Another good fit for me from Cleo. I like the shape this gives me, but the ribbon the the top of the cup doesn't have the same give as the rest of the material. The lace below the ribbon kind of balloons up a bit because of this. It's not a big deal though. Very comfy and uplifted. Not the prettiest pattern, but I will probably wear this a lot any way.
Navy Multi colorway
Updated on Aug 05, 2015 Flag this
This is a story about how there is more to a bra that fits than just knowing the cup width and depth. In this case, the cup width and depth would seem to be almost perfect for me. It is very similar to other bras I own. However, the shape is awful on me. I like a bra that will lift and has a high apex. This apex is very low. Well below my nipples low. This causes an inverted seven shape (did I describe that phenomenon correctly?) and is very unflattering on myself. I'm guessing that this would look better on someone who is full on bottom, ... rather than my even shape.
The first time I tried this bra on, I immediately noticed that the gore was floating very far from my sternum. The wires in their natural shape are too weak to stay near my ribs. I measured the cup depth and knew that wasn't the issue. So I bent the wires. It fit much better, but because of the shape mismatch, I have to concede that there is nothing I can do to make this work.
The band has been altered with elastic added at the back. The band fastened on the last eyelet (there are four eyes, but only one hook) felt okay, but I noticed that the band was lower in the back than the front. The straps were already at their shortest length so these straps are too long and would need to be altered to be made shorter.
The bra lives up to its "comfort" name. It is very comfy and would be a good "lazing around the house" bra. The colours are attractive and the lace is pretty with cute bows at the gore and straps. I will be listing this bra so hopefully someone else can give this a good home.
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Updated on Mar 01, 2016 Flag this
Aww! This is such a pretty bra. I wish I could just parade around in it for everyone to see. I think I'm getting pretty good at estimating how bras will fit based on measurements because this one is a pretty good fit. I have a bit of extra fabric in the top lace section, but not extremely. Definitely feel pushed up and forward in this one. The color and print is very nice and I like the embroidery on the lace. After wearing it for a day I noticed something interesting. This bra gives me very minimal red marks, which is new to me. My other bras always leave red marks that take a little while to go away. The marks this one gives me are very faint and I believe this wire sits directly on my IMF. Love this bra.
Updated on Jul 19, 2015 Flag this
Very cute bra that fits great. I love the little hearts and the centre bow. The top lace is completely flat against my breast. The bottom portion is semi-sheer and the top is sheer. I also own the matching brief in size small. My hope is to keep collecting full sets and I'm looking forward to Cleo's autumn/winter 2015 designs and colours.
Cobalt colorway
Updated on Aug 04, 2015 Flag this
I originally didn't think this bra fit me, but I've now washed it and adjusted the strap length to be the same as my other Claudette and, lo and behold, the gore is tacking and the top is cutting in much less than before. I actually love this bra now. The shape is nice and round and much nicer than my pointier Freya mesh cups. I'm wearing this one today to be able to tell how comfortable it will be. I don't know if this is a Claudette thing, but both don't have inner tags showing the size. The band also feels more solid now and I'm wearing this on the largest set of hooks. I would be interested in finding more Claudette bras in possibly a 30FF. I know this bra won't fit leading up to shark week.
Updated on Feb 06, 2016 Flag this
This is my first vertical seamed bra and I'm not quite sure about it. The top of the cup seems tight and unforgiving and wants to dig in. I think this bra might suit someone with more bottom fullness to help fill out the vertical seam and avoid the top edge. I will report back once I've worn this for a day to determine whether I will keep or list this bra.
So I've worn this for a day and it feels comfortable. I don't think I am quite filling out the apex of these cups, which makes me think this bra requires a fuller bottomed breast. I was wrong in thinking the top was digging in because it is not an issue today.
Mint colorway
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Updated on Sep 10, 2015 Flag this
I really want this bra to fit. It's very pretty and interesting but I don't have enough upper fullness. Also the straps feel slightly too wide and dug a bit into my armpits. The band is very snug. Beautiful bra, but sadly does not fit me.
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Updated on Feb 06, 2016 Flag this
I really like this bra. The colour is very nice and the shape is nice and round. The top of the cup is much stretchier than my Claudette Dessous. The satin fabric looks wrinkly but the wires are in my IMF so there's nothing to be done about it. More coverage than the Dessous as well.
Updated on Feb 06, 2016 Flag this
Lovely pink colour. Cups completely encompass my breasts without any extra space on the bottoms or sides. Sheer, but lace is placed strategically to obscure the nipple. My left breast is slightly smaller so it doesn't quite fill the lace on the top. Lace is not scratchy. Only one hook on bra closure which looks quite strained at the end of the day. Pretty ribbon and bow details. Gore sits right on my sternum. No gaping or quadboob. This bra fits me well. It was expensive though. I paid $165 CDN.
Venus colorway
Updated on Jul 24, 2015 Flag this
Fits perfectly. Very similar to the Cleo Ellis and Kira bras that I own. I am finding that my size is going up and I may need to start saying goodbye to my 30E bras which makes me sad. The embroidery is cute but I'm not really a fan of the print. Still, it gives a really nice shape and the top lace lays flat all around so this bra is a win.
Updated on Sep 04, 2015 Flag this
