When comparing Nola Stripe Print Crop Top vs Panache - Underwire Sports Bra (D Cup & Up), the Slant community recommends Panache - Underwire Sports Bra (D Cup & Up) for most people. In the question“What are the most comfortable sports bras for plus-size women?” Panache - Underwire Sports Bra (D Cup & Up) is ranked 1st while Nola Stripe Print Crop Top is ranked 3rd. The most important reason people chose Panache - Underwire Sports Bra (D Cup & Up) is:
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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Pros
Pro Elasticated waist band
The wider elasticated waist band at the bottom holds the bra securely in place
Pro Comfortable
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
Pro Good coverage
The higher U neck provides a good level of coverage and prevents spillage
Pro Available in two colours
Available in grey/black stripe and grey/purple stripe
Pro Comfortable thick straps
The straps are nice and wide to distribute the pressure and prevent discomfort from digging in
Pro Straps can be clipped together
There is a hook on the straps at the back so that they can be clasped together to form a racerback bra
Pro Keeps you cool and dry
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
Pro Suitable for high impact workouts
This bra is very supportive and is designed to withstand high impact exercise
Pro Sold in larger cup sizes
Available in band sizes from 28 - 40 and cup sizes from DD - H (UK) or DD - 8D (US)
Pro Padded straps, underwire and clasp
There is extra padding on the straps, around the underwire and on the clasp to make it more comfortable and stop anything digging in
Pro Fairly true to size
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
Pro Smooth finish for sleek look under clothes
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
Pro Multiple colour options available
Available in plain black, black animal, grey (more blue) and white
Cons
Con Available in smaller size range
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
Con Front seams will show through thin shirts
There are seam lines on the cups that are be noticeable under thin shirts
