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Berlei - Ultimate Performance Crop Top
Mar 21, 2016
Glamorise Magic Lift Seamless Wirefree Sports Bra
Mar 21, 2016
Panache - Underwire Sports Bra (D Cup & Up)
Mar 21, 2016
Nola Padded Sports Bra
Mar 21, 2016
Nola Stripe Print Crop Top
Mar 21, 2016
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Berlei - Ultimate Performance Crop Top

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Adjustable and convertible straps

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Strap length can be adjusted to customise the fit. Straps can also be clipped together to form a racer back, or re-hooked to form a cross-over back
Katherine Hickey
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Suitable for high impact exercise

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Underwire, padded cups and a wide elastic underbust band all make this bra very supportive and ideal for high impact exercise and activities
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Swivel clasps at front shoulder strap allow for greater movement

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There is a swivel clasp where the shoulder strap attaches at the front to allow it to move and flex with you better and to prevent the straps moving as much in highly dynamic movements
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Comfortable padded straps

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The shoulder straps have padding to keep the straps from digging into your shoulders and becoming uncomfortable.
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Wide hook and eye closure

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Features a regular bra back hook and eye closure with 3 hooks for increased support
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Designed to reduce chaffing

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The cups are seam free and perforated to increase breathability and reduce chaffing and irritation
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Large size range

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Available in band sizes 32 to 40, cup sizes C, D, DD & E available in all band sizes. Note: these are in UK sizes, UK/ AUS E = US DDD/F = EU F
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Glamorise Magic Lift Seamless Wirefree Sports Bra

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Cushioned shoulder straps

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The shoulder straps have padding to keep the straps from digging into your shoulders and becoming uncomfortable.
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Prevents bounce

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This bra is great for high-impact exercise as the cups are molded which helps stop bounce.
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Available in 4 different colours

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Available in black, white, pink and nude
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Available in large size range and larger band sizes

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Available in band sizes 38 - 48 and cup sizes B - G
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Wide band at the bottom

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The wide band at the bottom of the bra helps to prevent chaffing and helps keep the bra in place.
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Panache - Underwire Sports Bra (D Cup & Up)

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Straps can be clipped together

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There is a hook on the straps at the back so that they can be clasped together to form a racerback bra
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Keeps you cool and dry

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The bra is made from moisture wicking material to draw moisture away from the skin and dries quickly, and the centre panel (patterned section in the photo above) is made from mesh to increase breathability
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Suitable for high impact workouts

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This bra is very supportive and is designed to withstand high impact exercise
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Sold in larger cup sizes

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Available in band sizes from 28 - 40 and cup sizes from DD - H (UK) or DD - 8D (US)
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Padded straps, underwire and clasp

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There is extra padding on the straps, around the underwire and on the clasp to make it more comfortable and stop anything digging in
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Fairly true to size

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This bra runs fairly true to size with the overall reviews from Nordstrom saying the band size runs slightly smaller and the cup size runs slightly larger. Most reviews put it bang on true to size
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Smooth finish for sleek look under clothes

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The underbust band of this bra isn't seperately stitched on and instead is a seamless transition from the rest of the bra back, so it gives a nice smoothing look under clothes
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Multiple colour options available

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Available in plain black, black animal, grey (more blue) and white
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Front seams will show through thin shirts

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There are seam lines on the cups that are be noticeable under thin shirts
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Nola Padded Sports Bra

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Padded shoulder straps

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The cushioned shoulder straps help prevent them from digging in and becoming uncomfortable.
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No racerback conversion option

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The straps cannot be crossed or clipped together to form a racer back. To do this you would need an additional clasp such as a bra buddy bra clip
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Limited sizes available

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Nola Stripe Print Crop Top

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Elasticated waist band

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The wider elasticated waist band at the bottom holds the bra securely in place
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Comfortable

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The fabric blend is soft and stretchy and the removable pads provide comfortable support for those who prefer not to have underwire in their sports bras
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Good coverage

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The higher U neck provides a good level of coverage and prevents spillage
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Available in two colours

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Available in grey/black stripe and grey/purple stripe
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Comfortable thick straps

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The straps are nice and wide to distribute the pressure and prevent discomfort from digging in
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Available in smaller size range

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Only comes in 3 sizes: 1X, 2X and 3X. Sizing pertains to bust measurement rather than band size. In relation to shirt sizes, equivalents are approximately 1X = 14-16, 2X = 18-20, 3X = 22-24
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Nola Front Zip Sports Bra

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Very supportive

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This sports bra combines a front clip padded underwire bra with a zip front sports bra to provide a high level of support and coverage for bigger busts
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Ideal for women with back or shoulder problems

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Perfect for women with back or shoulder problems that may reduce their mobility or range of movement. No need to squeeze or wriggle into a tight pull-over style or struggle with back clasps that may cause back or shoulder pain
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Moderate size range

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Available in band sizes 38 - 44 and cup sizes C - DDD
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Adjustable straps

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Straps are adjustable to customise the fit
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Easy to do up

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Due to the front clasp bra underneath, it makes it easier to do up the zip as the fabric is already being held closer together - an issue that sometimes presents itself with other zip front styles
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Only available in black

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Only comes in one colour
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Lane Bryant - Zip Front Sport Bra

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Interior hooks

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Though the bra has a zip front, there are hidden interior hooks to make sure you get the correct fit.
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Available in larger band sizes

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Available in band sizes 38 - 48 and cup sizes C - H. Note: No H cup available in size 44, and band sizes 46 and 48 only go up to DDD cup
Mandy
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Fits small

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The bra fits quite small, so you'll want to be careful about measurements and consider going a size up.
Mandy
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Zipper can be difficult

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Some people have noted issues doing up the zipper.
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