Vintage Lingerie, Shapewear & Dresses | 1940s

Padded Bullet Bra L6035

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$23.75 $47.5 In stock

Category: Retro

β˜… Bestseller β˜… Our padded bullet bra is designed specifically for smaller busts, delivering a dramatically pointy 1950s silhouette in luxurious satinβ€”a favorite of supermodels and drag queens alike.

Period-correct non-stretch band: scroll down for measurements to find your perfect fit. πŸ‘‡

At a Glance:

Colour Vintage peach or black
Style Soft Cup, no underwire
Fabric composition Satin: 100% Polyester 5mm foam: polyester Lining: cotton with elastane
Country of manufacture India

πŸ“ We're a small and friendly team here at What Katie Did, and we're always happy to assist you with sizing questions. Our goal is to ensure you find your perfect fit the first time around!

The band for this Bullet Bra has very limited stretch.

Band Measurements (middle hook) Band Measures Band will stretch to (as worn)
Size 30 25" (63.5cm) 26.5" (67.5cm)
Size 32 27" (68.5cm) 28.5" (72.5cm)
Size 34 29" (73.5cm) 30.5" (77.5cm)
Size 36 31" (78.5cm) 32.5" (82.5cm)
Size 38 33" (84cm) 34.5" (87.5cm)
Size 40 35" (89cm) 36.5" (92.5cm)

Our 1950s Padded Conical Bra offers a faithful twist on a mid-century icon. Designed especially for smaller cup sizes, it delivers lift with a distinctly vintage edge while celebrating the bold femininity of the era. Circular stitching, inspired by the original 1950s conical bras, ensures that signature silhouette.

First created for a burlesque star who wanted dramatic projection without the need for separate pads, this style remains a favorite among performers and vintage purists. The padded bullet bra enhances your shape with a sculpted, high-pointed profile true to its roots.

Crafted in smooth satin and featuring lightly padded cups, this 1950s Padded Conical Bra delivers both comfort and confidence. The elastic center front offers flexibility, and the snug, non-stretch band is true to original vintage lingerie designs.

Style your padded bullet bra under a fitted sweater for that classic bullet shape, or wear it as a show-stopping stage piece. This bra is a true celebration of period style and a versatile addition to your lingerie drawer.

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Customer Reviews (4.5 / 5 Β· 4 reviews)

Charlotte X. β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

The satin feels genuinely luxurious against my skin, and the padding gives that sharp 1950s point I was after. As someone with a smaller bust, I didn't expect this much lift and shape.

Adam W. β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

I was worried a padded bra would look fake on a smaller chest, but the satin cups sit smooth and the padding gives real lift without gaping. Wore it under a fitted dress and the bullet shape held up all night.

Sofia A. β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

The satin feels genuinely luxurious, and the padding gives me that sharp 1950s point without any weird creasing under a sweater. I sized up on a whim and it still sits smooth, honestly the best retro silhouette I've found for a smaller bust.