Reco Bra® - Post-Surgical Bra - BLACK
£54.00 including VAT
View Reco Bra® - Post-Surgical Bra - BLACKReco Bra®, a unique post surgery recovery bra
Designed by a lymphoedema clinician for recovery after all types of breast surgery.
Supporting recovery. Protecting healing. Restoring confidence.
Suitable for breast cancer surgery, mastectomy, lumpectomy, breast reconstruction, cosmetic breast surgery, lipofilling and breast implant removal (explant), the Reco Bra® is designed to support you from the first day after surgery through every stage of recovery.
No wiresCompression zones knitted into the fabric
Double front openingOpens fully and allows for swelling
Longline bandSoft, flexible, and helps hold dressings in place
Patented designUS design patent D1131981, with UK and EU registered designs
Your journey
Answers to your questions.
Just diagnosed
Understanding what happens next, and what you may need.
Preparing for surgeryWhat to pack, what to buy, and what to ask your team.
The first days afterDrains, dressings, dressing yourself, and sleeping.
Weeks two to sixSwelling, refitting, movement and getting comfortable.
Longer-term healingRecovery does not have a six-week finish line.
Welcome to Reco Heart
Whether you have been recommended the Reco Bra® by your surgeon, breast care nurse or another healthcare professional, we're here to help you feel confident about your recovery.
The Reco Bra® has been specifically designed for the immediate recovery period following breast surgery, combining gentle support, comfort and carefully considered clinical features to help protect and support you as you heal.
Choose your type of surgery below to find fitting guidance and information relevant to your recovery.
Breast cancer surgery
Mastectomy, lumpectomy and reconstruction. A longline band that sits away from drains, and a front opening that allows for swelling.
Read the fitting advice
Cosmetic and plastic surgery
Augmentation, reduction and uplift. Even compression that supports implants medially and laterally, without the uniform squeeze of a sports bra.
Read the fitting advice
Lipofilling
Fat transfer needs the right temperature and gentle, even hold. Breathable fabric that holds wadding in place without pressing on the graft.
Read the fitting advice
Implant removal
When a breast implant is removed, the breast tissue and surrounding skin can contract and settle as the space left by the implant reduces, resulting in temporary swelling and bruising and possible changes in breast volume, shape, firmness and skin laxity as the breast heals.
Read the fitting advice
Designed for all types of breast surgery, for women, transgender and non-binary patients alike. Examples include skin sparing and nipple sparing mastectomy, autologous flap reconstruction such as DIEP and TRAM, lumpectomy, lymph node removal, breast reduction, uplift (mastopexy), wire guided biopsy, nipple corrections and oncoplastic surgery. It is also suitable after heart or thoracic surgery where your team recommends gentle compression. See the full indications for use
Designed for recovery, made for everyday wear
The Reco Bra® has been thoughtfully designed to meet the unique needs of women recovering from all types of breast surgery. Its seamless, wire-free design provides gentle, comfortable support during the critical healing period, while a range of carefully considered features help make recovery easier. These include exclusive Devan Bi-Ome® antimicrobial technology, which helps keep the bra fresher for longer, providing hygiene confidence when it needs to be worn day and night.
Double front opening
Opens fully without raising your arms, and adjusts as swelling changes day to day.
Knitted compression zones
Support is built into the fabric itself, so there are no wires anywhere near your surgery site.
Adjustable soft straps
Wide, cushioned and easy to alter one-handed, even with limited movement.
Longline band
Sits low and flexible on the torso, away from drain sites after mastectomy and reconstruction.
Devan Bi-Ome® fabric
An antimicrobial finish, independently lab-tested against the wound bacteria that matter after surgery.
Seamless throughout
Nothing to press or rub on an incision, which is what makes it wearable around the clock.
Class 1 medical device · CE and UKCA marked · Oeko-Tex Standard 100 · Latex free · Designed in the UK
Designed by a breast care clinician, shaped by thirty years of hands-on experience
The Reco Bra® and Reco Brief® were developed by a lymphoedema practitioner with more than thirty years of hands-on clinical experience caring for women following breast surgery, bringing together clinical insight, patient needs and thoughtful garment designs to support women throughout recovery.
Nicole de Havilland has treated breast surgery patients for the NHS and privately, with practising privileges within the Ramsay Hospital Group and at The Princess Grace Hospital in London.
Reco Bra® took four years to design and launched in 2017. It is now chosen by patients, clinics and leading UK hospitals.
Trusted by the people who see recovery every day
I swore by Reco Bra® after my mastectomy and reconstruction. Finally a longline bra, so it does not rub drains. Soft, comfy, fits every size, with a double front opening to allow for swelling. Washable and just fantastic!
“Designed at every level from material to shape, specifically for the post-surgery setting, the Reco Bra® ticks all of the boxes.”
“I continue to recommend this bra without hesitation to all of my breast surgery patients in the private sector and the NHS.”
“We have used these bras in our practice for some years and feedback from our patients is wonderful. They are soft, easy to put on and so comfortable. Far more superior than other post surgical bras. I recommend them to all of my patients.”
Worn and recommended by clinical teams at Macmillan · The London Clinic · King Edward VII's Hospital · Bupa Cromwell Hospital
As seen in Live to 100 with Dr Amir Khan
The Reco Bra® features in the Spring 2026 edition of Live to 100, the health magazine fronted by TV doctor Dr Amir Khan.
Read the edition online (opens in a new tab)Hear from women who have worn the Reco Bra®
Google reviews left by women after breast reconstruction, breast implant removal and breast reduction, quoted as written.
Recommended by both my oncology and plastics teams and honestly the best recommendation ever. 18 months since bilateral mastectomy and diep flap reconstruction I am still wearing these fabulous bras at night. So comfortable and easy to wear. Cannot recommend highly enough. Also excellent customer service.
Ordered for post explant surgery. 24 hr wear for three months. Week two and I should definitely have purchased more. It's supportive, let's skin breathe and soft in the wound area.
Recommended by surgeon post breast reduction surgery. Easy to wear, wash and very supportive.
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Your usual bra size is all you need
Start with the size you normally wear. Depending on your procedure you may need to go up or down by one or two cup sizes. Six sizes cover bands from 26 to 52 inches and cups AA to G plus, and the front opening adjusts as swelling comes and goes.
Questions, answered
Which surgeries is Reco Bra® suitable for?
All types of breast cancer surgery including mastectomy, lumpectomy and reconstruction, cosmetic and plastic breast surgery, lipofilling, breast implant removal, and cardiothoracic procedures.
How long should I wear a post surgery bra?
Most surgeons recommend wearing a post-surgical bra 24 hours a day for around six weeks after surgery. Reco Bra® is designed for exactly that: it can be put on in theatre and worn comfortably day and night. Always follow the advice of your own surgeon or breast care nurse.
How do I know what size to order?
Measure under your bust and across the fullest part, then use the size finder. Six sizes cover bands from 26 to 52 inches and cups AA to G plus. If you are between sizes, or swollen, take the larger one.
Can I buy a post surgery bra without paying VAT?
Yes, if you are buying because of a qualifying medical condition such as breast cancer surgery, your purchase is zero rated for VAT. You complete a short declaration at checkout. Purchases following elective cosmetic surgery are not eligible.
What makes Reco Bra® different from a normal bra?
Compression zones are knitted directly into the seamless fabric, so there are no wires or seams near your surgery site. The longline band sits away from drain sites, the double front opening allows for swelling, and the Devan Bi-Ome® finish keeps the fabric fresher between washes. Reco Bra® is a CE and UKCA marked Class 1 medical device.
Clinics and hospitals: Reco Bra® is stocked by breast units across the UK. Bespoke packaging, logo bras, patient leaflets and brochures are available.
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