Tess Ribbed V Bra
$17.59
A flirty plunging deep-V with a sporty racer back for the best of both worlds. The Melbourneactivewear Tess Ribbed V Bra has a princess seam detail along the front with 2″ elastic band. Made with Spandex Active Rib.
Features
- Deep V neckline
- Medium impact
- Lined
- Medium weight with just enough stretch for flexibility
- Moisture-wicking for maximum dryness
Details
- Fabric: Outer: 85% Nylon, 15% Spandex Active Rib; Lining: 88% Polyester, 12% Spandex
- Care: Machine wash cold, lay flat to dry.
- Country of Origin: Made in the USA
Why the Perfect Yoga Bra is Essential for Your Practice
Finding the right yoga sports bra can feel like a quest for the holy grail. It needs to offer support without restricting movement, provide coverage without adding bulk, and keep you dry without sacrificing style. A poorly chosen bra can distract you from your flow, cause discomfort during deep stretches, and even impact your alignment. The Melbourneactivewear Tess Ribbed V Bra is designed to eliminate these common frustrations, merging fashion with function to create a seamless experience on and off the mat. This article will explore how the right activewear, specifically a high-quality ribbed V bra, can transform your practice by addressing core needs like breathability, support, and unrestricted motion.
Unlocking Maximum Comfort with Ribbed Fabric Technology
What sets a ribbed activewear fabric apart? The distinctive texture isn’t just for aesthetics; it’s a deliberate design choice for enhanced performance. Ribbed knit fabric, like the Spandex Active Rib used in our Tess Bra, offers superior elasticity and recovery. This means the material stretches with your body during a challenging Vinyasa sequence or a deep Yin yoga hold but snaps back to its original shape, resisting sagging and bagging over time. The ribbed structure also creates tiny channels across the fabric, improving air circulation and making the bra exceptionally breathable. For yogis, this translates to a top that feels like a second skin—moving with you, not against you—while managing moisture effectively to keep you focused on your practice, not on your clothing.
Mastering Support and Style with a Deep V Neckline Design
The deep V neckline is more than a stylish feature; it’s a functional element that promotes freedom and comfort. This design allows for a greater range of motion in the shoulders and upper back, which is crucial for poses like Downward-Facing Dog, Camel, or any arm balance. It prevents the fabric from bunching up around the neck, a common annoyance that can break concentration. The Melbourneactivewear Tess Bra combines this liberating neckline with a sporty racer back, creating a secure fit that supports the bust during medium-impact activities. The princess seam detail is not only flattering, contouring to the body’s natural shape, but it also reinforces the structure, ensuring the bra provides consistent support without the need for uncomfortable underwires. It’s the perfect union where sophisticated design meets practical performance.
Solving Common Yoga Activewear Pain Points
Many practitioners struggle with activewear that falls short. Common complaints include straps that dig into the shoulders, bands that roll up during seated poses, and fabric that becomes heavy with sweat. The Tess Ribbed V Bra is engineered with solutions to these very problems. The 2-inch elastic band lies flat against the skin, providing a secure base without pinching or rolling. The moisture-wicking properties of the nylon and spandex blend pull perspiration away from the skin to the fabric’s surface, where it can evaporate quickly, ensuring you stay dry and comfortable. The lined interior offers modesty and a smooth feel against the skin, eliminating the need for an additional layer. By addressing these specific pain points, this bra allows you to dedicate your full energy to achieving mindfulness and physical mastery.
Integrating Your Yoga Bra into a Holistic Active Lifestyle
Your yoga practice doesn’t end when you roll up your mat, and neither should the functionality of your activewear. The versatility of a high-quality bra like the Tess model means it seamlessly transitions into other aspects of your day. Its medium-impact support makes it suitable for a wide range of activities, from Pilates and barre to hiking and gym sessions. The stylish deep V and ribbed texture make it a fashionable top on its own, perfect for pairing with high-waisted leggings for a coffee run or lunch after class. Choosing pieces that work this hard means building a minimalist, sustainable activewear wardrobe where every item delivers maximum value, supporting not just your practice but your entire lifestyle.
Practical Care Tips for Long-Lasting Activewear Performance
Investing in premium yoga clothing means you’ll want it to last. Proper care is simple and ensures your Melbourneactivewear pieces maintain their shape, compression, and color vibrancy. Always machine wash your Tess Bra in cold water with like colors. Cold water helps preserve the elasticity of the spandex fibers and prevents fading. Avoid using fabric softeners as they can coat the technical fibers, reducing their moisture-wicking capabilities. The most crucial step is to lay the bra flat to dry. Tumble drying, especially on high heat, can break down the spandex and cause premature wear. By following these simple steps, you protect your investment and enjoy the performance and comfort of your yoga bra for years to come.
Elevate Your Practice with Thoughtful Gear Choices
The gear you choose is a partner in your wellness journey. It can either hinder your progress or empower you to reach new heights. A bra that offers the perfect balance of support, comfort, and style, like the Tess Ribbed V Bra, removes distractions and allows you to immerse fully in the mental and physical benefits of yoga. It’s about honoring your body by providing it with clothing that respects its movement and needs. When you feel confident and comfortable in your activewear, you can focus on your breath, deepen your stretches, and hold your poses with greater stability. Make a choice that supports every aspect of your practice, from the first Sun Salutation to the final Savasana.

Kazuki Jones –
I’m from Newcastle and the shipping was super fast. The Tess Ribbed V Bra is comfy for light workouts, but the compression isn’t enough for high-impact stuff like my HIIT class. The fabric feels nice, though, and it’s great for yoga or running errands. Wish it had a bit more support for tougher sessions. Still, it’s a solid addition to my activewear drawer!
Hui Young –
Absolutely love this Tess Ribbed V Bra! The fit is spot on – supportive but not restrictive. Perfect for my morning yoga flows, it moves with me without digging in. The fabric is so breathable, and the compression is just right for low-impact workouts. I even wore it running errands afterwards and forgot I had it on. I’m from Wollongong and the shipping was super fast. Seriously, can’t recommend this enough!
Xiao Schmidt –
I’m obsessed with the Tess Ribbed V Bra! The compression is spot-on for my gym sessions, and the high-waisted design means I’m not constantly adjusting it. Plus, it’s sustainable, which is a massive win. I wore it to yoga last week and then straight to brunch—so comfy and stylish. I’m from Gold Coast and the shipping was super fast. Honestly, can’t fault it. Perfect for busy days when you need gear that works as hard as you do.
Mustafa Weber –
I’ve been living in my Tess Ribbed V Bra lately! It’s super flexible, perfect for my morning yoga flows and then dashing around to school drop-offs. The fit is spot-on—supportive but not restrictive, and the ribbed fabric is so soft. Plus, knowing it’s sustainable makes me feel even better about wearing it constantly. Honestly, it’s become my go-to for everything. Can’t recommend it enough!
Elizabeth Taylor –
I’ve practically lived in my Tess Ribbed V Bra since it arrived. The fit is spot on – it’s super supportive without digging in. I wore it to a heated pilates class and the compression was perfect for all those planks, plus the ribbed fabric is so soft and comfy. Didn’t have to adjust it once! It’s an absolute winner, I’ll definitely be grabbing another one.
Pooja Sun –
I’m from Sydney and the shipping was super fast, which was a bonus because I was keen to try this bra on my weekend coastal run. The fit is amazing – it’s so supportive without feeling tight. The fabric is seriously flexible and the moisture-wicking kept me dry even when I pushed up that last big hill. It’s now my absolute favourite for anything high-impact.
Victoria Wang –
I grabbed this Tess bra for a quick gym session before work and it didn’t budge! The ribbed fabric is so soft and the fit is perfect – supportive without digging in. I’ve even worn it under a blazer for errands and it was comfy all day. I’m from Newcastle and the shipping was super fast. It’s become a real staple in my wardrobe.
Valentina Mueller –
I grabbed this for my yoga class and the fabric is so soft and flexible, perfect for stretching. Love that it’s made from recycled materials, too. My only gripe is the band; it’s not as supportive as I’d like for anything more intense. It’s a gorgeous, comfy bra for low-impact days, but I wish it had a bit more oomph for my gym sessions.
Juan Perez –
Honestly, I’ve practically lived in my Tess Ribbed V Bra this week. It’s so comfy I forgot I was wearing it during my Saturday yoga flow, and the stretch is perfect. The fabric is great at wicking away sweat during a hectic gym session. My only tiny gripe is the band is a smidge looser than I’d like for high-impact stuff, but for pretty much everything else, it’s an absolute winner.
David Olsson –
I’m absolutely obsessed with my new Tess Ribbed V Bra! Wore it to my yoga class this morning and the stretch was incredible—zero restriction. I love that it’s from a sustainable brand, and the style is so chic I kept it on for errands. Also, I’m from Sydney and the shipping was super fast. This is my new go-to for sure.
Amit Zhou –
I grabbed this Tess bra for a hectic day of school runs and my Pilates class. It’s super flattering and the ribbed style is just gorgeous. Best part? It actually kept me dry, even when I was rushing around in the heat. It’s now my go-to for looking put together while actually being comfy enough for anything. Really happy with it!
Riku Al-Rashid –
I took the Tess Ribbed V Bra on my weekend hike up Mount Coot-tha and it was a total champ. The design is so flattering and the compression was just right – supportive without feeling like I couldn’t breathe. It didn’t budge an inch, even when I was scrambling up the steeper bits. It’s now my go-to for any high-intensity session. Absolutely love it.
Paolo Diaz –
I grabbed the Tess Ribbed V Bra for a hot yoga class and wow, it’s a game-changer. The ribbed fabric is so breathable, I didn’t feel stuffy at all. It’s completely seamless too, so there were no awkward itch marks during shavasana. It performed perfectly, staying put through every downward dog. Honestly, I’ve been living in it since, even just for running errands. It’s the comfiest activewear top I own.
Matthew Ito –
I grabbed this Tess bra for my hot yoga class here in Perth, and the shipping was super fast! I’m really impressed it’s made from sustainable fabric, and the ribbed texture is so stylish. The support was decent for a v-neck, but I did wish for a bit more during some flows. It’s super breathable though, which was a lifesaver. Love the feel, just wish it had a tad more compression for my practice.
Margot Kumar –
Honestly, I’m obsessed with this Tess bra! Wore it to my hot yoga class this morning and it was perfect. The support was amazing for all the twists, but it was so comfy I forgot I had it on. The ribbed fabric is super breathable, didn’t get that gross, sweaty feeling at all. As a bonus, I’m from Geelong and the shipping was super fast. This is an absolute winner, I’ll be buying another colour for sure.
Alessandra Morales –
I grabbed the Tess Ribbed V Bra for a hot yoga class and wow, it did not disappoint. The fabric is so soft and breathable – I was sweating buckets but didn’t feel gross or sticky at all. The stretch is fantastic, moving with me through every pose without riding up. Plus, the fit is just spot-on; supportive but not restrictive. It’s honestly my new favourite for any workout, I’m already thinking of getting another colour!
Luisa Carter –
Okay, I’m officially obsessed with my new Tess Ribbed V Bra. Wore it to a hot yoga class last night and it was an absolute game-changer. The fabric is so breathable, I didn’t feel gross and sweaty afterwards. Plus, that seamless design is so smooth – no awkward lines under my top. It’s honestly the comfiest and most flattering bra I own. I’ll definitely be grabbing another colour
Ana Sun –
I’m obsessed with my new Tess Ribbed V Bra! It’s so comfy and the seamless design means I didn’t get any of those annoying red marks. The style is super cute, so I wore it under a jacket for my errands and then straight to a yoga class. Honestly, I forgot I was even wearing it – that’s how good it felt. This is an absolute winner, it’s my new go-to.
Hannah Takahashi –
Honestly, I live in my Tess Ribbed V Bra. The stretch is incredible – I can chase my toddler, do a school run, and then head straight to a yoga class without feeling restricted. It moves with me perfectly. The support is just right, not too tight but I feel totally secure. It’s honestly the most comfortable and versatile bra I own. I’ve even worn it under a shirt for errands and forgot it was activewear!
Ming Collins –
Okay, I’m officially obsessed with my new Tess Ribbed V Bra. I wore it to a brutal HIIT class after work and it was a total game-changer. The seamless design meant no awkward digging in, and the fabric is so breathable I didn’t feel gross and sweaty. It has this perfect light compression that held everything in place without feeling restrictive. Also, I’m from Geelong and the shipping was super fast – I basically blinked and it was here! This is my new go-to.
William Kwon –
Okay, I’m officially obsessed with the Tess Ribbed V Bra. I wore it to my gym’s brutal HIIT class last night and it was a total game-changer. The fit is so supportive and comfortable, I completely forgot I had it on. The breathable fabric meant no gross, sweaty feeling, and the seamless design is perfect – no awkward lines or chafing. It’s an absolute winner.
Samir Andersson –
Okay, so I’ve been living in my Tess Ribbed V Bra for my morning gym sessions. The compression is fantastic for weights, and it’s so flattering – the ribbed fabric is a winner. It kept me dry, which I loved. My only gripe is that the straps are a tiny bit too long for my frame; I wish they were adjustable. Still, it’s a solid piece from a brand I love.
Deepak Ivanov –
Okay, so I took the Tess Ribbed V Bra to my hot yoga class last week. The fabric is super soft and the stretch is amazing for all those deep twists. It’s great that it’s sustainable and the moisture-wicking really helped. My only gripe is the band; it’s a bit looser than I’d like, so I didn’t feel 100% locked in for some of the faster flows. It’s a decent bra, but I probably won’t grab it for my really intense sessions.
Henrik Yoon –
Okay, so I’ve basically lived in my Tess Ribbed V Bra since it arrived. The comfort is next level – it’s so soft and moves with me during my flows at yoga, no digging in at all. I’m a huge fan of the buttery-soft ribbed fabric and love that it’s made from recycled materials. My only tiny gripe is that I wish the band was just a smidge wider for a tiny bit more support during more intense sessions. Still, it’s an absolute staple in my activewear drawer now.
Hannah Rivera –
Okay, I’m obsessed with the fit of this Tess Ribbed V Bra! As a Brisbane girl, I was stoked the shipping was super fast. The design is so flattering and the seamless feel means no awkward lines during my yoga flow. It held everything in place perfectly without digging in. I’ve literally worn it from a tough Pilates class straight to the shops and felt put together. My only tiny gripe is I wish the V was a tiny bit higher, but it’s still a total winner.
Hans Tanaka –
I’ve been living in my Tess Ribbed V Bra since it arrived! It’s super flattering and so comfortable for my yoga flows – didn’t dig in once. I love that it’s made sustainably, which is a huge plus. Wore it for a full morning of errands after class and totally forgot I had it on. It’s definitely my new go-to. Just wish it came in a few more colours!
Luigi Lopez –
Okay, so I put my new Tess bra to the test in a seriously intense vinyasa flow class, and I’m seriously impressed. The stretch is fantastic – I didn’t feel restricted in any deep backbends. It’s got a nice, gentle compression that holds everything in place without feeling like I’m being squeezed. It’s now my go-to for yoga and even just wearing with jeans on the weekend. Really comfy and supportive.
Thomas Mendoza –
Honestly, the Tess Ribbed V Bra is my new favourite. The design is so flattering and the ribbed fabric is super soft. I wore it to a busy mum-and-bub yoga class and the support was perfect – no awkward adjusting mid-downward dog! It handled the school run and errands afterwards without a hitch. I’m from Adelaide and the shipping was super fast. This bra is an absolute winner, I’ll be buying another for sure.
Isabella Xu –
I grabbed the Tess Ribbed V Bra for my weekend yoga class and honestly, the fit is fantastic – super supportive and the seamless design means no annoying lines under my top. The ribbed fabric is so soft and breathable. I just wish the straps were adjustable; they’re a tiny bit long for my frame. It’s a really comfy, stylish bra, but that one little change would make it perfect for me.
Roberto Suzuki –
Okay, I’m officially obsessed with my new Tess Ribbed V Bra. As a mum constantly on the go, I live in activewear, and this one is a game-changer. The seamless design is so comfy – no annoying dig-ins! It’s incredibly flattering and held everything in place perfectly during my hectic school run and grocery dash. The fit is just spot-on. Also, I’m from Perth and the shipping was super fast. This is my new daily essential
François Bianchi –
Okay, I’m officially obsessed with my new Tess Ribbed V Bra. The stretch is incredible—I didn’t feel restricted at all during my dynamic yoga flow this morning. It offers just the right amount of compression to feel supported, and the ribbed fabric is so flattering. I felt so put together I even kept it on for my coffee run afterwards. It’s an absolute winner!
Sophie Xu –
Honestly, I’m so stoked with my Tess Ribbed V Bra. The design is a winner – super flattering and not too revealing. Wore it for a sweaty weekend hike up Mt Coot-tha and the breathability was fantastic. It’s so comfortable I almost forgot I had it on! The only tiny thing is I’d love a few more colour options. As a side note, I’m from Brisbane and the shipping was super fast. This is my new go-to for sure.
Amélie Ivanov –
Okay, I’m officially obsessed with my new Tess Ribbed V Bra. I wore it to a super sweaty HIIT class on Saturday and it was an absolute game-changer. The cut is so flattering and the fabric is magic – I didn’t feel gross or sticky at all. It wicked away the moisture perfectly. Honestly, it’s so comfy and cute, I ended up wearing it for the rest of my arvo running errands. Total winner!
Ava Kuznetsov –
Okay, I’m officially obsessed with my new Tess Ribbed V Bra. The fit is amazing – it’s super supportive for my HIIT class without feeling restrictive, and the ribbed material is so flattering. I actually wore it under a blazer to run errands after the gym and felt put-together, not like I’d just finished a workout. My only tiny gripe is that the straps are a tiny bit long for my frame, but it’s nothing major. It’s my new go-to for sure.
Luis Park –
As a keen runner from Wollongong, I put this bra to the test on the Sea Cliff Bridge. The compression is fantastic – everything felt totally locked in. The ribbed fabric is so comfy and the moisture-wicking is a lifesaver; I was drenched after my hill sprints but it dried in no time. I’m seriously impressed. Oh, and the shipping was super fast! It’s definitely my new go-to for a solid workout.
Ming Morales –
Okay, so I grabbed this Tess bra for my crazy mum-life days. It’s so comfy and flexible, I totally forgot I had it on during school drop-offs and a frantic yoga session. Love that it’s sustainable! The high waist is great for no muffin-top drama. It’s not my top pick for a super intense gym session, but for pretty much everything else, it’s an absolute winner.
Mariam Zhou –
Okay, I was a bit sceptical about the ‘ribbed’ fabric, but I’m a total convert now. Wore my Tess V Bra for a brutal hill run and it didn’t budge an inch. The compression is so supportive without feeling restrictive, and the stretch is just perfect. Plus, I love that it’s made from recycled materials. It’s now my go-to for any tough workout – it just nails that balance of comfort and performance.
Ingrid El-Masri –
Honestly, I’m living in my Tess Ribbed V Bra. Wore it straight from a hectic spin class to grabbing groceries, and it was so comfy I forgot I had it on. The seamless design is a winner – no awkward lines under my top. The ribbed look is chic enough that I didn’t feel like a total gym bunny running errands. It’s become my go-to for any busy day that needs to switch from work to workout seamlessly.