Women’secret
Bra types: the definitive guide
Are you someone who has an all-time favourite, or do you like to switch it up depending on the occasion? We've been bra experts for over 30 years, so whichever team you're on, you'll discover designs to suit any plan or body shape.
Which one will you go for?
SPORTS BRA
SPORTS BRA
When you're training you need the right support. Find bras and crop tops designed with high resistance in mind.
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STRAPLESS BRA
STRAPLESS BRA
With reinforced sides and an underband, these designs shape and support – without the need for straps.
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BACKLESS BRA
BACKLESS BRA
Perfect for showing off your backless dresses. Featuring invisible or strategically placed straps.
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NON-WIRED BRA
NON-WIRED BRA
Featuring inner reinforcements to offer non-wired support. They're so comfy, it's like you're wearing nothing at all.
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MINIMISER BRA
MINIMISER BRA
Specially designed for fuller busts, with XL cups, wider reinforced straps and more comfortable clasps.
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BRALETTES
BRALETTES
Delicate designs with lace, detailing and a range of colours, they're perfect for keeping on show.
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PUSH-UP BRA
PUSH-UP BRA
The bestseller that never goes out of style. Go up to one size larger and show off that cleavage.
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INVISIBLE BRA
INVISIBLE BRA
Featuring seamless finishes and ultra-fine, super-soft microfibre fabrics, you'll hardly notice you're wearing them.
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LARGE SIZE
LARGE SIZE
Bras specially designed for comfort and support, available from D cup.
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MULTIWAY
MULTIWAY
Bras with straps you can adjust to suit the look you want.
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NURSING
NURSING
Designed with the needs of breastfeeding mums in mind: with convenient clasps.
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POST-OPERATIVE
POST-OPERATIVE
Made with soft fabrics, without underwires or internal seams. Perfect to wear after procedures such as mastectomies or breast augmentations or reductions.
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