There's quite possibly nothing more frustrating than finding that perfect dress or top and realizing you don't have the proper bra to wear underneath. When it comes to today's backless, strapless, and skin-baring strappy and cutout silhouettes, your go-to T-shirt bra—and even your trusty strapless bra—just won't do. Thankfully, there's a nifty little invention that's here to save you from any impending wardrobe malfunctions: the adhesive bra.
Adhesive bras are just what they sound like. They are bras sans backs and straps equipped with a stick-on backing, sometimes throughout the cup and other times on specially designed wings and tabs. They'll hoist you up, keep things nicely in place, and even help boost your cleavage and enhance your natural shape—all while remaining super discreet and invisible. And when you're more concerned with coverage than support, there are nipple-covering adhesives and customizable breast-tape options to choose from as well.
Not all stick-on bras are created equal, so we scoured our favorite sites for the very best bras, from lifting underwire-foam styles to shaping silicone stickies. Keep scrolling for the 19 best adhesive bras out there, and never worry about a nip slip ever again.
1. Nubra Seamless Bra
Editor's review: NuBra is a top choice for backless, strapless adhesive bras. Available in cup sizes A through E, this sleek stick-on bra creates a seamless silhouette that's perfect for lifting and shaping underneath whatever you're wearing.
2. Gatherall Bra
Editor's review: The Gatherall Bra does it all. It's strapless, backless, wireless, washable, reusable, and flexible.
3. Intimissimi Stick-On Bandeau Plunge Bra
Editor's review: Are you worried about your bra peeking out of a low-cut top? Reach for a plunging style like this one from Intimissimi.
4. BrassyBra Adhesive Bra
Editor's review: When you want to go totally braless without, well, going braless, these nifty second-skin cups will do the trick. Water- and sweat-resistant, their winged shape provides great lift.
5. The Natural Silicone Adhesive Bra
Editor's review: As the name suggests, this silicone adhesive bra looks and feels totally natural. It provides great lift and support and enhances cleavage.
6. Pink Backless Bra
Editor's review: Made with an adhesive silicone that remains sticky for up to 25 wears, this lightly lined soft-cup bra is key for all your backless, strapless, and low-cut looks.
7. Savage x Fenty Xtra Stay Adhesive Bra
Editor's review: This adhesive bra is totally seamless and can be washed and reused.
8. Gatherall Reusable Silicone Bra
Editor's review: This flexible bra has tapered edges for seamless wear.
9. Nood Shape Up Reusable Adhesive Bra
Ideal for smaller busts, this stick-on bra features a bandeau design that's great for enhancing cleavage.
10. Amazon Niidor Adhesive Bra Strapless
This quintessential adhesive bra is ranked Amazon's number one seller. The people have spoken.
11. Magic Bodyfashion Silicone Lift Covers
Editor's review: These ultra-lightweight stick-on silicone cups help to refine your shape while providing the coverage you need.
12. Braza Bra Deep Plunge Adhesive Bra
Editor's review: Here's another great plunge option.
13. The Natural Lace Up Adhesive Bra
Editor's review: For light support, this soft and lightweight bra is a must—it features comfortable foam cups and a front closure to enhance cleavage and lift.
14. Fashion Forms Voluptuous Silicone Lift Adhesive Bra
Made for larger busts, these silicone cups have a lifting strap that reaches up to your shoulder for extra support.
15. Bristols 6 Nippies Skin Tabs
Editor's review: For an easy, affordable, and one-wear option, use these adhesive nipple covers.
16. Amazon Karielsen Adhesive Bras
Editor's review: This best seller from Amazon is not only wallet-friendly, but it also features nipple covers.
17. Booby Tape
Editor's review: Breast tape is always a great option for BYOB (err, building your own bra). It allows for fully customizable support and coverage, no matter how complicated your top is.
18. Gooseberry Intimates Nipple Covers
Editor's review: When you don't need much in the support department, these silicone nipple covers work wonders.
19. Amazon IssTry Nipple Covers
This three-piece set give you everything you need; the larger nipple covers also boast an adhesive tab for a subtle lifting effect.
20. H&M Self-Adhesive Push-Up Bra
Reviewers love this adhesive bra.
This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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