A long-line bra is a type of lingerie that extends to the bottom of the ribcage or hips, providing support, promoting good posture, and creating a smooth look. It can be worn with strapless dresses and comes in various styles and sizes, so a fitting is important.
A long-line bra is a bra that includes a partial corset, usually extending to the bottom of the ribcage, and sometimes almost to the hips. You may also hear this type of bra known as a bustier, corset, or merry widow, although these terms actually describe slightly different styles of lingerie. Many lingerie stores stock these bras, and it’s important that you accessorize to ensure the garment fits properly, for the best support and comfort. For women who haven’t had a bra fitted lately, a fitting is a good excuse to get an official fit measurement.
The design of a long line bra is designed to perform several functions. First of all, these bras act as smoothers, creating a smooth and even look to the torso and stomach. This can be helpful when wearing form-fitting garments, as the bra will remove any rough or uneven spots, encouraging the garment to drape in a more flattering manner.
These bras also promote good posture, by providing a lot of back support, and because they’re usually slightly boned, it’s hard to slouch comfortably in a long-line bra. Plus, of course, these bras support the breasts, with the design tending to push them up, creating a deeper cleavage and fuller appearance.
Many long-line bras are strapless, so they can be worn with strapless dresses or garments with short sleeves, spaghetti straps, or low necklines or backs. Full-figured women who need strapless bras sometimes turn to this type of bra because it provides more support than a regular strapless bra, ensuring that your breasts aren’t inadvertently exposed if they slouch. These bras can, of course, also be worn by smaller women, and indeed the push-up effect is sometimes appreciated by smaller-breasted women, as many dresses and tops are designed for serious cleavage.
Just like a regular bra, a long-line bra can come in a variety of styles and sizes, which is why a fit is important. At a fitting, it can help to have a shop assistant check the fit to make sure the bra is smooth and even, with no puckered or tight areas. If the bra feels uncomfortable in the store, it will probably feel uncomfortable later, so keep an eye out for protruding threads, uncomfortable boning, and other issues that could make the bra less pleasant to wear.
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