Lace Bras
A lace bra brings structure and surface together — the same underwire mechanics, balconette angles, and plunge geometries as any other bra, made in a fabric that adds texture, transparency, and a different relationship to the skin.
About this collection
Lace bras work because lace is both a structural and a decorative fabric. Stretch lace moves with the body while holding its shape; guipure and corded lace add visual weight and a more sculptural look; sheer lace panels balance coverage with reveal. The fit mechanics remain the same as any underwire — the band does most of the support work, the wires follow the underbust line, the cups contain without compressing.
This collection brings together lace balconettes, lace plunge bras, lace full-coverage underwires, and lace demi cups from houses including Chantelle, Simone Pérèle, Aubade, Lise Charmel, Fleur of England, Bordelle, La Perla, Kiki de Montparnasse, and our own Journelle Collection. Sizing extends from A through J cup across multiple band configurations.
From the fitting room: lace bras size the same as any other style — the band should be firm and level, the wires should sit flat against the rib cage, and the cups shouldn't gap or overflow. If a lace cup feels rough against the skin, a lining or a size adjustment typically solves it; our fitters can help diagnose the difference. Fittings are free.
Lace Bras
A lace bra brings structure and surface together — the same underwire mechanics, balconette angles, and plunge geometries as any other bra, made in a fabric that adds texture, transparency, and a different relationship to the skin.
About this collection
Lace bras work because lace is both a structural and a decorative fabric. Stretch lace moves with the body while holding its shape; guipure and corded lace add visual weight and a more sculptural look; sheer lace panels balance coverage with reveal. The fit mechanics remain the same as any underwire — the band does most of the support work, the wires follow the underbust line, the cups contain without compressing.
This collection brings together lace balconettes, lace plunge bras, lace full-coverage underwires, and lace demi cups from houses including Chantelle, Simone Pérèle, Aubade, Lise Charmel, Fleur of England, Bordelle, La Perla, Kiki de Montparnasse, and our own Journelle Collection. Sizing extends from A through J cup across multiple band configurations.
From the fitting room: lace bras size the same as any other style — the band should be firm and level, the wires should sit flat against the rib cage, and the cups shouldn't gap or overflow. If a lace cup feels rough against the skin, a lining or a size adjustment typically solves it; our fitters can help diagnose the difference. Fittings are free.
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Women's Lace Bras
Lace bras sit at the intersection of function and craft — structured enough to support, made in a fabric that has been central to lingerie design for over a century. The category covers lace underwire bras, lace balconettes, lace plunge bras, and lace full-coverage styles. At Journelle, we carry lace bras in stretch lace (softer, more forgiving under clothing), guipure lace (bold, graphic, minimal stretch), floral lace (the classic), and embroidered mesh (sheer with lace-like detail).
The difference between a lace bra and a smooth bra comes down to texture and visibility. Lace adds dimension under thin fabrics — it will show under a fitted white t-shirt in a way that smooth microfibre won't. For wear under light clothing, look for stretch lace in a skin tone or for styles with a lining layer. For wear on its own or under loose tops, unlined lace in black, ivory, or a bold colour is the better choice.