Bra Type
Demi-Cup Bras
A demi cup covers roughly half the breast, cutting across the upper portion. It sits between a balconette and a full cup in coverage, though the exact cut varies more by brand than most other categories.
Construction
Construction varies the most brand-to-brand in this category; what one label calls demi, another might call balconette. Judge the actual cut rather than the name alone.
Common fit challenge
The reduced top coverage means overflow is more likely here than in a full cup, especially once you move. A demi that looks fine standing still can overflow when you lean forward or raise your arms.
What to check
- Check top-edge containment specifically while moving, including raising arms and leaning forward, not only standing still.
- Compare the actual cut against a balconette and a full cup from the same brand if fit seems inconsistent with the label.