As teen girls gain more independence and a sense of who they are, they want to make their own clothing decisions, including what kind of girls' sports bras to wear.
While they may have their own thoughts about what they want, they don’t always have the experience to know what to look for in a teen sports bra. This is why an easy-to-understand guide for your teenage daughter can help ensure she selects a sports bra that meets all her expectations!
Style Considerations
Fashion is always a part of a teen’s clothing decision, even when it’s a bra that will be worn under other clothing. While flashy designs and colors are fun, she needs to consider how they match with her outfits if the color and design show through.
The sports bra should also match your daughter’s activity level. High-impact exercise, like running or playing basketball, will require extra compression to keep her breasts in place. Walking, dancing, or playing with friends will require less.
The Right Fit
The manufacturer’s sizing guide is a good place to start, but your daughter still needs to try on her sports bras to ensure they fit well. The bra should be snug but not so tight that it restricts movement or impacts breathing. The band under the breast should remain in place when she reaches over her head, and the straps shouldn’t dig into her shoulders or slip off, even during lots of jumping around.
Comfort Is Key
The ultimate test of a sports bra’s suitability is how her teenager feels when wearing it. The material should be soft and smooth, provide enough coverage to preserve her modesty, and not have any seams, tags, or other elements in inappropriate places that might irritate her skin.
A sports bra is typically made with a soft fabric mix that includes a stretchy synthetic fabric like spandex so it can move with your daughter’s body. Moisture-wicking fabric and mesh will help with breathability, while antimicrobial, odor-resistant materials make it less likely the bra will get stinky if she forgets about it at the bottom of her backpack.
How Many Sports Bras Does She Need?
The number of sports bras a teenage girl needs depends on her activity level and how much she sweats. In general, you should have at least three bras in rotation: one to wear, one in the laundry, and a clean one in the drawer. Depending on how often you do the laundry, you may want to adjust this number up or down.
You may also want to have some extra sports bras on hand if your daughter plans to wear them as part of her daily wardrobe, perhaps layered with other pieces of clothing for a casual, sporty look.
Empower Your Teen With a Quality Sports Bra
After your daughter understands how sports bras support growing girls and how comfortable that support can be, she’ll be more confident about her changing body when she strides out into a field or court, or when she simply shows up for the morning bell at school.
Check out the Yellowberry catalog to find the perfect sports bra for your teen. Our company was founded by a teen who was frustrated by the lack of options available to her younger sister when she tried to find her first bra. Since those humble beginnings, we have expanded our line of undergarments and loungewear by always keeping a girl’s needs and wants at the forefront of everything we do!
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