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Instead of searching everywhere for that "invisible" bra to wear with a semi-sheer top or a special dress, why not take a completely different style approach with a bra that’s meant to be seen? This gorgeous and super-luxe bra features stretch silk for a flawless fit, a hot color and pretty moonstone details that beg not to be hidden.

$101.50 (on sale from $145) at figleaves.com

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You’re probably familiar with disposable petals - the perfect secret weapon for a no-show appearance under thin tops. This new Coverlette from Udder Cover improves upon the design with a waterproof, reusable version that can be worn over 40 times with no extra adhesives. Made with hypoallergenic silicone, just rinse with water and mild soap after each wear and the adhesive regenerates itself - a great value and convenience over one-time use nipple adhesives.

$18 at uddercover.com

Get 15% off everything at uddercover.com through 6/19/05, use code 15OFF-SB. Orders over $50 get free shipping too.

Did you know that 8 out of 10 women are wearing the wrong size bra?

One of our "style chefs" (and we won’t say who) learned this fact the hard way during a recent bra fitting with the Chantelle experts at Saks. After years of wearing a 36C, our editor (who again, will remain anonymous) was dismayed to learn she’s actually a 34D. Of course, armed with this new information, the bra fitter swiftly selected the perfect bra which, amazingly, did not ride up in the back or slip off the shoulders.

If you haven’t been properly fit for a bra recently, click here for tips on how to determine your size at home. Or, you can always visit Liliana in the Chantelle department at Saks in NYC - and tell her an anonymous StyleBakery editor sent you.

Chantelle Lingerie is a proud supporter of Dress for Success, which provides interview suits, confidence boosts and career development services to economically challenged women making the transition into the workforce. Purchase one of four top-selling Chantelle bras through May 31, 2005 and they will donate $2 to the program.

A: It’s funny you should ask, Barbra, as we were discussing this very topic backstage at The View last week. Several of us were raving about the Wacoal Seamless Minimizer. Hands down the best minimizer we’ve tried, it’s comfortable, completely smooth under clothes and offers a rounded and minimized silhouette. Yes, it’s a little pricey, but trust us it’s worth it!

$58 at figleaves.com or barenecessities.com
Also available at Bloomingdale’s and department stores nationwide



A less expensive alternative is the Lilyette Seamless Embroidered Minimizer which receives our second place award for best minimizer. One thing to note, you may experience a slight "pointiness" with the first few wearings, but this will disappear after a few washings leaving you with a rounded appearance.

$28.50 at figleaves.com or barenecessities.com
Also available at Bloomingdale’s and department stores nationwide

If a prettier bra is what you’re after, we featured the Bali Lace Desire Minimizer last week on The View. It also offers coordinating panties for a matching set.

$24 at figleaves.com or barenecessities.com
Also available at Bloomingdale’s and department stores nationwide

We invite you to weigh in on your favorite minimizer bra using the comments link below.