‘Demi’ means half in French. The half cup brassieres that keep the upper portion of the breasts uncovered are called demi bras. Most women need and want this portion of the bra.

Their job is to cover and hold the breast’s lower portion firmly and also to boost the cleavage. If a dress with low cut neckline is to be worn, a demi bra is useful as it is not visible to the naked eye. It does an amazing job at giving you exactly what you need, without being visible to everyone you want to impress! The woman gets a refined appearance due to the lift.

All half brassieres or demi bras have similar characteristics like widely spaced shoulder straps for equal distribution of breast weight. Demi’s underwire bra and a variety of demi bra, have an underwire that gives enhanced support and lift. Fitted with a thick and boned bra band, it works just like push up bras except that it does not have extra thick paddings or removable gel inserts like push up bras.

A number of style variations are available in demi bras, like demi lace bras or demi underwire bras. They are trendy and sensuous, and are designed using different fabrics in a variety of colors and elaborate carved edgings and lace. Stage performers, dancers and celebrities generally wear demi bras as they enhance the bust line and impart an attractive shape.

On the contrary, there are a few drawbacks with demi bras like less support as compared to full bras. If they are not fitting correctly, breasts may look either cut off or appear to protrude.

Unless you are someone with small breasts, these bras aren’t for a daily use. Only a perfectly fitting demi bra can be worn underneath thin or see through materials or t-shirts. A demi bra is supposed to sit in place to be a comfortable accessory because wrinkles, puckers and gaps don’t go well with these bras. The bra should not be riding up and the neck strap should be a perfect fit. It is a no-brainer that when selecting a demi cup bra, women should always pick a bra with a cup size that fits them right and not a smaller size which is the usual inclination. It helps to shop with the knowledge of your cup size before hand. Spandex and Lycra are fabrics that have a property to stretch the bra cup, which is important for a beautiful and comfortable fit.This should help you feel ready and confident!