One of the most flattering styles of bra to wear under any type of clothing is a padded bra. Padded bras give women the ability to prevent nipple show-through under sheer tops. Wear a padded bra underneath nearly anything in your wardrobe when you want to shape and flatter your bust.

Keep in mind that not all padded bras are the same. With balconette, push-up, and soft cup options, padded bras are designed to give your cleavage a natural and comfortable boost. When shopping, consider specific technical differences such as underwire versus no-wire construction. Some have removable straps, so they can convert to strapless for wear under casual and formal garments. Others come with seamless molded cups with a soft inner bump, special heat-activated memory foam, or light gel pads for optimal cleavage enhancement.