Best Bras With Back Support That'll Help Banish Aches and Pain

January 12, 2024

And might even improve your posture, NBD.

Think of building a great bra collection as an ongoing ~~obsession~~ project. There's no one-and-done style that works across all activities, bust sizes, and 'fits. Sometimes, that means a sleep bra so soft and weightless you legitimately forget you're wearing anything; for workouts, a stellar sports bra to minimize bounce and maximize sweat-wicking; other occasions call for that confidence-boosting, structured, perf underwire T-shirt bra. That said, TBH, bras with back support are probs my favorite to slip into, and soon to be yours, too.

Because, yes, how your boobs look is certainly a key part of the bra shopping equation! But how a bra feels, and whether it really takes some of the load off your shoulders and back, is so key. Good news: we did the heavy lifting for you to track down eight standout bras with back support, including underwire and wire-free options, ones that promise to improve your posture, front-close designs that are a snap to put on or take off, and more.

If you're inspired to overhaul your whole bra lineup, then be sure to shop our favorite seamless bras, airy mesh styles, bras for big busts and stay-put strapless ones. Ahead, the 8 best bras with back support that'll take a load off, literally. Trust us, your bod will thank you later.

Our top picks for the best bras with back support of 2023:

BEST FRONT-CLOSE POSTURE BRA

AlignMe Zipper Posture Sports Bra

$99 AT ALIGNMED.COM

Another tried-and-true favorite in my, uh, extensive research slash obsession with posture-improving bras is this AlignMe style. The front closure—with a row of hook-and-eyes and a zipper to stay securely closed—def makes it easier to wrangle on and slide off than pull-over posture bras. Though the zipper is kinda bulky and does show through most shirts, you can wear it solo as a top, too, thanks to its ample coverage and sporty crop top look. (There’s a zip-free, hook-free pullover version, too, if you prefer a smoother look.) The science behind this supportive bra includes proprietary Neuroband® technology (aka, those crisscrossed straps in the back) to properly align the spine and vented power-mesh paneling for breathability.

Colors: 4 options

Sizing: XS-2XL