Vanity FairWomen's Beauty Back Smoothing Strapless Bra

EDITED 12/18/2023Still the best strapless ever. And still inconsistent sizing. My testimonial below was for the black color in 40D. I ordered same bra in beige to cover all bases. 40D Beige arrives, I cut off the tags and throw it in my drawer. Couple of days later, I receive an off-shoulder blouse to try on. I whip out the Beige strapless, only to find the same size bra is NOT the same size at all! The cups looked smaller to my naked eye, but I also took a pic with rulers for the VF folks to see there is at least 1/2" difference in the height of the band. Beige is shorter, and I spilled out everywhere! Needless to say, Beige bra already returned, but I have no idea what to do for neutral now. I already returned Beige in 42D because it was too big in the band. Only buy halters and off-shoulder in black? Oy vey!UPDATED 1/27/2024Tried some other strapless bras from other brands hoping to find another gem in a light or neutral color. All I found were multiple trips to the return counter. I decided to return here once again and give 74380 another chance, this time in White. When it arrived, I didn't even have to open it; the back of the bra was visible through the clear VF bag, and I could count 5 glorious hooks. The shorter (less tall) Beige only had four hooks. Tried it on to verify, and it's just the same as Black. Beautiful! Officially ready now for summer and all that romantic off-the-shoulder action, in any (every?) color! :)The last hopefully helpful thing I would like to offer is, when you wash these beautifully lined bras in the washing machine, use cold water, a delicate, low-spin cycle, and put them in a hosiery bag if you have one large enough; if not, use a pillowcase. They work just as well! Tie a loose knot at the top of the case to keep the bras inside. Loose being the operative word here, otherwise you'll struggle to open it afterwards when wet. I've never dried my bras in the dryer, I just lay them out on the bed and make sure the cups are smooth. Mine require a flip to get both sides dry, but it's worth it to avoid the heat damage and keep the colors vibrant long-term. My grandfather used to say, if you took care of your car, it would take care of you. Bras are absolutely no different! ;)*************************************************************************************************************************This strapless bra is amazing! It lifts like a crane, it doesn't move, and in the correct size, it's actually comfortable! I've been on the bra hunt lately, and VF is my brand. I didn't realize I've always been wearing them until I went to throw away some 20-year-old retirees and saw the VF tags. They didn't have the Full Figure feature back then, which is absolutely incredible for back and sides! And this strapless version is definitely Full Figure, not Full Coverage. Meaning, the cups are lined/padded/molded, giving perfect shape, while the higher sides do lovely things for the underarm and back areas.Now, here's the trick. Getting the right size. In this bra, you want to be accurate. Bigger is NOT better, neither is smaller. When you first get this bra, it should be snug to your body on the last/furthest-out hook, with no more leeway than a finger between you and the bra. If it stretches as you wear it, you will have two more hooks/places to go inward. The cups should fit around your breasts snugly without spillage over the top, or a gap at the top between you and the bra.If you first get this bra in your typical size, but the cups seem gigantic, try tightening the hooks. If that helps the cups fit better, there's your first clue you have the wrong band size, not cup size. I know, right? I would have thought a bigger band would always be more comfortable, but I couldn't have been more wrong. Bigger chafes where it shouldn't, nor does it perform on sides/back like the correct size.The first size chart I saw for this bra said my measurements should be wearing a 44D. (My underbust is about 39.5" and my overbust is 44".) That chart must have been incorrect, because three orders and returns later I can personally attest I am a 40D in this strapless model. And though the 44D (and 42D!) fit me comfortably, I wasn't comfortable in the way I should have been, and now I know the difference. Tight IS right because the bra doesn't slide or roll; it just stays flat and stationary...and correctly positioned! Of course, too tight wouldn't be very comfortable either. If you must err, go with the closer fit!You came to the right place if you have bodacious tatas in need of a strapless crane. This bra will be your new best friend! :)

Very comfortable, fits nice and perfectly 👌. Padding is soft and the bra I worth the money spent

For now its only 4 stars because I haven't worn it all day yet- however it fits just right and feels good for the try on. Seems like its made well and hasn't slipped down!

Worked well for heavily endowed woman (42D). Held up without issue from afternoon to almost midnight at my son's wedding. Did not falter during dancing, never had to pull on it, stayed in place and held everything up. I have never had a strapless bra this good. It's comfortable, reliable, and sturdy. High recommend. Ordered a 40D (normal size) but felt a little tight so ordered 42D and it worked perfect.

This bra worked perfectly. I was hesitant to order a strapless bra online, but I'm glad I did. True to size, comfortable and no slippage. No complaints. Would recommend and would repurchase.

I purchased the black and it is the best strapless bra ever. Great fit, I went with my normal bra size. It does not move!!!! It has plastic strips on the inside to keep it from moving. I jumped around a lot and it didn’t move a bit. It isn’t a push up but it did give me a lift which was perfect. The wide band is great for smoothing the back.

Does not fit well can not criss the straps by yourself

Full coverage, comfortable bra. Sizing around the rib cage is off though. I measured 42 inches, got the 42 bra and it is extremely tight even on the loosest hooks. Does same place though, no slipping whatsoever 🙌 Next time I would buy at least one number size up (cups are true to size though)