12 Chic Sweaters and the Bras to Wear With Them

When wearing a sweater that hugs your shape it's all about enhancing curves. This bra, from Victoria's Secret's So Obsessed line, boosts your cup size while creating a smooth and seamless silhouette.

Kenzo Striped Ribbed Wool Turtleneck Sweater, $455; Net-a-Porter.com

So Obsessed by Victoria's Secret Add-1 1/2-Cups Push-Up Bra, $49.50-$56.50; VictoriasSecret.com

Under the peekaboo pattern of this sweater, you want a full-coverage nude bra that hints at skin and doesn't compete with the stripes and bright shade.

Miu Miu Striped Wool Sweater, $790; MyTheresa.com

Victoria's Secret The T-Shirt Perfect Shape Bra, $39.50-$42.50; VictoriasSecret.com

This open floral design is an airy departure from super-chunky knits, and deconstructed edges give it a cool edge. The clean lines of the bra are sleek and understated beneath the sweater's intricate weave.

Stella McCartney Floral Macramé Sweater, $1,720; MyTheresa.com

Saint Laurent Stretch-Silk Georgette Bandeau Bra, $690; Net-a-Porter.com

Tonal grey-on-grey blend softly when exposed at the armhole. This bra also combats side spillage in two ways; by pushing you up and in, and with special technology that creates a smoothing effect along the edge.

3.1 Phillip Lim Grey Alpaca Sleeveless Turtleneck, $395; Avenue32.com

So Obsessed by Victoria's Secret Add-1 1/2-Cups Push-Up Bra, $49.50-$56.50; VictoriasSecret.com

An exposed collarbone is effortlessly elegant; choose a strapless bra so as not to interrupt the effect. This red sheer number will make you feel emboldened.

Gianluca Capannolo Off Shoulder Cocoon Top, $893, FarFetch.com

Journelle Lace Bandeau, $38, Journelle.com

Rocking a plunging neckline is a bold move, and with a super-low scooped bra beneath it, you'll confidently pull it off. Choose a bra in a nude color, so if it's revealed, it won't distract from the cardi.

P. A. R. O. S. H. Leopard Intarsia Cardigan, $400, FarFetch.com

Fashion Forms Seamless U-Plunge Bra, $34, Macy's.com

This halter-style bra will skim right along the sweater's cutouts, unseen. Let the lace peek out if you want to soften the shoulder-less style's edge, or keep it completely under wraps—your call.

Dion Lee Open Sleeve Knit Top, $545; FarFetch.com

Victoria's Secret Very Sexy Chantilly Lace Unlined Halter Bra, $58.50; VictoriasSecret.com

This silky, lacy bra won't be seen beneath this flouncy sweater, but that, actually, is the point. It's like a delicious little secret under something prim and proper.

Valentino Wool-Alpaca Pullover, $3,890, StyleBop.com

Stella McCartney Clara Whispering Lace-Trimmed Stretch-Silk Soft Cup Bra, $125, BergdorfGoodman.com

A plunging back looks sexiest when it's showcasing nothing but skin. This front-only bra adheres directly to your body, eliminating the need for clasps or straps.

A.L.C. Open Back V-neck Sweater, $325; IntermixOnline.com

Nordstrom Intimates Backless Strapless Bra, $36; ShopNordstrom.com

This sweater is clean and minimalist, so you want a bra that follows the same lines but is pretty enough that if a bit of it shows, it adds accidental sexiness. Detach one bra strap and convert the other to a cross-back style and you're good to go.

Fap Filles a Papa Long Sleeve Sweater, $458; TheCorner.com

Victoria's Secret Bombshell Add-2-Cups Multi-Way Push-Up Bra; $62.50-$65, VictoriasSecret.com

You may contemplate trying to get away with a standard bra beneath a racerback, but then you'll spend half your day adjusting straps. Go for this lacy option; it looks pretty-on-purpose when the edges are seen.

Strateas Carlucci Ribbed 'Action' Dress, $190; FarFetch.com

Cosabella Racie Racerback Bra, $55; Cosabella.com

Layering sheer and solid black pieces is glamorous in an Old Hollywood boudoir kind of way.

Versace Intarsia Effect Sweater, $695; FarFetch.com

La Perla Bra with Mesh Detail, $205; StyleBop.com