Athletic Shaped Breasts Guide: Learn Which Bras Work Best | Glamorise

Athletic breasts are one of the common breast shapes. Despite the name, both non-athletes and athletic women alike can have this breast shape. In this article, we'll go through everything you need to know about athletic breast shape and the best bras for this breast shape.

What are Athletic shaped Breasts?

Athletic breasts are defined as those that are wider and firmer, with more muscular tissue than other breast shapes. They often have a wider appearance than other breasts and have less soft breast tissue. Athletic breasts get their name because they are common amongst athletes, but you do not have to be athletic to have this breast shape.

How to Tell If I Have Athletic Shaped Breasts?

If your breasts are wider in appearance and have firm, muscular tissue, you might have athletic breasts. Athletic breasts are also most common amongst smaller cup sizes, most often in A-C cups.

What Types of Bras Work Best With Athletic Breast Shapes?

If you have athletic breasts, you may find that certain bra styles are more comfortable than others. Because they tend to be smaller and more muscular than other breasts, athletic breasts tend to not require a lot of extra support from bras. Some of best bra styles for this breast shape are plunge bras, wireless bras, bralettes, and sports bras. If you have athletic breasts, here are a few of the styles we recommend.

Front-Closure Stretch Lace WonderWire Bra

Price: $34.99

Review: 4.4

This plunge bra has a low-cut neckline and sheer stretch-lace cups. With cushioned underwires for support, this bra provides all-day comfort and breathability, making it a great option for athletic breasts.

MagicLift Seamless Sports Bra

Price: $39.9

Review: 4.1

Since athletic breasts do not usually require a bra with ample support, a bralette is a great option if you have this breast shape. This gorgeous bralette features triangle lace cups, stretch straps, and a wide bottom band, making it a comfortable option for athletic shapes.

Bramour Gramercy Luxe Lace Bralette

Price: $44

Review: 4.4

This sports bra is a comfortable option for both working out and everyday wear. Featuring cushioned inner-bust bands that comfortably lift the bust without underwires and seamless cups, this bra is a comfortable day-to-day option for athletic boobs.

How Should Athletic Shaped Bras Fit?

If you have an athletic breast shape, you may experience fit issues with certain bras. Women with athletic breasts may often experience gaping in the top of the cups and underwires digging in. Wires poking is an issue for many women with athletic breasts, so it's important to try out a range of styles to see what works best for you. If you have an athletic breast type, your bras should lift and shape from the bottom of the breast to avoid any issues with cup gaping or wire poke.

Like any breast shape, when it comes to finding a comfortable and supportive bra it's imperative to know your proper bra size. We recommend measuring your bust and band measurements and plugging them into our Bra Size Calculator to determine your best fit.

About the Author

Maeve Gesualdi is a Fordham University alumna where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Fashion Studies. Based in New York City, Maeve is part of the marketing team at Glamorise. Maeve regularly interacts with customers via social media and product reviews, as well as with influencers and models. She is constantly getting feedback on our products as well as gaining a better understanding of what women in our category struggle with and/or look for when searching for a bra. Aside from writing, she is passionate about all things travel and fashion.

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