The 8 Best Push-Up Bras Testers Say Gave the Most Lift Without Sacrificing Comfort

Skims's push-up bra was thoughtfully designed using 3D scans of real women's breasts, so it can actually fit different figures accurately. The unique teardrop-shaped cups lift the chest with added padding on the sides, eliminating bulk and allowing for maximum cleavage with a natural shape. The plunging neckline is particularly ideal for lower-cut tops too.

One thing I and other GH analysts love about Skims bras is the inclusive range of "nude" shades the brand offers, with six skin-tone colors plus black to choose from for a more natural, camouflaged look under clothing. The material is silky smooth with a high shine.

TEST RESULTS: We and seemingly everyone else loves Skims's bras, as collection drops from the brand repeatedly sell out. This style is my personal favorite push-up bra and my favorite product from Skims. The bra adds the perfect amount of cleavage (a lot without feeling like I'm spilling out of it) and smooths the chest for a full and rounded look.

Because the bra is meant to really lift the breasts, the band can feel snug, according to the brand. I fluctuate between a 32- and 34-inch band and opted for the larger size for a more comfortable fit. When I laundered the bra at home, it also held up well without changing in appearance. It even looks great when I pull it out of my crammed underwear drawer, keeping its shape without puckering.

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With band sizes through 46 and cup sizes through H, this push-up style from Curvy Couture is a bra made specifically for those with large chests. Wide-set straps provide the support bigger busts need, and the straps are thick, which keeps them from digging into shoulders and causing unwanted irritation.

The sides of the bra band are made of a power mesh material for a smoothing effect, and the u-shaped design helps prevent the bra from riding up your back.

TEST RESULTS: Because this style is specifically designed for larger busts, it offers push-up padding but no so much that it leads to bouncing or bulging over the cups. It's still a fuller coverage style.

The bra features lace detailing with rhinestone embellishments, so I would note that it may be difficult to conceal the bra completely under clothes, but the brand carries less-embellished options if you want something more discreet.

The power mesh fabric designed for smoothing is also ideal for breathability—the material isn't completely opaque, so it allows air to make its way through, preventing sweaty bra bands—my least favorite part of wearing a bra.

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Pepper designs its bras exclusively for small chests, including those with AA, A, and B cups with band sizes 30 to 42. Instead of just taking a bra designed for larger cups and then sizing it down, this one is actually made with thoughtful details like shallower cups and shorter underwires.

If you prefer a bra without an underwire like me, Pepper recently launched a wireless version with push-up padding that online reviewers loved and I recommend.

TEST RESULTS: Our consumer testers who tried bras from Pepper were happy to find a style that fit their chests without gapping or slippage. They were also blown away by how great their chests looked in Pepper's fan-favorite T-shirt bra, which finally provided the support they needed, even without the extra-padded push-up of this featured style. One tester explained, "The cups make my breasts look rounder and fuller at the top."

A few testers struggled to find their proper size because they weren't used to shopping for properly fitted bras, so be sure to review the size guide before buying instead of just sticking with your typical size.

The bras performed well in our stretch recovery and washability tests, meaning they should maintain their shape with regular use and should feel supportive over time. While we thought the bras looked great with no major signs of wear, some testers noted issues with the material fraying after laundering.

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If you don't normally wear a push-up bra but just want to have the option, ThirdLove's take on the push-up bra has removable padding. Leave the inserts in for a more pronounced look, or take them out for an easy, everyday style.

Regardless of whether you choose to use the padding or not, the bra has a low, plunging neckline that's easy to wear under deeper tops. And it comes in half-cup sizes in case you're in-between cups or your chest size fluctuates depending on the time of the month. (I opt for the D1/2 for my best fit).

TEST RESULTS: I love to bring an adjustable bra like this while I'm traveling, since it acts like two separate bras in one and takes up less space in my bag. According to our consumer testers, the bra's material is smooth and lightweight, with one tester describing it as "airy."

The bra received near-perfect scores for appearance, thanks to the cleavage-enhancing neckline and cute mesh detail. Referring to the mesh material, one tester shared, "It made it more than just your average everyday full-coverage bra and felt a little sexy!" Testers also gave it high ratings for support, noting that the straps stayed put without sliding down and that the band wasn't restrictive.

When we washed and dried this bra in the Textiles Lab, we reported noticeable shrinkage, so it's important to follow the brand's recommendations of handwashing the bra and laying it out to dry to keep it in tip-top shape.

Not all padded push-up bras have to be structured with an underwire. Take this wire-free style from Aerie's Sunnie collection. The bra has molded cups, a four-row hook-and-eye closure, and adjustable straps, so it's still supportive but doesn't have a wire that digs in.

TEST RESULTS: For the entirety of my college years and well into post-grad life, I exclusively shopped Aerie's Sunnie collection because the material is so buttery and smooth. This particular style has always been one of my favorites. It's rare to find a bra that's so comfortable you don't notice it's on, let alone a super comfortable push-up bra. And compared to any other wired style I've worn, this bra gives me the most noticeable lift and cleavage.

When we've evaluated other bras from the brand in the Textiles Lab, the wireless styles and bralettes have stood out in our assessments, and testers have given them high scores for comfort, appearance, and overall satisfaction.

I've laundered mine dozens of times and feel as though it holds its shape well overall. However, the edges of the cup start to curl out with extended use and washing, so the outline of the bra becomes more noticeable under clothes with time.

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If you're searching for maximum lift and a total bombshell effect, look no further than this Victoria's Secret bra. This ultra-padded push-up bra adds up to two cup sizes of fullness to your chest for an extreme boost.

The silky, smooth material doesn't cling to your clothes, creating a more seamless look. Combined with the plunging neckline, it honestly looks pretty invisible under low-cut tops, despite having about an inch of push-up padding. The bra straps and band are also easy to camouflage because they're on the thinner side, but they can dig in if you have a larger chest.

TEST RESULTS: I and several other GH analysts who have said the bra lives up to its boosting claims, highly recommend it—but only if you really want a curvy, enhanced effect. One expert who has owned several models of the style shared, "I'm so impressed by the amount of lift I get from this bra," and added, "I was surprised by how supportive and comfortable it is."