What does soft support mean in women's activewear development?

Soft support means the product provides gentle hold, comfort, and shape stability without the firm pressure usually required for high-impact training. It is most suitable for yoga, pilates, studio movement, light activity, travel, and all-day athleisure. From a development perspective, soft support still needs fabric recovery, coverage, strap comfort, underband stability, and fit review. It should not be treated as no support or only a lifestyle design.