Does it really make the bust look smaller?

Yes. It is a minimizer with full-coverage cups and a hidden sling, and owners say it visibly reduces a larger bust.

Will it smooth back and side bulge?

That is its main design goal. A micro-thin spacer fabric band runs around the back and sides to smooth bulge under clothing.

Is it comfortable for all-day wear?

Owners say yes. They describe the fabric as soft but firm and report wearing it comfortably through the day.

Does it show under fitted tops?

Reviewers say the smooth front and back coverage stays undetectable under clothing.

It comes in band and cup sizes with fully adjustable straps and a hook-and-eye closure. Check the brand's fit guidance for your size.

How does it compare with other minimizers?

It pairs minimizing with back and side smoothing, which many minimizers skip. The trade-offs are mixed value opinions and a narrow color range.

Where is the Wacoal Women's Back Appeal Minimizer Bra cheapest?

At Von Maur, for $36.00, 50% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Wacoal Women's Back Appeal Minimizer Bra?

Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 237 ratings. Buyers like: Fits well and provides great support; Effectively minimizes and reduces a larger bust; Looks flattering and undetectable under clothing. Common complaints: Opinions about value for money are mixed; Only two colors available.

Where can I buy the Wacoal Women's Back Appeal Minimizer Bra?

12 stores we checked sell it, including Von Maur, eBay, Bloomingdale's, Zappos.com, Curvy Bras.

Wacoal Women's Back Appeal Minimizer Bra Price History: $36.00

What reviewers say

4.3 / 5237 ratings

Owners rate it highly for fit, support and smoothing. Many say it visibly reduces a larger bust and disappears under clothing. The recurring complaints are mixed feelings on value and the narrow color choice.

What people mention

FitPraisedOwners say it fits well and gives firm, reliable support.
MinimizingPraisedReviewers report it visibly reduces the look of a larger bust.
SmoothingPraisedThe spacer band and full coverage smooth the back and sides under clothes.
ComfortPraisedBuyers describe the fabric as soft but firm and wearable all day.
ValueMixedOpinions on whether it is worth the money are split.
Color choiceCriticisedShoppers note only two colors are offered.

From Zappos.com

Full-coverage cups with supportive underwires and a hidden sling
Micro thin spacer fabric band designed to minimize back and side bulge
Back and side smoothing control for everyday comfort
Dot jacquard fabric with accent sheen
Fully adjustable straps
Hook-and-eye closure

Sizes: 32DDD, 34C, 34D, 36C, 36D, 38C, 38DDD, 40C, 40D, 40DDD, 42DDD, 42G
Materials: 86% nylon, 14% spandex
Sizing: Customers find this minimizer bra fits well; one reviewer with a small back and G cup said the fit is perfect
Care: Machine wash cold and line dry
Returns: Return any unworn, unwashed items in the original packaging with tags and, if applicable, the protective adhesive strip intact; returns that fail to follow thes
Shipping: Free shipping and free returns

About the Wacoal Women's Back Appeal Minimizer Bra

This minimizer bra has full-coverage cups with supportive underwires and a hidden sling. The band is made of micro thin spacer fabric, which is designed to minimize back and side bulge.

The bra smooths the back and sides for everyday comfort. It is made of dot jacquard fabric with an accent sheen. The straps are fully adjustable, and the bra closes with a hook-and-eye closure.

Material: 86% nylon, 14% spandex
Cups: Full coverage
Support: Underwires and a hidden sling
Band: Micro thin spacer fabric
Fabric: Dot jacquard with accent sheen
Straps: Fully adjustable
Closure: Hook-and-eye
Sizes: 32DDD, 34C, 34D, 36C, 36D, 38C, 38DDD, 40C, 40D, 40DDD, 42DDD, 42G
Care: Machine wash cold, line dry