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32 Genius Bra And Underwear Options To Go Under The Clothes In Your Closet You Just Don’t Know What To Wear Under

It’s time to grab that halter sundress from the back of your closet because you have options besides pasties.

by Elizabeth Lilly BuzzFeed BuzzFeed Staff

As a Deputy Editorial Director for BuzzFeed’s shopping team, I love to get into the weeds of why a product’s worth the money by deep diving into customer reviews, and product-testing as much as possible.

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Invest in a couple of these options and you'll finally get full use out of your summer 'fits! That is, if you just choose to wear what you want, when you want instead of waiting around for a special occasion. I rounded up some seamless bikini undies that are very similar to pricier Victoria's Secret pairs, a seamless (but comfy and supportive) nursing bra, and even some high-waisted compression shorts for a smooth look. 

1. A wireless T-shirt bra if you can't swing wearing a bralette but still want to be super comfy. Instead of an underwire, this has a "W-shaped" jelly band to hold up the girls. Oh, and the plunge front means you can wear it with a ton of different tops!

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Promising review: "LOVE this bra so much! It is very, very soft, and the padding feels very natural. Bonus — it comes with a band extender, so if you're between sizes, I would recommend sizing down for the band, as you can use the extender if needed. The deep-V means it will work under lower-cut tops — which is what I was specifically looking for. I will definitely be buying more of this bra in other colors." —G.H. Cangahuala

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in sizes XS–3X, including plus sizes, and 20 colors).

2. And if you're intrigued by the idea of a jelly bra, but are unsure of how supportive it is, this seamless scallop-detail bra will be super supportive and full coverage. An extra supportive bra can still be cute!

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Promising review: "As a petite woman with a larger bust, I find well-fitted and comfortable bras are hard to come by. This one is so comfortable and cute and I really like the way the clasps are sort of magnetic. It makes it easier to find the right hook while uncomfortably reaching your arms completely behind your back, lol." —Amber Way

Get it from Amazon for $18.97+ (available in sizes S–3XL and in 11 colors).

3. A pack of seamless bikini undies that I actually own! They're great when you want full coverage but don't want VPL disrupting your perfectly curated 'fit. 

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Promising review: "These are great. They wash well, they are very soft, and so thin you can't even see them if you have a tight dress or skirt on. No issues with shrinking. I love them." —jill ann krajewskidolores

Get a six-pack from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and 15 color combinations).

4. Or a five-pack of wedgie-proof cotton underwear I *also* own and love. They're super breathable and stretchy but really stay put, no matter if you're wearing them under a dress, skirt, pants, *or* shorts. They also wash well! No more readjusting throughout the day. 

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Promising review: "FINALLY, COMFY PANTIES! As a 30-year-old woman, I’ve been on the search for comfy underwear and I finally found them. They’re soft and have the perfect amount of stretch." —Amazon Customer

"So freaking comfy. I need my undies to cradle under my butt cheeks the way a loving mother tenderly cradles her newborn’s face. I was worried these would creep up the cheeks into wedgie territory, but no. Blissful cheek hugging all day long. Can’t feel them even if I tried. No weird pinching or odd areas. Perfect chef’s kiss. I typically wear Aerie boy brief–style undies — these are a close match in fit and comfort, and equivocal in size." —Ali Morey

Get a five-pack from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 13 color combos and women's sizes XS–3XL).

5. A Skims seamless thong in several fleshy colors (that isn't just a hint of peach) so you can find a color that works for your skintone. 

Skims

Promising review: "Best thong ever. Who would’ve ever thought that a thing could be so comfortable?! The fabric is buttery soft, and the fit is perfect. I almost forget I’m wearing it sometimes. I love it and plan to buy more." —Ana C. R.

Get it from Skims for $18 (available in sizes XXS–4X and five colors).

6. A breathable, higher-rise, seamless thong with several neutral color combos so you can buy a pack or two and then have your summer undie sitch settled. They're also high enough rise to avoid rolling down. 

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Promising review: "I absolutely love this set! The fabric feels incredibly soft and smooth on the skin — super comfortable for all-day wear. They fit perfectly and hug the body without feeling tight or restrictive. I also love how seamless they are, making them perfect to wear under tight clothing without any visible lines. The quality really surprised me for the price, and the colors are beautiful too. Definitely a great purchase — I’ll be buying more!" —Dilza

Get a six-pack from Amazon for$13.29 (available in sizes XS–XXL and seven color combos).

Check out a similar lower-rise thong pack. 

7. A full-coverage Soma minimizer bra can reduce up to 3 inches of bust projection. But! Reviewers say it's still comfy and supportive despite being side-slimming. Thi'sll be perfect if you need a slimmer bust to fit into that one top you ADORE and planned an event around but are just now getting around to trying on.

Soma

Promising review: "I'm in love with this bra. I love how it minimizes but lifts at the same time. The fact that my posture has improved dramatically due to the support is amazing. I love how I look and feel in this bra. It’s pure perfection! Thank you, Soma!" —VitaminSea

Get it from Soma for $65 (available in cup sizes D–G, band sizes 34–44, and three colors).

8. A Calvin Klein red T-shirt brayou can don under your rotation of easy white T-shirts. The red bra under the white T-shirt trick TRULY does work. It's basically sorcery!

Amazon

Promising review: "I got this in 30DD, and it fits true to size and has good coverage. It’s hard to find bras in a band size smaller than 30, and I’m pleased with how this fits and the coverage.

It’s gone through the wash a handful of times, and I like that this material so far has not done the thing where the edge of the cups start curling so you can see the edges through a T-shirt. This is actually a good T-shirt bra!!" —Rob T

Get it from Amazon for $36.40+ (available in band sizes 30–40 and cup sizes A–DD).

9. Breathable, stretchy Hanky Panky cotton thongs for when you need your clothing to lay flat without bumps and bulges from too-tight thongs. These wash super well and last a loooooong time. 

Amazon

I've owned these and can indeed verify that they're comfy!

Promising review: "Best thong panties!! I'm buying more. Comfy, wash well, perfect fit." —Beth

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $48+ (available in three color combos; fits women's sizes 4–14). Check out more of the brand's designs.

10. A reusable sticky adhesive bra that'll make a huge difference for that backless dress you're wearing to your cousin's wedding or a spaghetti strap top you broke out of the back of your closet now that it feels a bit more like spring. It gives support and stays in place without feeling like you're losing a layer of skin when you peel it off. 

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Psst, this bra also comes with nipple covers.

Promising review: "Seriously, having large (DDD) boobs can really put a damper on trying to wear cute shirts in the summer. Some shirts you can’t wear a bra with, and going braless is 100% not an option, so I heavily rely on sticky bras. I definitely prefer the silicone ones over the cloth ones, and this bra just reinforces that opinion. It sticks so well and is completely invisible, even under the clingiest shirts I own. Another huge bonus is the nipple covers! I have used many different types over the years and have found that the silicone ones can sometimes look puffy under certain shirts, but these covers are thin and (again) cannot be seen under clingy clothes at all. They come in handy if you know you will be outside and run the risk of sweating off your bra since the nipple covers do not have that issue." —Sarah F.

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in sizes A–G cup and 11 colors).

11. A multi-way strapless bra you can customize to whatever fun neckline you're sporting today.  

Lane Bryant

Promising review: "Strapless bra that stays up! Love this strapless bra. It holds up good don't have to go around pulling it up all the time. That to me is worth ever dollar." —Gamaw

Get it from Lane Bryant for $29.50 (available in band sizes 34–46, cup sizes B–DDD, and two colors).

12. Period pantiesdesigned to hold up to as much as four tampons in case you want to be *extra* secure for the day, toss too much for a sanitary napkin overnight, or just want to explore your period protection options. Lots of reviewers switch to these from pricier Thinx undies!

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Promising review: "Advid fan on Thinx period panties but not anymore. After seeing the price for how many pairs of period undies I was getting I decided to purchase because indidnt wanna have to wait on my one pair i had to be washed etc. I still wear a tampon, but on heavy days it's nice to know I won't be running to the bathroom every hour worrying about leaks.

I will not go back to Thinx undies ever. After months of my using these, they still look like I just got them, never leaked thru, no sticky or stinky feeling, They are thinner, more airy feeling fabric, soft and are more discrete feeling in the "pad area". I would buy these again and again, buy they have held up great so I don't really need to, so that's why I'm telling you to BUY THEM." —Chantelle

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $39.99+ ((available in sizes XS–6XL and six color combos).

13. Or a Knix French cut no-show modal period panty if you want some serious period coverage but also want to wear your slinky slip dress without announcing to the world that you're wearing super absorbent undies. 

Knix

Promising review: "My first time buying, and so happy with the quality. They really do not show panty lines through your pants and are so comfortable." —Samantha M.

Get them from Knix for $25 (available in seven colors, sizes XS–4XL, and four absorbencies).

14. A deep-plunge bra that'll work well with the tops and dresses you assumed you would have to tape yourself into. 

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Promising review: "I have tried several plunging bras, and this is the one that works best…I’m large-chested, and it was very difficult to find a bra that would work for a couple of dresses and tops that are deep V. I’m 5’8”, 162 pounds and 38DDD. I knew that the size said just 'D,' but I was desperate to find something. When I first put it on, I was thinking it would be too small, but after a little adjusting, it worked perfectly!! Must try!" —JMAC1

Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in band sizes 32–40 and cup sizes B–D).

15. A trio of Lululemon InvisiWear underwear *made* to wear under leggings for a seamless look. Nope, you don't need to wear a thong under your leggings to Pilates just to prevent a VPL. Reviewers say they don't even feel like they're wearing undies with these!

Lululemon

Promising review: "Seems a little silly to review underwear, but I truly love these. They are so comfy, don't move around, and are totally invisible. Perfect." —Lululemon Customer

Get a three-pack from Lululemon for $54 (available in sizes XS–XXL and seven color combinations).

16. "Swamp-proof" quick drying mesh undies can stretch and reach new levels of comfort.

Nuage

Promising review: "This underwear is so light and comfortable. It doesn't ride up either. I loved my first order so much, I turned around and ordered more. The only downside was it was slow to arrive, but definitely worth the wait." —Cara R.

Get them from Nuage for $19.99 (available in sizes XS–XXL, five colors, and also in multi-packs).

17. A Floatley wireless bra in case you want comfort akin to a bralette but you need some actual support. It's silky soft, but its cups and band stay in place. So...it does what you ned it to do!

Floatley

Promising review: "I have bought probably hundreds of wireless bras and bralettes looking for the unicorn: a bra comfortable enough to sleep in and shapely enough to wear under anything during the day. This is it. I have bought about 20 so far. PLEASE never stop making this." —Catherine Saad

Get it from Amazon for $28+ (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and 22 colors) and Floatley for $28+ (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and 10 colors).

18. A Skims everyday cotton boy short if you need a nude-y option but aren't a thong person. 

Skims

Promising review: "Better than all the others! The waistband is thin and light, so it doesn’t squeeze, they are stretching, but still feels like good cotton. I was so excited about these, so I can throw all of mine from Victoria’s Secret away. They are also just a hint longer than other brands, making them slightly less cheeky, but I love that because it’s less squeezing through the gusset and around the front of the thighs. True to size!" —Ivy

Get it from Skims for $22 (available in sizes XXS–4X and six colors).

19. A ~comfy~ supportive brafor large busts that'll actually look cute too! Oh, and it comes with enough colors that you can wear a different one every day of the week. 

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Popilush is a small biz specializing in shapewear and lingerie. 

Promising review: "WORKS AMAZINGLY!! I have the hardest time finding bras that truly fit, and let me tell you, it fits so amazingly. I’m a bigger girl, so it’s difficult, but it didn’t give me excessive back rolls or anything!! Def recommend buying !!" —layla

Get it from Amazon for $19.99(available in band sizes 34–42 and cup sizes C–DDD, and seven colors).

20. Thong shapewear meant to work on your waist, so you don't have to worry about the compression working *so* well that you have a flat booty. Reviewers say it's breathable and comfortable! 

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Promising reviews: "I ordered this body shaper to wear under my wedding dress and was amazed! Everything from the design, material, and comfort was perfect! The shaper comes up right above your waist and smooths while giving your butt a nice lift. Very easy to put on and take off." —fahad alostath

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in sizes S–4XL, three colors, and in two-packs).

21. A seamless (but still so comfy!) nursing bra can help make one-handed nursing easier and feel good while you live it all the livelong day. Some reviewers say they want to keep wearing them after they're done nursing — they're that comfy!

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Promising review (from a nursing reviewer): "Most comfortable nursing bra I have, hands down, and looks cute as well." —Chelsea

Promising review (from a pregnant reviewer): "Worth the money 100% and if you get it on sale, even better!! I love the Momcozy brand. Their quality is always amazing. I have this now in three colors, and they are all beautiful. They are comfortable like a sports bra while also keeping my girls stable. I may have to size up after milk comes in, but I will wear these for a lifetime!" —Lindsay

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in sizes S–3XL and six colors).

22. A front-closure bra that lots and lots of reviewers say was incredibly helpful post-surgery for a variety of procedures. 

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Some reviewers like it for workouts, breast augmentation, breast reduction, shoulder surgery, and other procedures. 

Promising review: "My sister recommended this, she used it after heart surgery. I needed it for mastectomy surgery, and it is a wonderful bra. I like this brand far better than the ones the hospital put me in." —P. Priddy

Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in sizes XS–3XL and six colors).

23. And afront-close, no-wire bra in more inclusive sizing with smoothing sides and a back without feeling constricted. (Raise your hand if you've ever tried a smoothing bra and been super uncomfortable.) 

Lane Bryant

Get it from Lane Bryant for $56.95 (available in band sizes 36–54 and cup sizes B–H, and three colors).

24. A pack of Fruit of the Loom Coolblend panties made for especially sultry situations, like realizing you wore layers on a day that didn't require layers, or perhaps your big family vacation to Disneyland. 

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Promising review: "These underpants are very comfy. They fit well as a plus size and are great for moisture-wicking in hot weather. Went hiking in some serious heat and these were perfect." —Jennifer Scheiter

Get a pack of four from Amazon for $7.16+ (available in sizes 5–13 and 19 combinations/larger packs).

25. Huha mineral-infused briefs (soothing zinc oxide in the lining, if we're getting specific) and a seam-free gusset that anyone with sensory issues will likely appreciate. 

Huha

Huha is a woman-owned small biz that makes thoughtful underwear made with natural materials.

Promising review: "These are the most comfortable underwear that I own! Even though the briefs are granny panties I guess by definition, I like the cut of them so much. I have a short torso and hip dips and the briefs are cut pretty much perfectly where they cover but feel close to the skin and don't get baggy or dank even when I wore them a few days in a row while sweating bullets with fever. The anti-bacterial quality of these works! I can't recommend these enough. Absolutely worth every penny." —Miki Foster

Get it from Huha for $18.20 (available in sizes XXS–3XL and eight core colors).

26. A Thirdlove TempSync wireless bra made to help you stay cool during hot flashes or other instances of "Am I the only one sweating?" thanks to its proprietary fabric with cooling minerals. 

Thirdlove

Promising review: "It really works! No more under-boob sweat. It keeps me cool all day and is extremely comfortable. I bought the black and the tan one. Highly recommend!" —Rosa M. 

Get it from Thirdlove for $72 (available in sizes XS–3X and three colors).

27. Butt lifting panties that'll also deliver some tummy control if there's a dress that just isn't fitting like it used to and you've come to the conclusion that you need to involve some shapewear. It's made of high-elastic jacquard fabric that'll actually breathe so you'll look hot without feeling like you're in sausage casing. 

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Promising review: "This shapewear is so cool and comfortable, I forgot I had it on. It boosted my butt a little and gave me confidence I did not know I had. I was walking throughout the office like I was the cutest thing walking because that is how I felt. If you are looking to feel like me. I suggest you purchase this now. Comfortable fit, and it stays in place all day." —First lady

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two colors and sizes S–3XL).

28. Performance briefs in case you hate bunching, creeping up, and crotch sweat. These are made to prevent all three! Oh, they also have chafe-free covered seams, a double-layered crotch, and fabric treated to prevent odors. 

Duluth Trading Co.

Promising review: "A couple of years ago I started with two pair as a gift from my husband. And I have to tell you I love these undies. They fit great, they don't ride up and before you say anything I wear ready to wear size 18 and have a curvy bottom and they really do stay put. And they keep me cool. I now own 12 pairs and will continue to purchase them." —Cruise Girl

Get them from Duluth Trading for $9.98+ (originally $20.50; available in sizes XS–XL and 19 designs)

29. A full-figure strapless bra that reviewers with larger busts love to wear. It has a convertible design and comes with attachable straps, so you can wear it with non-strapless tops as well.

Amazon

Promising review: "I cannot even tell you how many strapless bras I have tried on over the years. I am a 40DD and needed something for a bridesmaid's dress — and this was it! It's comfortable (almost like you're not wearing it!), stays in place, and was even relatively cool despite my sweating a lot. High recommend!" —akwhaley90

Get it from Amazon for $26.90+ (available in sizes 34B–44DDD and three colors, as well as multipack options).

30. And if you're a smaller cup who's taking a ~plunge~ with something strapless, a Third Love bustier bra may do the trick. Also it's so cute that you could wear it AS a top. Just saying!

Third Love

It has five-way convertible straps (classic, halter, crossback, one-strap, or strapless), a flat band, and a flexible, poke-free underwire. 

Promising review (for cup size A 1/2): "I love the plunge and bustier style of this bra. It made me feel secretly sexy. It worked perfectly with the dress I wore. The fit was nice, and I didn’t have to keep yanking it up all evening." —Melissa S.

Promising review (for cup size D): "Best strapless bra. I have always struggled with finding a good strapless bra for a larger chest and flared ribs. This bra is the absolute best! Great support, so comfortable, and it doesn’t dig into my ribs. I wish it came in more color options because it is my go-to! Can’t recommend this bra enough!" —Meagan

Get it from Third Love for $68 (available in band sizes 30–38 and cup sizes A–DDD, and also in black). 

31. A floral lace long-line bra for when you need some shaping up in the cup area and want everything to *stay* up through the day (and night). It has three-part underwire cups and boning throughout, and removable elastic straps so everything stays where you'd like it. 

Her Room

Promising review: "I wore this for my wedding, and it was amazing! I have pretty big breasts and have never found a strapless bra that can actually hold them up. This piece did an amazing job, I was so impressed. Highly recommend for plus-size/big-boobed people!!" —Marcelina

Get it from Her Room for $68 (available in cup sizes B–FF, band sizes 34–50, and two colors).

32. Convertible "boobwear" (not a bra) you can wear 12+ ways to go with one-shoulder tops, high necklines, all kinds of difficult-with-bra silhouettes. One reviewer says, "It really feels like I’m not wearing a bra!" and they're not the only one! 

Nuudii System

Promising review: "I have a 36G chest and find every other bra to have too much padding and structure to fit comfortably. I found Nuudii about a year ago, and every style is comfortable and gives just enough support. It really feels like I’m not wearing a bra! It takes a few wears to stretch to your perfect shape and size, but it’s easy to adjust as needed." —Emily P.

"Love the lightweight material and versatility. If I could get away with not wearing bras ever, I would. This product makes wearing one comfortable." —Jessie D.

Get it from Nuudii System for $52 (available in sizes S/S–XL/XL and seven colors). Check out more of the brand's "boobwear" for different needs. 

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