With all the bras that exist in the underwear world, you’d think that it would be easy as pie to find pretty and comfortable bras. You’d be wrong. This is especially true when it comes to finding the best comfortable and pretty bras for small chests. Shopping for bras for small chests is no easy task. Even when your standards are reasonable (just pretty and comfortable), it can be a headache. You can always forgo the entire complicated ritual of bra shopping, or just hone in on what you really want.
By pretty, do you mean patterned? Or maybe pretty for you is a simple bra in a bright color. Then, think about what makes a bra comfortable for you. Are you partial to a cotton-soft bralette? If you’ve felt the stab of a pokey underwire, you’ll probably want to try a wire-free bra, or even a lacy soft bra. Bras that lift and shape small chests are also something to consider. As a woman on the smaller side, I know I like some padding, but not so much that it’s uncomfortable. That’s when I grab a wire-free contour bra. See, it’s not so difficult to find comfortable and pretty bras for small chests, but if you need a place to start, here are 12 of my favorites.
1. A Contoured Bra With Pretty Lace Overlay
The Little Bra Company Lucia Bra (28A-36B), $27-$60, Amazon
Lace overlay makes this comfy contoured underwire bra (made just for petites!) especially pretty for days when you want to try something more special.
2. A Knit T-Shirt Bra For Everyday Comfort
The Little Bra Company Julia Petite T-Shirt Bra (32A-36B), $45, Amazon
T-shirt bras for small chests are a must have, and this one has removable padding along with cute contrasting straps, so it's not such a plain style.
3. A Breathable Organic Cotton Bralette
Only Hearts Women's Organic Cotton Two-Ply Bralette (Small Petite-M/L), $39-$49, Amazon
Environmentally conscious babes deserve pretty bralettes, too, and this one delivers light support for smaller chests, while still having pretty lace details.
4. A Comfy Wire-Free Push-Up Bra For Small Chests
b.tempt'd by Wacoal B.Splendid Wire Free Push Up Bra (30A Petite-38DD), $40, Amazon
A little push up ever hurt nobody, and if that's what you're into, this smooth bra delivers some lift without the pokey underwire.
5. A Lightweight Triangle Soft Bra That's Comfy And Pretty
Cosabella Dolce Soft Bra (Petite-Large), $13-$25, Amazon
Soft bras for small chests are especially comfy because they skip stiff padding and wires, but this one is even more of a must-have because of its pretty overlay.
6. A Pretty Nude Bra For Small Chests
Wacoal Petite Embrace Lace Push Up Bra (30A-36C), $35-$53, Amazon
Every girl deserves at least one good nude bra in her collection, and this push-up option gives the right amount of lift while still having a pretty lace trim.
7. Try This Lace Trimmed Contour Bra For Shaping Small Chests
The Little Bra Company Tonia Bra (28A-34C), $18-$50, Amazon
This underwire push-up bra has a deep plunge for your low-cut tops, contoured cups for shaping, and adjustable convertible straps so you can wear it with your tanks. Oh, and it has lace!
9. A Must-Have Lace Up Black Bra
Wacoal Petites Lace Front Contour Pushup Bra (36AA-32B), $48-$74, Amazon
Next to a great nude bra, a black bra is an underwear drawer necessity. This push-up style is extra special, thanks to its pretty lace-up front detail.
10. A Pretty Wire-Free Push-Up Bra For Everyday Lift
Warner's Elements Of Bliss Lift Bra (34A-40C), $18-$38, Amazon
Sometimes push-up bras can be really intense, not to mention uncomfortable, but because this one is wire-free, there'll be no awkward rearranging through the day.
11. A Statement Bra With All-Over Lace
The Little Bra Company Charlotte Bra (28A-34C), $60, Amazon
While some people prefer a little trim of lace, others may want it all over — this is that bra. It also has removable padding, so you can adjust how much support you want.
12. A Subtle Soft Bra With A Comfy Amount Of Support
Cosabella Women's Trenta Soft Bra (Petite-XL), $26-$69, Amazon
Thanks to its reinforced banding, this soft bra is not only comfy (and pretty!), it's more supportive than most lightweight bras.
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