Yes — that’s exactly what it was made for. The Unity Tank has a built-in shelf with wide elastic that sits right under the bust to give real lift and support. Unlike regular shelf tops, this one is bra-sized, so it actually fits fuller cup sizes without seams cutting across your boobs. It can fully replace your wired bra for everyday activities.

Nope — and that’s intentional. We skipped the removable padding because it bunches in the wash, shifts, and rarely sits right. The fabric is double layered for coverage (definitely not see-through), and most people feel comfortable without anything extra. But if you want more nipple coverage, you can always add your own nipple covers or pads of your own underneath.

It’s designed to follow your curves without clinging too tightly. The top is shaped at the waist to give the impression of a curve-hugging silhouette — but the fit isn’t tight. If you’ve got wider hips, you don’t need to size up. If the fabric is stretched at the hips and starts to ride up, that’s a sign you’re in the wrong size. In the right size, it’s the perfect balance between too loose (tenting under the bust) and too tight (rolling up).

It’s a full-length tank, not cropped. We’ve fit-tested it on a range of heights and body shapes — even longer torsos — and it still offers the right coverage. If you’re used to sizing up in tanks for extra space for your bust, you won’t need to with this one.

You absolutely can. The Unity Tank is made from swim-grade fabric and elastics, so it holds up in both saltwater and chlorine. Just pair it with your favorite bikini bottom — or our matching Balance Bikini Bottom — and you’re good to go from yoga class to pool day.

Yep — and not in the way most people think. 80% of lift should come from the underband, not the straps. The Unity Tank has a built-in shelf with wide elastic that’s positioned right under your bust to anchor everything in place and do the heavy lifting. The wide straps then help distribute weight, further providing lift without putting all the pressure on your neck and shoulders.