Additional measurements: Cup separation/width of the wired gore: 1.3 cm Height of the gore, from bottom edge of the band to the top of the underwires: 9 cm
First, the blue/orange (I think it's called Cobalt) colourway is gorgeous. I'm actually excited to go sportsing in it. I am NEVER excited about exercising. I chose between this and the grey option, but settled on the blue one since it's a seasonal colourway.
It's an interesting construction: it's a full coverage bra, a crop top even, but the actual wired gore ends in the same spot as a balconette, about halfway up from the band. That part tacks, while the wireless upper bit ...does not, but I don't think it's supposed to. The wires are also padded(!) with foam(!) which is a wonderful feeling. Full bust brands, please introduce this to your non-sports bras.
Now for the lesser parts of the Panache Sport. When first putting it on, I instantly felt this wasn't much more supportive than my regular bras. I actually find the band to be a little loose, which, for a bra that is to be used during high-impact activities, is not a good thing. The cups are also too wide, and shallow at the bottom, and when combined with the loose band and my narrow roots and V-shaped rib cage, the result is two unsupported bouncy fleshy pillows attached to my chest. I will be keeping the bra (partly because I spent a fortune on it) after I bend the wires to better suit my roots/ribcage (to be honest, I'm getting sick of this alteration), which takes it from a "Meh" to a "Pretty Good" rating. If and when I replace it, I'll probably size down a band, maybe also a cup, and pray to whatever deity that my tall roots don't make me quadraboob out of the bra. Read more 198 more words
This bra is very soft. The cup is not very deep and the center gore is a bit wide because of the gel under the underwire. But because of its construction the bra does provide a good support and shape and it's not necessary that the underwire lies flat against the sternum. I liked the soft straps, the pretty shape and the racer back option.
I already own a panache sport so would have liked this bra but I ordered one that was too small. I love the support and comfort in these bras especially for high impact exercise but need to stay in my size range.
I've had this bra for a while and the band has stretched out a bit, but not so much that I can't still wear it. It fits my smaller breast but the wires are slightly too narrow and not quite high enough at the sides for the larger breast. Ideally I think I should be wearing the next cup size up. In spite of this, I find it extremely comfortable, and it significantly reduces bouncing. In addition, it gives my boobs a very flattering shape under clothing.
my first sports bra which separates the breasts. i really like everything about. fit is great. fabric is pleasant to touch and easy to care for. i really like the option of clipping the straps in the back for a racerback option. i wear it running. i wear it in self defense classes. it keeps my breasts steady during the most intense exercise and it looks good enough to be worn alone on those long summer runs https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
I was looking for a good sports bra that would be very supportive and comfortable. This bra is both. I was not sure about the underwire for exercise but it does not bother me. I had to use a bra extender when I first received this bra since the band does not stretch much but in two weeks I can comfortably hook on the first set. I had worn it a few times for my work day which is very active and exercise and after 10 hours I am still quite comfortable. The cups were too large when I first started wearing it but they have filled since.This is my first quality sports bra and cannot imagine going back to one that is too small and not enough support.
I knew that there was a good chance the cups would be too big, but the price was right and I was in need of a sports bra so here I am. When the new colorway comes out in July I definitely want to try it in a 30FF, but for now this 30G is fine for my needs.
When I scoop I don't appear to have a problem with the top of the cup but I definitely do on the side/bottom. The wires are too wide and there is also empty space, which is from a mixture of the too large cup and my inner fullness.
The bra itself feels fantastic and serious. It's padded and wants to hold everything. The straps are really great and shouldn't cause problems with digging unless maybe you're doing some crazy repetitive lifting. I don't really wear shirts in public that don't cover my shoulders but I really like the feeling of the j-hook clipped and might wear racerbacks with this just because I can.
Doesn't poke, fastens securely. J-hook on the back straps to turn it into a racerback of sorts. I just didn't get the opportunity to use it because all the weight i lost came out of my boobs! Excellent quality, and ultimately a bit too projected for me.
(32E) I just knew this would fit perfectly but... wrong. Cups cut into the sides of my boobs. I ran up the driveway in it anyway just to see if I could make it work but no. My 2 bra setup works better. I tried the 32F & it fit everywhere except the cups were too deep, I had space left at the top. So I guess it's just the wrong shape for me. I wish it was b/c I really do like the construction. It's sturdier than my underarmour by a long shot.
This is a great sports bra! The underwire does not poke and the band stays in place. The only issue I have with fit is that the wires are a bit too wide but I have narrow roots so that's a common problem for me. This doesn't really affect the support or comfort of the bra. I love the wider straps and really love the encapsulation style of separating and supporting as opposed to the the typical squish-into-a-uniboob sports bra. I love the way that my breasts look in this bra. I would definitely recommend this bra to someone similar to me.
-band is perfect- a little too tight now but will be just right after a few wears -straps are closer than I'm used to, sit right on my traps, not sure if that'll be a problem. -cups are a little too big, have empty space at the top, would be able to deal with it if i wasn't going to use it for running. -excellent shape & support -will try 32E
I bought the Red/Charcoal Panache Sport Bra in 30F after trying the same bra in 30E. Some reviewers suggest sizing down in the cups and/or sizing up in the band. If your breasts out of a bra are very round and even to full on top, I suggest starting with your usual size. When I tried the 30E, I had lots of tissue escaping under the arms.
The padding in this bra is sensible and makes it comfortable. The underwire channels are padded, the straps are padded, and the fabric the eyes are sewn into is padded. The cups are moulded and are probably thick enough to hide evidence ...of nipples. If you've tried the Chantelle Hausmann T-Shirt Bra, however, you will notice the Hausmann is much plusher. For a sports bra, however, the Panache is adequately plush.
The color is a true red, and the charcoal accents coordinate well with the red. I admit I wanted this colorway in particular and was prepared not to replace my outgrown sports bras if I couldn't get it.
The shape the Panache Sport Bra is famously rounded from the side and front. This holds true for me.
Note on measurements: As always, I took measurements based on where the wires actually were, not where the wire channels start or end. The exception is the gore, which is the entire fabric and wire vertical measurement together. I believe this is more relevant than just how high the wires go. If I were to omit the fabric at the top center, the gore measurement would be about 3.5." I measured strap width at the back, where they attach to the band. These straps are only minimally adjustable. The great majority of strap length is the justifiably famous, padded strap material that varies greatly in width, from where it attaches to the cup to the point it attaches to the part that is adjustable. Read more 205 more words
I really love this sports bra. But I needed a 28E instead (which I got later). I had some empty space at the top of the bra cup, which really wouldn't be noticeable to anyone but me. I wore this once running and had no issues with bounce, but decided that the empty space bothered me too much and ordered the 28E. The band is nice and firm. Overall, highly recommend.
I LOVE THIS BRA. I'm not really sure how much it "minimizes bounce" over other big-boobed sports bras, but I haven't ONCE thought about my breasts while I'm exercising in this - jogging, sprinting, jumping jacks, jump rope, etc. It's comfortable, prevents excessive boob sweat through the super high center gore, and kind of looks like something a superhero would wear, i.e. awesome. I just purchased another one in a different color today. So glad I took the chance on this - it's amazing.
I sized down in the Panache Sport Bra, to a 30E from my usual 30F, because I wanted the Red with Charcoal colorway, and largecuplingerie.com had run out of 30Fs during their sports bra sale. I had also heard from some reviewers to size down in the cups. However, I'd say if your breasts behave full on top in a bra, stick with your usual size, at least in my size range.
I have spillage under the arms. I think this bra is low under the sides. The underwire channels don't go high enough under the arms, the wires don't fill the channels under the arms, ...and the wings are super low. This is really annoying for me. I have very round breasts with firm tissue that resists being moved around. Certainly they see no reason to move more front and center. There is already no space between them.
The red color is wonderful. It is a true red, neither crimson nor scarlet. The gray accents it perfectly. The cups material is silky. I love the cushioned bands. I appreciate the padded underwire channels and cushioned material under the hooks. The bra is not as well cushioned as the Chantelle Hausmann, which was like wrapping my boobs in a firm down comforter, but the Panache Sport is pretty good. Read more 112 more words
I love this bra! It's super comfortable and very supportive - it keeps my boobs from falling in my face while doing yoga and such. I love the racerback feature as well. The only thing I don't like is that it starts to stink if I wear it twice in a row, so I have to wash it every time I use it.
This is curently my only bra that fits right. It is a very good sports bra. It cushions well and prevents most of the bounce. It has quite alot of compression so it can be uncomfortable to wear fr a long period of time though. The up is a little empty on the very to and sides but it is very very high.
I had great comfortable fit at 34GG however i could comfortably fasten it on 2nd row of hooks hence Breavissimo advised to go down a band size as band will stretch. Received 32H in exchange and found i could barely fasten it and it is usable with extender only. I find Panache sports bra comfortable for everyday activities as it feels soft and nice on giving nice shape, however for exercising i still wear standard nike sports top over it to eliminate slightest movement. Have had it for 2 weeks only hence cannot comment on how fast and how much the band stretches
Great comfortable fit at 34GG however i could comfortably fasten it on 2nd row of hooks hence Breavissimo advised to go down a band size as band will stretch. Received 32H in exchange and found i could barely fasten it and it is usable with extender only. I find Panache sports bra comfortable for everyday activities as it feels soft and nice on giving nice shape, however for exercising i still wear standard nike sports top over it to eliminate slightest movement.
