For women with small boobs, sports bras may be more of a fashion statement — an after-thought — than an actual necessity. For women with big boobs, however, sports bras are most definitely a necessity, and finding the right one can pose a bit of a challenge. The perfect sports bra needs to be supportive above all else, but you also want it to be stylish, comfortable, affordable, made of a fabric that wicks away sweat, and more. So you can see why finding truly supportive sports bras for big boobs can seems almost impossible
The truly best sports bra is a versatile one. It should work just as well while you're on a long run as it does when you're in the middle of downward dog. This is especially important for ladies with larger breasts. Although smaller-breasted women can easily opt for a less-supportive, super stylish bralettes, strappy sports bras, and the like, women with big boobs aren't always given that option. Instead, they have to chose between a dowdy, but supportive bra or an attractive, but flimsy AF piece.
Luckily, there are a few (albeit, not enough) options for large-busted ladies that are both stylish and actually functional.
1
Lululemon Enlite Bra
Enlite Bra, $98, Lululemon
This sleek sports bra is specifically designed to be supportive. It features encapsulating cups, which support each breast individually without crushing them, which is just what you want while powering through a tough workout.
2
Sweaty Betty High Intensity Run Bra
High Intensity Run Bra, $66, Sweaty Betty
This Sweaty Betty bra, which is also made to encapsulate each breast, will make for a comfortable run or workout with a lot of jumping around (like HIIT). Additionally, it features wicking fabric and breathable mesh, just two more things that will keep you comfortable all workout long.
3
Lululemon Ta Ta Tamer III
Ta Ta Tamer III, $58, Lululemon
This stylish sports bra is made for ladies with large breasts. The hook and eye closure at the back and moveable cross-back straps let you fit the bra to your exacting specifications, which will also help ensure the bra's support.
4
Panache Sports Sport Non-Wired Sports Bra
Sports Non Wired Bra, $68, Amazon
Panache makes all of its bras for large-breasted women, so you know you'll be able to find something that works. This cute sports bra shows that you don't have sacrifice style in favor of support.
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Panache Sport Sports Wired Bra
Sports Wired Bra, $70, Amazon
Unlike the other Panache sports bra, this one has also has underwire for even more support. See? Fashion and support can go hand-in-hand.
6
Natori Zen Contour Convertible Sport Bra
Zen Contour Convertible Sport Bra, $70, Natori
A writer from The Cut called this "the most beautiful sports bra" she's ever worn and is perfect for barre and yoga approval. It really is beautiful and with adjustable straps and a little help from some underwire, it'll fit like a dream, too.
7
Brooks Running Women's Juno Sports Bra
Women's Juno Sports Bra, $36, Brooks Running
This sports bra is simple, but still not boring. The subtle V-neck makes it a little more stylish and internal unicup adds support and keeps your breasts shapely.
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Shock Absorber Active D+ Max Support Sports Bra
Shock Absorber Active D+ Max Support Sports Bra, $60, HerRoom
This sports bra is especially designed for women who wear at least a size D. It, like some of the others, uses encapsulation techniques to give you support without crushing your boobs, which is the last thing that you'd like. The wide straps also help boost that comfort level.
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Brooks Running Women's Maia Sports Bra
Women's Maia Sports Bra, $58, Brooks Running
If you're looking for the most comfortable sports bra that money can buy, it just might be this one, which features gel-padded shoulder straps, molded cups, and a padded back enclosure. Even better? Brooks Running offers a trial program — if you don't like it after trying it out, you can return it within three months, which means you'll never have to settle for a sub-standard sports bra that wasn't built for large-busted ladies ever again.
