Tape the chest to wear a backless dress without a bra

Have you finally had a chance to wear a backless dress? Use breast tape to shape everything perfectly without having to worry about the bra sticking out or slipping down. Furthermore, the chest strap allows you to choose the level of support you want. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know to fix your bust and look great in backless dresses.

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Use gaffer tape (cloth tape) or medical tape

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Gaffer tapes and medical tapes have the best support. “Breast tape” can be used to describe anything from duck tape (oh, don’t use it) to breast pads. However, if you’re looking for something a bit stronger then use gaffer tape or medical tape. If you have sensitive skin, you should choose medical tape.

Looking for Kim Kardashian’s favorite breast tape? She uses gaffer tape when she wears deep neck dresses.

Test your skin before you stick it on

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The adhesive of the tape can cause skin irritation, so you need to test it first. If you have never used chest tape before, cut a small piece of the tape to stick it on your chest and wait 24 hours. If your skin becomes red or starts to itch, peel off the tape immediately and find an alternative. If after a day, the skin is still okay, you can safely use adhesive tape. ^{[1] X Research Source}

If you already know you’re allergic to glue, stay away from all breast tapes and any other type of tape.

Wash and dry the skin

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Make sure the skin is not slippery to stick. Take a shower and use a mild body wash to remove dirt and oil from your skin. Dry the skin and avoid applying any lotion or sunscreen as it will reduce the stickiness of the tape.

Cover your nipples with cotton pads or breast pads

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Adhesive tape can be painful, so you should protect the nipple before applying. You can use a cotton pad. This way, you can protect your nipples and avoid pain or irritation when you remove the breast tape. ^{[2] X Research Source}

Moreover, this step also helps to prevent the nipple from being exposed when wearing a skirt. If you are concerned about this, breast pads or cotton pads are a must!

Cut 4-6 pieces of tape

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Use scissors to cut pieces of tape about 30 cm long; so you will paste faster. Make sure the bandages are about the same distance from the bottom of your chest up to just below your shoulders. ^{[3] X Research Sources}

Most chest tapes have paper that protects the adhesive, so it won’t stick before you peel it off. If your tape doesn’t have a backing, you can stick the edge of the tape on the tabletop to make it convenient.

Breast lift with one hand

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Raise one breast to the desired position when wearing a skirt. Stand in front of a mirror to make it easier to see, then use one hand to raise your chest. Gently lift the breasts and hold them in place while the tape is applied. ^{[4] X Research Sources}

If you find it difficult to find the right position for your breasts, you can put on your favorite bra to see how much lift it has, then take it off and use your hands to lift it up to that level.

Stick the tape just above the bust

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Support the breasts by sticking from the bottom up. Peel off the piece of paper from the back of the tape, then gently place the bottom edge of the tape on the base of the chest. Press the tape down until it is close to the skin and stop when it reaches the collarbone. ^{[5] X Research Sources}

Still use one hand to hold the chest while applying the tape to ensure that the chest remains lifted in the correct position.

Use both hands to smooth wrinkles

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Flatten the tape so it doesn’t show. While applying the tape from the bottom up, use your hand to smooth the surface of the tape. Don’t worry about the small wrinkles – you just need to pay attention to the big wrinkles to prevent them from showing up underneath the skirt. ^{[6] X Research Sources}

Once the first piece of tape is flat, you can apply a second piece to the other breast.

Apply extra tape if necessary

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Depending on the type of skirt you’ll be wearing and the size of your breasts, you may need extra tape. If a piece of duct tape is enough to support your breasts, leave it alone! But if you need more support, you can apply 1-2 more pieces of tape, starting from the bottom of the chest. That way, you can ensure your breasts are firmly supported all night long.

The placement of the tape will depend on the dress straps. If your dress has wide, thick straps with a deep neckline, you’ll need to tape the tape to the outer edge of the bust (near the armpit).
If you’re wearing a strapless dress, you’ll need to apply the tape horizontally instead of vertically.

Trim the tape so it doesn’t show when wearing a skirt

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Put on the skirt and carefully trim the tape so it doesn’t come out. Once the bust is fixed in place, it’s time to tweak it to perfection! Use scissors to carefully trim away the pieces of tape so that the entire tape is not exposed. ^{[7] X Research Sources}

This step can be a bit difficult if you do it yourself, so don’t be afraid to ask a friend to do it for you.

Use oil and hot water to peel off the chest tape

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Once the night of the party is over, you can use hot steam or baby oil to peel off the breast tape. Take off your skirt and stand in the shower for about 5 minutes. Get out of the shower and carefully peel off the tape, starting from the top and working your way down. Apply baby oil or olive oil to the skin underneath the tape to make it easier to remove. ^{[8] X Research Sources}

Chest tape is usually disposable, so unfortunately you won’t be able to use it again.

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