I just got this in the mail a few hours ago, and have already put a few miles on it. The thought running through my mind as I completed my run: Why, oh why, did I not purchase a quality encapsulation/underwire sports bra like this long before now?! To my surprise, I did need the extra security of the optional racerback configuration to control bounce the way I expected, but that was no big deal. Overall, it was comfortable and extremely supportive. I can see why so many women are commenting in their reviews that they wear this as a daily "regular" bra.

One note: If you are, ahem, "fuller-figured" like me, you may notice some overflow of flab in the side/underarm area. I am used to basic compression band-style sports bras that come up fairly high in the underarm area and therefore hold me in better in that region. From the photos of the size 4 models wearing this bra, it would appear that this bra also comes up fairly high on the sides, but that wasn't my experience. Was this just a fit issue or personal anatomical situation? Possibly, but I mention it because if anyone reading this has some extra fluff in that area they may find the photos of the models don't reflect a realistic fit.

Anyway, the overall construction is excellent, as expected for the price. I initially thought the straps could've been made softer/smoother, but actually I think a good balance was made here: the material seems kind enough to the skin while also being non-slip. There are no rough edges or poorly finished seams anywhere that could easily cause a chafing situation, and I'd feel secure that the straps would not slip even if I had it in the non-racerback position.

I was slightly concerned that the seams would be noticeable under a shirt, but I wore my thinnest, slinkiest run shirt this evening and you can barely notice the main seam in the front. It's not an issue at all. And it's so nice to have perfect coverage of the headlight effect while not having to deal with an excessive amount of padding!

It feels amazing to feel so supported. I think my posture was improved while I wore this bra, and I know my overall appearance definitely was! No more schlepping about the gym like a sad, droopy, uniboob-having oompa-loompa!  I will be buying another very soon.