STYLETHREAD -- LET'S TALK SHOP!

alb · Marc Jacobs

i need some new workout clothes (tops specifically)

Kelly · Hermes

I really like the VS one you posted. It's subtly different, and it's pretty without looking like you're trying to be sexy. Personally I don't get anything with a shelf bra in it because the bands never hit me in the right spot. But if they hit you in the right spot, on your ribcage underneath your breasts, I think they could give you an extra bit of support and certainly couldn't hurt as long as you don't use those instead of a sports bra!

BTW if you're upgrading your gym clothes, Figleaves.com is having a buy-1-get-1 sale on shock absorber sports bras

alb · Marc Jacobs

thanks, ttara, for the input!  i didn't notice that that vs one had a shelf bra.  i've been trying to avoid those tops for the reasons you mentioned (and also they don't offer enough support alone) and the ones with more substantial built in bras look weird one me.  it didn't occur to me to wear a sports bra even if the shirt has a shelf bra in it (which is what you're suggesting, right?), so thanks!

off to check figleaves now!

Kelly · Hermes

oh, it might not have a shelf bra in that VS one specifically....you just said something about a built-in bra so I threw that out there. I didn't mean to confuse you - I don't know if that VS one has a shelf bra or not!

IMO any built-in bra isn't a substitute for a sports bra. Sports bras work hard and they're constructed in very specific ways, and no tops I've ever seen come close to matching a sport bra's support. I probably notice it more because I have a fairly large chest, but even smaller boobs move pretty much during exercise, and personally I do everything I can to slow down the sagging process!

-- Edited by ttara123 at 22:38, 2009-01-14

Verbana · Nine West

Old Navy has a great selection of workout clothes right now.

NCshopper · Hermes

I highly recommend the C9 line by Target. I have about 7 of their Long and Lean tanks and they're great. They're usually $14.99, but Target will often run a sale on them. And they come in a jillion colors.

They have a racerback and no built in bra, but racerback sports bras aren't too hard to find (in fact Target's C9 sports bras are also good).

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alb · Marc Jacobs

thanks, girls! ttara - thanks for making that point about the built in bra tanks. that makes sense and i will heed that advice as i have a fairly large chest too and need the support of a real sports bra.

verbana and ncshopper - thanks! i will def. check both target and ON. ncs - are the target tanks cotton or a different material? just curious.

ViViDogWear · Kate Spade

i personally like Lululemon's deep-v bras & tops (b/c I need the help to look like i still have some boobs in a sports bra).
I've also been eyeing this site www.athleta.com and wanna order a bunch of stuff, but I haven't been working out consistently. Their stuff is pretty and nice colors - other than black.

NCshopper · Hermes

The Target tanks are synthetic, so they wick the sweat away. After wearing these, I can't stand going back to a cotton tee shirt.

alb · Marc Jacobs

NCshopper wrote:

The Target tanks are synthetic, so they wick the sweat away. After wearing these, I can't stand going back to a cotton tee shirt.

perfect - just what i wanted to hear. thanks again, ncs!

alb · Marc Jacobs

ViViDogWear wrote:

i personally like Lululemon's deep-v bras & tops (b/c I need the help to look like i still have some boobs in a sports bra).
I've also been eyeing this site www.athleta.com and wanna order a bunch of stuff, but I haven't been working out consistently. Their stuff is pretty and nice colors - other than black.

ooh i noticed those deep v bras at lululemon the other day. it's good to know they work well, as i thought they were cute. i also have been looking at athleta. both sites have cute stuff - though a bit expensive! thanks!

jacL · Coach

NCshopper wrote:

I highly recommend the C9 line by Target. I have about 7 of their Long and Lean tanks and they're great. They're usually $14.99, but Target will often run a sale on them. And they come in a jillion colors.

They have a racerback and no built in bra, but racerback sports bras aren't too hard to find (in fact Target's C9 sports bras are also good).

Yes! I love everything by this line--you should try it!

Hermes

I was going to suggest Marshall's and TJ Maxx, but you've already done that (I exclusively buy Marshall's and TJ's clearance active wear, but I also work out in the privacy of my basement smile

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I had not heard of the Target line, maybe I should check those out too. I like a longer top when I'm out running, and these look like they may fit the bill...

alb · Marc Jacobs

thanks again, girls! i'm really looking forward to trying this new target brand. d - i agree with you on buying workout stuff at marshalls. i've gotten almost all of my sports bras and workout pants/yoga pants there - just no immediate luck with tops. i have found really nice stuff - good brands too!

knshdion · BCBG

I think i third the ringing endorsement of the Target line. You can also pick up some deals in macy's, mine has nike stuff on clearance all the time.

alb · Marc Jacobs

thanks knshdion! i haven't made it to target yet this week but i stopped by a store called dick's sporting goods today and found tons of stuff. i love that store! i found out about it at the gym when i asked someone with a cute workout shirt where she had gotten it.

anyway, they had tons of cute stuff on sale. i bought 3 nike tops on clearance - i love nike workout gear now! of course i am going to have to try the target stuff too though!