Are Bullet Bras in Fashion?

Yes — the bullet bra is firmly back in fashion. Once beloved mainly by vintage aficionados, the 1950s bullet bra has been revived on the runways by designers like Miuccia Prada, who sent models down the catwalk at Miu Miu’s Fall 2025 Paris show wearing pointed bras under pastel knits and pencil skirts. W Magazine even declared the cone bra “a new fashion,” with Schiaparelli, Dolce & Gabbana, and Jean Paul Gaultier all reimagining the iconic silhouette. The revival has sparked a surge in demand, with Harper’s Bazaar reporting searches for “bullet bras” jumping 57% since February’s shows. Even The Telegraph highlighted our Maitresse Bullet Bra by What Katie Did as a chic and accessible way to embrace the trend, noting its glamorous satin finish and fraction-of-the-price alternative to Miu Miu’s versions. Whether worn with vintage pieces or styled as a bold fashion statement, the 1950s bullet bra is undeniably in vogue for 2025.

Who Has Worn What Katie Did’s 1950s Bullet Bra?

Our Maitresse 1950s Bullet Bra has become a true icon, gracing magazine covers, editorials, and even the silver screen. Most recently, Dua Lipa wore it for Vogue magazine, following in the footsteps of supermodel Claudia Schiffer and actress Gwyneth Paltrow, who have also showcased it in Vogue editorials. Rihanna famously wore the black satin bullet bra on the cover of GQ, while Victoria Beckham has been photographed in it for both Harper’s Bazaar and Grazia. With its authentic 1950s silhouette and timeless appeal, the Maitresse Bullet Bra continues to be a favourite among stylists, celebrities, and fashion insiders looking to capture true mid-century glamour.

How Long Has What Katie Did Been Making Bullet Bras?

What Katie Did has been creating authentic 1950s-inspired bullet bras since 2003. Our Maitresse Bullet Bra was the first bullet bra we designed as part of a complete lingerie set, allowing vintage lovers to coordinate their bras, knickers, and suspender belts for a truly period-correct look. We’ve been perfecting the style ever since, and our bullet bras are still made ethically in the same trusted factory in India, where many of the original machinists continue to craft these timeless pieces by hand.

What is a bullet bra and how does it work?

A bullet bra (also known as a cone bra or conical bra) is a structured bra designed to create a pointed, forward-facing silhouette. Unlike modern bras, it uses spiral stitching and precise cup construction rather than padding to shape the bust, resulting in the iconic 1950s look.

Why is the bullet bra essential for 1950s fashion?

Authentic 1940s and 1950s clothing was designed to fit over the conical silhouette created by a bullet bra. Without it, vintage garments often don’t sit correctly. A bullet bra helps achieve the sharp, lifted “sweater girl” shape that defines mid-century style.

What makes the Maitresse Bullet Bra different from modern bras?

The Maitresse Bullet Bra is made using traditional techniques, including spiral stitching and a period-correct non-stretch band. Unlike modern bras that rely on stretch fabrics and moulded cups, it shapes the bust through construction, offering a more authentic vintage silhouette.

Why is the Maitresse Bullet Bra made in black satin instead of traditional colours?

Most original 1950s lingerie, especially in the UK, was produced in practical shades like white or beige. The Maitresse Bullet Bra reimagines this classic design in black satin, combining authentic structure with a more striking, modern aesthetic.

Are bullet bras comfortable for everyday wear?

Yes—bullet bras can make your bust appear larger. By shaping the breasts into a forward-projecting, pointed silhouette, they create more visual prominence than modern bras. In fact, if you take your measurements while wearing a bullet bra and compare them to a modern bra, you’ll often find the measurement is slightly bigger. Before breast augmentation became common, this structured shape was the original way to enhance and emphasise the bust.

Do bullet bras make your bust look bigger?

Bullet bras don’t add volume through padding, but they can make the bust appear more prominent due to their forward-projecting, conical shape. This creates a more defined and structured silhouette compared to modern bras.

What is the difference between a bullet bra and a cone bra?

There is no real difference: “bullet bra,” “cone bra,” and “conical bra” are all terms used to describe the same 1940s–1950s style. “Bullet bra” is the most commonly used modern term.

A woman with red hair poses in a black lingerie set consisting of a black bullet bra, high-waisted briefs, sheer black gloves, and seamed stockings leaning against a white brick wall next to a vintage bicycle.

Soutien-gorge conique « maîtresse » années 1950 L6070

£46.75 GBP

Choisissez votre taille

★ Bestseller ★ Notre soutien-gorge conique Maitresse en satin noir, la pièce qui a tout lancé, est fabriqué dans la même usine depuis 25 ans, créant avec une authenticité précise la silhouette emblématique de la «sweater girl» des années 1950.

Bande non extensible conforme à l'époque — faites défiler vers le bas pour les mesures afin de trouver la taille parfaite. 👇

En un coup d'œil :

Couleur	Noir
Style	Bonnet souple, sans armatures
Composition du tissu	Satin : 100 % polyester
Pays de fabrication	Inde

Découvrez des conseils utiles pour l'ajustement de nos soutiens-gorge en faisant défiler cette page, juste en dessous des images. 📏 Nous sommes une petite équipe amicale chez What Katie Did, et nous sommes toujours ravis de vous aider avec vos questions de taille. Notre objectif est de vous assurer de trouver votre taille parfaite du premier coup ! 💕être et une véritable célébration du style du milieu du siècle.

La bande de notre soutien-gorge conique Maitresse a très peu d'élasticité.

Mesures de la bande (crochet du milieu)	Mesures de la bande	La bande s'étirera jusqu'à (une fois portée)
Taille 30	25" (63.5cm)	26.5" (67.5cm)
Taille 32	27" (68.5cm)	28.5" (72.5cm)
Taille 34	29" (73.5cm)	30.5" (77.5cm)
Taille 36	31" (78.5cm)	32.5" (82.5cm)
Taille 38	33" (84cm)	34.5" (87.5cm)
Taille 40	35" (89cm)	36.5" (92.5cm)

Remontez le temps jusqu'à l'âge d'or du glamour avec notre soutien-gorge conique Maitresse des années 1950, le moyen le plus authentique d'obtenir cette silhouette emblématique et pointue du milieu du siècle. Confectionné en luxueux satin noir, ce soutien-gorge à bonnets souples offre à la fois structure et confort tout en recréant la forme conique inimitable, adorée par les icônes de la mode vintage.

Conçu pour les véritables passionnées de vintage, notre soutien-gorge conique Maitresse en satin noir est une reproduction fidèle des styles originaux des années 1950, fabriqué sans armatures pour que votre forme naturelle remplisse le bonnet, créant ainsi ce profil pointu classique. Le même satin est utilisé dans nos autres gammes, ce qui facilite l'association avec vos porte-jarretelles, gaines et culottes préférés pour un tiroir à lingerie parfaitement coordonné.

Fabriqué avec amour dans notre usine indienne de longue date — où certains des mêmes machinistes qualifiés sont avec nous depuis 2003 — ce soutien-gorge conique en satin noir illustre l'engagement de What Katie Did envers la qualité et l'artisanat. C'est un design si emblématique qu'il a été repéré sur des célébrités telles que Katy Perry, Rihanna et Lady Gaga, cimentant sa place comme un classique moderne pour les amoureuses du style vintage.

Laissez-vous tenter par l'attrait intemporel des années 1950 avec notre soutien-gorge conique Maitresse. Un essentiel de la lingerie pour toutes celles qui recherchent une silhouette authentique, c'est la base parfaite pour votre garde-robe rétro et une véritable célébration du style du milieu du siècle.

Notre soutien-gorge conique en satin noir est sans aucun doute notre produit phare. Magnifiquement confectionné avec un bonnet souple à coutures spirales, il est de soutien, confortable et 100 % conforme à l'époque.

Un soutien-gorge conique pour une silhouette iconique des années 1950

Notre soutien-gorge conique Maitresse en satin noir met en forme vos seins pour obtenir la silhouette conique parfaite des années 1950. Il se porte différemment d'un soutien-gorge moderne, qui pousse le sein vers l'intérieur et le haut. Vous apprécierez la silhouette rétro qu'il confère, sublimant l'apparence des tenues vintage authentiques et des reproductions vintage.
Notre soutien-gorge conique Maitresse en satin noir est fabriqué en satin non extensible avec juste un petit morceau d'élastique entre les bonnets et à l'arrière, près des agrafes.

Chez What Katie Did, nous utilisons des méthodes de taille de soutien-gorge traditionnelles où la taille de votre bande est de 3 à 4 pouces plus petite que votre mesure réelle de tour de sous-poitrine, il est donc judicieux de vérifier la taille de la bande de votre soutien-gorge préféré « une fois porté » pour vérifier, si vous débutez avec notre marque.

Bien que vous devriez avoir la même taille qu'un soutien-gorge moderne si vous portez un bonnet A-D, nos soutiens-gorge coniques ont une élasticité limitée et vous pourriez préférer un ajustement plus ample. Si vous portez un bonnet DD+ et que vous achetez des marques « à taille réelle », vous devrez probablement « ajuster la taille sœur » en augmentant d'une taille de bande et en diminuant d'une taille de bonnet. Pour en savoir plus, consultez notre page sur le dimensionnement de la lingerie.

Notre soutien-gorge conique en satin noir est composé à 100 % de polyester, à l'exception des finitions, et est fabriqué dans la même usine en Inde depuis 2003, où nous avons encore certains des mêmes machinistes depuis le tout début !

5 stars: 24 (75%)
4 stars: 6 (19%)
3 stars: 0 (0%)
2 stars: 1 (3%)
1 star: 1 (3%)

My partner and I love this and the set.

The bullet bra was beautifully made

The bullet bra was lovingly packaged and beautifully made and fits perfectly. Thank you Katie and your team for your love and care that goes into every garment.

The Maitresse Bra lives up to all your bullet bra expectations!

The Maitresse Bra is beautifully constructed and lives up to all your bullet bra expectations! The video on how to fit your bullet bra was handy for a new comer to vintage lingerie. My sweater girl dreams come true. Only hitch was I need the extra padding, but the bullet pads were sold out. I didn't have to wait long for them to be restocked, and another order was placed along with another style bra. The quality of What Katie Did bras is worth the shipping costs to Canada. I would definitely recommend What Katie Did to other lingerie lovers.

Simple Glamour

So pleased: pleased to find a simple, stylish and comfortable bra. No longer 20, or 30 or even… I’ve become tired of being pushed, shoved and padded. This bra is one that works without the needs for wires or pads - the structure is amazing. Uplift in every way. Thank you. RM

Love this bra! In hindsight I wish I had sized up to a 32B or perhaps even a C so I could fit the bullet bra pads (I am normally a 30B or C in my every day bras that run much looser in the band) however I love that the bands run smaller like vintage bras, compared to most modern bras, as it can be difficult to find a band tight enough to fit me!

Perfect.

The joy it bought was unsurpassable. Great fit great look. Very happy

Lovely bra

The set I bought was really lovely but I have to say a little surprised that it doesn’t come with any nice packaging. I feel like vintage style lingerie shoved in an bubble envelope cheapens it

You have to buy the pads to make this bra work

I feel a bit ripped off because it wasn't until I got the bra I realised you need some inserts to make it sit right. They should just sell them together.

Perfect

Wow.. not only is this a very eye catching bra but it is extremely comfortable, so lightweight with no horrible padding or wires. Gives 100% support. Would highly recommended!!

Absolutely fantastic, as usual, saving for my next purchases from your new collections. I never by underwear anywhere else.

Perfect Size, Nice fitting.

Actually was looking for a white colour but adjusted with the one available. Nice product 😀. Advise if a white colour is available so that I can order.

Having a new bullet in a size that fits better is just the happiest thing ever. Since becoming a runner, everything on me shrank. This bra really makes me feel like myself again.

Beautiful underwear

This bra is an iconic undergarment- live it 😊

First one of these

Had been mulling over buying a bullet bra for a while. Bought as part of the set. Quality is as expected. Make sure you measure exactly as there is little give in the band. Very much a vintage must have.

Long time fan

This is my fourth bullet bra from WKD - I also have it in the peach and two of the nylon limited edition styles. I love this bra - it is so comfortable I once accidentally forgot to put on a sports bra to exercise and didn't notice til I was done. I don't have or use bullet pads because I like the shape I get without them - which, depending on the fabric of my top, is a little or a lot less "vavoom". It is a great sweater bra but also a wonderful day to day bra. Especially for folks like me who can't wear underwire and despise padding.

Nice fit.

Sizing?

I love thèse bullet bras. They’re very comfortable & easy to wear. But I’m confused about the sizing.
I tried a smaller size because that’s what a friend recommenddd. But it was a little too tight, and just pushed the girls together.
So I tried my regular size, and the band fit well, but the “points” didn’t fill while the boobies wet still sort of smooshed.
So should I try a bigger cup? Padding? Am I adjusting myself wrong?

Hi there,

I'm sorry to hear you are having trouble with the sizing of your bullet bra.

If you pop us an email at mailorder@whatkatiedid.com we can offer some more precise sizing advice for you.

Kind Regards,

WKD x

This thing looks like it’s from Wish. It feels more like a polyester blend than actual satin. It runs pretty small, thankfully I got the 4 inch extender, yet the cups are ginormous. I can’t even stuff them with the pads I got as well. The cups leave a ginormous “pancake” nipple which I NEVER saw mentioned anywhere, same with another bra that I got. The detailing just blows on these things; the “nipples” are flat and deflated and someone mentioned they look “fake and awful”. There is also no support whatsoever.

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Fit is great and arrived in time

I love my bullet bra

I have the Latte Satine which is an amazing bra, but this is very lovely! It’s extremely comfortable. I sized up on the band and down in cups and fits amazing. Oh under the Jayne knit sweater gives the 1950s sultry look.