be buying ... wearing a cute little lacy number under a sheer shirt, and other days I feel like minimizing ...

Few items of clothing are more entwined with the evolution of fashion and the cultural status of women than the bra.

What matters most with any bra is that it fits properly, but this is especially important with underwired styles. If the bra is too small, then the wires can press into the breast tissue ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Jeryl Brunner covers theater, entertainment and lifestyle stories. It is said that the bra industry is worth an estimated $27.8 billion and ...

Well, it all starts with undergarments. Whether you like a comfy bralette, an underwire bra with soft cups or something in between, there's a bra for everyone. The trick, of course, is finding it.

Shortly after, in 1893, Marie Tucek arguably invented the precursor to the underwire bra, when she received a ... According to sources, Jacob had purchased a sheer gown for a debutante ball ...