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.

Maitresse 1950s Bullet Bra – Classic Black Satin Bullet Bra

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Maitresse 1950s Bullet Bra L6070

£46.75 GBP

Choose your size

Step back into the golden age of glamour with our Maitresse 1950s Bullet Bra, the most authentic way to achieve that iconic, pointed silhouette of the mid-century era. Crafted in luxurious black satin, this soft cup bra offers both structure and comfort while recreating the unmistakable conical shape loved by vintage fashion icons.

At a Glance:

Colour	Black
Style	Soft Cup, no underwire
Fabric composition	Satin: 100% Polyester
Country of manufacture	India

Discover helpful fitting tips for our bras by scrolling down this page, just below the images. 📏 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! 💕be and a true celebration of mid-century style.

The band for our Maitresse 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)

Designed for true vintage enthusiasts, our Maitresse black satin bullet bra is a faithful reproduction of the original 1950s styles, made without underwires so your natural shape fills the cup for that classic pointed profile. The same satin is used across our other ranges, making it easy to mix and match with your favourite suspender belts, girdles, and knickers for a perfectly coordinated lingerie drawer.

The 1950s Bullet Bra

Every detail of this piece is designed to capture the essence of the era. Non-stretch satin forms the cups, while minimal elastic at the back and between the cups ensures a snug yet comfortable fit. The distinctive spiral stitching reinforces the classic bullet shape, offering gentle support and a striking vintage look beneath your dresses and blouses. Whether you’re styling an original mid-century piece or a reproduction dress designed with a conical bustline in mind, this bra transforms your silhouette into pure 1950s glamour.

Lovingly made in our long-standing Indian factory—where some of the same skilled machinists have been with us since 2003—this black satin bullet bra exemplifies What Katie Did’s commitment to quality and craftsmanship. It’s a design so iconic that it’s been spotted on celebrities including Katy Perry, Rihanna, and Lady Gaga, cementing its place as a modern classic for lovers of vintage style.

Indulge in the timeless allure of the 1950s with our Maitresse Bullet Bra. A lingerie essential for anyone seeking an authentic silhouette, it’s the perfect foundation for your retro wardrobe and a true celebration of mid-century style.

Our Black Satin Bullet Bra is definitely our signature product. Beautifully crafted with a soft-cup spiral stitch, that is supportive, comfortable and 100% period-perfect.

A bullet bra for that iconic 1950s silhouette

Our Maitresse Black Satin Bullet Bra coaxes your breasts into the perfect 1950s conical shape. Sits differently to a modern bra, which pushes the breast inwards and upwards. You'll find the retro silhouette it gives, which upgrades the look of both true vintage and reproduction vintage fashion
Our Maitresse Black Satin Bullet Bra is made from non-stretch satin with just a tiny piece of elastic between the cups, and at the back by the hooks and eyes.

At What Katie Did we use traditional bra sizing methods where your band size is 3-4 inches smaller than your actual underbust measurement so it is a good idea to check the band size of your favourite fitting bra 'as worn' to check, if you are new to our brand.

While you should be the same size as a modern bra if you're an A-D cup, our bullet bras have limited stretch and you might prefer a looser fit. If you are a DD+ and shop with 'true sized' brands you probably will have to ‘sister size’ by going up a band size, and down a cup size. Find out more on our Lingerie Sizing Page.

Our black satin bullet bra is made from 100% polyester exclusive of trim and has been made in the same factory in India since 2003, where we still have some of the same machinists from the very beginning!

Bullet Bra FAQs

The band for our bullet bras has very limited stretch so please check your underbust measurement and compare to the sizes in the individual's product size chart.

1. Lean over and coax your breasts into the cups

2. Adjust shoulder straps: this can make a huge difference!

3. Adjust breasts again using a ‘swoop and scoop’ method to ensure that your breast is comfortably filling the cup.

4. For an extra pointy shape, or if you are between sizes, add a pair of bullet bra pads.

A note of the fit of soft cup bras: with larger cup sizes in particular they might not tack (sit right on the breast bone) to your centre chest. This doesn't mean the fit is incorrect on you: the important things to consider are whether you have a smooth line (no quad-boob), are comfortable, feel supported and like the look!

Our Padded Bullet Bra was originally designed for smaller cup sizes and gives a very dramatic pointed shape. Yes, Padded Bullet Bras were around in the 1950s and were extremely popular.

The thin layer of foam means that the bra keeps it's shape and this bra is a favourite of Drag Queens, Supermodels and Performers: Violet Chachki, Kate Moss and Rihanna have all been seen in this bra, as well as burlesque performer and singer Miss Polly Rae who originally requested us to produce this style!