How to Adjust Strappy Pole Tops for a Secure Fit
By Pole Factory | Boutique Pole dance : | Published: 2026-10-18
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to adjust strappy pole tops like the LUNALAE Top Poppy Strappy for a secure, non-slip fit during practice.
Quick answer
To stop your strappy pole top from slipping, adjust the straps evenly, check the band tension, and test the fit with a few practice moves before class.
Why strappy tops slip (and how to fix it)
Strappy pole tops like the LUNALAE Top Poppy Strappy rely on strap tension and band grip, not built-in shelf bras. If the straps are too loose, the top rides up or shifts during inverts and spins. If they are too tight, the fabric puckers and gaps appear. The goal is even tension that hugs your torso without digging in.
The LUNALAE Top Poppy Strappy uses adjustable straps and a soft, medium-stretch fabric blend (82% Nylon, 18% Spandex) with removable padding. That stretch means the top conforms to your body when the straps are set correctly, but it also means over-tightening can distort the shape.
How to adjust your strappy pole top for a secure fit
- 1. Loosen all straps completely: Start by loosening every strap on the top. This gives you a clean baseline so you can tighten evenly. Common mistake: adjusting only the front straps while leaving the back straps tight, which pulls the top off-center.
- 2. Put the top on and center the band: Slide the top on and position the band so it sits just under your bust or at your natural waist, depending on the style. The band should be snug but not painful. Checkpoint: if you can easily pull the band more than 2 inches away from your body, it is too loose. A loose band is the most common cause of a top riding up during pole work.
- 3. Tighten the straps in a cross pattern: Tighten the straps one by one, alternating sides (front left, back right, front right, back left). This keeps the tension even. Common mistake: tightening all front straps first, which pulls the top forward and creates a gap at the back.
- 4. Check for gapping or pinching: After tightening, look for any fabric that puckers or gaps away from your skin. If you see gapping, the straps on that side are too tight. If the fabric digs in, loosen that strap slightly. The LUNALAE Top Poppy Strappy’s medium-stretch fabric will show these signs clearly. A properly adjusted top should feel like a second skin with no loose fabric or red marks after 30 seconds.
- 5. Test with a few pole moves: Do a basic invert, a spin, and a shoulder mount. If the top shifts or rides up, note where the movement happens and adjust the corresponding straps. Checkpoint: after 3 moves, the top should still be in its original position. If the top still slips after adjusting, try a different size or a top with more coverage like the LUNALAE Willow or Khelani bottoms (sold separately).
Product facts
- LUNALAE - Top Poppy Strappy: This top features adjustable straps, soft fabric, and removable padding. It is made of 82% Nylon and 18% Spandex with medium stretch. The adjustable straps let you fine-tune the fit, but the medium-stretch fabric means you need to balance tightness to avoid distortion or gapping.
LUNALAE - Top Poppy Strappy
