The best strapless bras that will stay up

Wonderbra is unequivocally the king of the bra world and this strapless number is no exception - perfect for plunging strapless dresses. and provides good support while also enhancing your cleavage. The best part is the affordable price tag. Available in band sizes 30-34 and cup sizes A-F.

It provides good support, enhances your cleavage and prevents any parts of the bra from peeking through. Made from soft material and comfortable enough for all-day wear despite the supportive metal boning.

Review: "Being a 38 F I find it difficult to get a strapless bra that is comfy but also does the job. This bra does the job, whilst being comfortable, and also lifts you up. The straps can be taken off if you wish. The band that supports you around the back is very comfortable whilst also leaving you feeling secure. With the straps on they do not dig in as most other bras. I have a low-cut dress that I needed a bra for that couldn't be seen but also offered me great support and this really does what it claims to do. Wonderbra really has sussed it!"

A strapless bra made for big boobs, the seamed cups offer lift and shape, as the band hugs your curves without the worry of slipping. Available in sizes D-J cups.

Review: "This is the best strapless bra I ever had and I will buy more. For goodness sake please don't discontinue this bra as you have done with another favourite! It is very supportive and comfortable and holds me up and keeps everything in place. The combination of seems and padding is a winning combination. The seams can be visible under thinner stretch fabric but it's a small price to pay for the unparalleled support and great shape it gives me. Others have complained about the fit of the band being too tight and the cup not big enough. For me, this was not the case. I bought my usual size of 30G. If anything I would probably be better to go for a 28GG/H because I am already on the tightest fitting in order to get the support I feel I need."

If you've got a fuller bust, it can be tricky to find a bra that, quite literally, holds up to expectation. This one from Wacoal is a great multiway option. Nylon-Spandex fabric blend with a silicone-lined band for extra support. The cups are lightly lined and rounded, but not pointy. Good size range, too (up to an F cup in John Lewis and an I cup elsewhere).

Comfort rating: "OK for short periods or when you want to give a particular dress or top an outing, but not for all-day wear," wrote one reviewer.

Review: "I've worn Wacoal strapless bras since I had shoulder surgery 15 years ago and couldn't wear a bra with straps. They are so comfortable, fit perfectly and stay put. I hate to admit it, but I actually still have the original two I got way back then and use them for working in the yard. Believe it or not, they are still in good shape."

M&S is a classic underwear destination that will never let us down. Their bras last for aeons and this highly-reviewed strapless number is a mid-range staple. A touch of lace proves that your 'necessary' underwear doesn't have to be bland. Yes ladies, cute bras exist! The cups are moulded to add "feminine shaping" and, with underwire, too, to prevent the appearance of natural sagging. The cups available are B to E.

Comfort rating: The bust band has added stretch for comfort - "Was advised to go up a size and down a cup. Fits great really holds you. Would definitely recommend." wrote one reviewer.

Review: "I've always decided against strapless bras that don't have a little padding but how wrong I've been! The shape of this bra is excellent and it doesn't move about, pinch your skin or slide down. It's so good I bought another one in a different colour. The quality and texture of the fabric are really high. Excellent purchase!"

Amazon might not be the first place you'd look for a new bra, but this minimising style comes highly recommended. Designed especially for women with a DD cup and over (up to a G cup), it promises a seamless look with shaping and support. Full cup coverage and a wide range of colours - a big plus. Without the standard v-shaped cleavage gap, but rather a tube bandeau style, it adds a more modest offering to the strapless bra variety.

Comfort rating: "This bra is a game-changer, comfortable to wear offering a more natural shape, no sliding down. I'm so impressed I'm going to order many more" one reviewer wrote.

Review: "This is the most comfortable strapless bra I have ever owned, I'm a 32E so struggle with comfort and support but this ticks both boxes, I can honestly say I can wear it all day and not know I've got it on, does not slip or dig in anywhere. It is very soft and worth every penny."

This Boux Avenue classic has over 400 rave reviews so we had to include it in our round-up. Reviewers praise the high quality for the price and honestly, it sounds like a winner. Available in cups A to DD. Excellent enhancement of cleavage without going over the top, plus it has a better colour range than most brands. Silicone tape prevents slipping and, unlike some, this one is machine washable.

Review: "This is the best strapless bra I have bought. It was comfortable to wear but more importantly, it stayed in place giving a nice shape all evening, other bras I have bought in the past have worked their way down giving a saggy unappealing looked and needed to be hitched up regularly."

For sleek shapewear, we love this Triumph strapless bra with serious padding and shaping wires. This means it functions as a strapless and push-up bra. Available in black or nude, sizes go from A to DD.
The seamless edges look great under fitted clothes and the multi-way straps give you great flexibility.

Comfort rating: Super soft on the skin and "Exactly what I was expecting. Very comfortable and the correct size" said one purchaser.

Review: "Exactly what I was expecting. Very comfortable and the correct size."