Beat the Heat (and Banish Boob Sweat) With These 8 Cooling Bras

Breathable mesh, cooling cutouts, high-tech fabrics—read on to find your new favorite bra, just in time to beat the heat.

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One surefire way to make feeling hot and uncomfortable even worse is by wearing a bra. Whether the source of your sweaty discomfort is menopause-related (oh joy!) or weather-related, there's no denying that confining your breasts to boob-jail only adds to the agony. Luckily, bra makers have really stepped it up in recent years, and it's now possible to find a bra that's intentionally designed to help you keep your cool. There are plenty of options out there that use temperature-regulating materials and strategically placed ventilation so the girls can stay supported and cool. Ready to banish boob sweat for good? Scroll on to explore a few of the best cooling bras out there, for breasts of all sizes.

Best cooling bras, at a glance

What to look for in a cooling bra

The best cooling bras offer no shortage of ventilation. Our picks below were designed using breathable materials like mesh or more high-tech fabrics (you'll see an example of this from Thirdlove below!) and cutouts in your most heat-trapping areas, such as between the breast cups or in the band. Of course, a bra's primary goal is to support your breasts—that's why we made sure to include a range of bras with varied support levels. So whether you're headed out on a hike with DD cups or are fighting off hot flashes with AA's, there's a bra on this list that can help you stay chill.

Shop 8 of the best cooling bras

Best overall: Thirdlove TempSync T-Shirt Bra

Best overall: Thirdlove TempSync T-Shirt Bra

$78

As the name suggests, this ThirdLove bra uses a proprietary material (called 37.5 Tech) that's infused with temperature regulating minerals to keep you cool through hot flashes and heat waves. It also provides plenty of shape without adding heat thanks to the breathable, perforated cups, and there's even a mesh panel for added ventilation between the cups. Other standout features: convertible, adjustable straps, poke-free underwire, and an adjustable back closure for the perfect fit.

Sizes: 32A-42H | Colors: 3 (also available in a wireless design)

Best high-support: Wacoal Comfortable Cool Underwire Bra

Best high-support: Wacoal Comfortable Cool Underwire Bra

$74

This seamless underwire bra from Wacoal offers plenty of support, but ditches stifling, thick padding for full coverage two-ply cups made from moisture-wicking material. Despite the light material, this bra still has sturdy, adjustable camisole-style straps that won't slip and an adjustable back closure to keep you feeling secure.

Sizes: 34C-44G | Colors: 3

Best wireless: Honeylove CrossFlex Activity Bra

Best wireless: Honeylove CrossFlex Activity Bra

$74

Designed with activity in mind (think: touristing around on vacay or running errands in the sweltering heat), this pick from Honeylove offers a whole lot of ventilation thanks to mesh paneling in the front and side panels. The moisture-wicking material and silicone-cushioned band help keep things cool and secure, while the internal sling in the wire-free cups provides a shaping lift. It also has adjustable convertible straps and an ajdustable hook-and-eye closure.

Sizes: 30A-44G | Colors: 3

Best bralette: LDMA Low Show Bralette

Best bralette: LDMA Low Show Bralette

$50

I own this bralette and let me tell ya: it feels like wearing nothing. The straps are thin, yet comfortable, and the low V-neck silhouette helps keep things low-profile. But best of all is the material, which is soft, stretchy, and moisture-wicking. It might not be the most supportive pick on this list if you have larger cups, but if you're looking for a solid bralette for lounging or light activity, this one will keep you cool.

Sizes: XS-XL | Colors: 10

Best sports bra: Outdoor Voices CoolForm Bra

Best sports bra: Outdoor Voices CoolForm Bra

$58

Another pick from my own closet, the CoolForm Bra from Outdoor Voices is one of the most breathable sports bras I've worn. It has open back paneling to avoid trapping heat (goodbye, back sweat!) and a sneaky front vent to keep air flowing between your boobs. And, while the material is sweat-wicking and quick-drying, there's also an adjustable back clasp you can undo so you don't have to wrestle your bra off after a hot and sticky workout.

Sizes: 2XS-3XL | Colors: 2

Best mesh: Negative Sieve Cutout Bra

Best mesh: Negative Sieve Cutout Bra

$70

When you think breathable materials, you probably think of mesh. And, when it comes to quality mesh bras, you should think of Negative, the bra and underwear brand that specializes in garments with a next-to-nothing feel. This Sieve Cutout bra is great example of that—it uses super fine Belgian power mircomesh and a dramatic cutout in the front for plenty of airflow between the girls. There are also adjustable straps and an adjustable back closure for a comfortable, secure fit.

Sizes: 30A-40G | Colors: 11

Best lightly padded: Cuup The Demi Spacer Bra

Best lightly padded: Cuup The Demi Spacer Bra

$78

If the above mesh option seems like not enough coverage for you, check out this breathable underwire option from Cuup. It uses the brand's 3D Spacer fabric, which provides seamless coverage and shaping without adding any thick padding. The materials are breathable throughout, including the mesh wings on the low-profile band. Plus, you'll be able to adjust the soft straps and back clasp for a perfect fit.

Sizes: 30A-44H | Colors: 8+

Best for small boobs: Pepper Limitless Wirefree Scoop Bra

Best for small boobs: Pepper Limitless Wirefree Scoop Bra

$50

If you've got smaller boobs, you'll want to know about Pepper—the brand makes bras designed specifically for smaller-breasted folks. This wireless scoop bra is one of their more cooling designs thanks to the mesh paneling on the band and a mesh vent between the cups. It also features adjustable straps and an adjustable closure to find your perfect, gap-free fit.

Sizes: 30A-40B | Colors: 7

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