This bra is brand new, and I actually went to the store to see when they were going to get it but, I saw it already there in limited sizes. I knew that the 34DD band would be too big but, I wanted to see what it was like in general.
This sports bra is advertised as being light support for C-E cups. The description says:
Flow on. A yoga essential, this smooth, strappy bra lends support, separation, and coverage.
Here’s the product features list from the website.
-Spacer construction in the cups for breathable coverage and shaping -Double back crossover straps offer comfort and support -Adjustable straps -Straps are padded for comfort -Hook-and-eye ...closure for a customized underband fit
I do believe that it is the same Nulu fabric that the Align leggings are made from as it was buttery soft and smooth to the touch, and it has Align in the name.
I was attracted by the bra sized hook and eye closure sizing that goes to E (not stellar or super inclusive, I know, but still better than the s/m/l styles) with a more delicate strappy back. It looked ideal for my needs.
As far as the fit, take into consideration that I am not in the correct size here. I’m well aware that I would be better in a 32E like the other bra sized sports bras that I have tried from Lululemon but, as it’s new, sizes are limited until more stock arrives in the coming weeks. I have lost 10 pounds since January so I’m currently about a 30F. My tissue is soft and pendulous and even more shallow on top than it used to be.
I’m just going to jump to the chase…I *really* like this bra! For my needs with Pilates, I need some support and it has to be comfortable. I’m not doing cardio or HIIT or anything jumping up and down so I don’t need massive support like the Panache wired sports bras or Shock Absorbers. I do a warm up standing with a roll down but, the rest is on my back on the mat and reformer. We’ve only just begun to work with all fours (it’s harder than you think it is!) so basically some containment. I don’t need to be heavily strapped down or anything. Anyway, this bra checks the boxes. Obviously, it’s better once I get a 32E.
The materials are so soft and I love the semi delicate strappy back that has somewhat adjustable straps. The cups are also sort of pre-molded to introduce a little separation. I actually have a nice rounded profile and am not as heavily compressed like some of the other ones that I have tried. I’m slightly nervous about the 32 band being too large still, as it does feel somewhat stretchy but, it will be better than the 34 for sure. I’m definitely going to wait until more sizes arrive and hope a 32E (or even 32DD possibly) come in and hopefully pick it up. I do really think that it’s an ideal bra for me and my needs. I’ll update if I can get a better size. Read more 414 more words
That looks so smooth and comfortable! Was it easy to get back off?
Yes! It’s so smooth and soft, and easy to get on and off as it is a hook and eye closure.
I just bought this. I’ve gone up from a 34E to a 34F and I can wear this in the 34E so I’d say cup size is a bit forgiving, so if you’re in the edge give it a try. I feel like it gives a decent lifted shape for a light support sports bra. I’m going to try it for weight lifting any yoga. I don’t really need my panache “boob armor” unless I’m jumping around! It seems like it will be a good lounge bra as well.
Yes, confused …I have considered trying the 32DD which I think my location has currently but, I will have to wait until Thursday to try it. I might still need a 32E but, maybe I can size down. The 32DD will be a fitting test. I think it’s going to be a great Pilates bra. Soft, comfortable, moderate coverage, and enough support for what I do. Agreed with the boob armour title with the panache…great shape and support but, much more than I need.
This is one of the new styles of sports bra that has been released recently. It’s one of the bra sized styles that is offered in A-E. It’s not a perfect or terribly inclusive size range but, it’s a little bit better than some, I suppose. It’s designed for sweaty medium impact cardio workouts according to the website. The style of this sports bra is reminiscent of a Shock Absorber with the keyhole back design (which they say is for air flow.
Long time readers of this series of Lululemon bras reviews will know that I am taking one on one Pilates lessons and that I need sports ...bras that are moderately supportive because of my size but, most importantly, comfortable. My activity is pretty low impact...I am not jumping up and down or jiggling around. We do a warm up, and a few exercises that involve a roll down, so I do need some support/containment here whilst I am hanging upside down some but, I’m on my back in a supine position A LOT...whether it’s on the mat or the reformer. We are doing some sitting up things and we very occasionally will do something in a prone position on my tummy.
This bra is wireless and has semi encapsulated cups via internal foam shaping, but looks like a crop top from the front. As I said before, it’s got the Shock Absorber keyhole back vibe. The straps are semi adjustable on the top section and there’s a hook and eye closure with the band. I did find that I had to loosen the straps up quite a bit to be comfortable though I would probably keep them tighter if I was running or jumping and needed a little bit more support and lift. I also found that it was a bit tricky to do up the clasps and hooks, which I can say has been a consistent challenge with all of the hook and eye closure styles that they have. Perhaps it is easier with wear or simply the material that the hook tape is made of. It’s not a huge problem but, rather an observation.
Now, the band itself was a source of confusion for me. The x shape of the keyhole back was pretty snug in this 34DD but I could do up the clasps on the middle or tightest hooks which is obviously not ideal. But at the same time, it was still comfortable and I felt support from that keyhole section as well as the long length.
I think I might have tried the 32E a few weeks ago when I bought my leggings and I think I remember that it was fitting really tight and small but it might have been a 32DD or perhaps I hadn’t extended the straps. I might need to try it out again but I think that this pink one might work out quite well for me and my needs. It is maybe a smidge of overkill with the keyhole back and all but it is not as much as the Panache Wired Sports Bra I have is. Read more 412 more words
I tried this one in 34E as well and I was spilling over the cups. I have the same problem with the X back styles, it will feel super tight everywhere and then I can do the clasp on the tightest hook!! I also find them difficult to get off when I’m tired after a workout lol
Yeah I suspect that the x is snugger and makes it fit a bit smaller. The more I think about it, this one is probably going to be better than the 32E. But I do love this colour and how it does look like a crop top from the front.
That looks so smooth and comfortable! Was it easy to get back off?