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EXTREME CONTROL Sports Bra, Maximum Support
Sports bra 5527
Material/Design
Straps
Back
Special features
Support Level: Maximum Support
Care instructions
- Delicate wash 40°
- Do not bleach
- Do not tumble dry
- Do not iron
- No dry cleaning
Outer fabric
- 76% Polyester
- 19% Nylon
- 5% Elastane
Size
You can find size conversions in the
When it comes to bras, base your measurements on a well-fitting bra, preferably one without underwires.
The measured size serves as a guideline. The actual size for the best comfort of each customer can only be determined by trying the item on!
Underbust measurement
Take the measurement by holding the tape directly under the bust (1).
This measurement determines the bra size.
Bust measurement
Place the tape directly over the widest point of the breast without digging in.
Use the chart to find out the cup size
Pants size
To work out the pants size, measure the waist (3) by holding the tape horizontally around the smallest part of the waist.
Measure the hips (4) by holding the tape horizontally around the widest part of the hips.
If there is a considerable difference between the waist and hip measurement, always take the larger size.
Show Size Guide
Briefs
Waist / hip size
52 - 77 / 81 - 101
77 - 102 / 101 - 121
102 - 127 / 121 - 141
| Briefs | |||||
| Dress size | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 |
| Dress size int. | XS | XS | S | S | M |
| Panty girdle size | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 |
| Waist measurement inch (3) | 20,4-22,4 | 22,4-24,4 | 24,4-26,4 | 26,4-28,3 | 28,3-30,3 |
| Hip measurement inch (4) | 31,8-33,4 | 33,4-35,0 | 35,0-36,6 | 36,6-38,2 | 38,2-39,8 |
| Briefs | |||||
| Dress size | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 |
| Dress size int. | M | L | L | XL | XL |
| Panty girdle size | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 |
| Waist measurement inch (3) | 30,3-32,3 | 32,3-34,3 | 34,3-36,2 | 36,2-38,2 | 38,2-40,2 |
| Hip measurement inch (4) | 39,8-41,3 | 41,3-42,9 | 42,9-44,5 | 44,5-46,1 | 46,1-47,6 |
| Briefs | |||||
| Dress size | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 |
| Dress size int. | XXL | XXL | XXXL | XXXL | XXXXL |
| Panty girdle size | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 |
| Waist measurement inch (3) | 40,2-42,1 | 42,1-44,1 | 44,1-46,1 | 46,1-48,1 | 48,1-50,1 |
| Hip measurement inch (4) | 47,6-49,2 | 49,2-50,8 | 50,8-52,4 | 52,4-54,0 | 54,0-55,6 |
Bras
Underbust girth
57,5 - 82,5
82,5 - 107,5
107,5 - 132,5
| Bras | |||||||||||||
| Underbust measurement in inch (1) | 22.6-24.6 | 24.6-26.6 | 26.6-28.5 | 28.5-30.5 | 30.5-32.5 | ||||||||
| Band Size | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | ||||||||
| Bust measurement in inch (2) | |||||||||||||
| AA | 27.5-28.3 | 29.5-30.3 | 31.5-32.2 | 33.4-34.2 | 35.4-36.2 | ||||||||
| A | 28.3-29.1 | 30.3-31.0 | 32.2-33.0 | 34.2-35.0 | 36.2-37.0 | ||||||||
| B | 29.1-29.9 | 31.1-31.8 | 33.0-33.8 | 35.0-35.8 | 37.0-37.8 | ||||||||
| C | 29.9-30.7 | 31.8-32.6 | 33.8-34.6 | 35.8-36.6 | 37.8-38.5 | ||||||||
| D | 30.7-31.5 | 32.6-33.4 | 34.6-35.4 | 36.6-37.4 | 38.5-39.3 | ||||||||
| E | 31.5-32.2 | 33.4-34.2 | 35.4-36.2 | 37.4-38.1 | 39.4-40.1 | ||||||||
| F | 32.2-33.0 | 34.2-35.0 | 36.2-37.0 | 38.1-38.9 | 40.1-40.9 | ||||||||
| G | 33.0-33.8 | 35.0-35.8 | 37.0-37.8 | 38.9-39.7 | 40.9-41.7 | ||||||||
| H | 33.5-34.6 | 35.8-36.6 | 37.8-38.5 | 39.7-40.5 | 41.7-42.5 | ||||||||
| I | 34.6-35.4 | 36.6-37.4 | 38.5-39.3 | 40.5-41.3 | 42.5-43.3 | ||||||||
| J | 35.4-36.2 | 37.4-38.1 | 39.3-40.1 | 41.3-42.1 | 43.3-44.0 | ||||||||
| Bras | |||||||||||||
| Underbust measurement in inch (1) | 32.5-34.4 | 34.4-36.4 | 36.4-38.4 | 38.4-40.4 | 40.4-42.3 | ||||||||
| Band Size | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | ||||||||
| Bust measurement in inch (2) | |||||||||||||
| AA | 37.4-38.1 | 39.3-40.1 | 41.3-42.1 | 43.3-44.0 | 45.2-46.0 | ||||||||
| A | 38.1-38.9 | 40.1-40.9 | 42.1-42.9 | 44.0-44.8 | 46.0-46.8 | ||||||||
| B | 38.9-39.7 | 40.9-41.7 | 42.9-43.7 | 44.8-45.6 | 46.8-47.6 | ||||||||
| C | 39.7-40.5 | 41.7-42.5 | 43.7-44.4 | 45.6-46.4 | 47.6-48.4 | ||||||||
| D | 40.5-41.3 | 42.5-43.3 | 44.4-45.2 | 46.4-47.2 | 48.4-49.2 | ||||||||
| E | 41.3-42.1 | 43.3-44.0 | 45.2-46.0 | 47.2-48.0 | 49.2-50.0 | ||||||||
| F | 42.1-42.9 | 44.0-44.8 | 46.0-46.8 | 48.0-48.8 | 50.0-50.7 | ||||||||
| G | 42.9-43.7 | 44.8-45.6 | 46.8-47.6 | 48.8-49.6 | 50.7-51.5 | ||||||||
| H | 43.7-44.4 | 45.6-46.4 | 47.6-48.4 | 49.6-50.3 | 51.5-52.3 | ||||||||
| I | 44.4-45.2 | 46.4-47.2 | 48.4-49.2 | 50.3-51.1 | 52.3-53.1 | ||||||||
| J | 45.2-46.0 | 47.2-48.0 | 49.2-50.0 | 51.1-51.9 | 53.1-53.9 | ||||||||
| Bras | |||||||||||||
| Underbust measurement in inch (1) | 42.3-44.3 | 44.3-46.3 | 46.3-48.2 | 48.2-50.2 | 50.2-52.2 | ||||||||
| Band size | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | ||||||||
| Bust measurement in inch (2) | |||||||||||||
| AA | 47.2-48.0 | 49.2-50.0 | 51.2-51.9 | 53.1-53.9 | 55.1-55.9 | ||||||||
| A | 48.0-48.8 | 50.0-50.8 | 51.9-52.7 | 53.9-54.7 | 55.9-56.7 | ||||||||
| B | 48.8-49.6 | 50.8-51.6 | 52.7-53.5 | 54.7-55.5 | 56.7-57.5 | ||||||||
| C | 49.6-50.4 | 51.6-52.3 | 53.5-54.3 | 55.5-56.3 | 57.5-58.2 | ||||||||
| D | 50.4-51.2 | 52.3-53.1 | 54.3-55.1 | 56.3-57.1 | 58.2-59.0 | ||||||||
| E | 51.2-51.9 | 53.1-53.9 | 55.1-55.9 | 57.1-57.9 | 59.0-59.8 | ||||||||
| F | 51.9-52.7 | 53.9-54.7 | 55.9-56.7 | 57.9-58.6 | 59.8-60.6 | ||||||||
| G | 52.7-53.5 | 54.7-55.5 | 56.7-57.5 | 58.6-59.4 | 60.6-61.4 | ||||||||
| H | 53.5-54.3 | 55.5-56.3 | 57.5-58.2 | 59.4-60.2 | 61.4-62.2 | ||||||||
| I | 53.4-55.1 | 56.3-57.1 | 58.2-59.0 | 60.0-61.0 | 62.2-63.0 | ||||||||
| J | 55.1-55.9 | 57.1-57.9 | 59.0-59.8 | 61.0-61.8 | 63.0-63.8 | ||||||||
Swimwear
Clothing size
36 - 44
46 - 52
54 - 60
| Swimwear | |||||
| Dress Size | 06 | 08 | 10 | 12 | 14 |
| Band Size | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 |
| Swimwear | ||||
| Dress Size | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 |
| Band Size | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 |
| Swimwear | ||||
| Dress Size | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 |
| Band Size | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 |
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Reviews from customers
No wobbling and no slipping. Finally, a bra that delivers what it promises. I wear it every day, and I'm thrilled.
Review by Ann Posted on
As a large-breasted runner, this bra is my favorite. And I’ve tried everything!! I would love to wear this bra for other things as well, but the seams showing through shirts isn’t a look I want. I actually DO wear it with other clothes at times by wearing it inside out! That only works if the back is loose enough not to show the clasps though. Can you make it with the seams on the inside??
Review by Mimi Posted on
We're thrilled to hear that you've finally found a sports bra that gives you the support you need – especially for running with a larger bust! We understand your point about the visible seams and how that limits your outfit options. Your idea to wear it inside out is clever but might not be ideal. We'll definitely pass on your suggestion to our product development team – in the meantime, you might want to try one of our seamless options like the 5529 Momentum sports bra?
Warm regards,
Your ANITA Team
the front is brilliant, wide straps don't dig into the shoulders.
Unfortunately, my breasts "spread" out on the sides (closer to the armpits), which wouldn't be so bad if it weren't for the fact that I can feel everything "slipping" down in the back. I wish there was an option without the elastic straps – the compression straps for resizing are fine, but the stretchy ones don't support heavy breasts.
Review by Ann Posted on
Widening strap at shoulder keeps it up and in place without digging. The cut and right amount of stretch eliminates the usual body rolls over the band and at the back. Best of all, the higher cut allows me to bend over (like doing gardening) without my breasts falling out, and then having to readjust when I stand back up. I have bought several of these bras and it is the only style I wear. The only downside is the hook and eye clasps tend to get twisted and bent, even when machine washing in a lingere bag and hanging them to dry. For this reason I rate 4 stars instead of 5.
Review by Linda Posted on
Kind regards,
Your ANITA Team
I have Anita bras that I wore when I was still working. I retired in 2011. These bras just don't quit! I gave some away as I "grew" a little but I still have 2 that still fit and are in pretty good shape for as old as they are. I am just now wanting new ones and am ordering several now. Great fit, great support, and worth every penny.
Review by Missy Posted on
Warm regards, Your ANITA Team
I've been wearing this bra for a year. The material is still like new, hasn't gotten any tighter or more uncomfortable after numerous washes, and still fits like a second skin. I highly recommend it.
Review by Olya Posted on
Unfortunately, the straps are too short. It's a shame, otherwise it would be a great sports bra. Unfortunately, it's not available in size 105 F. Color 5527 is beautiful.
Review by Lea Posted on
Super high quality.
It's really tight, but if you're doing a sport (like running) where you don't want your breasts to bounce, it's a perfect fit.
Of course, that's in the eye of the beholder. I really like it and can only recommend it to everyone.
Review by _na.la_ Posted on
I wear it with my regular clothes too. So comfortable and great support. First time I am 100% about a bra. I wear 38 F
Review by Ayse Posted on
Have been wearing the gray and the black and grey for years...only comfortable bra for a relatively small person with broad rib cage and a decent C/D cup! I've been through yoga, strength training, hiking etc. travel on plane with these comfortable bras. Bought the multi color during covid and love that too. My original first 2 finally worked a hole in back and that is after at least 6 years! Great for southern humid summer as they breath! You have been a great company to deal with...very responsive even through the pandemic.
Review by RL Posted on
COMFORTABLE TO WEAR, NOTHING SLIPS
ALSO SUITABLE FOR EVERYDAY USE, ESPECIALLY FOR LARGE SIZES
NICE SHAPE
Review by Samanta Posted on
This bra is great! I only wear Anita sports bras for working out because with a 32F chest (though I fluctuate to 32G when I gain a bit of weight) they provide the best support. I have been wearing them for about 8+ years now and don't envision ever use another brand for working out (and I workout everyday). Even my mother wears them now too. They are phenomenal!
Review by Biggest fan Posted on
after years of bras that did not offer proper support, I found this one. I wear it almost every day. It works better than most because the straps actually offer support and it fits my mismatched boobs.
Review by Sal Posted on
I have been wearing this particular bra for years! Never ordered from the company, but through my lingerie store. Love the look of this one and hope it fits the same. I have a grey, a nude and several black and grey. Used to hand wash but throw in machine on short delicate cycle in bag with lingerie soap. Come out fine. They have been my "travel on the airplane bra", sweat for summer sport bra and hiking bra for at least 6 years! Not pricey considering what I pay for underwire "dress" bras. It is my everyday bra, especially since the pandemic. Lots of flexibility and can breathe important for yoga. This does not bind at all like many sports bras!
Review by RL Posted on
I agree with the others who have commented "Please make this in ALL BLACK". PS It's an amazing bra. I bought one for sports but now I will buy two more for every day use. comfortable plus you look create in your clothes (and out of them too) with the bra
Review by robyn Posted on
strap length is very short. I've never had that issue before. I couldn't even get it on because the band was bisecting my chest.
Review by Molly Posted on
I love this bra. I had two that lasted for years, and I finally have to replace them. Unparalleled comfort and support, and I’m a 36E runner/weight lifter. I wear these everywhere. Can not recommend enough!
Review by Jess Posted on
I recently had a breast reduction and my Plastic Surgeon recommended this bra. I tried it on and fell in love. It is comfortable and very supportive. Worth the price. I am ordering more.
Review by KH Posted on
All black, please!
Review by Zeeselah Posted on
So happy you still make these wonderful bras. Mine are still good. Need to have a fitting before I get 2 more.
Review by Aunt Tootie Posted on
Previous review did not include my 5 star rating. This is one of the most comfortable and supportive bras I have ever owned and I'm a size 38H. I'm reordering!
Review by Evelyn Posted on
One of the most comfortable supportive bras I have ever owned and I'm a size 38H. I'm reordering!
Review by Evelyn Posted on
As we age, everything goes south. But thanks to Anita bras, everything stays where it belongs! Great product.
Review by Brenda Posted on
Fabulous product!! I love this bra. I would not be able to run without pain and I am a size 38G.
Review by M Posted on
I use my sports bra to give massages. It's great not having any wires stick up in my armpits when massaging. I took a star off because I love the blue colour but it doesn't come in an H.
Review by Jacquie Posted on
I was so excited to get this bra and it has lived up to all of my expectations. Zumba, jumping jacks - this bra is amazing for high impact movement. Yes, it's a pricey sports bra, but beyond worth it. I'm glad I made the investment.
Review by Jess Posted on
I love this bra, and realllly need it in all black. Comfortable, does not mash the top of my shoulders, hold the girls for tai chi with no flattening. But I need an ALL BLACK version!
Review by Mandy Posted on
