Give your bust a boost with these expert-approved push-up bras! (Spanx, Zappos, Victoria's Secret)(Amazon)
Push-up bras have come a long way since the stiff cups and uncomfortable straps of our high school days. Today’s versions are designed for comfort as much as lift, giving you shape, support and a little extra oomph — without the poking underwires or cardboard feel.
And they’re not just about cleavage anymore. “Push-up bras are evolving with more silhouettes and levels of boosting for enhancing the bust,” said Dora Lau, founder of Dora L International, an intimate apparel design and sourcing company. In other words, you can now find push-up bras that look and feel sophisticated, no matter your style.
Since different levels of lift create different effects, we consulted bra specialists and our own team of shopping experts to narrow down our top picks. From lightly padded everyday bras to strapless styles and bra options for fuller busts, these are the best push-up bras worth adding to your lingerie drawer.
Update, Aug. 29, 2025: We checked all product prices and availability. Our No. 1 pick remains unchanged.
Sizes: XS to XL | Materials: 80% nylon, 20% spandex | Colors: 16 options
If you dread the “uniboob” effect but still want support and a little lift, this Grace Form pick from our best sports bra guide fits the bill. The pull-on style comes with removable pads that add a boost when you want it — or can be taken out when you don’t.
Shoppers rave about how soft, breathable and flattering it is, with plenty of colors to choose from. One fan wrote: “Love this sports bra! It was incredibly comfortable and stayed in place during my workout. It fit perfectly and was incredibly flattering. I don’t know how to explain how little I have in the chest area, yet this sports bra made me look incredibly feminine.”
Fabric: 84% polyamide, 16% spandex | Bra sizes: A to H | Colors: 7 | Support features: Underwire, mesh-lined cups, darted seams | Silhouette: Full-coverage
Along with mesh-lined cups that boast vertical and darted seams for lift, this push-up bra features a comfortable underwire, adjustable straps that can form a crisscross pattern, and scalloped lace detailing for a feminine touch. "The bra lifts and separates really well, and I like how thick the lacy material is. It gives extra coverage, but it is still comfy and supportive at the same time," says bra fit expert Kristin Polin, who chose this bra for our best support bra roundup (it also made our best push-up bra guide).
Shoppers of all sizes rave about how much they love this bra. One wrote: "FAVORITE bra EVER. I’m a 38DDD and the girls don’t have a lot of support on their own. This bra makes them look perky without making it look bigger. I might actually crash out if they don’t ever restock. Not to mention the straps are convertible for a cross back or halter style."
Sizes: 30AA to 38F | Materials: 65% recycled polyamide, 35% spandex | Colors: 25 options
Victoria’s Secret is famous for adding a little extra va-va-voom, and this push-up bra lives up to the hype. When I tested it, my bust looked nearly two cup sizes bigger — but what impressed me most was how smooth and supportive it felt. The plunging neckline works under a variety of tops, and with fully adjustable straps, it was easy to find a comfortable fit.
The secret’s in the padding: strategically placed at the bottom and sides of the cups for maximum lift. I’ve honestly never had more cleavage than when I wore this bra. Plus, it comes in plenty of styles, from everyday nudes to lacy designs for date nights. I’m not the only fan, either — thousands of VS shoppers rave about its bust-boosting abilities. As one put it: “Love love this bra!! Never stop making these. They give me the confidence I need without getting breast implants.”
Sizes: 34B to 54K | Materials: 92% nylon, 8% spandex | Colors: 8 options
Lau recommends this push-up bra for plus sizes because “it lifts the bust and creates top swell with thin, lightweight padding.” It offers medium coverage, with a thick comfort band and wide wings that smooth under clothes. Shoppers also love the soft microfiber fabric and breathable mesh details.
“If you’re a heavy-chested female looking for support, this is it. It lifts you to the heavens, smooths your back and underarms, and you can wear it for 18 hours and it doesn’t hurt,” raved one five-star reviewer. Another bonus: Sizes run up to a 54 band and K cup, making it easier to find your best fit.
Sizes: 32A to 42DD | Materials: 80% nylon, 20% spandex | Colors: 11 options
“I never knew a push-up bra could be so comfortable,” said our Commerce Editor Janelle Randazza. Unlike traditional styles, the Aerie Smoothez skips clasps in favor of an elasticized pull-on band. “Clasps always dig in for me and feel constricting, so before this bra I was anti-push-up. Now, my push-ups are the most comfortable bras I own.”
She admits the pull-on design can feel a little awkward — whether you’re shimmying it over your head or stepping in — but the comfort and support more than make up for it. In fact, she loves it so much she bought it in five different colors.
Sizes: 32A to 38C | Materials: 83% polyester, 17% spandex | Colors: 2 options
Fashion Forms is the original “water bra,” swapping foam padding for inserts filled with a mix of body oil and water to give your bust a boost. Melissa Keippel, Senior Apparel Buyer at Zappos, is a fan, noting that “it provides a more dramatic but still natural push and lift.”
Shoppers agree. One Amazon reviewer wrote, “My daughter is flat-chested. She was feeling frustrated. A friend told me about the bra. My daughter has worn this out. She smiles when she puts her tops on now. This was a great buy!” Just keep in mind: because it’s filled with liquid, it’s not washing-machine safe — you’ll need to hand wash and line dry it.
Sizes: 32B to 40DD | Materials: 48% cotton, 37% nylon, 15% spandex | Colors: 2 colors
“Yes, I'm also surprised that my favorite push-up bra is a strapless style — but it's that good,” said our Commerce Manager, Julia Webb. “This bra gives me a great shape under all of my clothes, plus it literally never slips down or needs to be readjusted. The padding isn't overly obvious either, but it leaves me feeling extra supported.” The bra uses the brand’s smart-zone cup technology which helps it conform to your unique bust shape and it has a reinforced band that prevents it from shifting as you move. If you are looking for a little extra support, the bra does come with convertible straps but Webb noted that “removable straps, in general, never look quite right or are that comfortable, so I tossed them pretty much immediately.”
Sizes: 30A to 36DDD | Materials: 65% nylon, 35% spandex | Colors: 2 options
Keippel is also a fan of the Natori Minimal Convertible Push-Up. She points to the handy J-hook at the back, which easily converts it into a racerback for extra versatility. “Since it has less of an extreme push, it’s great for everyday wear,” she said.
The underwire design offers all-day support without digging in, while light foam pads add just enough lift. Shoppers agree, calling its flattering and comfortable fit a perfect balance: "This is the best bra I’ve ever had. I worked at Victoria’s Secret for years and this bra is far superior. It gives a much more natural shape while adding a little push-up," wrote one Nordstrom reviewer.
Sizes: 32A to 40C | Materials: 85% nylon,15% spandex | Colors: 11 options
If you’re after a push-up bra that delivers serious oomph, more than 27,865 Amazon shoppers have reviewed this FallSweet style. It first went viral on TikTok in 2020 when user @inmyseams called it one of her top five Amazon bras, noting, “When I worked at Victoria’s Secret, girls came in every single day asking, ‘What bra will hold me together and push me up?’ For the price and result of this bra, I think every girl needs one in their wardrobe.”
The secret? Padding shaped like a hand that helps lift, scoop and bring your bust together. The bra also features adjustable straps, a flexible band and a lace-up front, so you can customize just how much of a boost you want.
Sizes: 34B to 44G | Materials: 80% polyamide, 20% spandex | Colors: 2 options
Lau loves this Soma bra “because it’s a versatile push-up that gives a pin-up boost with a no-slip back and multiway strap options.” The strapless style comes with removable straps you can wear five different ways — traditional, strapless, halter, crisscross or one-shoulder. Elastic along the inner cups and sides helps keep everything in place so it won’t slide down.
Shoppers are just as smitten. “Love the support and lift,” wrote one reviewer. “Does not sag or creep down. This bra does not give you the boob hump over the top either! Very versatile with the straps too.”
Sizes: 30A to 46H | Materials: 76% polyamide, 24% spandex | Colors: 18 options
This sleek Skims bra is designed to give you lift without piling on the padding. At first glance it looks like a classic bra, but hidden inside are lightweight push-up foam pads that boost your bust while staying buttery soft. The stretchy fabric adds comfort and flexibility, making it easy to find your fit.
Shoppers are impressed. “It’s the most inexpensive boob job you can purchase,” raved one fan. “I liked that this bra didn’t hike my boobs up to my neck but still gave them a noticeable oomph. Also, it’s crazy to me how it managed to be comfortable and made my boobs feel like they were being lifted by clouds. What in the shapewear sorcery?”
Sizes: 32AA to 36C | Materials: 92% nylon, 8% spandex | Colors: 1 option
Keippel says this Wacoal bra “is perfect for smaller sizes and gives a nice lift.” Designed with petite busts in mind, the light push-up style features smooth cups for a natural shape and a lace band that adds a feminine touch. The removable padding lets you choose when you want an extra boost, and adjustable straps plus a hook-and-eye back closure help ensure a just-right fit.
Shoppers love it too. “Finally a bra that will fit a smaller person and do all the right things with a chest that we need — lift, shape, support and comfort,” wrote one reviewer. “This bra fits so well and is so comfortable and great that I now own three."
Band sizes: 30A to 38DDD | Materials: 78.5% nylon, 21.5% spandex | Colors: 3 colors
This sleek Calvin Klein bra is designed to give you lift without piling on the padding — one of the reasons it earned a spot in our guide to the best strapless bras. The innovative memory foam cups mold to your shape, creating a personalized lift and natural-looking boost.
Shoppers say it’s as comfortable as it is reliable. “I ordered this to wear while vacationing in Arizona. I’m very impressed! Even in the extreme heat, while sweating, it stayed in place! It’s very comfortable once you remove all the tags in the back,” wrote one fan. Another added, “I’ve owned so many strapless bras — ones that were twice the price and not nearly as good. This one is legit!”
Sizes: 32B to 40DD | Materials: 48% cotton, 37% nylon, 15% spandex | Colors: 2 colors
“Yes, I’m also surprised that my favorite push-up bra is a strapless style — but it’s that good,” said our Initiatives Editor, Julia Webb. “It gives me a great shape under all of my clothes, plus it literally never slips down or needs to be readjusted. The padding isn’t overly obvious either, but it leaves me feeling extra supported.”
The secret: the brand’s smart-zone cup technology, which molds to your unique bust shape, paired with a reinforced band that stays put as you move. It does come with convertible straps if you want a little extra lift, but Webb admitted, “removable straps, in general, never look quite right or are that comfortable, so I tossed them pretty much immediately.”
There are a few key factors to consider when choosing a push-up bra, according to Melissa Keippel, senior apparel buyer at Zappos, and Dora Lau, founder of Dora L International, an intimate apparel design, development and sourcing company.
Lift: Push-up bras have different levels of volume and lift, so Keippel said you first need to decide “the amount of ‘push’ you want in the bra. A light amount of padding will give you a subtle, more natural-looking boost, while a highly padded push-up can make you look up to two cup sizes larger."
Comfort: “When it comes to bras, comfort should always be your top concern. The goal is to feel good all day, not just to look good for a moment,” said Lau. Be open to trying a few different brands, cup sizes and silhouettes to find the ideal option for your cleavage.
Silhouette: “Push-up bras are evolving with more silhouettes and levels of push-up for enhancing and shaping the bust,” said Lau. “Neckline shapes also vary, with curvy balconette necklines or plunge open necklines designed to complement a variety of outfit needs,” she added. Keippel also suggested adding one that has convertible straps. “It is always nice to have convertibility in a bra so you can wear it for multiple different occasions,” she told us.
Size: As with any bra, finding your correct size is essential to choosing an option that is comfortable and supportive. You may think if you want your cup size to look bigger you should opt for a larger size, but Lau doesn’t recommend that. Instead, “fit push-up bras to your actual cup size,” she said, for them to work properly.
To find out which push-up bras really deliver that extra oomph, we consulted bra experts, fashion buyers and our own team of shopping pros about what to look for depending on your needs. Beyond combing through product specs and thousands of shopper reviews, we also asked this crew which push-up bras they actually own and wear themselves.
Luckily, it is easy to figure out your correct size, and you can do this in just a few minutes at home. “First, you will need a tape measure (measuring unit should be inches) to take your rib and bust measurements,” said Noemi Diaz-Justino, VP of design at lingerie brand True & Co. “Holding the tape measure parallel to the floor, wrap it snug (not tight) around your rib cage. If the measurement is an odd number, add 5 inches. If the measurement is an even number, add 4 inches.
Next, keeping the tape measure parallel to the floor, wrap the tape measure loosely around the fullest part of your bust, then subtract the rib measurement (with the added inches) from the bust measurement. The difference will determine your cup size.
The guide for cup sizes goes like this:
1 inch = A cup
2 inches = B cup,
3 inches = C cup
4 inches = D cup
5 inches = DD,
6 inches = DDD
A push-up bra is designed with padding that helps give volume and lift to the breasts to give you a fuller look. “It enhances the fullness of your breasts, and depending on the style of push-up bra you select, the lift can range from a gentle enhancement to a more dramatic lift,” said Lau.
Yes. “With their extra padding designed to enhance cleavage, push-up bras are surprisingly comfortable and perfect for everyday wear," said Lau. The extra padding in push-up bras in no way affects breast health and is totally safe to wear daily if you so choose. Ultimately, it depends on the look you are going for that day, as well as your support needs. “Push-up bras even offer solid support for larger busts and can even help relieve back pain related to larger breast sizes, making them a real win when it comes to comfort,” Lau added.
Depending on the amount of padding it has, a good push-up bra can “add one to two cup sizes of lift and enhancement,” Keippel told us. And a larger-looking cup size is not the only benefit of a push-up bra. According to Lau, “The true benefit is how it defines your shape. Larger-breasted women might prefer a push-up bra for the lift and shape, while a smaller-breasted woman might prefer a push-up bra for uplift and the added volume it creates.”
Noemi Diaz-Justino, VP of design at True & Co
Dora Lau, founder of Dora L International
Melissa Keippel, senior apparel buyer at Zappos
