Breastfeeding Tops
Breastfeeding tops built around the way you get dressed every day. From easy nursing T-shirts and long sleeves to shirts and more dressed-up styles, discover our curated edit with discreet feeding access designed into the piece, not added as an afterthought.
Find your everyday
Start with what you usually wear
T-shirt, long sleeve or button-front shirt — choose the kind of top you'd normally reach for, then find the feeding access that works for you.
Everyday T-shirts
Easy nursing tops for the days when you just want to throw on a T-shirt and get on with it.
Long sleeves
Simple everyday layers for cooler days, with feeding access built into the design.
Shirts & buttons
Button-front styles that give flexible access without looking like traditional nursing wear.
Hidden zips
Discreet openings built into seams so you can feed quickly without changing the overall look of the top.
Under a layer
Tops that work easily under cardigans, jackets and sweatshirts when you want an extra layer without making feeding complicated.
Easy access, everyday clothes
How to choose a breastfeeding top
Start with the kind of top you already like wearing. T-shirts, long sleeves and button-front shirts can all work well for breastfeeding when the access is built into the design.
Hidden zips keep the opening discreet, lift-up panels make everyday feeding quick, while buttons give you flexible front access without making the top look like specialist nursing wear.
The best breastfeeding top is one that feels easy to wear, easy to feed in and still fits naturally into the rest of your wardrobe.
Layer without the faff
What to wear over a nursing top
Cardigans, open shirts, jackets and breastfeeding-friendly sweatshirts can all add warmth without making feeding complicated.
The easiest combinations are the ones that let you keep your base layer in place and move only the outer layer when you feed.
Good to know
Breastfeeding tops FAQs
What makes a top breastfeeding-friendly?
A breastfeeding-friendly top gives you quick access to the breast without needing to remove the whole garment. That might be through concealed zips, lift-up panels, buttons or overlapping layers.
Are lift-up tops or zip tops better for breastfeeding?
Neither is better for everyone. Lift-up access is simple and quick, while concealed zips can give more targeted access and keep the nursing function almost invisible. Choose the style that feels easiest for you.
Can I wear breastfeeding tops after I stop nursing?
Yes. Many styles are designed so the feeding access blends into the garment, which means they can still work as normal T-shirts, shirts or long-sleeve tops after breastfeeding.
How many breastfeeding tops do I need?
You don't need a completely separate wardrobe. A few tops that fit naturally into your everyday outfits can be enough, and you can add more once you know which feeding access you prefer.
Can I wear a nursing top under a jumper?
Yes. A nursing top can work well as a base layer under cardigans, sweatshirts and jackets. Look for combinations where you can move the outer layer easily without having to undress fully to feed.
Built into your everyday wardrobe.
Latchette brings together breastfeeding tops from independent UK and European brands, chosen for discreet feeding access, easy layering and styles that still feel like the clothes you'd normally wear.