Bali Women's Underwire T-Shirt Bra – Ultra-Light Smoothing Spacer Bra

Okay, so I have a LOT to say about this bra. I'm sure you're reading the 1 and 2 star reviews and wondering whether you should take a chance. YES, by all means, do! I am going to do my best to address the issues raised in the low ratings. But first, please know that I have been wearing the bra for two days now (all day) and can tell you without reservation that it is one of the most - if not THE most - comfortable and attractive bras I've ever owned. I am rather chesty (a 38D) and usually have to try many bras on before I find an acceptable one, and then I buy like 3 or 4 at a time. I've worn Bali (though, not a ton of styles), Warner, Soma and others that perhaps I've long forgotten. TAKE A LOOK AT MY PHOTOS and keep in mind that I am approaching my 64th birthday. So, needless to say, the girls are not naturally perky at this stage in my life. LOL. I included one clothed so that you can see how it looks underneath a summer top. So, as to the issue of fit: It fits VERY true to size. The cup size fits exactly like a D-cup should fit - no gaps, full coverage, no side spillage out of the cups. Underwire: Truly, I have no idea what the complaints are all about. There is more than adequate fabric covering the underwire, and it is very comfortable too. If people are experiencing bruising (really???) or marks, perhaps they have it on hooks that are tighter than required, or maybe they need to go up to the next numeric size (e.g., 36 to 38). As I said, I've been wearing this bra all day long for two days, and it doesn't even feel like I have it on - it's THAT comfortable. Straps: They adjust well and give a good range for just about any body. I found that the girls are not sagging and are well supported. Sure, it would be easier to have them adjust in the front instead of the back, but once you make your adjustment, it's not like you have to do it every day (unless you're switching back and forth between racer-back and standard). BTW, I am wearing it as a racer back today, and it's fabulous! Padding: Unless you have literal bullets for nipples, there is no way they're gonna poke through the padding. The cups are not overly padded, which is really nice IMO, because too many bras have quite heavy padding, which is hot and uncomfortable and makes your chest look fake. Embellishment: The mesh portion on the upper cups is really attractive and lies perfectly. I haven't found issues with gapping, unevenness or seams showing through the clothing. I suppose if you wore a really tight top that is maybe silk or satin, you might see something. But for everyday use, the seam is it is not an issue. Bottom line: I am ordering two more bras today in different colors. If there is any deviation from this review regarding quality, etc., I will update this review. HOPE THIS HELPS! UPDATE (11/14/24): Still 5 STARS! I've been losing weight (down about 35 lbs. since June), so I've ordered several more of these bras in 36DD & 34DD along the weight-loss journey. They remain my "go-to" bra. Even after repeated wearing and washing, they are super durable and have retained their shape and fit. I'm about to go to a 34D and will definitely be ordering again - will use the larger ones for working out at the gym ;-).

This is the best bra I've ever owned. Lightweight but supporting for a 38D bust size. Fit is perfect & very comfortable. Just enough padding to smooth you out & keep you looking natural. I've purchased 3 already & now my daughter wants one too. Thanks Bali, a name you can trust

Attractive color & style, a bit snug but comfortable

I have been on a new bra hunt. Several months ago I decided that the underwire had to go and sort of successfully found some that work-BUT they are still poking me under the arms with a piece of plastic. My husband inadvertently put my underwire bras in the dryer and now all have bent hooks, so it's time for new ones. We have 1 Kohl's store locally and nothing else, so finding a selection is limited. Back to Amazon. I started reading reviews and looking at how many were purchased, etc. I have worn Bali bras before and know that they seem to hold up well and fit me. My only problem with this is the "modesty layer", I am a 40DD and have NEVER had any kind of padding-why do bra companies do this? I don't want or need it. But, in reading the reviews, many talked about how thin this was and especially how comfortable these bras are. So-my thought, "I'll order one and try it and return it if I don't like it". Well, I don't like it, I LOVE it! This is by far the most comfortable bra I have ever worn. It definitely is true to size and I don't mind or notice the "layer". Most importantly, NO POKING, especially under the arms! I can come home and take it off and not have red marks on my body. It is soft, cool, not overly tight (but still supportive) and looks pretty. I love the upper mesh part on these. I do have one comment as several others mentioned, the fabric on the hook part is a little scratchy but only when putting it on. I am a "spinner"-I cannot reach behind me to hook the bra, I have to hook in front and spin around my body (yeah, not good, I know), and it's a little scratchy when doing that, but once on, it's fine. I have now purchased 4 of these in various colors and am hopeful that they will hold up. These are convertible straps (I may never use that feature) and as others have posted, the strap adjustment is in the back. No problem, adjust once and that's fine. I also noticed while trying on non-underwire bras that many had very short straps-I am 5'2" and frequently have to shorten them a lot. Many of the non underwire ones had very short straps that I still had to shorten. These do not, they are more "normal" in length. The price was great too, as the retail is $48 on these (why are bras so ridiculously expensive???). At $23, I feel like I can purchase several. I am QUITE pleased with this and would highly recommend!

Fit, support and comfort all great for a 38DD, 60 year old. Good coverage but not too much to keep it from being sexy. The little details are pretty. Got it in rouge and the lilac is on the way.

This would have been a 5-star rating based on the first bra I ordered and received. I ordered the Blush pink color in a 42B, and I have to say, it is a comfortable, well-made bra. I also love that it feels very breathable and doesn’t make me feel hot at all. I have a very hard time finding plus-size bras that don’t have massive cup sizes (hello, not all plus sized ladies have gargantuan breasts!) so I was so happy to find this one. I loved the first bra so much that I ordered a second bra in a different color (Black). For some reason, the black one felt significantly smaller/tighter around the bust (despite ordering the exact same size: 42B), so I will be returning it as it’s not nearly as comfortable as the first color that I ordered. I might try again and order another one- maybe the 2nd one in black was labeled with the incorrect size. PROS: Inexpensive, breathable & lightweight CONS: Two different color bras in same size of this brand don’t fit the same

I love this bra! It’s so comfortable, I forget I’m wearing it and often don’t even take it off before bed. It has juuuuuust enough padding to cover any nip slips, although I would prefer a tad bit thicker padding, because if I’m wearing a super thin shirt…all bets are off. I would give 4.5 stars simply for that reason. But it fits great, is true to size, and the cup coverage is great, it doesn’t feel like my girls are spilling out of each side, which I appreciate greatly. You can’t see it under clothes, which is also super nice. It has excellent support, and is easy enough to put on and take off! I wear this bra ALL the time. So much so, that I believe it’s time to buy another one haha, this one is getting a bit stretched out since it’s been so long.

This bra is so comfortable. Breathable and is an underwire. Smooth cups, but not thick, perfect for t shirts. Quality, great fit.

Love this bra. I bought my first one several years ago while holidaying in USA. It is so comfy and smooth and gives a nice shape and finish under t-shirts. I love it that much I now have several in different colours. Happy that I've now found it to buy on Amazon UK.

It nice at first touch. The padding should have been a little thicker as it’s not a welcome sight under a thin T-Shirt. The cups a little small. I expected a fuller cup.

Excelente producto! Acomoda super bien y esta muy lindo

Very happy with product fit and quality

Usually when I buy a bra off I always find it fits too tight or the straps cut in and it's uncomfortable for the first couple of days where this bra fits perfect right away feels like it's your old comfy bra so soft I ordered another one