The 11 Best Minimizer Bras for Large Breasts, According to Experts

The Wacoal Simple Shaping Minimizer Bra boasts an endorsement from Caldwell, who loves it for a few reasons: “It’s made of a material with very little stretch to it. It’s very smooth, which is ideal for underneath clothing. It features a wide back with wide straps. And it’s only $58.” The minimizer bra is replete with full-coverage cups and a hook-and-eye closure for a customized fit. What’s more, the bra’s simple design makes it ideal as an everyday bra.

Hate underwire? Great news: this wireless pick from Thirdlove provides plenty of lift and minimization without any poking wires. Instead, the design uses compressive cups (padding-free) with built-in "lift zones" for support, and adjustable straps that help provide a custom fit and added lift. Plus, this pick is super breathable and can transition to a cross-back design, too.

If you’re looking for a low-price, high-quality minimizer bra, this one from Olga will fit the bill. “It is full coverage, simple, smooth, with a wide back that lays nice and flat, which is important to a lot of people,” says Caldwell. What’s more? “It has rigid front straps,” she says, with the caveat: “It’s not fully adjustable, but for some people, they might want rigid straps with really firm support.” The minimizer bra comes in cup sizes up to DDD and band sizes up to 44 inches, and in four classic colors, all with lace detailing that adds a touch of visual interest to its simple and straightforward design.

Chantelle’s C Magnifique Seamless Unlined Minimizer is designed to be undetectable underneath T-shirts, blouses, and dresses while providing the optimal amount of support. Caldwell says that it ticks all the boxes for a minimizer bra—it features full-coverage cups, adjustable straps, and a U-shaped back that stretches to hug your body. What’s more? “It comes in really beautiful colors,” she says. You can select among 12 colors, as well as an inclusive range of sizes. This option comes in cup sizes up to I and band sizes up to 44 inches wide.

Dominique’s Mystique Seamless Unlined Minimizer Bra offers very minimal stretch. “This one features a firm fit,” says Caldwell—something to keep in mind as you shop. While it offers firm support, it provides slightly less coverage than the options featured on the list, which Caldwell says, makes it ideal for those who want to show more cleavage and less cup. It comes in nine colors, and cup sizes up to H and band sizes up to 48 inches wide, so you’re likely to find an option that is ideal for you.

The Wacoal Visual Effects Minimizer Bra also comes with the recommendation of Caldwell. “This one has more stretch to more easily accommodate different sizes, and it also comes in more colors, which is fun,” she says. Caldwell also loves that it's breathable—both the full-coverage cups and the band are lined with mesh to help keep wearers more cool and comfortable. The bra also features adjustable straps and a U-shaped back with a hook-and-eye closure to keep straps in place. It comes in inclusive sizes, including cup sizes up to I and bands up to 44 inches and, as mentioned above, a range of pretty colors.

Caldwell is a big fan of the Andora minimizer bra from French lingerie brand Simone Pérèle—and not only because it looks elegant. She loves that it moves with you while the full-coverage cups offer firm but not restrictive support. She also says that the cups are smooth, and almost silky, making them virtually invisible underneath clothing. This bra also features adjustable lacy straps and a U-shaped back to reinforce both comfort and support.

The Spanx Low-Profile Minimizer Bra comes at the recommendation of Luciani. It features everything she recommends in a minimizer bra, including full-coverage cups, an inner side sling to prevent spillage, and padded straps to provide wearers with extra comfort. Plus, it’s made with a moisture-wicking fabric to keep you sweat-free. This bra comes in four neutral colors (Black, Champagne Beige, Vintage Rose, and Cafe Au Lait), which is perfect for those who want a bra for everyday wear—the only tradeoff is that size options are limited.

Spanx’s Bra-llelujah Lightly Lined Full Coverage Bra comes highly recommended by former W+G VP of Content Abbey Stone who says, “While most of the minimizing bras I tried took a lock-and-load approach to breast reduction, with rigid fabric, wide straps, and many a hook-and-eye clasp, the Spanx Bra-llelujah (a name that will never not be funny to me) was mercifully lightweight.” Keep in mind that it technically isn’t a minimizer bra, but for Stone, it provided—in her words—“chest-reducing results” and an ideal amount of support.

The Soma Sensuous Sides 3-Inch Minimizer Bra is a favorite among Well+Good readers—and it’s no question why. It boasts full-coverage cups, wide adjustable straps, and a U-shaped back to offer a comfortable amount of support, and thanks to its padded smoothing wings, it smooths your sides without digging into your skin to provide seamless coverage. The lace detail also adds a nice touch of visual appeal. (What’s not to love?) The bra is available in sizes up to D, and while they only come in three colors, the neutral hues will suit most wardrobes.

Those with big boobs know that even though sports bras are supposed to be compressive, they’re often not compressive enough—but the Knix Catalyst bra is an exception. This super supporter will carry you through your sweatiest workouts. Running, weightlifting, dreaded burpees—boobs up to G sizes will be able to handle it all (and look good doing it) in this high-impact sports bra. It’s replete with a hook-and-eye closure for additional support while keeping you cool and comfortable.