Lift your spirits with these 15 travel bras 

By Marin Scotten, Editorial Intern, JourneyWoman

Let’s face it: finding a bra that is comfortable, supportive and fits properly is difficult for all women. Finding a fashionable bra that works well in any climate and fits those of us who are taller or heavier, is another. A challenge that our readers were eager to take on when this topic came up on our private Facebook group recently. 

Marti Sladek laid out the situation: “Let’s talk about bras,” she wrote. “I am in my 70s and tall, size 18. I’m looking for recommendations on travel bras that will give some support and coverage, but are also wireless, cool in jungle heat and quick dry after hand wash.” 

Game on. A flurry of discussion began, evaluating suitable candidates based on their versatility, comfort and support. We’ve taken the liberty of curating these into a final list of 15, plus one new entrant, evaluated by Marti herself. (We’d love your undies and bathing suit recommendations next ladies! )  

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The Late Entrant: Juno Activewear

When Juno Activewear heard about our feature, they were eager to be included. It seemed only right to send samples to the woman who started it all, Marti. 

Juno sent Marti a bra and panties set to try, the QuikWik Soft Control Bra and Comfort Briefs.

Here’s what Marti reported: “First, love the name. Juno was queen of the Roman gods.  They came with a branded tote bag, a coupon, and a postcard with a thank you note from the head of the company. The photos are of real-sized women, so relatable.”

Cons:  The band of the bra is narrow, and it rolled under. This isn’t because it was too small–in fact, I think the next size would be too large–but rather on someone as tall (6 feet) and long-torsoed as I am, the whole bra just isn’t quite long enough. Maybe a wider band would help. Typical of a sports bra, there are no back hooks or strap adjusters, which makes it a little tough for someone with arthritis to pull on, but with the stretch, I got it on and tucked in easily enough. The thick side seams on the bra pressed in a tad too much, and went too high up into the arm. Is it too much to ask any undie company not to have a scratchy tag?

One of my concerns for travel is pieces that dry quickly overnight so I can pack light. These did not. The seams were still damp 8 hours after hand-washing, rolling in a towel for a few minutes and hanging them.

Summary: Overall, I like these better than any other activewear styles I have tried. They aren’t an add-on of a major brand. They are specifically made for those of us not built like supermodels.

But I’d like to add them to my collection of bras and briefs in their great fabric and colors.

What are your favourite bras to travel with? Share them with us below!

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