If you have ever stood in front of your wardrobe holding a backless top, a strapless dress or a low cut top and thought “what am I supposed to wear under this?”, you are not alone. It is one of the most common styling questions in Singapore’s humid climate and nipple covers (or stickies) are the answer more often than people realise.

Here is what they actually are, how to choose the right ones and where to buy them in Singapore.

What are nipple covers?

Nipple covers are small, skin adhesive discs, usually made from silicone gel that provide a smooth silhouette under clothing without the bulk, straps or visible lines of a regular bra. They are designed for the outfits a normal bra cannot handle: a backless top, a strapless dress, plunging necklines, sheer fabrics or anything with a style that leaves no room for straps or a band.

Unlike disposable adhesive pads, our medical grade silicone nipple covers are reusable. To clean them, wash them with water, let them air dry to reactivate the stickiness and they are good to use again.

What to look out for when buying nipple covers

Not all nipple covers are created equally and the wrong ones can mean visible edges, adhesive that gives up halfway through the day or irritation on sensitive skin. These are a few things worth ticking off the checklist before purchasing:

• Medical grade silicon- this matters both for comfort and for how well it holds onto skin through a full day

• Matte finish- glossy covers can catch camera flashes and show through thin or light coloured fabric

• Reusability- silicone covers that can be washed and reworn are better value than disposable pairs, especially if you reach for them often

Where to buy nipple covers in Singapore

We Perk By Kate carry a dedicated nipple covers and adhesive collection, including the Strapless Backless Nipple Covers, made from medical grade silicone gel designed to hold securely without adding bulk. They are built to be worn discreetly under backless, strapless or sheer outfits. Stick them on dry skin, hold for 10 seconds and they are ready to wear. Wash with water and let them air dry before your next wear to reactivitate the adhesive and they will hold up up to 20-30 wears.

They are available to order online with free shipping, or you can try them in person and get fit guidance at our Singapore Perk By Kate studio:

 📍 Online: www.perkbykate.com (We ship worldwide!)

📍 Singapore: 134A Telok Ayer Street

P.S. if you are in Hong Kong, you can also find them at:

📍 Hong Kong: (By appointment) 701/702 Block A PMQ: https://calendar.app.google/adSwbstjxg8Zy9Wi6

The takeaway

Nipple covers are not a niche accessory, but a practical solution for a wardrobe problem almost everyone runs into eventually. If you have a backless dress, a plunging top or a sheer piece sitting in your closet waiting for the “right occasion”, a good pair of stickies might be the only thing standing between you and actually wearing it!