10 Weird Bras You Never Knew You Needed In Your Life
The "underboob bra" brings cleavage to a whole new level.
Finding a good bra is tricky—everything from the cup size to the padding to the straps have to be exactly right. Thanks to technology though, it seems like the future of lingerie will make life easier for all of us. From heart rate monitor bras to bras that make your underboob look fab, here are ten transformative over-the-shoulder-boulder-holders.
1. The "underboob bra"
Yup, this bra has no bottom... which, kind of defeats the purpose of a bra giving you support, but hey, this one is all about showing off that underboob! The "Nichole" Cap Sleeve Open Cut Bralette covers the shoulders with sheer lace and then exposes the bottom half of your boob with straps that go underneath. Sort of like chaps, I suppose.
2. This bra with pockets
If you lose your purse a lot when you go out, you should totally invest in the Joey bra. This piece of lingerie comes complete with side pockets that hold your cellphone, ID, keys and money. It also has sexy lace detail and a light push up so you'll actually feel like you're wearing a normal bra while also carrying all your valuables.
3. The bra that only unhooks for "true love"
Japanese company Ravijour created a bra that only unlocks when a woman likes the man she's with. No, it's not magic—the bra has a "built-in sensor that reads the woman's heart-rate signal and sends it to a special app via Bluetooth for analysis." Technology at its finest!
4. The emergency bra
OK, this might seem ridiculous but you never know when an emergency calls! This bra transforms into "two respiratory face masks in case of an emergency to reduce inhalation of harmful airborne particles when specialized protective devices are not available to the public (such as natural disasters or accidents)," according to its website.
5. The pocketed sports bra
The Swoob is perfect for runners—it has three water-resistant interior pockets to stow your phone, keys and money so you don't have to worry about carrying a bag with you when you go to the gym.
6. The "booby pack"
In yet another pocketed bra, the booby pack is basically a fanny pack for your boobs. It has micro mesh lining that's sweat-resistant along with water-resistant and zipper-enclosed pockets. These are perfect for music festivals so you can look stylish and carry everything all at once!
7. Trusst Bras
Trusst Bras are supposed to be heavenly for ladies with big boobs. Instead of relying on straps to keep everything in place, which can be really uncomfortable, these bras support 80% of breast weight from underneath the bust instead.
8. The Tweeting bra
Don't underestimate technology—the high tech "tweeting bra" created by Nestle Fitness tweets each time it's unhooked. This bra made waves in 2013 because it was used to promote breast cancer awareness and need for self-examinations. Unfortunately, it looks like it's not available now, but it is definitely something to marvel at. Who knows what social technology will bring next to the lingerie department?
9. Heart rate monitor bra
Another great bra for runners, this sports bra comes equipped with a built-in heart rate monitor that saves you the hassle of wearing an annoying strap. The battery lasts more than 8 months and has high-tech sensors that remove humidity/sweat from your body.
10. Wine rack bra
Every girl needs a wine rack bra in her life—how else is she supposed to survive awkward family parties? These bras are basically a comfortable sports bra, but come with a bladder to hold 25 ounces of your favorite booze, so you can be drunk enough to force a smile when your aunt talks about all of your cousin's accomplishments.