Gemmy

I've tried the Cleo Meg in both 28GG and 28H, and ultimately kept the 28H because the cups on the 28GG were giving me a distorted shape (not rounded like I prefer) and I was spilling out of the sides of the cup. Although I get some space at the top part of the cup I will never be able to fill (this happened in both sizes), the 28H was the better fit.

Here's my take on the bra:

Cups - I have breasts that are neither full on top nor bottom, they would be considered even. As mentioned by other reviewers, this bra would work best with full on ... top ladies. On me, although there's wrinkling on the top portion, the rest of the cup is doing a great job at supporting. The material of the cups is very sturdy and lifts your breasts front and centre, with very little effort!

Centre gore - digs in a little and sits on some tissue as I am close set (not going to be an every day bra for me, probably a once a week bra)

Band - the band feels true to a 28. It's stretchy enough that the cups don't grind on your ribs if you have less fluff in your underbust.

Straps - fully adjustable and soft. No problems with it digging in. The straps are ribbed so the adjuster stays put.

Appearance - Very, very cute. I love the bird theme and finishings and splashes of red all around.

Overall, it's a comfortable bra to kick around in after work while wearing a loose tank top and is a welcome addition to my regular rotation. While I should probably stay away from similar cup shapes from Cleo, I don't regret keeping this one. If you are considering this bra, I would say it is true to size, however, make sure the cup shape is right for you!
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Updated on Jul 17, 2013 Flag this

This bra is entirely too small for me. Even if it were the correct size, I don't think this style will work on me. The cups are too separate and shallow. Since I can't wear it, I will probably list it.

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Updated on Nov 17, 2013 Flag this

This Dessous model is from the SS2015 collection. I bought it because I've recently become a fan of Dessous bras as they are quite comfortable without adding bulk to my bustline. This is way too small for me. The band is nice and snug, but that is partly because of the cups being much too small. The cut of the cups is noticeably less high than the original versions in this model. The fit caters then to even or FOB breast types.

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Updated on Oct 19, 2015 Flag this

The Deco Flamingo is one of the cutest bras I own. I actually wear it a lot less than my other Decos because I don't wanna ruin this one it's so pretty. But when I do wear it, I wear it only under light coloured clothing and on days it's not too hot https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />

Compared to my regular black or beige Decos, the cups on the Flamingo feel a bit thicker at the top. It's almost as if it's a uniform thickness throughout. That's the only notable difference I can think of.

Updated on May 27, 2014 Flag this

Such a small bra!

Based on user submitted pics, I didn't think this bra would look very nice on me. But I was curious and it was cheap so I decided to buy it as an experiment. I normally wear 30G in Parfait padded cups and the fit is quite good. I wear 30FF for the extra cleavage in half cup styles where quadboob is not triggered immediately by a slightly small cup. The cup is very shallow--measuring more than an inch smaller than what I need. If I had to compare this to my other Parfait bra with a similar cut 30G - Parfait By Affinitas ... » Athena Balconet Padded Bra (3812) , I would say this 30G Bess is about as deep as a 30F Athena. The wires are also correspondingly smaller than my 30G Athena.

Although too small and rather uncomfortable, I don't actually mind how this bra looks on. It's also very flattering under low neckline tops/dresses giving me that coveted cakes on a plate look and then some!

To say it's uncomfortable is not entirely fair. The bra itself, if fitted properly, would actually be super comfortable. I just can't breathe well in it because my boobs are being pressed rather tightly and suffocating me a bit. Otherwise, the material, padding, straps, and wire don't cause any discomfort. I'm keeping it and might actually buy a pink one
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Coffee and Cream colorway

Updated on Jun 03, 2015 Flag this

I have this bra in both the 30FF and 30G. I get more overflow in the smaller size, while in the 30G my boobs settle nicely in the cup. I don't prefer one fit over the other and both sizes seem to work for me in this style. I like that all of my Parfait bras come with at least 3 hooks and generous bands with wide wings. The top of the cup is stiff and stands up as opposed to curving back around my boobs, so wearing this bra with a thin shirt s not an option. It's useful as a sweater bra.

Updated on Nov 06, 2014 Flag this

I was originally attracted to this bikini because it reminded me of my Freya Flourish Padded Longline Bra (1543) in black. It's very pretty in person and there are subtle details like the frills at the edges of the cup that I very much appreciate. It's a shame I could not find it in a size that was close enough to fitting that I might have considered it satisfactory for wearing to the beach. I tend to not prefer snug or too much coverage in a bikini. Unfortunately, the last size that was available was a 32DD. It was riding up in the back, but it didn't bother me for a bikini. The cups, however, were completely unflattering. Not only did they offer no support, they were flattening and pulling downwards on my bustline. It was so unattractive, I had to return it. I would have been ok with a 2-3 cups larger.

Updated on Feb 18, 2015 Flag this

In my ever constant struggle to find a functional strapless bra, the Deco Strapless was my very last option. You'd think that someone who owns 10+ Deco plunge bras would have opted to try the strapless version sooner, but I was deterred by the higher gore.

This strapless bra seems to work on a lot of people. I’ve read a lot of fantastic reviews from a lot of happy owners. Upon putting on the bra initially, I could feel why other Deco Strapless owners were raving about this style. The bra did seem to be self-supporting and didn’t slip down. I opted for a 30G since 28GG was ... not available in their size range. There are 3 hooks on a firm and sturdy band lined with silicone grips. The band was too big on me and coupled with another issue I will get to next, the bra kept shifting around my body whenever I moved.

My boobs are close set and higher gores simply will not tack. What happens instead is that one of the wires will sit decidedly on (usually) my left boob while the other wire takes the tiny space not big enough for a wire channel in the middle. This would be fine if I simply stood still, but any amount of bodily movement shifts the damn thing around and this is especially bad in a strapless since there are no straps to anchor it.

Another problem I have is I think this bra is too broad for me. It gives me somewhat of an east-west look under clothing whereas in a Deco plunge of the same size, I get the desired pointed forward look. This obviously also has to do with my biggest nemesis, gore height *shakes fist indignantly*. Because of the higher gore, the cups on the strapless Deco are shaped differently than the plunge.

This bra is a no go for me. I wish it didn’t have to be this way. In less than a month, I have to wear a dreadful strapless bridesmaid dress and according to the bride, I'm not to go braless -______-

Time to invest in some duct tape.

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Updated on Aug 22, 2014 Flag this

I bought this bra to replace my Ahh Bras and Genie Bras for lounging around my apartment. Those bras have steadily stretched out over time and can no longer contain my boobs. They will serve as sleep bras now.

This sports bra does not have an underwire so it's a compression style. The "cups" are much too small for me and leave me a bit exposed, but the overall construction of the bra is quite supportive. The band is stretchy (all the way up to 32 inches), but it's a strong elastic that doesn't give easily. There are 2 hooks on this bra and you can tell there were some comfort considerations in the design of this bra given the soft cushion padding on the closure panel. The material is both breathable and wicks away sweat without leaving you feeling wet or cold. Even though this bra is too small for me, I prefer the design and construction of it (and my 32DD UA sports bra) over any other sports bra I've owned.

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Updated on Nov 27, 2014 Flag this

This is the third size I tried in this model. I started with 60G --> 60H --> 65H.

In a 65H, this bra is fitting well in the cups. The band is definitely too big and rides up a lot worse than in the 60H. I would say the fit of this bra is similar to my Cleo Leila (6861) in size 30G. Cup volume and construction as well as shape are very similar. The cups are lightly padded, with a sort of foam filling. It's a more malleable and thinner padding than the moulded Deco cups, but more substantial than a Freya longline halfcup.

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Updated on Sep 02, 2014 Flag this