I've never bought a bra from Amazon before, but I'm seriously impressed with this one

As a fashion stylist I have helped hundreds of women to look great in their clothes, and whatever their shape or size, I always start by ensuring they are wearing a correctly fitting bra.

Amazon isn't the first place I'd think of when shopping for a new bra, but after extensive research into the best minimiser bras, I was impressed by the selection available on the site. The Delimira minimiser bra is a soft and comfortable T-shirt bra which will give you a good level of support. The cups are designed to mould around your breasts in a natural shape and, as an added bonus it compresses the breast tissue which slightly reduces your size.

I'm also a trained bra fitter and wear a size 32FF, so I understand how difficult it is to find the best bras for big busts. The most supportive styles are often made from lace fabrics with seamed cups, which create lumps and bumps under certain tight or clingy fabrics. A practical solution to this problem is opting for a seam free T-shirt bra. However, if you have big boobs these styles are often lightly padded and can add extra bulk. This bra is unpadded and like the best shapewear, it uses compression to minimise the bust.

When buying bras online it is important to know how to find your correct bra size because a badly fitting bra will feel uncomfortable and create an unflattering shape. It is advisable to order a selection of different sizes and try them on to establish the best fit. There's no standard sizing and brands will vary. I usually wear a 32FF but as this size wasn't available I ordered the sister size 34F, along with a 34E and 34G in order to compare.

The 34F was a perfect fit and I returned the other two without any complications. I wore the bra for a week, under a variety of tops, to ensure the bra gave me a smooth line. I considered the level of support and comfort it provided and whether it made my bust look smaller - here's what I thought.

Delimira Minimiser Bra

Delimira Minimiser Bra Review

Shape & Design

Unlike some T-shirt bras that have moulded foam cups, this bra is made from two layers of fabric. The outer layer is a thin fabric that's silky to touch and the lining is slightly thicker and less stretchy, which will hold you in place. The cups extend upwards and join the straps with one (almost invisible) seam.

The centre gore of the bra is 7.5cm wide, which is average and revealed a little cleavage. The cups are cut a little lower and provide medium coverage. The underwiring is encased within the lining and invisible from the outside. The front of the straps are made from the same fabric as the cups and are soft and flat. The back of the straps are stretchy elastic, with clasps to adjust the length. The bra fastens with 3 hook and eyes, and there are 3 rows to ensure a perfect fit.

Support & Fit

While I wouldn't feel comfortable wearing this bra to run or exercise in, I did feel that it provided medium control and supported my boobs for everyday wear. It fitted well, without any overspill or digging in around the band.

Comfort

I gave this bra 9/10 for comfort, it felt great all day and I only noticed the underwiring after a full day of wearing it. My boobs felt slightly squashed into shape, but this is typical with minimiser styles and didn't cause me any discomfort. The fabric felt cool to wear and the bra is much lighter than the average full-cup bra.

Function

We've established that this bra is both supportive and comfortable - but did it actually minimise the size of my bust? I'd be lying if I said I felt noticeably smaller or slimmer in this bra - but I did feel contained and more streamlined when i wore it under a tight T-shirt.

Unlike other minimiser styles I have tried, which are cut higher, this one is lower at the front so would work under V-neck tops. I didn't feel that this bra lifted my boobs up any higher, instead it slightly flattened them and re-distributed the weight out towards my armpits.

Care

Although this bra appears very light and delicate the fabric is quite robust and it has kept it's shape after 3 hand washes. I would not recommend putting it into the washing machine. This bra is easy to store as the cups are flexible so it can easily fold into your lingerie drawer.

Verdict

This is a comfortable bra that's great for women who want to create a smooth line under tight tops. It won't drastically reduce the appearance of your bust, but it does streamline your natural shape, providing sleek, seam-free support.

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