Cut-out dresses are bold, modern, and designed to show skin in unexpected places. But those strategic openings also mean there is basically nowhere to hide a traditional bra. Side cut-outs expose the band, front cut-outs show the gore, and back cut-outs reveal the clasp. What is a person to do?
The Best Bet: Boob Tape
Boob Tape is the most versatile option for cut-out dresses because every cut-out dress is different. Tape lets you customize your support around whatever shape the cut-outs create. You control exactly where the support goes and where skin stays bare.
When a Sticky Bra Works
If your cut-outs are only on the sides or back, a Sticky Bra can work beautifully. Since it sits entirely on the front of your chest with no side band or back closure, it stays hidden behind side and back cut-outs. Just make sure the cups do not peek through any front openings.
How to Wear It
- Map your cut-outs first. Put on the dress and note exactly where skin shows. This tells you where support cannot go.
- Choose your method. Multiple or front cut-outs? Boob tape. Side or back only? Sticky bra may work.
- Apply tape in custom strips that work around your specific cut-out placement. Lift from below, support from the sides, and keep all tape behind fabric.
- Final check from every angle. Cut-out dresses require a 360-degree mirror check. Have a friend look too, because some angles are hard to see yourself.
Combination Approach
For dresses with multiple cut-outs, consider using boob tape for lift and Non-Adhesive Nipple Covers for smooth coverage. This combination gives you the most flexibility to work around any cut-out pattern.
If you want to be ready for any cut-out situation, The Ultimate Bundle ($65) gives you the sticky bra, nipple covers, and boob tape all in one -- so you have options no matter what the dress throws at you.
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