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Bras For Teardrop Shape

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Teardrop breasts are fuller at the bottom and a little less full up top, and that's one of the easiest shapes to fit. The goal is a bra that lifts from below and fills out the upper cup smoothly, so nothing gapes and nothing looks flat. Molded cups, a gentle plunge and a balcony cut with stretch at the top all do that well. These are the three bras I reach for first.

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My Top Picks: Best Bras for Teardrop Breasts

  1. Le Mystere Safari Strapless Bra 4478 Sahara Front
    #1 PICK!

    Safari has soft contour foam cups with a little extra lift built into the bottom of the cup, which is exactly where a teardrop shape needs it. The sweetheart neckline and slight plunge keep the top of the cup smooth instead of gappy. You can wear it strapless, with standard straps or crisscross, so it covers a lot of your wardrobe.

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  2. Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Black
    #2 PICK!

    If you're done with wires, this is the one I'd have you try. The smooth molded foam cups give a less-full top a rounded shape, with no lace to show through a T-shirt. It comes in a wide range of bands, from 30 to 42, which makes it an easy everyday pick.

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    Sale price$59.00
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  3. Panache Esme Balcony Bra 10921 Wonderland Front
    #3 PICK!

    Esme is built the way I like for teardrop shapes at fuller cup sizes. The firm four-piece lower cup lifts and supports, and the stretch lace across the top moves with you, so it lies flat even if you're less full up there. It's my pick when you want a balcony shape with real support in fuller cup sizes.

    Color: Wonderland
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    Sale price$74.00
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Montelle Sublime Spacer T-Shirt Bra 9321 Black
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Sand/Sable
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Natori Pretty Smooth Full Fit Underwire Bra 731318 Black Front
Natori Pretty Smooth Full Fit Underwire Bra 731318 Buff Front
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Almond Spice Front
Le Mystere Safari Strapless Bra 4478 Sahara Front
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Seafoam Front
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Gemstone Blue Front
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Steel Front
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Raspberry Front
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Turquoise Front
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Spiced Coral Front
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Purple Cloud Front
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Riviera Front
Natori Pretty Smooth Full Fit Underwire Bra 731318 Samba Front
Montelle Spacer Balconette Bra 9360 Moonshell Front
Panache Esme Balcony Bra 10921 Wonderland Front
Natori Pretty Smooth Full Fit Underwire Bra 731318 Pink Velvet Front
Montelle Spacer Balconette Bra 9360 Ballet Pink Front
Montelle Spacer Balconette Bra 9360 Cambridge Blue Front
Montelle Balconette Spacer T-Shirt bra 9360 Sand Front
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Moroccan Blue Front
Montelle Spacer Balconette Bra 9360 Black Front
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Dark Orchid Front
Montelle Wire Free T-Shirt Bra 9317 Winter Berries Front

What Bra Style Is Best for Teardrop Breasts?

Teardrop breasts are fuller at the bottom with a softer slope up top, so you don't need heavy padding. You need lift from underneath and an upper cup that lies smooth. That's why the best bra for teardrop breasts is usually a balconette bra with stretch lace at the top, a plunge bra for V-necks, or a molded, lightly padded cup that fills out a less-full top. You'll find all three in this collection.

How to Fit Teardrop-Shaped Breasts: Lift From Below, No Gaping on Top

Start with the band. A snug, level band does most of the lifting. Then check the top edge of the cup, which should lie flat with no gap. If it gapes, try a cup with stretch at the neckline or a molded cup before you size down. Our guide on how a bra should fit walks through each check.

Teardrop vs. Bell-Shaped Breasts: How to Tell the Difference

If you're much fuller at the bottom with a flatter or narrower top, your shape may be closer to bell-shaped. In that case, take a look at our bras for bell-shaped breasts, which focus on stronger lift. If gaping up top is what's bothering you, our post on why bra cups gap at the top explains the fix. And if you'd rather have an expert look, book a fitting and we'll find your size and shape together.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bras for Teardrop Breasts

What is the best bra for teardrop breasts?

The best bra for teardrop breasts lifts from below and fills out the upper cup smoothly, so the top doesn't gape. Molded or lightly padded cups, a gentle plunge, and balcony styles with stretch lace at the top all work well.

What is a teardrop breast shape?

It is a breast shape that is fuller at the bottom with a softer slope at the top.

Do teardrop-shaped breasts need padding?

Light padding can help smooth the upper cup, but heavy padding is usually unnecessary.

Are balconette bras good for teardrop breasts?

Yes. A balconette lifts from below, where a teardrop shape is fullest. Look for one with stretch at the top of the cup so it lies flat if you're less full up top.

How can I avoid gaping at the top of the cup?

Choose lightly padded or molded cups designed to fit fuller-bottom shapes.