Bra Angelica is in the wardrobe of almost every woman. It is difficult to overestimate the advantages of this accessory. It perfectly emphasizes the chest and can be combined with blouses with a V-neck, as well as low-cut dresses. Even if nature has deprived you of a beautiful breast shape, this is not a problem with Angelica's bra. In it you will feel like the queen of the ball and attract many admiring male glances.
Angelica bra features
The model has a number of features that make it unlike all other bra options:
- Bra Angelica is made in such a way as to represent the bust as advantageously as possible. The main support of the chest is carried out from below with the help of bones, which allows you to lift it, make it more magnificent and form a seductive hollow that catches the eye;
- Cups expose part of the chest in the décolleté area. Depending on the outfit with which you are going to wear a bra, you can choose a model with different degrees of decolletage. The design of the cups can be made in various styles. Usually they are in the form of a "balconette", sometimes - "corbeil" or "bracer";
- Perhaps the main feature of "Angelica" is the straps. They are spaced as wide as possible, which allows you to wear the accessory under dresses with an open back. If necessary, the straps can be removed, which is an undoubted advantage of the model, because sometimes even silicone straps are out of place.
For the manufacture of a bra, various materials can be used - the main thing is that the fabric has a high density. Quite often, Angelica is made from stretch. Such models are very comfortable and perfect for tight clothes, as they have practically no seams.
There is an opinion that the Angelica bra is only suitable for small or medium breasts. However, women with a large bust can also wear this model if there is a silicone strip along the edge of the cup. Its presence will prevent the bra from slipping.
The history of the Angelica bra
The first ancestor of "Angelica" was captured in a painting painted by an unknown artist in 1866. It depicts young Egyptian women dancing for Caesar. Despite the fact that the supporting underwear in Egypt was somewhat different and covered only the lower part of the chest, it still had some similarities with the modern model of "Angelica".
In 1938, the Balconette model was developed in the USA, which also became the prototype of the Angelica. True, she was also far from modern bras. "Angelica" with bones, which caused a sensation in the lingerie market, appeared in the 60s of the last century. But then the new model did not receive recognition, due to the flaring feminism. Militant feminists declared the bra their main enemy, and its production began to decline. 1968 marked itself "the year of the burnt bras". In front of the building where the Miss America pageant was held, feminists lit a fire, and not only bras were used, but also garters, high heels, hairpins and other female accessories that, in their opinion, kept women in bondage.
The general madness ended only in the 80s. Then the Angelica bra began to gain its popularity. Finally, designers have a chance to focus on different textures and colors. Exclusive lace patterns are developed for models. Each lingerie collection was presented in a certain range.
In the 80s, "Angelica" appeared in the Soviet Union. Women, accustomed to rough-cut bras made of stiff cotton fabric, crowded for days in lines to buy a bra that won them over with lace and underwire. The clasp was not on the back, but on the front. Basically, the model was delivered from Poland.
Now all these troubles are over, and the modern woman does not lack the number of bra models offered by manufacturers. However, "Angelica" is popular to this day.
Angelica bra brands
There are quite a few brands specializing in the manufacture of Angelica bras. Here are some of them:
- Charmante is an Italian brand. The Angelica bra of this brand is the embodiment of sexuality and showiness. Products are made using various handmade elements, lace and satin;
- Dimanche Lingerie is also a brand from hot Italy. Despite its relatively young age, the company has won the hearts of ladies from all over the world. Bras from Dimanche Lingerie are famous for their unique design and excellent quality. For production, fabrics such as elastic cotton and silk are used;
- Kris Line is a Polish brand. Offers comfortable, high-quality and seductive lingerie, decorated with tulle, embroidery or lace;
- Chantelle is lingerie from France. It's redundant to continue. This is nobility, sophistication, elegance and sophistication in one bottle.
The list of brands that make bras is endless. Each of them has its own characteristics that are close to the heart of a particular lady. Having once bought a product of “your” brand, you will immediately understand this. So try, dare, experiment!
Benefits of Angelica Bra
Summarizing the above, we highlight the main advantages that Angelica's bra has:
- This accessory can be worn with outfits that have a very open neckline and back;
- If necessary, "Angelica" can be worn without straps;
- Due to the lower support, the bust visually increases, becomes lush and attractive;
- The model is suitable for any breast size. For a larger bust, choose a bra with a silicone band around the edges of the cups.
Perhaps the main advantage of the Angelica bra is the confidence that it can give a woman. This is especially true for women with small breasts, who often have complexes about this. This seemingly worthless little thing is able to raise self-esteem, turn the eyes of everyone around on its owner and make her brilliant and magnificent.
The popular bra got its name thanks to the sensational movie of the 60s "Angelica - Marquise of Angels", in which the charming Michel Mercier played. Her neckline attracted remarkable attention, it is not surprising that this form of cutout of the dress, and, accordingly, the bra, fell in love with millions.
Many people call the angelica bra "balconette" because of the similarity of the cut of the models. But in fact, the balconette is one of the variations of angelica. Depending on the design of the cups, which can be made in different styles, experts in the field of lingerie fashion distinguish three more forms of angelica: "corbeil", "bracer" and semi-grace. But if we really delve into this topic, it should be noted that there are much more styles of Angelica. Let's look at the four main ones.
Balconet
This term comes from the word balconnet, which in French means a small balcony, the enclosing grille of which traditionally has a rounded convex shape. A distinctive feature of this bra is a straight neckline. This model is very sexy and sensual, because the upper half of the chest remains naked.
Corbeil
This style of bra also exposes part of the chest, but unlike the balconette, the neckline is not straight, but goes diagonally in each of the two cups. Another important feature - the size of the upper part of the cup is much smaller than the bottom. In some models, the upper part may be almost completely absent, which allows you to support the chest from below and on the sides, leaving it bare, which is especially convenient if the dress or blouse has a very deep neckline. In addition, this lingerie looks incredibly erotic, it is suitable for special occasions.
bracière
This type of angelica differs from the previous two by a wide bridge that connects the cups. Despite the fact that the upper part opens the chest as much as possible, which is suitable for deep necklines, the nipples are still covered. Outwardly, such a bra gives the impression that it is somewhat small and the chest seems to fall out of it. Trust me, that's how it was meant to be. It is impossible to say that the chest is securely fixed, but it is definitely raised and has an attractive rounded shape.
You need to choose a bracer carefully - trust your feelings more than your eyes. If the bra gives the impression that it is one size smaller, but does not press, does not constrain movements and at the same time holds well under the breast, this is your option.
Semi-grace
This accessory is a top that reaches the waist. Its upper part can be made in the form of a balconette or a more closed angelica style, but the lower part is elongated. Semi-grace will help to fix and lift the chest well, which is especially important for owners of a magnificent bust. In addition, this model will help to cope with fat folds on the sides, pulling them in and shaping the waist.
There are models angelica with push-up effect. And if initially Angelica was created for a lush breast, then thanks to special tabs, the owners of the first and zero sizes can also wear this comfortable and undoubtedly beautiful underwear.
Angelica features
Angelica differs from other bra models not only in the neckline, but also in the straps. Due to the fact that they are as widely spaced as possible, you can safely wear dresses with an open back, without fear that the ill-fated harness will spoil the overall picture. Moreover, in many angelica straps come unfastened, which is especially convenient.
You can not be afraid that without harnesses the chest will “crawl” down, because the bra sits quite tightly, and the main support for the chest is carried out from below with the help of bones.
Advantages
- This is one of the "invisible" models that are suitable for clothes with a deep neckline.
- Thanks to the special cut, your chest looks more spectacular - it is more magnificent. In addition, an exciting hollow is formed that attracts the eye.
- And, importantly, the angelica bra is not only very comfortable, but is considered one of the most “free” and neutral bras, since it practically does not affect the blood circulation process, without creating any obstacles. This is due to its specific shape, which at the same time perfectly emphasizes the chest.
Owners of a bust larger than average should be careful with this model. Since it does not completely cover the chest, with certain movements, for example, during an incendiary dance, an awkward situation may arise when the chest appears in all its glory, and the bra will have to be corrected. For a large bust, it is also worth choosing models with wide straps and an additional row of hooks.
Underwear is a visiting card of a woman. With the advent of such a type of bra as the Angelica bra, problems with the selection of underwear disappeared. This is one of the best options that effectively and safely "packs" the breasts, while maintaining their natural beauty and health.
The advantages of the model include a beautiful design. The product is worn with pleasure by femme fatales who know how to conquer a man with their very appearance.
The product began to be worn by fashionistas of the 19th century, but the model did not receive great popularity. With the growth of feminist sentiments, seductive underwear was publicly burned in the squares. So women fighting for freedom and equality sought to show that the female body should not be an object of desire.
But Angelica's sconce could not remain in the shadows for long. True, it received its name much later, when it gained worldwide fame, thanks to the film "Angelica, Marquis of Angels." The product had the most open shape, lifted the chest well and made it extremely seductive, which was unacceptable by Soviet standards.
It is not surprising that the most luxurious models of bras appeared in France. French manufacturers not only created Angelica in its current sense, but also presented several models at once. Of course, the most popular were and remain to this day products with lace trim, flirty bows and embroidery.
Another round of fashion for Angelica showed itself in the late 80s. American brands began to produce fashionable bras, which made a truly stylish and provocative thing out of a cult bra. At the same time, frank sconces began to appear in the Soviet space. Mostly these were products with a front clasp, brought from the friendly countries of Eastern Europe.
The current Angelica sconces are significantly different from their predecessors.
- Firstly, there is no universal product that fits the description of Angelica. There are so many varieties of bras of this style that some have little in common with others.
- Secondly, the designers managed to create, but Angelica was originally intended, whose bust needed a reliable support.
- Thirdly, the purpose of bodices has expanded, and today you can find models based on a classic bra, which are not so much underwear as an element of elegant clothes for show.
Cut Features
What is special about Angelica, and why did women like the product so much? For ordinary customers, the bodice has become a symbol of sexual emancipation. Mammologists also see positive aspects in wearing a bra of this style. This is one of the few models that does not squeeze the bust, does not interfere with blood circulation and well supports the mammary glands.
The comfortable shape of the Angelica bra is ideal for a lush bust. If a woman can be uncomfortable in an ordinary bra, then an open bra with wide-spaced straps evenly distributes the load and makes you forget that the bra is worn on the body.
The product is created taking into account the anatomical features of the female body. This bodice prevents stretching of the muscles, supports the chest in a straightened position, improves the shape of the bust.
The style of the cups also varies. To create romantic images and under a dress with a deep neckline, it is better to wear a bra with a low fit. But such a model may not seem very comfortable in the presence of a massive chest. Bras with closed cups and wide straps provide reliable support and make your breasts exciting.
Varieties
There are so many styles of Angelica that each deserves special attention. Products differ in design features, materials used, purpose and finish. There are everyday options for bras in which a woman will be comfortable throughout the day.
There is underwear for evening or holiday dresses. For fatal seductresses, lingerie designers have prepared a collection of erotic bras in the Angelica style. Let's name the most popular types of bras.
Balconet
This model is especially liked by the girls. The style is considered closed, despite the fact that the hemispheres of the chest are supported mainly in the lower part. This model is suitable for ladies with breasts of the second size and more. The classic balconette is not too good on a small chest. It will not look very expressive, even if you manage to pick up the size.
A straight décolleté line provides a spectacular bust delivery. The straps are set wide apart. To bring the glands together and create a spectacular hollow allows the strap through the back of the neck. The product perfectly holds the bust and does not hinder movement. Among the characteristic features of the balcony:
- has a comfortable frame that enhances support;
- straps are located on the edge of the shoulders;
- bones elongated on the sides beautifully gather the chest, giving it splendor.
Allocate, sconces with a silicone insert that prevents slipping, or transparent inserts. There are fashionable bras with lacing, which gives the product an aristocratic look. This variety is so popular that women have no problem choosing. Designers offer bras in classic colors, as well as bright models and printed bras.
Corbeil
If you need to choose a reliable, but the most open bra for a low-cut outfit, then it will come in handy. The advantages of this model are obvious. This is both good support, and a modeling effect, and the ability to wear any dress or blouse over underwear. The upper part of the Corbey is sometimes completely absent, but the lateral support is ideal.
The cups are slanted towards the middle, which makes it possible to wear corbeils with dresses with a deep neckline. Unfortunately, this model will not hold overly massive breasts - the fabric is too small to provide a secure fit. It is especially dangerous for busty girls in such a bra to go to the dance floor. Although the sconce was created for festive outfits, but not for fun festivities or noisy parties. When tilted or sharp turns, the chest may fall out of the bra.
Corbei with a reinforced corsage are considered more reliable. Thanks to the wide tape, it is possible to better fix the bodice on the body. Well, if there is a silicone insert on the inside of the sconce. By the way, I allow you to wear a bra for the most open or transparent outfits.
bracière
Some ladies do not consider this version of Angelica to be full-fledged underwear. This model exceptionally lifts the chest, but does not provide a secure fixation. purchased for certain outfits. In everyday wardrobe, it is of little use. But it can become part of a costume for role-playing games.
The model is good for owners of a small bust. Support is provided by a bodice and wide-spaced shoulder straps. What else is remarkable about the bracer:
- the cups are connected by a wide bridge;
- The presence of straps is desirable, but not required;
- at best, the chest is half closed, sometimes the bodice does not even cover the nipples;
- the product tightens the mammary glands to each other, visually increasing their volume.
Choosing a bracer is quite difficult. When trying on, it seems that the bodice is frankly small, but this is the effect that manufacturers are trying to achieve. If the bra fits well under the breast, does not constrain movements and does not cause discomfort, then the model is chosen correctly.
Semi-grace
This option has a wide range of modeling possibilities. The upper part of the bra is a classic balconette or Angelica's more closed style, but the bottom has an elongated cut. It can be elastic fabric or rigid construction. In the presence of a massive bust, semi-grace will provide good fixation and lift the chest.
Bustier Angelica will help to cope with fat folds on the sides and lowered breasts. In such a product, the figure will become, if not perfect, then very close to perfection. Half-grace to the waist allow you to adjust the waistline. For ladies with figure errors, it is difficult to find a more successful model.
The semi-grace of this style is not intended for regular wear. The slimming effect makes a woman irresistible, but can adversely affect her health.
The bustier is in many ways reminiscent of the corsets of noble maidens. Remember when the girls went to the ball in dresses with a wide neckline and deliberately narrow waist?
Semi-grace is not so merciless to the female figure. Compared to bodices of the 19th century, this model seems harmless and incredibly comfortable.
Models of this style have gained particular popularity among young mothers who urgently need to put themselves in order. The product well tightens the stomach and leaves the chest free, emphasizing its splendor.
Push up
If nature has deprived her of beautiful forms, then Angelica will correct this situation. Inserts on the lower part or on the side will make the chest seductive, rounded, voluminous.
Even a double push-up sconce appeared on sale. But these are relatively closed versions of Angelica, which increase the bust by 1-2 sizes and turn the owner of the "zero" almost into Pamela Anderson. The increase in volume is achieved due to the increased density and gel inserts, but such a product cannot be called convenient.
Balconette models with a push-up effect are good because they open the chest as much as possible and make it round.
Liners are usually located strictly on the bottom of the cups and are parallel to the upper cut of the bodice. This allows you to use lace and transparent inserts in the decoration of the sconces, which make others believe that breast volume is bestowed by nature itself.
With front fastening
At first, Angelica was exactly. But such models were distinguished by a short service life, because the locking mechanism quickly failed.
The current bras with a front clasp look much stronger and more comfortable. They are willingly worn by nursing mothers who want to look beautiful even during lactation. Such products often go, because the bust does not need additional support or an increase in volume. Hook-and-eye bras with a wide corsage have proven themselves well. They have a long service life and provide intense support.
A bra for a woman is a very important element of underwear, as it is in contact with the skin and the delicate part of the female body. The requirements for a bra are great, because the health of a woman depends on the right model. Many doctors today are sounding the alarm that fashion designers are sewing bras that squeeze the chest, which as a result leads not only to the loss of its beautiful shape, but also to some diseases. The Angelica bra is considered one of the most "free" bras, which practically do not disturb blood circulation - this is due to its specific shape, which is not only comfortable, but also beautiful.
Angelica bra shape
Model bra Angelica can be presented in three versions.
Balconette Angelica
This is a model with wide-spaced shoulder straps and a straight neckline. This model is characterized by a wide bodice with bones and cups, which are tailored so that the upper half of the chest is open. This is a show bra that has wide straps. In modern models, they are removable, and therefore, as a result, a woman receives a transformer bra.
The name "balconette" arose on an associative basis. Its shape resembles a balcony, and therefore the model bears this name.
Corbeil Angelica
Corbeil is a model with an open cup. Her upper part is much smaller than the lower part, and therefore the chest barely adheres to it. This is the most suitable option for dresses with a deep neckline.
Brasière Angelica
A bracer is a model with one-piece cups and a wide bodice. In this bra, the lower part of the chest is barely covered.
Thus, the main feature of the Angelica model is that this bra is designed to support the breast from below, only slightly covering it. Another feature of Angelica is the wide-spaced straps. Sometimes this gives the impression that the bra is small, but, of course, this is not so - the peculiarity of the cut of the model allows you to minimize the "presence" of the bra under the blouse. This is one of the "invisible" models that are suitable for clothes with a deep neckline.
The Angelica bra is also called the "balconette" because of the similarity of the cut of the models.
Push-up bra Angelica
For women who seek to correct the shape of their breasts, the Angelica push-up bra model will be of interest. In some versions, fashion designers place removable pads that visually enlarge the chest. But, even taking into account the fact that the shape of the breast with pads in the bra remains natural, this option for breast augmentation has a minus - the female breast looks motionless, and this may reveal the secret of using pads.
Without pads - a more acceptable option for those who love naturalness. The chest in this case is securely fixed and lifted, taking on a taut shape.
Where to buy an Angelica bra?
The Angelica model is one of the most popular and therefore not hard to find. Many options for the Angelica bra are in the collections of Milavits, a Belarusian company that offers high-quality and beautiful underwear.
Lormar is another company that is ready to provide women with an Angelica bra - the models are mainly made in light, bed colors and have a laconic cut.
Victoria's Secret is a more prestigious brand of lingerie, offering bright, colorful models of Angelica.
Features bra Angelica large sizes
Angelica bras of large sizes are present in all famous lingerie companies, but this model is not very convenient for a large bust, because it does not completely cover the chest, and with certain movements a situation may arise when the bra will have to be corrected.
Among all the variations of Angelica bras, the balconette can be considered the most successful for a large breast size.
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Girls, hello! Something I wanted to return to the topic of underwear, varieties of bras: balconette, angelica, invisible and others. Understand the variety, namely the top element. When I was selecting material for the article and looking at the photos, to be honest, my head was spinning.
There are many types of bras and bras: silicone, invisible for an open back, push-up, with and without straps, underwire, lace balconette and angelica ... There were such very unusual exhibits that I had not even guessed about their existence before.
In the article, I will not only talk about the types of women's bras, but also tell you who can wear them and with what, and you will also see how different bras look in the photo and what accessories they have.
The history of the bra or who invented it
I will briefly tell the story of creating a spicy part of the women's wardrobe - a bra, you can find out more by watching the film at the end of the article. , there are some interesting stories about it. Mention of the progenitors of the modern bra is found in ancient manuscripts, wall hieroglyphs and frescoes.
The bra, as many people call the bra, was invented at the beginning of the twentieth century, while we will replace the rigid corset from the wardrobe. At present, it is difficult to say who exactly came up with this item of women's wardrobe, but only the Germans have a patent for the invention, and therefore the word bra ( Bustenhalter) German, which is literally Buste- “women's breasts”, and Halter-"holder" .
How to spell bra or bra correctly?
In fact, it is more correct to write a bra, with the letter "b" after the "l". Although the pronunciation of the soft "l" can be lost.
What is the difference between a bra and a bra?
If you think that a bra is somehow different from a bra, then you are mistaken. These two words denote the same element of women's clothing and there is no difference. Except in the origin of the words themselves. Bra is a German word, and bra is from a Dutch word lijf"body", diminutive of "bodice"
In addition, the name bra is used more in colloquial speech, it is more often used by people, so to speak, of the proletarian class. In addition, it is pronounced faster and easier to remember. And some women also call this piece of women's wardrobe a "bust". What do you call?
What is a bra made of?
Let me briefly remind you of the names of the individual made lingerie. Look carefully at the picture below, where the numbers indicate the main details from which the bra is assembled. Below you will see a description of these designations.
1 - cups, 2 - seams, 3 - bones, 4 - belt, 5 - isthmus, 6 - side parts of the belt, 7 - clasp, 8 - straps or straps
The most expensive and beautiful bra in the world
The title of the most expensive bra in the world has a product of the famous company Victoria's Secret. This company produces new expensive models every year, but they, of course, cannot be worn, so they are exhibited as exhibits. In 2015, the precious Fantasy Bra model was released, which has 4200 stones and costs $10 million.
In the photo below you can enjoy the beauty of the jewelry creation of 2015, and even lower - the creations of past years.
Types of bras (photo examples)
There are many classifications that divide bodices into different types and groups according to various criteria. I tried to create my own classification of lingerie according to the following criteria and answer the question: “What are bras or bras?”
- By the presence of seams
- seamless (seamless)
- with seams
- By the presence of an internal frame
- on bones and cups
- pitted and cupless
- According to the degree of openness and demonstration of the chest
- fully closed (full coverage)
- showing neckline (Demi cup)
- By the names of bras with different types of cups
- Angelica
- balcony, etc.
- By clasp position
- ahead
- behind
- Influence on breast size
- increasing
- reducing
- Bustiers, Graces, Semi Graces and as a combination or tank top
- Corrective type of bras
- By the presence of seams
Now let's look at each variety in more detail.
Seamless and seamed bra
Seamless bras can also be divided into two types:
- with cups
- without cups
If the model provides a dense base in the form of molded cups, then you will not find any seams on them. The fabric is processed in such a way that it repeats the shape of the breast, supporting it. This model is suitable for any size and is usually worn under very tight clothes or clothes made from ultra-thin fabric.
There are also bodices that do not have tight cups, but instead just an elastic fabric with a specific direction of the fibers. For example, the now famous and fashionable microfiber bra ahh bra (Oh bra), which looks like a top and is considered corrective, although I would argue. This bra has no seams, well supports, but does not squeeze the chest, elastic and comfortable in everyday wear, especially at home, as well as for sleeping.
However, judging by the numerous reviews, convenience and beauty are incompatible in the case of a seamless topic. This model does not lift the chest and does not increase in size. If you want a correction bra, then you need to choose a fundamentally different model. I find it good to use as a night bra.
Seams on bras may be in different directions. Due to the positions of the seams on the cup, a certain effect is achieved in women with different breast shapes, making the mistress's breasts more seductive and appetizing.
The seams can be placed vertically, horizontally, diagonally, combined or T-shaped (see photo above). The vertical position of the seam or undercut is intended for owners of a small chest and, moreover, a narrow chest. The horizontal position of the seam on the cup is better for a woman with a wide chest.
The diagonal seam arrangement is traditionally used in push-up bras. T-shaped seams are used when sewing bras in extra large sizes in order to support large breasts as much as possible. In the photo above, in the center, you see a lady with a very curvaceous figure, dressed in a lacy black bra with T-shaped seams. Currently, there are also products with ultra-thin (flat) seams, which are practically not felt when worn.
Underwires and cups in a bra: with and without
Women can be divided into two camps: those who prefer underwired bodices and those who prefer soft bras. Let's take a look at the benefits of both types.
Underwired bodice
For those who do not know yet, there are busts with a frame in the form of iron or plastic arcs sewn into the bottom of the cup. They are threaded into a special tunnel and tightly fix the chest. With the wrong selection of a bra, the arches can dig into the body, which is not very pleasant and comfortable.
The function of the bones is not only to support the chest, but also to create a more refined silhouette and outline. An iron or plastic frame is simply indispensable in models of bras without straps (straps) or with removable straps. It is they who help to keep the shape of the lace bra and do not allow the chest to sag. For example, a bra model called bando
Most often, these elements are present in push-up foam models, which should keep the shape of the breast well. As a rule, all bras with a bone also have molded cups made of foam rubber or semi-foam rubber, but there are delicate styles of lace bras without a dense base, as in the photo below.
Such products look amazing on a young, elastic and small chest. Click on the picture with examples of lace cupless bras to make it bigger.
Underwired bra
And there are products that do not have any frame, they are absolutely soft and absolutely do not cause discomfort when worn, but at the same time they do not support the chest very well. Such bras are good to wear at home or on weekdays, but for a celebration it is still better to use types that add more spice to your forms.
A high-quality bra can be made from natural fabrics (silk, cotton) or synthetic. According to reviews of real consumers, cotton busts are the most comfortable and pleasant to the body, but they wear out very quickly and lose their presentation. Although now there are instances of elastic cotton, similar to knitted ones, and the cotton (cotton) bras of our grandmothers have almost sunk into oblivion.
Made from modern and safe synthetic fabrics, they last longer and do not lose their shape. Lace silk models look pretty cute, while combining elegance and convenience. In the photo below you can see these beautiful white fishnet bras.
If you want to choose a push-up model without wires, then I will disappoint you, because this is basically impossible, except for silicone bras that have neither straps nor a back, as well as models made of a special material (polyamide and elastane), which is a monolithic product and does not have a single seam.
By the way, if you don’t know yet, then read about it in a separate article.
Open and closed bras
And here is another classification according to the degree of openness:
- fully closed (full coverage)
- demonstrating (Demi cup)
Based on the name completely closed close the chest and gradually tapering into straps, which is very comfortable to wear. With such a bra, you don’t need to think that when you tilt your chest, it can fall out for everyone to see.
Usually these are classic models, they are very comfortable to wear, but they are not as elegant as open models. You can buy such a model for everyday wear or when you know for sure that you will not need to undress)) Ideal under sweaters or a closed dress. In the photo you see examples of such products. 
Models that hide the chest can be either with or without bones, have a tight cup or be completely soft, there are smooth ones without seams at all, and also decorated with the most delicate lace. The choice is very large and you can afford the style you like the most.
Showing off bras in common demi , divided into 2 types:
- "bold cut" (deep plunge)
- "forward and up" (push up)
To be honest, this is the first time I've encountered the first option. In the photo below you can see what it looks like. Such a revealing bodice is very well suited for an equally revealing dress with a deep neckline. I was always surprised how show business stars wear dresses with a deep neckline, it seems that you can’t even see a bra, but at the same time they have such magnificent breasts. It turns out that he is hiding under the dress - a plunge bra, for example, beige and lilac, as in the photo below.
You have probably already heard about the second version of the demi model and, most likely, you have such a model in your women's wardrobe. Many people ask what is a pushup in a bra. This model is cut in such a way as to lift and protrude the chest, making it larger and creating a spicy deep hollow between the breasts.
Also, the effect of a lush breast is achieved with special fabric or silicone pads with gel filling, which are inserted into special pockets from the inside.
As a result, a lifting and tightening bra increases the size and volume of the breast. By the way, there are models in which the liners are already sewn into the bust frame and cannot be removed, like the red or orange bra below.
You can also divide the push up bra by the presence or absence of straps (strapless), as well as by the ability to change the direction of these same straps (racerback), for example, to cross on the back or chest.
For those who want to increase the volume of the chest by several sizes, you can use a double push up bra, like the red and burgundy bra below, as well as a very beautiful dark blue polka dot bra. The term bra (ahh bra) in English means a bra, so the name Wonderbra refers to the very favorite push-up bra.
You can see for yourself the lifting and tightening effect of the shape of push-up cups before and after in the photo below. You can click on the picture to enlarge it.
Specific bra names
I remember this name from childhood, when my mother shared with a friend that she had bought a new Angelica bra. Why does it have such a name? Maybe because at that time the film "Angelica - Marquise of Angels" was very popular))) The cups of this model are underwired, the straps are widely spaced, the neckline is open. The Angelica bra is suitable for women with any breast size.
This model perfectly supports the shape of the breast, but visually does not increase it by several sizes. In the photo on the left you can see Angelica's purple bra.
This is a variation of Angelica, but the difference is that Brassieres may have no upper part at all and the fabric barely covers the nipples. This model supports the chest from below due to the internal frame.
In this bra, you can afford clothes with a deep neckline. It is best suited for women with small breasts, because the magnificent one will constantly fall out in front of everyone. In the photo you see a variant of this type of bra, the picture is clickable.
This model is also a variation of Angelica, just as the Brassiere opens the décolleté wide and is cast from a slightly larger closure of the upper chest. In other words, this is something between Angelica and Brasière. The straps are very wide, almost next to the armpits.
Ideal to wear with a dress with a wide neckline for women with small breasts. The photo shows what this bra looks like.
The name of this model comes from the word "balcony". Indeed, the shape of the chest in such a bodice is very similar to semicircular balconies. The chest is half-submerged and supported from below with molded cups. The straps are set wide, which allows you to wear things with a wide armhole.
Also this model is quite popular without strapless. In this case, so that the bra does not slip, there are silicone bands on the back of the cups. Ideal for a dress with bare shoulders. This model looks good on a medium-sized chest (see photo). Judging by the reviews, middle-aged women love this style of bra.
Triangle bra
This type of bra has a triangular shape. It reminds me of the upper part of a swimsuit)) A triangle bra can have triangular-shaped foam cups or is woven from fine lace. Holds small breasts well. He takes with his unusualness and originality, but he is completely unable to collect his chest in the center.
The triangular bra is more popular with young women and girls, until the breasts become heavy as a result of breastfeeding. The photo just shows a black lace triangular bra.
Bra with front and back closure
We are all used to when the fastener of the bodice is at the back and few people have a little thing that unfastens in front. In my opinion, the front clasp on the bra is more convenient, because it does not put pressure on the spine and you do not need to twist your arms, like an acrobat)). But, unfortunately, a bra with a front clasp is not always suitable for women who have a wide chest and breasts are located far from each other.
To create a beautiful hollow between the “hemispheres”, you need a bra with a short isthmus or without it at all, as well as inner pads that will give a push-up effect. Pay attention to the photo with the image of a red, nude and white bra fastening in front (the picture is clickable).
Breast reduction bras
Above, we have already become well acquainted with an element of the wardrobe that can significantly change the shape and size of the female breast - these are models of bras that demonstrate, namely with the Push ap effect. Therefore, I will not dwell on this section. Much more interesting is the fact that there are women who want to reduce their feminine, it would seem, dignity - magnificent breasts.
I, the owner of the second size, will probably never understand the difficulties that the owners of the 4, 5, 6 sizes have, but nevertheless they have them. And in order to at least visually reduce the chest, you need to choose a special reducing bra and it is called a minimizer.
Minimizer bra visually reduces the volume and size of the breast, while supporting it and giving it a beautiful shape. It turns out that the bra has, as it were, slimming properties. This bra has very wide straps that form the letter U on the back, which relieves unnecessary tension from the back and shoulders. Such bras with a wide back are also called leotard (see picture below).
The design of the bra is equipped with additional frames in the form of vertical bones, which better support the chest. Previously, there were T-shaped seams on the cups, but now the technology has changed and designers have abandoned such not very beautiful seams. Now you can even find seamless minimizer bras. The fabric used is nylon, elastane with the addition of lycra. Outwardly, it looks like satin fabric.
Bustiers, graces, bras in the form of a combination or T-shirt
And now let's look at the details of women's underwear, which are not quite similar to a classic bra, but have its elements in their composition and thus reliably support the chest, making it more attractive. Surely you know such delightful little things as a bustier, grace, combinations with cups.
Bustier bra
A bustier is a mixture of bra and grace, i.e. cups smoothly pass into a corset to the waist. Well supports a breast and fits a body. Suitable for women with any breast size. The calyces are most often supported by ossicles. There are models with removable straps. It usually fastens at the back with a number of hooks.
Some call the bustier differently. You may come across such definitions:
- bra top or tank top
- elongated bra
- bra-corset or corset type
- semi-grace
- bra with wide bottom
- long bra
- wide bra
Some people ask: “What is the name of the wide bra?”. And yet the correct name for this wardrobe detail is a bustier. Below I give examples of what a bra in the form of a top can be. The part that is located below the cups can be made of thin lace or of dense fabric that tightly wraps around the body to the waist or hips, like a corset. Straps for stockings can also be attached to the topic.
The fabric of an elongated bra will not necessarily reach the waist or even the hips. It can be only 7-10 cm below the bra cups, tightly fitting the upper abdomen. In the photo you will see different options for the bustier.
By the way, a bustier can be not only underwear, but also everyday wear. A corset bra made of clothes fabric is a fashionable detail of a youth wardrobe.
Grace or bra body
Indeed, not everyone knows the name of the item of women's underwear, which fastens at the crotch and tightly fits the figure. Many people know that there is a wardrobe item - a bodysuit, but not every woman knows that the same principle of cut applies to underwear that combines a bra and a bodysuit. And the name of this subject is grace.
To be honest, I do not find a place for this little thing in my wardrobe, because I think that despite all its attractiveness and elegance, it is still not very comfortable to wear. Just a trip to the toilet will require skill and resourcefulness, and if this happens in a public place?
Grace can be chosen for any figure and any breast size. An indisputable plus will be a small corrective effect, but still not quite sufficient, because the thing is sewn from light and thin fabrics. I will talk about corrective underwear further.
Bra in the form of a combination or tank top
I hardly dared to call this model a bra, because there is little traditional in it. Although there are models where molded cups are present. So, the combination of a bra and a combination is more playful and more relevant for the bedroom than for wearing under clothes. As a rule, this item looks like a bra, to the belt of which a fabric is sewn, freely falling to the waist, hips, or even slightly lower. The fabric can be satin, lace or fine mesh, guipure. The product is elegantly decorated with bows, flowers, rhinestones or semi-precious stones.
There are also models of underwear made in the form of a T-shirt. The outlines of the cups are guessed in them, but as a rule they do not carry a supporting function. In the photo you see examples of such T-shirts and combinations (the picture is clickable).
Bras for dresses with bare shoulders and back
Do you like to wear open back dresses? I really like such seductive images, but, unfortunately, there is no such dress. And all because I had no idea how to wear it before, because the straps and bra belt will be visible, and without it, the chest will lose support.
But as it turned out, there is a way out and you just need to know what types of bras you need to use. Today we will try to solve the problem and discover something new. There are several options:
- bra with silicone back (transparent belt and straps)
- invisible silicone bra
- bra transformer (straps changing their direction)
I just listed the options now, and later I will write a detailed article, because this article no longer contains.
Corrective type of bras
This type of bra also requires detailed and detailed consideration, so I decided to devote a separate article to this. And now I’ll say that this type most often includes models that are worn over regular bras.
The corrective bra, as it were, gathers the breasts together and lifts them, creating a kind of push-up effect. I advise you not to miss two important articles.
Below is an informative video about the history of the bra.
That's all for me. Hope you found what you were looking for. And if not, then write in the comments about what types of bras you would like to know more. Click on the buttons of social networks if you liked the article and see you soon!
With warmth and care, Ravila.
