Do you really know? Can going braless be good for you?
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Dec 13, 2025 The braless trend, ignited during lockdown, has captured attention with celebrities like Dua Lipa embracing it. The podcast delves into the traditional roles of bras, highlighting their support and shaping benefits. Surprisingly, it reveals there's little scientific backing that bras prevent sagging. Ultimately, the decision to go braless is portrayed as a personal choice, influenced by comfort and individual preferences. Join the conversation about this modern underwear revolution!
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Braless Trend Grew During Lockdowns
- Nearly half of women ditched their bras at least once a week during COVID-19, mainly for comfort.
- Celebrity braless appearances and social trends suggest the shift may outlast lockdowns.
Benefits May Be Overstated
- Bras can provide support during exercise and change breast shape with styles like push-ups.
- However, major claimed benefits such as preventing sagging lack solid scientific evidence.
A Cultural Choice, Not Just Fashion
- The move away from bras also reflects rejecting social norms that sexualize or shame uncovered breasts.
- Going braless can be framed as prioritising comfort and personal preference over expectation.