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Strapless Bras No Longer Have to Be the Enemy – Meet LIVELY

Kelly Wright
ByKelly WrightJul 28, 2022In Partnership With Lively

Strapless bras are the bane of my boobs’ existence. Am I being dramatic? Nope, I don’t believe I am. I’m pretty sure if my boobs could talk they would actually use an even harsher description. After all, strapless bras are usually smaller than regular bras, less supportive, and constantly slip at the most awkward of moments. So, when I had the opportunity to try the LIVELY strapless bras, I’ll admit…I was hesitant.

LIVELY was promising these would be different though. Comfortable, stays in place, and cute were all descriptions I read on their website. Needless to say, I was intrigued. And with 80 and 90 degree days on the horizon, and a longing to go buy some seriously cute summer outfits, I decided that I would give them a chance.

My Experience With LIVELY

I decided to order three bras in total, hoping that at least one of them would allow me to wear this adorable off-the-shoulder pinstripe shirt I had seen in the store the other day (perfect for an afternoon lunch out!). I ordered the Smooth Strapless in Jet Black, The No-Wire Strapless in Toasted Almond, and The Lace Strapless in Smoke. I was most excited to try on the No-Wire Strapless as usually my biggest complaint about any bra is the comfort level.

Within 72 hours of ordering they were on my doorstep, and the first thing I noticed was how soft they were. I’m a sucker for anything soft, so I was immediately a fan. The fabric on two of them was smooth with cute mesh siding; a nice touch that added quite a bit of character to the bra (can bras have character!?). The third was lacy, but not overly so. It was just enough to make you feel sexy, but with a casual “girl next door” look.

I finally got to the important part and went ahead and tried each of them on. They were comfortable. Really comfortable. They were also even cuter on than they were in the box, which honestly never happens for me. Ok, so they are soft and cute, but how do they hold up? I decided to throw everything I had at them. Jumping jacks, cartwheels, yoga moves…you name it, I did it.

They didn’t move.

Seriously, what kind of voodoo boob magic do these things have in them? Was LIVELY actually telling the truth about their bras? I continued to wear these over the next few days and I can honestly say these bras are legit.

My Favorite LIVELY Bras

This might have been my first introduction to LIVELY, but it certainly won’t be the last. I’m actually pretty stoked that I found a brand that works really well for my body and active lifestyle. Of course, no two bodies are the same and you may be looking for something entirely different. So, here is a quick rundown of each of the bras and who they might be good for.

Smooth Strapless in Jet Black

This bra is smooth and satiny to the touch. It does have a flexible underwire, but it doesn’t seem to dig into your sides as much as others I have worn do. One of the other biggest problems I have with strapless bras is that they never give me the additional oomph that I need. I wear a size 34B and it’s always hard to find strapless bras that don’t pull what little I have down and make my shirts look awkward. The LIVELY Smooth Strapless gave me a little extra something up top and also stayed put as I bounced around my house, chased my kids, and ran errands.

No-Wire Strapless in Toasted Almond

The LIVELY No-Wire Strapless could quite possibly win the comfort contest of the year. There is absolutely nothing that is going to jab or poke into your breasts or the underside of your arm. No joke, it has become my new favorite bra. It is great for anyone that just wants to be comfortable and look cute at the same time. All of these bras come with added straps when you don’t need them as a strapless, and I can honestly say that this bra will have a constant rotation through my wardrobe.

Lace Strapless in Smoke

The LIVELY Lace Strapless bra is made with a mesh material throughout and added lace on the outside of the cup. While it looks like it could possibly be see-through when you first pick it up, once you put it on, you are unable to see anything. So go on and wear that adorable sheer top with it! The lace also comes up a little bit higher than the rest of the bra, so it’s perfect for a layered look underneath a tank top.

A LIVELY Fan

Overall, I’m really impressed. We shouldn’t have to sacrifice comfort for beauty and LIVELY seems to be fully on board with that notion. They were somehow able to meld the unicorn ingredients of comfort, practicality, and fashion into a bra that actually does what it says it will do. And well, that just makes me happy.

Of course, LIVELY’s strapless bras raise a whole new set of problems for me now….I don’t have nearly enough clothes!

Kelly Wright
Kelly Wright

In a nutshell? I'm a bit of a walking contradiction!

I love traveling the world and stepping out of my comfort zone, but I can also be a complete introvert and will be totally happy hanging out at home with my family for days on end. I enjoy working out and going for runs or HIIT classes at the gym, but I also have no problem binging on a bag of cheetos and a glass of wine (which pairs surprisingly well together!). I love how I look dressed up and ready to hit the town, but am much more comfortable in a pair of sweats while watching The Mandolorian with my husband and two little boys. I love trying exotic foods and the different spices and textures that come with it, but my all-time-favorite meal is a juicy cheeseburger with fries. 

So, maybe I should just call myself well-rounded!? Whatever it is, I keep an open mind about everything and am always on the hunt for a new and exciting adventure!