Stylish Black Sports Bras

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When our moms used to chant to us "look good, feel good" we always assumed this was a mantra for job interviews, dates, and other poignant occasions where how you dress can really make a difference. It wasn’t until recently, however, that we started applying this theory to our fitness routine. It’s true: When you look in the mirror at the gym (or at your reflection in a window as you run by), and you like what you see—you’re bound to have a better workout experience.

On the flip side of the athleisure trend is the boom in athletic apparel that’s actually meant to be worn when you sweat. Thanks to boutique companies, like Live the Process and Sweaty Betty, as well as celebrity-led brands, like Ivy Park (Beyonce) and Fabletics (Kate Hudson), our workout wear can now be included in our personal style.

For us, the foundation of a fitness wardrobe is built on the black sports bra: They’re practical, sleek, and least likely to show our perspiration during SoulCycle and Pure Barre classes. All of that means, we like to have a few in rotation, and we like them to be worth showing off when hot yoga gets a little too hot. Ahead, we rounded up nine seriously cool (and supportive) black sports bras from our favorite fitness brands.

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Solow sports bra

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$86 Solow available at carbon38.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

The contrasting blue panel provides adds interest (and support) to this sports bra.

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Victoria's Secret sports bra

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$20 Victoria's Secret available at victoriassecret.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

The collar-like feature on this affordable sports bra will look especially cool peeking out from scoop-neck workout tops.

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Heroine Sport sports bra

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$95 Heroine Sport available at heroinesport.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

The halter-style mesh straps on this sports bra make it cool enough to wear as a crop top.

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Ivy Park sports bra

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$52 Ivy Park available at topshop.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

This Ivy Park sports bra gets a cool factor thanks to its V-shape band and subtle shine.

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Carbon 38 sports bra

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$79 Carbon 38 available at carbon38.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

This high-neck sports bra gives us some serious Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century vibes—in a good way.

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Sweaty Betty yoga bra

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$65 Sweaty Betty available at sweatybetty.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

This lightly padded yoga bra might just be cool enough to get us to try hot yoga.

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Cushnie et Ochs sports bra

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$148 Cushnie et Ochs available at farfetch.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

Let the criss-crossing straps of this sports bra show through under a white tank top.

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Bodyism yoga bra

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$105 Live The Process available at net-a-porter.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

The deep V-neck of this bra is so flattering we'd be tempted to wear it as a swimsuit top.

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Bodyism sports bra

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$95 Bodyism available at net-a-porter.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

The soft stretch jersey and multiple straps of this Bodyism bra make it as stylish as it is supportive.

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