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What Happens When You Stop Wearing a Bra? We Asked Experts<\/h1>\n

Are you someone who finds comfort in sweatpants most of the time? Perhaps you’re also one of the many people with breasts who have chosen to forgo wearing a bra at home. It makes a lot of sense. Who wants to be poked and prodded by underwire when they’re wearing their coziest clothes and have nowhere to go?<\/p>\n

But while ditching a bra might offer some temporary comfort, you probably haven’t thought about the long-term effects of not wearing a bra. So what really happens to your breasts when you stop wearing a bra?<\/p>\n

Turns out, the answer is a little more complicated and conditional than a simple yes or no. We talked to a handful of bra and breast health experts, and the verdict on whether wearing a bra or not wearing is actually bad for your breasts (or for you) is still out. At the end of the day (or the beginning, in this case), whether you want to put on a bra is entirely up to you, but knowing all the potential risks and consequences, as well as some of the advantages, of going braless can help you make the best decision for you.<\/p>\n

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What to Know About the Effects of Wearing\u2014and Not Wearing\u2014a Bra<\/span><\/h2>\n

Not wearing a bra might contribute to eventual breast sagging.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Since the dawn of time\u2014OK, 1889\u2014bras have been considered the best way to support your, erm, assets.<\/p>\n

\u201cBreasts are composed of dense glandular tissue which is supported by ligaments\u2014specifically, your Cooper\u2019s ligaments\u2014which anchor the breast to the chest wall,\u201d explains Andrew J. Shapiro, MD. \u201cAs women age, the dense glandular tissue is replaced by fat and the suspensory ligaments can stretch out, contributing to sagging.\u201d While there are many factors that contribute to sagging (a.k.a breast ptosis)\u2014genetics, breast size, and gravity, to name a few\u2014wearing a bra can help limit the stretching of your Cooper\u2019s ligaments.<\/p>\n

Ditching your bra once or twice will not cause long-term sagging, however, however years and years of going braless\u2014especially<\/em>\u00a0if you are a C-cup or larger\u2014can eventually catch up with you, according to prosthesis specialist Elisa Lawson. \u201cI’ve seen some very young women who are very saggy because all through their teenage years when they were full-breasted, they [didn\u2019t wear] bras that really supported [them],\u201d Lawson notes.<\/p>\n

One study previously suggested that not wearing a bra could decrease sagging\u2014but it’s inconclusive.<\/span><\/h3>\n

A 15-year-long study, concluded and published in 2013, seemed to find that forgoing a bra could actually\u00a0decrease<\/em>\u00a0any sagging. According to the study, the support of a bra can weaken the tissue surrounding the breasts, causing them to droop. “Medically, physiologically, anatomically\u2014breasts gain no benefit from being denied gravity. On the contrary, they get saggier with a bra,” the study’s author, professor Jean-Denis Rouillon, MD, PhD, of Besan\u00e7on Regional University Hospital Center, Besancon, France, had said in a\u00a0radio interview<\/a>.<\/p>\n

However, a decade later,\u00a0Jen\u00e9 Luciani Sena<\/a>, bestselling author of\u00a0The Bra Book<\/em>, is calling the study \u201cscientific clickbait.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThat study looked at a relatively small sampling of women and a short amount of time: It did not look at factors like whether one woman had breastfed and been pregnant,\u201d she says. \u201cWhile we have muscles beneath our breasts, our breasts themselves contain no muscles, therefore working out or resting them literally does nothing.\u201d<\/p>\n

Breasts will sag naturally due to gravity and age\u2014two factors that are out of our control. But just know that leaving your bras and bralettes in their dresser drawer isn’t the biggest or likeliest culprit behind natural breast sagging.<\/p>\n

Not wearing an ultra-tight bra may help improve your circulation.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Though many experts emphasize the importance of wearing a supportive bra, there\u2019s a difference between supportive and suffocating. In fact, the Montclair Breast Center noted that wearing a bra that\u2019s\u00a0too<\/em>\u00a0tight can cause circulation (and even cardiovascular) issues. While unhooking your underwire is often a moment of sweet relief after a long day, Lawson says that the itch to fling off your bra shouldn\u2019t even happen in the first place.<\/p>\n

\u201cA bra should not be uncomfortable, and if it’s uncomfortable, it probably isn’t fitting properly,\u201d Lawson says. Speaking of comfort, you\u2019ll also want to pick out your bra based on what you\u2019re doing. (After all, that wireless, barely-there bralette won\u2019t do you any favors during a grueling HIIT class.)<\/p>\n

\u201cThe minute you become more active, you need to support your breast, which is why a sports bra is a different style of bra and has a compression fit,\u201d Lawson explains. \u201cYou don’t need that kind of a bra on for everyday activities.\u201d<\/p>\n

But not wearing a bra might also strain your back.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Of course, a bra can impact more than your breasts. Not having a bra’s support can put a strain on your back and wreak havoc on your posture. If you’re going on a walk or working out, you might want to strap on a bra. (Your back will thank you!) Lawson adds that\u00a0<\/em>not wearing the\u00a0right<\/em>\u00a0bra can also do a number on your back.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf the bra isn’t fitting you properly across the front\u2014if the band isn\u2019t snug enough\u2014all the weight of your breast is falling on your shoulder straps,\u201d she explains.\u00a0 \u201cAnd that is continually going to keep pounding into your shoulder, which will eventually [irritate] your back.\u201d<\/p>\n

If wearing a formal, wired bra is out of the question, you can still find a happy medium with a sports bra or bralette. If you do want to invest in a few sports bras, consider looking into styles with an adjustable closure. That way, you can help create a fit that’s supportive, not constricting.<\/p>\n

The Benefits of Going Braless<\/span><\/h2>\n

It could refine your muscle tone.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Although going braless can pose issues for some people, there are a few benefits of choosing to do so. For starters, not wearing a bra is commonly believed to refine your muscle tone, according to Dr. Brynna Connor. “Not wearing a bra forces the muscles in your chest and back to work harder to support your breasts, and this engagement may lead to improved muscle tone over time.” However, the research surrounding this facet of breast health is still inconclusive\u2014remember to be vigilant of how your body feels.<\/p>\n

It can improve skin health.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Additionally, going braless can promote\u00a0skin health<\/a>\u00a0through less wear and tear of bras. “Especially those that are too tight or not fitted properly can cause sweat to build up underneath the breast area, which can cause bacterial or fungal infections,” Dr. Connor says.\u00a0“Going braless, even for short periods, can help prevent painful chafing and rubbing along the shoulders, rib, and back.”<\/p>\n

The Bottom Line<\/span><\/h2>\n

So, the million-dollar question: What happens when you don’t wear a bra? Ultimately, according Dr. Shapiro, there are no known health risks associated with not wearing a bra.\u00a0\u201cThere is no \u2018wrong\u2019 answer,\u201d Dr. Shapiro says. \u201cIf you find that you\u2019re the kind of person who\u2019s comfortable and confident without a bra, that\u2019s fine.\u201d<\/p>\n

He does confirm, however, that some people with breasts\u2014especially those with a larger bust\u2014often experience physical symptoms such as back and neck pain due to the weight of the breasts, which can be alleviated by wearing a bra. While you don’t need to worry that your breasts will sag and age 30 years overnight if you do go braless, it’s worth giving bras some credit for offering the support you need to look perkier for longer and help keep you free of aches and pains.<\/p>\n

The key, however, is to wear a bra that\u2019s supportive\u00a0and<\/em>\u00a0comfortable. After all, very few things can cramp your style like wearing a rigid, constricting bra. “A good bra needs to have good support to be comfortable,” says Dora Lau, founder of DLI, a company that develops bras for global brands. “The support is in the band and wings, not the shoulder straps.”<\/p>\n

The band should be snug and comfortable. If you\u2019re a size C or larger, Lau recommends going up a cup size and down a band size to find your perfect, comfortable bra size. Learn\u00a0how to measure bra size<\/a>\u00a0to get a bra that actually fits, and then check the\u00a0best places to buy bras<\/a>\u00a0to find your favorite new style.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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