bralette

noun

bra·​lette ˈbrä-lət How to pronounce bralette (audio)
plural bralettes
: a soft bra with no wires or cups and often with thin, removable pads
… a beautiful bralette to wear as both an undergarment or a crop top if you're really trying to up the ante on your going out looks or headed to a music festival.Marquaysa Battle
Meet the bralette, the underwire bra's kid sister. She's a dainty little thing, all flimsy straps, lace, and minimal padding.Heather Schwedel

Examples of bralette in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The actress opted for a daring yet sophisticated ensemble, donning a sheer black blouse layered over a delicate lace bralette. Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 11 Mar. 2024 The photo shows the 34-year-old cookbook author and lifestyle entrepreneur reclining against two cafe chairs and wearing a nude bralette, blazer and strappy white sandals, while cradling her bump. Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 1 Mar. 2024 The underwire in the bralette isn’t your average underwire, either. Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 2 Mar. 2024 Pair it with a variety of different matching tops like this triangle top or this bralette. Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 14 Feb. 2024 Chill Chest Support For Ultimate Lounging Comfort Enhance your wardrobe with cute and relaxed bralettes, perfect for lounging or adding a touch of charm to any outfit. Poppy Morgan, Rolling Stone, 15 Nov. 2023 The briefs are cut to a mid-rise, and the matching bralette features a hook fastening at front and slim adjustable straps. Felicity Carter, Forbes, 12 Feb. 2024 Peeking through underneath was a black lace bralette that took her look up a notch. Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 8 Feb. 2024 Those who prefer traditional bras to bralettes with sizes above a 40 band and an E cup. Courtney Leiva, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bralette was in 1973

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“Bralette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bralette. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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