Last year I connected with Dr. Annie Holder, creator of The Travel Bra, and we ran a giveaway and a promotion together on this site. While I'm no expert on bras (I'm a dude incase you didn't know), I am interested in new and revolutionary products in the travel space, and so I was inspired by Dr. Annie to research the best bras for travelers to see what else was out there. I thought about asking one of my female writer to tackle this piece, but I'm fearless! Instead of playing my ‘guy card' on this one, I buckled down and did the research myself, from a completely outside perspective, to see what female travelers had to say on this topic. And here's what I found.
What makes a good travel bra?
Since I have no personal experience to answer this question, I looked to the experts. Here's what they had to say about choosing the best travel bra.
Jene' Luciani recommends:
- The Genie Bra as a t-shirt bra that can double as a sports bra.
- Champion Women's Double Dry Distance Underwire Sports Bra for great support during high impact activities
- Genie Women's Cami-Shaper for women who like to go bra-less
Finding the perfect fitting bra is apparently such a complicated task for women that she wrote an entire book on the subject called The Bra Book: An Intimate Guide to Finding the Right Bra, Shapewear, Swimsuit, and More!
Brooke Schoenman recommends:
- Lululemon Ta Ta Tamer for running and being active.
- ExOfficio Give N Go Crossover Bra for a bra with quick drying fabric and a flattering style.
- Patagonia Barely Wireless Bra for wearing with dresses and tank tops.
- And she recommends Dr. Annie's The Travel Bra as “the ultimate travel bra”
Rachel Jones recommends:
- Free People Bralettes for bandeau and halter style.
- Crochet Bras for when wearing outfits where your bra is going to show
- Body by Victoria Underwire Bras for wearing a nicer dress.
- Under Armour Sports Bras for exercising and extreme activities.
- And lastly she recommends simply wearing a bikini as a bra in humid climates!
Kim Caldwell recommends these non-underwire bras:
- Calvin Klein Modern Cotton Bralette for running around town or low impact activities.
- Gossamer Mesh Unwire Uplift Bra for their breathable mesh material and price point.
- Bella Materna Anytime Nursing Bra (that's right, a nursing bra) for its removable lining and six hooks on the band which makes it good for fitting many different sized women.
- Elila Leopard Lace Softcup Bra for women with a full bust.
- Anita Activity Comfort Sports Bra because it's available in A-G cups, super smooth, offers full coverage, and has wide adjustable straps and band.
- Hanky Panky Bralettes for their fun colors and patterns, although not as supportive as others.
- Simone Perele Wireless Bras for their aloe-infused lace!
Leyla Giray Alyanak recommends:
- ExOfficio's Crossover for “less chesty” women in hot climates and on long trips. (which Brooke Schoenman also recommended earlier).
- Panache Bras for a nicer looking sports bra.
- Moving Comfort's Fiona Bra for women on the larger side.
- And her other top picks were Calvin Klein's Iron Strength Bralette, Glamorise's MagicLift Sports Bra, Anita's Light and Firm Sports Bra, and the Criss Cross Strappy Yoga Sports Bra
Laura Lopuch recommends:
- Calvin Klein Women's Perfectly Fit Push Up Multiway Bra as an extremely versatile travel bra.
- Dr. Annie's The Travel Bra for stashing your valuables.
- Gossamer Mesh Unwire Uplift Bras for a solid everyday travel bra option with breathable mesh material.
- Top Secret Prop Top Bralette for straight up comfort while sacrificing a little support.
- Elila Leopard Lace Softcup Bra for fuller busts that need a little extra support without an underwire.
- CW-X Stabilyx Running Bra for its breathability and support web built into the cups.
Fas Abdul Gaffa recommends:
- Top Secret Prop Top Bralette for it's comfort and double layers which “makes sure you don’t have unnecessary nipple action on the plane”.
- Eberjey India Retro Bralet as a soft, underwireless sexy bra.
- C9 by Champion Racer Bra which she originally picked up for her Bikram yoga classes (go Bikram!) and feels its a good travel bra for the price.
Cindy Heazlit only packs two bras for her trips – one to wear and one to wash. She recommend these travel bra brands:
Therese recommends:
The Knixwear Evolution Bra because she feels that “everything that makes a good bra – and thus a good travel bra – is built into this piece.”
What's the best anti-theft travel bra?
All that above seems like great advice and recommendations for comfortable travel bras, but what about ones that help protect your valuables? (No, I mean your other valuables like your passport, credit cards, and cash.) It seems like Dr. Annie's The Travel Bra was the only bra out there that offers this type of protection, but aside from that novelty, does it pass the comfort test? Here's what travelers had to say about it.
You can check out The Travel Bra at www.thetravelbra.com and use discount code TRAVELISLIFE at checkout for 15% off
To 10 Best Selling Travel Bras
Opinions are great and all, but I find that data speaks volumes. So aside from reading what travelers had to say about their favorite travel bras, I also wanted to see which travel bras were selling the best. And here's what I found.
- THE PERFECT FIT & COLOR - Size : Large. We recommend selecting a size up for all day comfort. For a...
- HOOK AND EYE CLOSURE for a secure fit and easy to put on and take off. The double clasp ensures a...
- LIGHTLY PADDED BRA - Foam cups offer firm support even without wires. Our wireless support bra has...
- COMFORTABLE & DURABLE - Made from 90% Nylon and 10% Spandex. Our wireless high support bra was...
- MACHINE WASHABLE - AIR DRY - Simply throw them in the washer with your colors and tumble dry on low....
- SOFT & LIGHT WITH A BARELY-THERE FEEL - This women's wireless bra is like wearing no bra at all,...
- DREAMY SUPPORT - T-shirt bra with flexible, lightly lined foam cups gently shape and support.
- THE BRA THAT DOES A DISAPPEARING ACT - Silky smooth, seamless cups let t-shirts and clingy clothes...
- STRATEGIC AIR FLOW - Lightweight mesh inserts at the center front, sides, and back for breezy...
- WEAR 2 WAYS - Straps convert from straight to crisscross to accommodate different fashion...
- Super-soft comfort
- Convenient, front-adjustable straps
- Extra comfort band
- Wireless support
- BUILT-IN COMFORT & SUPPORT - TruSupport 4-way wireless support system with higher sides, fuller bra...
- NATURAL-LOOKING LIFT - Wireless bra offers Magic Ring construction with panels that support from the...
- A HERITAGE OF SUPERB SUPPORT - This full-coverage bra is built around the Playtex 18 Hour M-Frame,...
- KEEP YOUR COOL - Cool Comfort moisture-wicking jacquard fabric with delicate picot trim helps keep...
- NO-BULGE BACK AND SIDES - Stretch satin panels delivers even more smooth comfort in this women's...
- 【Cute Scalloped Design】Vertvie wirefree bras with the upgraded V-neck and scalloped edge design...
- 【Buttery Soft Comfort Bra】Our seamless bras use an exclusive new high-tech fabric that's super...
- 【"W" Jelly Strip, No Wire Bra】Women's supportive bras feature a 'W'-shaped 'Jelly Strip' design...
- 【Invisible U Back & Adjustable Straps】The padded push up bra features elastic, adjustable...
- 【Suitable for Everyone】Vertvie everyday bras provide full coverage and support for you. The low...
- Made with super-soft brushed fabric for incredible comfort
- Light contour cups naturally shape and support
- Convenient, front-adjustable straps
- Bottom comfort band
- Double Clasp Hook and Eye Closure sizes 32-38A, 32-326B, 32-34C / Triple Clasp Hook and Eye Closure...
- Full coverage everyday bra cup can greatly cover your breast, show your nature curve.Gives support...
- Plus size bra with high side, U back, wide straps, broad band and side slings offers support and...
- Comfort wide adjustable cushioned straps, no pressure on your shoulders, helps you feel more...
- Unique Design:The seamless bras for women have fully adjustable shoulder straps and back buckles,...
- Suitable for Everyone & Any Occasion:Our bra is suitable for any clothing, such as T-shirt, vest,...
- KNIT-IN SUPPORT - Wireless bra with strategic knit panels and a ribbed under band provide the...
- ADAPTS TO YOUR SHAPE - T-shirt bra with ComfortFlex Fit stretches effortlessly to mold to your...
- COOL ALL DAY - This women's pullover bra offers Cool Comfort moisture-wicking fabric - keeping you...
- THE SMOOTHNESS YOU WANT - Seamless construction, a built-up back, and wide straps for the invisible...
- NATURAL SHAPING - Unlined cups offer natural shaping and sublime comfort to this women's wireless...
- NO WIRE BRAS FOR WOMEN: The support and shaping from the underwired bra, but without pinching and...
- SOFT WOMENS BRALETTES: Crafted with fabric that feels soft against your skin and allows for...
- ADJUSTABLE BRA: Customize the straps to your preference, and choose the level of support that you...
- CONVERTIBLE STRAPS: Explore different styling options with straps that can be easily converted....
- SEAMLESS EVERYDAY BRAS: Experience ultimate comfort with its smooth and seamless design, eliminating...
- 【Comfort Soft Bra】Experience the exceptional comfort of our exclusive new high-tech fabric,...
- 【Jelly Strip Push Up Bras】 Our womens bras feature a W-shaped 'Jelly Strip' and 3D molded cups...
- 【Seamless Sports Bra】 The bras for women no underwire provide full coverage, support and lift....
- 【Adjustable Shoulder Straps】 These supportive bras for women feature adjustable, non-slip straps...
- 【Suitable for Any Occasion】 Our bralettes for women can be worn under all types of clothing....
What's your favorite travel bra and why?
Hopefully this post helps save you some time doing research on what the experts say, but now I want to hear from you. In your experience, what's the best travel bra and why? Help each other out and leave your recommendations in the comments section below. Until next time my friends!
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