A padded bandeau bra is a delight for women with small breasts. While they definitely make your breasts appear bigger and fuller, they also provide comfort because of the fabric of the bandeau bra which is mostly microfiber and cotton. Although you also get variations in lace and other materials, they are reserved mostly for those special occasions such as a date or a party.

Among padded variations of bandeau bras, you can again find many options such as light to heavy padding, removable pads and even silicone and gel pads. All of them have the same purpose but you can choose what you want depending on your lifestyle and requirements.

For example, a removable pad is great when you want to use the bra for multiple purposes such as using it under casual clothes and dresses or using it as a bikini. Light padding is great for the summer months when it is impossible to even think of wearing a bra while heavy or double padding is apt for parties and formal dinners.

Silicone and gel pads have been all the rage for the past few years and lingerie manufacturers have extended these pads to almost all kinds of bras. Though they are nothing different to a standard pad, they claim to provide better cushioning. The only problem is that over a period of time, the gel could dry out or even leak out, rendering the bra useless.

If you search for a padded bandeau bra online, you will notice that almost all of them come with removable pads, facilitating multi use. Unless you know your size well, it is better to purchase bras from a store where you have the option of trying them on. This way at least you can easily exchange them if they don’t fit you although the down side is that you might have to visit several stores to find something that fits your needs.