With the warm weather, I've been finding that I have been getting overheated from my bras, and I wonder if others have similar incidents and how the keep cool wearing bras.
I have had that problem with push-ups or padded bras. They "insulate" and so retain the heat. Nice in winter, but in summer not so much.
I have some bras that are almost like lingerie that I wear. They are sheer and lightweight. The downside is that they can make nipples more visible, since there is no padding to keep them under control. Wearing a baggy top can hide that, but I have discovered that most people either don't notice or don't care.
While moving, I wore tighter, lightweight tops that were comfortable for the long drive. Perhaps the perception is that when it is hot, it doesn't matter. I prefer to dress more conservatively, but I had no stares, and I was cool and comfortable.
When I jog for a while or otherwise work out for a while I tend to get sweaty and the bras do get wet too. I work in an air conditioned space and so is my car. If the temperature is in the upper 80s or 90s I can sweat too.
I do not wear push-up bras often however I have been wearing them more often recently. I wear lightly padded bras. As long as I am in an air conditioned space and not exerting myself much physically I do not sweat and my bras stay dry.
In the evening, I often do not wear a bra at home.
Chrissy
When I transitioned, bras were awesome! They were the most incredibly affirming piece of clothing I could wear. After a year or two, I realized how incredibly hot they were in the Summer. Unless I'm wearing something that demands a bra, I don't wear one at all now.
Love always -- Jessica Rose
I cannot imagine not wearing bras away from home or beach if one is big up there, such as with 400cc - 500cc and more implants or D or bigger cups. I would think that support is needed or at least it seems advised. But, as I am only a B cup I cannot speak for women with those breast sizes. I would not know from experience. Maybe a bra is not needed except for exercise support. I would think though that the band of the bra for support would make it easier on the back over time.