For a couple of weeks now, I often don't feel so comfortable in my wired panache sports bras anymore, so I decided to give the unwired one a try and I LOVE it!! It's so comfortable and nicely tight! (I have to wear my wired ones on the tightest hook and they feel less tight than this one on the last hook!) I did wear it for lounging all day today https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_mrgreen.gif" alt=":D" />
It gives less support than the wired ones, but it's enough for my recently started cheerleading. I don't think it will be enough for gymnastics and trampoline though ... href="https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_sad.gif" rel="nofollow">https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_sad.gif" alt=":(" />
So if you have problems with the immediate deepth of the wired one and are ok with a moderate amount of support, this is your bra!

Edit: this is the first panache sports bra that I can wear without closing the hook in the back! This is pretty amazing for me, but if you are low set you might have problems with the strap length!

Edit edit: wore it the second time for cheerleading today and can't wear it without hooking it up anymore :/ I guess it just stretched for a tiny bit and now it's too long https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_sad.gif" alt=":(" /> https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_sad.gif" alt=":(" />
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Updated on Oct 09, 2017 Flag this

For reference, I'm about 26FF, even but functionally FOB, narrow, close set, center full, firm tissue, with asymmetry.

I've had this bra for 9 months, it is the closest I've gotten to a sports bra that fits, and it's the most comfortable bra I have.

Cups: The cups are too wide and extend an inch or so past my roots. The depth is in between what I need for my larger and smaller sides so the "gore" rests on my larger boob but the cup gaps slightly on my smaller one. Because there are no wires, neither of these issues are uncomfortable at all, and surprisingly, they don't ... diminish the support at all. I can imagine the wired version would be rather painful because of my close-setness. The cups are closed enough on top that the gap on my smaller side isn't visible. This bra has a very forgiving fit. They totally eliminate bounce and pain when exercising, even jumping and running. I'm very sensitive to sport bras that make me feel compressed or like it's hard to breathe, and this one is great.

Straps: I LOVE the wide padded straps. I LOVE how the narrow set straps stay far away from my armpits. That is a problem I have with so many bras, it is always a relief to wear this one. There is a j-hook for converting to racerback, but I rarely do this, so the hook is more of an annoyance because it tends to snag on my long hair.

Band: Runs TTS, unfortunately for me. I'm on the smaller side of 26 (snug underbust 24.8") and I must wear this on the tightest hook, even new. The way the band is constructed is more complex than a standard bra and seems like it would be more difficult to alter.

Aesthetic: The shape looks great under clothing, giving a projected, rounded, slightly peaked shape. The seams don't show up even under thin and tight t-shirts.
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Updated on Sep 27, 2021 Flag this

This Panache 7341 unwired sports bra in 28F looked very impressive structurally before I put it on. However once on, all that structure basically vanishes. It's just a garden variety uniboob/compression bra. Nothing special about it, except the prestige-bra price.

I can see why people find it comfortable, but frankly I own decent sports bras in XS that do the same thing. A little cup structure in front, then hard compression. That's what this Panache 28F does, and I don't think it takes $70 to find a bra that does the same.

The padded straps are nice -- but the lack of innate racerback structure comes at a ... cost to stability. This is a fairly standard design choice for lingerie-maker-sports-bras, but I find it puzzling. On a sports bra, that's a lot of compression stress on that one tiny little metal hook! Not even a fancy hook or extra-stable, extra-flat, or anything. The same cheap little breakable hook as any other bra.

I'd accept this structure if I find a bra that otherwise offers an improved fit. But this bra is not. It's so similar to my other compression bras that I'm struggling to sit here and figure out the difference. The lack of innate racerback is the one major structural difference that is obvious in feel -- and it is not a positive difference.

I had (barely) enough strap length to shorten the straps enough. So that was good.

I found the shoulders fit really weird & uncomfortably, in the standard strap config. This vanished when I tried it racerback, so that's the only way I'd probably wear this, if I was keeping it, which I am definitely not.

Not impressed. Another pass.
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Updated on Jun 15, 2021 Flag this

Great bra but do size up in the band!! This one is purple/violet with white stripe on top.

My boobs are: wide + tall root, shallow. My "usual" size: 28F.

I have had the wired version in 30E and 28F (black, pink, purple, turqouise, raspberry colourways) (oh dear, how many I´ve owned!!!). 28F started to feel a bit too tight at some point so I sized up to 30E. I couldn´t even close this 28F, first I had to go get an extender!! So I do think it is tighter in the band than the wired version.

Other than that, it is a great bra https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> Feels very supportive and comfortable and gives great lift! I think that in my case, it fits just as well as the wired one. "Cups" are wide enough and the shape is awesome.

Updated on Nov 22, 2016 Flag this

During my journey to find a bra that fits, I also decided to find a sports bra that fits. I decided to compare the top 3 companies for sports bras recommended on r/ABraThatFits: Panache, Freya, and Shock Absorber. My main goal was to find a sports bra suitable for running. For reference, I'm projected, FOB, center full, narrow roots, petite (4'11"), and normal bra size UK 28F.

This is my second Panache non-wired sports bra review, and it was purchased through Poshmark in gently used condition. After getting my first Panache sports bra, I knew I needed to have another one to rotate for running. I love the color ... combination on this bra compared to the black one I have. The colors are very clean and vibrant. Hopefully, the white doesn't get discolored with use.

I love the fit and shape of this bra! The band and cups are true to size and provide a very uplifting shape. I find the wireless bra to be more comfortable for running compared to the underwire Panache sports bra, since my ribs are bony. This bra is great at wicking away sweat and holds the ladies in place!

I've posted links to my reviews of the other sports bras below for easier reference:
Panache Non-wired 28F black version: http://bra.pe/X2fK/
Panache Underwired 28E: http://bra.pe/X2fI/
Freya Epic Moulded 28F: http://bra.pe/X2ks/
Freya Active 28E: http://bra.pe/X2jM/
Shock Absorber Multi 30E: http://bra.pe/X2jL/
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Updated on Jul 24, 2020 Flag this

The band is nice and snug. The cup has an even fullness, but it is not as full on top as the underwire version. If you like the underwire version, but it is too full on top, this bra will work for you.

Updated on Sep 06, 2021 Flag this

My underbust is 26" and I usually wear 28 bands on the tightest hooks. This bra fits well as a normal bra if I wear it on the tightest hooks, but the band isn't tight enough to help a lot with exercise since it doesn't eliminate enough bounce. The straps also don't adjust that much, but they come with a convenient hook to convert them into racerback straps, which is useful for the straps being slightly too long on their own. It's a good bra overall, it just doesn't support me enough for intense activity because I need a 26 band. I can still wear it as a normal bra or for low-impact activities and it's very comfortable that way. The fabric has an enjoyable buttery soft texture.

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Updated on Apr 30, 2021 Flag this

During my journey to find a bra that fits, I also decided to find a sports bra that fits. I decided to compare the top 3 companies for sports bras recommended on r/ABraThatFits: Panache, Freya, and Shock Absorber. My main goal was to find a sports bra suitable for running. For reference, I'm projected, FOB, center full, narrow roots, petite (4'11"), and normal bra size UK 28F.

I love the fit and shape of this bra! I found the band and cups very true to size. I was worried the lack of underwire would mean the bra wouldn't give my breasts any shape, but the cups are molded and ... provided a very nice uplifting shape! The wireless bra is more comfortable and preferable to me compared to the underwire Panache sports bra which put more pressure on my ribs.

I tested it by running in Texas 90F heat, and it wicked away sweat very well. I actually ran my fastest time, since I didn't have to stifle my movements to keep my boobs from bouncing like I was doing previously. Though I did have veeery slight movement in my slightly smaller breast. Regardless, this is way better than the compression sports bras I used previously, and I ended up purchasing a second one for running.

I've posted links to my reviews of the other sports bras below for easier reference:
Panache Underwired 28E: http://bra.pe/X2fI/
Freya Epic Moulded 28F: http://bra.pe/X2ks/
Freya Active 28E: http://bra.pe/X2jM/
Shock Absorber Multi 30E: http://bra.pe/X2jL/
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Updated on Jul 16, 2020 Flag this

I have 3 wireless Panache sport bras at the moment, and the fit is the same in all of them, only some variation in the band length. In summary, all of the 3 have shorter bands than the wired versions I´ve owned. The only complaint I have is that when using the J-hook with the straps (straps crossed at the back), the straps don´t adjust long enough for me. I don´t usually have an issue with strap length at all. Straps are ok when I don´t use the J-hook.

ETA. I have made a removable alteration to the band (see pics!): I sewed an extra eye (3x3) part to ... the band. This gives about 1,5 inches / 4 cm more length to the band.

I will copy here the review I wrote for the purple version 28F:



Great bra but do size up in the band!! This one is purple/violet with white stripe on top.

My boobs are: wide + tall root, shallow. My "usual" size: 28F.

I have had the wired version in 30E and 28F (black, pink, purple, turqouise, raspberry colourways) (oh dear, how many I´ve owned!!!). 28F started to feel a bit too tight at some point so I sized up to 30E. I couldn´t even close this 28F, first I had to go get an extender!! So I do think it is tighter in the band than the wired version.

Other than that, it is a great bra https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> Feels very supportive and comfortable and gives great lift! I think that in my case, it fits just as well as the wired one. "Cups" are wide enough and the shape is awesome.
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Updated on Feb 02, 2018 Flag this

I have 3 wireless Panache sport bras at the moment, and the fit is the same in all of them, only some variation in the band length. In summary, all of the 3 have shorter bands than the wired versions I´ve owned. The only complaint I have is that when using the J-hook with the straps (straps crossed at the back), the straps don´t adjust long enough for me. I don´t usually have an issue with strap length at all. Straps are ok when I don´t use the J-hook.

I will copy here the review I wrote for the purple version 28F:



Great bra but do size up in the ... band!! This one is purple/violet with white stripe on top.

My boobs are: wide + tall root, shallow. My "usual" size: 28F.

I have had the wired version in 30E and 28F (black, pink, purple, turqouise, raspberry colourways) (oh dear, how many I´ve owned!!!). 28F started to feel a bit too tight at some point so I sized up to 30E. I couldn´t even close this 28F, first I had to go get an extender!! So I do think it is tighter in the band than the wired version.

Other than that, it is a great bra https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> Feels very supportive and comfortable and gives great lift! I think that in my case, it fits just as well as the wired one. "Cups" are wide enough an
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Updated on Sep 06, 2017 Flag this