Quick answer
For the best fit in the Vela Wireless Bra, take your underbust and bust measurements, then use the size chart to match your band and cup. The bra's soft cup structure, underbust and side reinforcement, and internal pockets for pads or prosthetics mean you should focus on band snugness and cup coverage for secure, all-day wear.
Why sizing a wireless bra is different
Unlike underwire bras that rely on a rigid frame for lift, the Vela Wireless Bra uses a soft cup structure with underbust and side reinforcement. This means the band does more of the support work, so getting a snug but comfortable band measurement is critical. The full-coverage lace neckline also affects how the cup fits: if the lace gapes or digs in, your cup size may need adjusting.
What to consider with internal pockets
The Vela Wireless Bra includes internal pockets designed to hold optional pads or prosthetics. If you plan to use these, your cup fit may change slightly because the pocket adds a thin layer. We recommend trying the bra first without any insert to establish your baseline size, then adding the pad or prosthetic to see if you need to go up a cup size for comfort.
How to find your Vela Wireless Bra size
- Measure your underbust: Wrap a measuring tape snugly around your ribcage, just under your bust. Keep the tape level and snug, not tight. Round to the nearest whole inch. This is your band size.
- Measure your bust: Wrap the tape around the fullest part of your bust, keeping it level and not too tight. Round to the nearest whole inch.
- Calculate your cup size: Subtract your band size from your bust measurement. Each inch of difference equals one cup size (1 inch = A, 2 inches = B, 3 inches = C, etc.). The Vela's soft cup and full-coverage lace may fit slightly differently than a molded cup, so be prepared to try a sister size if the lace wrinkles or the band rides up. If the band feels loose on the loosest hook, go down a band size and up a cup size (sister sizing).
- Check the band fit: The band should feel snug but not dig in. You should be able to slide two fingers under the band. If it rides up in the back, the band is too large.
- Adjust the straps and lace: The straps should sit comfortably without slipping. The full-coverage lace neckline should lie flat against your skin without gaping or cutting in. If the lace gapes, try a smaller cup; if it cuts in, try a larger cup. The lace is decorative but functional—if it doesn't lay flat, the cup fit is off.
Product facts at a glance
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Vela Wireless Bra, White / Mist: Designed for strong support without wires, with a soft cup structure, underbust and side reinforcement, and full-coverage lace neckline. The reinforced band and sides mean the bra's support comes from the band fit, not the straps, so accurate underbust measurement is key.
Vela Wireless Bra, White / Mist
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Vela Wireless Bra, Mauve: Internal pockets allow for optional pads or prosthetics, making it versatile for post-surgical healing or everyday shaping. If you use the pockets, you may need to adjust cup size for a comfortable fit without compression on the insert.
Vela Wireless Bra, Mauve
Who is the Vela Wireless Bra best for?
Best for
- Anyone seeking strong support without underwire, especially for all-day wear or post-surgical recovery
- Those who want a versatile bra with internal pockets for pads or prosthetics
Not ideal for
- People who prefer a very structured, molded cup that hides nipples completely (the soft cup and lace are more natural in shape)
- Those with a very large cup size (above G/H) who may need additional underwire support for lift
