Don’t look now, but the warmest months of the year are right around the corner. If you’ve been keeping an eye on the latest arrivals to hit your favorite store, you may have already noticed that retro pieces, including the ones inspired by the sultry ‘70s, are front and center among summer’s biggest trends. We can’t express how much the iconic decade’s return has sparked our sartorial creativity, especially for the heat of summer. But it also comes with some skin-baring silhouettes, which means you’re going to need the best halter bras and other dedicated underpinnings for any type of neckline to keep everything in place.
Finding the perfect bras that suit your summer fashion pieces—all of them, that is—is often easier said than done. But luckily, I’ve scoured the internet to find the styles that’ll work with every type of tricky neckline. So whether you plan to try out the twisted-halter trend you’ve seen everywhere on Instagram or sport a plunging top for your next outdoor social, you’ll find the only convertible bras you need below.
Halter
Trust us—this is the bra you can wear with nearly anything.
When the halter neckline also means an open back.
Just in case you’re the type of person who prefers bralettes.
Between the light padding and underwire support, there’s no going wrong.
This could be a summer top on its own.
You’ll get so much use out of this one.
We love a multi-use bra, and this one comes with removable padding.
Strapless
Thanks to Spanx’s SmartGrip technology, you’ll never have to worry about this bra falling down. Plus, this style is available in sizes 32A to 40DDD.
You won’t go wrong with this comfortable option.
If you have a top that’s strapless and plunging, you need this bra.
Wear this bra whenever you want complete and utter comfort.
For the moments when you want a bit more support.
The lace detail on the straps is just too pretty.
There’s a reason this bra has a 4.7-star rating based on nearly 1500 reviews: It stays up and holds everything in place.
Plunge
If you have a V-neck tee and want a comfortable bra to wear under it, reach for this cotton bralette.
Whether you plan to wear a formal dress or a cute going-out top, this affordable option will be perfect for any plunging neckline.
With its removable straps, you’ll find so many ways to wear this.
Planning on wearing something with an open neckline? Wear this bra.
Without a doubt, this plunging, backless bra will be one of your go-to options for the season.
Maidenform’s Plunge Bra comes with a low-back converter to give you even more versatility.
Backless
Simply put, this will be virtually undectable under your tops.
When you want the support of a regular bra but need something with an open back, Simone Perele gives you just what you need.
You’ll feel so secure wearing this.
Because sometimes, you need minimal coverage.
Just stick this bra on and you’re ready to go.
You won’t have to worry about any bra lines here.
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