Sports Bras for Every Budget

Whether it’s tucked under a tank or out in all its strappy-backed glory, the sports bra is one of the most fundamental pieces of your workout wear. Just like no two bodies are the same, neither are the sports bras, so the search for the perfect fit can be overwhelming. We sorted through the racerbacks, molded cups and elastic bands to compile a list of our top five favorites to fit every budget.

$: Old Navy Lattice-Back Bra, $18

The most baseline of the bras, this one will hold up to your standard gym workout. The fabric is a little thicker and not as performance-based, so it’s not ideal for your heavy cardio days, but the support level will withstand all your circuit and strength training.

$$: Gymshark Flex Sports Bra, $35

Gymshark is known for its comfortable seamless knits, and this bra is no exception. The fit is more compressive, with a thick elastic band to ensure everything stays in place. This bra runs tighter than most other brands, so size up if you’re ordering online.

$$$: lululemon Mind Over Miles Bra, $68

Designed for running and higher-intensity workouts, this bra has a great blend of details that will keep you reaching for it again and again. The flat, laser-cut straps stay in place without leaving those annoying red marks on your shoulders, and the slightly longer length smooths out the ribcage without leaving lumps under your tank.

$$$$: P.E. Nation The Chariot Crop Bra, $90

Winning all the retro-gym-rat style points, P.E. Nation’s bra is designed for lower intensity workouts, due to the skinnier (yet adjustable!) straps. The higher cut ensures you’ll stay covered during your deadlifts, and the discreet elastic around the bottom prevents chafing or slippage.

$$$$$: Michi Midnight Bra, $130

We said sports bras were an investment, and Michi proves why: this bra is the ultimate blend of fashion and function. The Midnight Bra checks all the boxes: a high cut to keep you covered, flat straps that stay in place, a center mesh panel to eliminate that inner-boob sweat, a wide racerback to smooth out between your shoulder blades and overall elasticity to snap back to its original shape, even after countless washings.

So whether you’re a baller on a budget or in the mood to treat yo’self, try one of our top five- then let us know what you think! Sound off in the comments below or drop us an email: [email protected]