13 Best Breathable Bras for Summer Vacation

Every woman knows how a comfortable bra is inevitable for an overall good-looking and comfy outfit. Adding breathability to the list of features you should be looking for, and the task of finding the best bras becomes harder. You probably know that there are millions of bra styles and designs. Here we’re more interested in breathable bras for summer. These might be cotton t-shirt bras, strapless bras, V-necks, or bralettes, and the list continues.

So, to help you and all our readers, we decided to independently test a number of bras of all different styles. Then, we’ll give you an honest review of what we have found out, so you can decide for yourself if this bra suits you. Later, we will share the guidelines or the checklist we used to criticize the bras we reviewed. Hence, check out this review; we’re sure it’ll help any woman.

LIVELY Crossback Bralette

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One thing that sets this bra apart from other breathable bras on this list is the material. LIVELY Crossback Bralette is made of rayon material that is super soft and super comfy. This bra is perfect for lounging at home while doing minimal things. We couldn’t feel any support from the bras, but we felt the super comfy material and the increased breathability which was our main concern in the first place. Since we all agreed on this as a lounging bra, we could now think of styling options for this bra. It looks sexy with its deep v-neck and cross-back straps. We wish there were other colors of the bra to mix and match and create stunning home outfits, yet, black is always a winning option in these cases. To cut a long story short, get this bra for comfy soft underwear.

Eberjey Pima Goddess Everyday V-Bralette

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With a wireless design and very lightweight padding, Eberjey Pima Goddess Everyday V-Bralette is an extremely comfortable piece when it comes to the hot season. We don’t like to feel there is something too snug over our breasts, but at the same time, we can’t just keep the girls out. So, a nice solution is a bra with decent support and no wires. The bra from Eberjey is made of cotton. So, it’s definitely a breathable bra made of soft fabrics. Also, it’s adjustable with a hook-and-eye closure. We could easily find the exact fit of the bra. However, it isn’t intended for women with large bust sizes. We could wear this bra with a deep v-neck blouse thanks to its low cut.

Hanes Scoopneck Bralette Pack

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Hanes Scoopneck Bralette Pack offers a lightweight 100% cotton pack of three bralettes for home or light exercise. While this bralette didn’t offer any support, they were comfortable enough for a yoga day in very hot weather. No one can deny that cotton is one of the best materials for summer, and these bras are all in cotton. Apart from the material, we were also attracted to these bras thanks to the price. The three bralettes are offered as one pack of different colors, all of which feature a very wide neckline as if you’re wearing a t-shirt. Hence, in a word, if you’re looking for a bra to give a shape, these aren’t the ones, but if you want something to hold the girls in while doing low-impact exercise or lounging around the house, get those blindly.

Warner’s Play It Cool Wire-Free with Lift Bra

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Summer needs cooling and moisture-wicking fabrics, and Warner’s Play It Cool Wire-Free with Lift Bra is a good product with these features. We felt the cooling effect from the CHILL FX lining of the bra that wicks away any moisture. Along with the nylon material, the bra offered us a soft touch, and this is what we really need in summer. As a side note, if you need to soften and moisturize your skin, check out this list of the best summer moisturizers.

We thought the bra had an underwire, but it doesn’t. What’s surprising is that the lift and support looked and felt as if it was a wired bra with extra support. The bra also comes with different straps that hook from the front side. They’re also adjustable, but some women didn’t find them very easy to use. This brand might be known to some of you. If not, check out the bra on the official website to get more info.

Boody Body EcoWear Shaper Bra

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There are many materials we found very soft and breathable for summer, such as cotton and rayon. Yet, the bamboo viscose material is our favorite. That’s why Boody Body EcoWear Shaper Bra is highly recommended for everyday wear. This material is already used for many summer outfits, even for athletes; you can wear this bra under your sportswear. We wore it under some of the trendy summer sets to give shape to our bodies and allow for good airflow. If you’re interested in summer sets, check out these Lululemon matching sets for women.

As the name suggests, it’s a shaper bra that shapes the breasts. Yet, we enjoyed the four-way stretch fabrics that allowed the bra to stretch in different directions. We didn’t think the bra will give us the best support as it doesn’t have any wires or padding like traditional bras, but luckily, it proved the opposite. You can still get enough support with minimum padding and a good elastic under-chest band.

Maidenform Pure Comfort Wireless Lace Longline Bralette

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While our main priority here was breathability and coolness, we didn’t want to compensate for style. Maidenform Pure Comfort Wireless Lace Longline Bralette combines comfort, breathability, and fashion in one bralette. While it isn’t made of cotton or microfiber, the nylon lace material is perfect for excellent airflow. Further, it’s very fashionable and looks like lingerie sets but with added comfort.

For support, the bras are padded with moderate pads, not too thick and not too thin that they do nothing. Even though one of our reviewers has small breasts and wanted a comfortable, elegant bralette that boosts the chest, these lace bralettes seemed the perfect choice for her. They shaped the breasts in the best way. Watch this video from HSNtv about the bra if you liked it and want to know more.

Playtex Women’s 18-Hour Lift and Support Bra

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Whether you have a small or large bust size, we all need support. The first solution was always a bra with an underwire, but this seems to be an enemy in summer. So, while searching for breathable bras for summer, we were hit by the comfy Playtex Women’s 18-Hour Lift and Support Bra. This bra is available in the largest sizes you might need, so it’s a good find for women with larger breasts.

Although it seems hard and stiff, we didn’t feel that when we tried it on. We thought the same thing from the images, but the bra is very flexible except for the back strap with the hook and eye closure. You didn’t know exactly if the hook was small or the strap didn’t stretch well, but we found it a bit cumbersome to hook the bra. QVCtv video reviewed the bra and has lots of details about it, so go and watch it to know more.

Yvette High Impact Sports Criss Cross Back Bra

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The designers of this brand thought of the area where we usually sweat the most. They found that the cleavage is one of those sweat-bearing areas that need extra breathability. Thus, they designed Yvette High Impact Sports Criss Cross Back Bra with a special mesh panel on the cleavage for increased airflow, coolness, and moisture-wicking. We know that it’s a pure sports bra, but why not wear it for a casual outing if it’s suitable? We did that to see how comfortable this bra is after ensuring it’s breathable. The sewn-in cups were fully supportive and shaped in a nice way. The back criss-cross straps look very sexy that we wanted to show them off. Finally, the colors are another plus point to the bras.

Under Armour High Impact Crossback Zip Sports Bra

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Easiest to put on and off. Like any woman, one of the biggest problems we had was to hook the bras and take them off, especially with a large bust size. When we found Under Armour Women’s High Impact Crossback Zip Sports Bra, we believe our problem is finally solved. This bra doesn’t need any effort to put on and off. It wears like a jacket with a front zipper, but it works like a real sports bra. So, it was like a real problem solver for us. This bra is mainly designed for sportswomen and active women in general.

Its material is polyester and elastane, which both work on moisture-wicking, quick-dry, and elasticity. Moreover, there are mesh vents for breathability. We got the bra and wore it for sports. It offered decent support and the utmost comfort. If you want to complement your sports outfit, here are the best quick-dry tops for women to wear while exercising as well.

Smart & Sexy Sheer Mesh Demi Underwire Bra

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Best underwire for summer. We know that wired bras aren’t the favorite option for most women in summer. Yet, we bet you’ll change your mind as we did when you try the Smart & Sexy Sheer Mesh Demi Underwire Bra. This totally mesh double-layered bra is one of the most breathable bras you’ll ever wear. Plus, it looks too sexy, given the mesh fabrics and the colors it comes in as well. We thought mesh fabrics and support could never be combined in one bra. Surprisingly, we found this flirty bra to be fully supportive and very breathable. The bra is available in large cup sizes for those who are asking about comfort now. Also, the straps are adjustable and act like your traditional bras but with added features.

True & Co Women’s True Body Triangle Lace Racerback Bra

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Best for comfort. If you’re looking to add volume to your breasts, True & Co Women’s True Body Triangle Lace Racerback Bra isn’t for you. However, if you want a comfy feeling as if you aren’t wearing a bra, this is the first go-to option. These bras are laser-cut in a fine way that doesn’t roll up and doesn’t need an underwire to provide support. It’s padded with thin removable lightweight padding for a bit of shape without compensating for comfort.
We didn’t buy this bra for shape under dresses or any outfit in general. It was all about comfort and breathability, so we found what we were looking for. The adjustable racerback style was also a nice addition to the bra that we liked a lot from a design point of view and a functional point of view as well.

“The lace details of the racerback in this bra is very chic like no other bra we had before. The material is super soft and comfy, we could wear it all day.”

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SHAPERMINT Compression Wirefree High Support Bra

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Best support. Designed in sizes up to 4X-large SHAPERMINT Compression Wirefree High Support Bra is meant to fit all women with all bust sizes. The design looks like sports bras, but this one is different as it comes with an eye-and-hook closure. This offers better back support and better shape. The cups are padded with simple, lightweight padding for more shaping without adding weight to your chest. When we were buying the bra, we referred to the brand’s size chart. We used the instructions in measuring the bust size and bought accordingly. The bras fitted perfectly, although we preferred to have adjustable straps for more control over the fit. However, it didn’t cause a big problem, and we were satisfied with our purchase. We also liked the offered colors, especially the blue one.

Calvin Klein Cotton Unlined Wireless Bralette

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Calvin Klein Cotton Unlined Wireless Bralette is a sports bra that also doubles as an everyday bra. It’s the comfiest bras we have ever worn. Its wireless and unlined design seems like a cotton crop top for yoga or outdoor exercise. We went out, lounged, and exercised in these bras, and it worked well in all cases. So, hands up for this design. Moving to the material, it’s quick-dry and moisture-wicking. The cotton and modal blend is the best blend we tried for summer so far. It has some elastane for stretchability as well. The band is fully stretchable but easily retains its shape when you take it off. We wore it several times for a test, and we didn’t find any signs of becoming loose or losing its shape. Thus, quality was also approved.

Our Verdict!

To choose the best bras, we had a list of criteria to assess each item we tried. However, some bras were better than others in certain features. If you’re interested to know more, here is a list of the top ones based on certain features.

• Best underwire for summer: Smart & Sexy Sheer Mesh Demi Underwire Bra
• Easiest to put on and off: Under Armour High Impact Crossback Zip Sports Bra
• Best for comfort: True & Co Women’s True Body Triangle Lace Racerback Bra
• Best support: SHAPERMINT Compression Wirefree High Support Bra

How To Choose The Best Breathable Bras for Summer?

Shopping for the best bras, but you feel slightly hesitant? Here are the guidelines you can use to find the perfect bras. We already used them to prepare this review.

Material

If you’re looking for a comfy bra for summer, the material is the first thing you should look at. Breathable materials like cotton and microfiber are the best for summer. Also, breathability can be obtained through mesh fabrics to allow for decent airflow. Generally, we tried to look for the lightest weight materials, and we also stayed away from bras with too much padding as they felt like an added weight.

Closure

The closure type makes a difference when it comes to comfort. Some bras (most of them) use hook and eye closures. Others are worn like a T-shirt or a top with no closures. These should be elastic and flexible to wear easily. Another option is the front-open bra which uses a zipper from the front side instead of the back, and these are our favorites. We think the front-open bras are the easiest to wear, but in all cases, you must make sure the bra is adjustable or has enough elasticity to fit well.

Support

The support isn’t always about the cups or the padding. Sometimes, the band and the straps can totally change how the bras look. Thus, we ensured that the bras have adjustable straps for a tight fit. The straps were adjustable for bras that don’t have any adjustability, such as some racerback bras, so we could also get a comfortable fit.

How can I know if the bras fit well or not?

You can know your exact size by measuring the bust and the circumference of the area just below the chest where the bra’s band lies. However, trying a bra with standard measures to know your size is always a better idea.

How can I choose a suitable bra style for me?

It depends on what makes you comfortable and the outfit you’ll wear. For example, for a strapless dress or a v-neck dress, t-shirt bras won’t be the best choice. However, for sportswear, wireless bralettes are better.

Are there special bras for summer and others for winter?

If you have breathable bras, you can wear them in any season. Satin bras and those made of non-moisture-wicking fabrics aren’t comfortable in hot weather.