https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:57:22 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13832 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 09:53:26 +0000 Mrs. D 13832@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm a big busted girl, have been since I was a teenager, so for me, wireless provides a lot more support. When I went shopping for maternity bras though, I listened to advice and tried on wireless for comfort, but they didn't give me anywhere near the support I need, so I'm sticking with wired bras for now. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13825 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 09:36:56 +0000 Becksabee 13825@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>i always preferred underwire, for some reason, I find them more comfortable. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13712 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:06:03 +0000 BabyBunny 13712@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I hate underwires, but I don't think I have a choice. Maybe after I get a reduction (which won't happen until after I'm done with kids/breastfeeding), I'll be able to go without. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13703 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:29:27 +0000 Jenna 13703@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Underwires are so uncomfortable to me. I wore them for years until I found a wire-free bra by wonderbra that is so comfortable and very supportive! I'm a large C/ small D and it lifts well and has a nice shape. I'd definitely recommend! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13596 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 20:20:22 +0000 Mrs. Pickle 13596@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wear both, but I like the ones without the wire better because they are more comfortable. I do think my chest looks larger when I wear a bra with underwire though, and as a B cup I really like that. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13345 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 12:56:54 +0000 MrsApricot 13345@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I NEVER wear an underwire. Yuck! lol...I've worn a few in the past and I don't think I'll ever go back to them. I'm a 34C and get the support I need with a Barely There brand wire-free Invisible Look bra. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13339 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 12:49:25 +0000 yin 13339@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have never liked wearing bras with underwires, and I often take it out for my comfort's sake. I don't need the support since I was a size A before pregnancy and currently only a B. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13309 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 12:06:19 +0000 .twist. 13309@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@zippylef: wow! I never had that problem! Although, I LOVE the wash them in the shower tip so I might start doing that anyway! Then I don't have to wonder which good bra i have in the laundry! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13306 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 11:54:13 +0000 SAHM0811 13306@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@zippylef LOVE that cleaning tip!! thank you! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13299 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 11:42:38 +0000 loveisstrange 13299@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@twist: Yep. I actually worked for VS for 4 1/2 years and I can't even count how many people tried to return bras that they had wrecked by machine washing them. The weight of the water is really, really hard on the materials and the most common problems it causes are wires popping and deforming the cups, it can also cause the outer material to shrink, it can weaken the seams on straps, it can tear up lace bras... tons of issues. If you look, almost any bra you buy clearly says on the tag "hand wash only". I know every VS bra does. They will return/exchange/replace for manufacturing defects, but they will not return or exchange if you caused the damage by ignoring the care instructions.</p> <p>My secret to bra washing is to wash them in the shower. I take them in with me, scrub them down with my shampoo and them hang them over the edge of the tub to dry. It's quick, there is no extra time out of your day to do it and you don't have to deal with Woolite and filling your sink. Plus, they smell good and the shampoo is super gentle on the fabric. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13291 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 11:26:19 +0000 .twist. 13291@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@zippylef: really? I have always machine washed my bras and they never get wrecked. I never put them in the dryer, but i always put them in the washer! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13288 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 11:23:23 +0000 loveisstrange 13288@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>All I have to say is.... if you don't handwash your bras, expect the wires to pop out. End of story. ANY machine washing or drying greatly damages them, even delicate cycle. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13282 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 11:19:35 +0000 .twist. 13282@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have always worn underwire and I love them. I've never found them uncomfortable and I've always felt most support with wire. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13262 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:48:26 +0000 Wondermommy 13262@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Without underwire, the girls look weird and saggy. Underwire for the win!<br /> My nursing bras were all wireless, though. I just didn't like the fit of any of the ones with wire. Plus they were more comfy. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13212 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 09:29:10 +0000 HabesBabe 13212@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have to wear underwires. I don't think they're uncomfortable at all (maybe I'm used to them now). I can't stand wireless bras and have to end up wearing 2-3 sports bras when I work out. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13208 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 09:26:09 +0000 mediagirl 13208@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yes. I love my underwire bras. The only downside to them is I can't sleep in them when my boobs are super sore. I tried non-underwire many years ago and just felt like my girls, who aren't big to begin with, were droopy and not being given any shape.</p> <p>@MrsBells - I have the same problem with VS underwire popping out. I ended up sewing it back into my favorite bra for a long time. I finally found some at Kohl's that I adore and wear every day. The underwire has never popped. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13195 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 09:06:35 +0000 Adira 13195@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I always wear underwire bras. I had the opposite problem as you, @MrsBells. When I bought cheap-o bras, the wire kept popping out. THAT was uncomfortable! I've never had a problem with my VS bras or my Frederick's. The other thing is I tend to get padded bras (I know, I'm so vain...) and I'm not sure you can get that without the underwire. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13192 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:58:02 +0000 Mrsbells 13192@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I love underwire bras, but for some reason when I bought expensive brands like wonderbra and victoria secrets, the wire kept popping out and wasnt too comfortable. I got a cheapie by Vasserrette and the underwire is sooooo comfortable. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13189 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:48:40 +0000 Mrs. Sunglasses 13189@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Its funny, because the maternity bras that fit me the best were the underwire ones. I tried no wire and didn't like it. Maybe I need to bra shop more. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13163 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 06:47:08 +0000 SAHM0811 13163@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Since my boobs are considerably bigger these days, I've definitely come to realize underwire gives much needed support. I know some lactation consultants say no wires while nursing, but if the bra is the right size, it shouldn't cause clogged ducts or feel uncomfortable. I have found getting measured by a bra specialty store really helps. I do tend to wear underwire for going out and seamless when I'm staying at home. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13151 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 04:18:53 +0000 loveisstrange 13151@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I for sure wear underwire. I went through a phase of wearing wireless, but I didn't like how it made the girls look. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13147 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 03:08:21 +0000 looch 13147@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I just went for a bra fitting, and I tried a bunch of styles. I found that if I wanted something without a wire, I would have to make up for that with a more structured bra.</p> <p>I went back to underwire. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13135 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:47:51 +0000 Red 13135@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wear a wireless bra if I'm at home for any long stretch of time but switch to an underwire bra when I go out of the house. I have a D cup and anything less than a supportive underwire bra will make my boobs look saggy and make me look about 15 heavier. Oh the things we do to look good. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13134 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:47:41 +0000 venice4504 13134@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>As a D cup I find them more supportive and I get a better look. If I wasn't as big wireless would be great. I do love a good pushup though. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13124 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:15:40 +0000 Meridian 13124@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wear a C, sometimes D cup, so I never thought I had an option besides underwire?? Although I haaaate them, so uncomfortable! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13116 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:02:52 +0000 cyndistar3 13116@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wear underwires because I don't feel as secure and supported without them. I don't know If I just haven't found the right one but none of the wireless ones have felt right for me. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13115 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:02:10 +0000 Boogs 13115@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've actually never worn wireless bras! I don't find them uncomfortable and supposedly they provide a better lift, which I figure can't hurt. Maybe I'm missing out and don't even know it, though! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-wear-underwire-bras#post-13113 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 23:57:01 +0000 Mrs. Bee 13113@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've worn underwire bras my entire life until I bought bras without underwires when I was pregnant with Charlie. That made me wonder... why have I been wearing underwires my whole life! They're so uncomfortable! I've never been back.</p> <p>Are they supposed to provide more support/lift? Do you wear underwire bras? </p>