What is a Push-Up Bra?
A push-up bra has angled, padded cups (often gel or foam) that lift the breasts upward and toward the centre to create cleavage.
Who is a Push-Up Bra Best For?
This style works best for low-cut tops, special occasions. Recommended size range: A–DD.
How to Make Sure Your Push-Up Bra Fits
- Cups should not have gaps at the top
- Wires should sit flat against your sternum
- Try one cup smaller than your normal size — push-ups add volume
How to Size a Push-Up Bra
Use your everyday bra band and cup measurement as the starting point. Push-ups add 1–2 cup sizes — buy your true cup size, not bigger.
Best Bras of This Type
- Wacoal — premium fit, runs true to size.
- ThirdLove — half-cup sizes for in-between fits.
- Panache / Freya — full-bust D–K options.
- Aerie / Lively — comfortable, affordable everyday fits.
Common Issues with Push-Up Bras
- Band too loose — sister-size down for tighter support.
- Cup gap at top — sister-size up or try a fuller-cup version.
- Straps slip — adjust shorter or use a racerback converter.
- Band rolls — fabric is too thin or sized too big.