Choosing a NuBra style

The Different Types of NuBra

As a NuBra retailer for over 8 years, one of the most common questions I am asked is - Which type of NuBra should I get?

First and foremost, I should state that there is only one maker of the authentic NuBra - Bragel International Inc - in Pomona CA.  They hold the US patents for the adhesive bra with a middle clasp.  Their patents are also registered in several countries so all authentic NuBras are made in the USA.  The only exception to this is the NuBra Ultralite which is a very thin fabric NuBra that has been licensed for production in China for a private label.  All other "NuBra" adhesive bras made in China that are being sold online are fake. I explain the differences between an authentic and a fake NuBra in this video.

There are two types of NuBra based on material - silicone and fabric.

Silicone NuBras

Bragel makes 3 basic styles which are made of 100% high quality silicone - NuBra Original, NuBra Lite and the 3D Contour.

I will be illustrating the difference between the Original and the new 3D NuBra.  (The NuBra Lite is a lightweight version of the original NuBra but I don't recommend it as it has a pasty opaque color that I personally think looks unnatural and does not complement any skin tone.) The NuBra Original has wider and deeper cups than the newly released 3D Contour bra as you can see in these side-by-side photos.

Top View

Side View

If you are looking for a silicone bra with enhancement by a cup size, I highly recommend the 3D NuBra. Released in 2013, the 3D NuBra  is the updated version of its original silicone bra.  The cups were redesigned with contoured edges that more naturally blends with the breast to provide a more comfortable and seamless fit.  It is available in cups A, B and C in Nude color.

In 2015, Bragel released the 3D Underwire that has stronger support with the addition of an underwire so that it can fit up to a cup D.

Beach NuBras

These are specialty silicone NuBras without the middle clasp designed mainly for use under swimwear.  The NuBra Beach are triangular shaped pads that provide a perkier look for the breasts under a bikini top. These are safe to use in the water - but wear these with care so that sand and other particles do not get into the adhesive area. Note though that the Beach has thin pads so it DOES NOT provide any size enhancement.

For size enhancement, use the NuBra Beach 2. These are teardrop shaped pads that are thicker and can be placed on any part of the breasts as needed to get a better fit under swimwear. These pads can also be used to balance uneven breast sizes and to fill in lumpectomy areas.

NuBra Beach 2 cups

Fabric NuBras

Fabric NuBras are made of polyester with polyurethane foam and a medical grade silicone adhesive. There are 3 basic types of fabric cup NuBras - Feather Lite, Super Padded and Seamless.

The Feather Lite has lightly padded cups that provide NO size enhancement. It comes in various colors but only Nude (link) is made in cup sizes AA to E.  Black is available in cups A to E.  All other colors are made in Cups A to D with limited availability.

The Super Padded has fabric cups with thicker padding and provides enhancement by one cup size. As this was originally designed for petite ladies, it has slightly smaller cups than the Feather Lite and is only available in cups AA, A and B. It comes in 3 colors - Nude, Tan and Black.

Super Padded cups

The Seamless NuBras are very lightweight fabric bras with laser cut edges so there are no seams that will show under tight fitting garments or clingy fabrics.  It has no padding so it provides no size enhancement.  The styles under this line are the Seamless, Seamless U, Seamless Push Up, Seamless Underwire and Seamless Airy.

The Seamless Push Up is the most popular as it has built in molded pads for even better cleavage enhancement.  It is available in cup A to D in 3 colors - Nude, Tan and Black.

Seamless Push Up cups

The Seamless Underwire has built in underwire support for users up to a cup E. It is available in cups A to E but I recommend its use only for cups C, D and E as smaller cups really do not need underwire support. (Wearing tip for larger busted ladies:  Before placing the cup on each breast, bend slightly forward so that each cup "catches" the breast.  Adjust the placement of each cup so that it is even on each breast, then fasten the middle clasp.  Doing this ensures the most comfortable andsecure fit of your NuBra.)

The Seamless Airy is the most lightweight and most breathable of the NuBras as it has less silicone adhesive. The silicone adhesive is placed in stripes along the length of the cups so there are areas with no adhesive where sweat can go through for more comfort during its use.  This does not affect the strength of the adhesive as long as the skin is properly prepared before use (Pre-use tip: Make sure the skin is dry and clean with no perfumes, oils and lotions before use.  For humid weather, wiping the breasts with rubbing alcohol right before use ensures a sweat-free surface for the silicone adhesive to securely adhere to). My NuBra has stayed on through humid summer days in DC and even through a night of dancing!

Seamless Airy cups

The Seamless U is a NuBra with the most minimal coverage. The shape of the cups are longer for coverage along the lower parts of the breast but higher along the sides. This allows secure placement of the fabric cups while providing maximum cleavage under deep plunge outfits.  The Seamless U comes in 3 sizes - XS (for AA/petite A), S (A/B) and L (C/petite D). Bragel also sells it in XL packaging which is just the L (Large) cups packaged with the NuBra extenders. This allows use by larger cup (D/E) or band sizes (38 and up).

Seamless U cups

I also prepared the following video showing the different NuBra styles that I think most NuBra newbies will find helpful.

Some Final Notes on the Wear and Care of your NuBra

1.  The NuBra is NOT for use with sensitive skin, sunburnt skin or skin with sores or cuts. NuBras are made with a skin safe medical grade silicone adhesive but not all skin types may react favorably to an adhesive.  If any irritation occurs, please discontinue use.

2.  NuBras should NOT be used with sagging breasts. Sagging breasts need support with bras that have straps. (Bragel also produces a line of Invisible Breast Enhancers  that provide push up and size enhancement but these are made to be worn under bras or garments with built in support.)

3.  NuBras are NOT recommended for cup sizes F or larger or for band sizes greater than 42. NuBras are actually designed for a 34 band size. Having said that, the adhesive nature of the bra allows for a range of fit.  NuBra extenders are available to provide a more comfortable fit for band sizes 38 and up.

4.  NuBras should be cleaned AFTER EVERY USE.  Use the NuBra cleanser or a mild cleanser to clean the adhesive area gently, rinse with warm water and then drip dry.  Never use bar soaps as the wax will actually clog the adhesive and not allow its tackiness to regenerate.  The secret to making your NuBra last for several uses is in its proper use and cleaning.

Enjoy the freedom with your NuBra! 

~ Beng C