Krissie

This bra fits beautifully (like every Empreinte bra) and is in the vane of the Lola. The cups are deep through the centre. The wires are relatively narrow. The materials are luxe and strong - very high quality. I'd say it fits on the generous side by comparison with other brands that do "half sizes" i.e. FF cups (French brands do an F and then a G). More to the point, it fits well on deep, narrow breasts. The straps are comfortable. The whole thing is a delight. Alas, it's very pricey. The one thing I'd change about this bra is that I'd make the straps fully-adjustable (but they are so comfortable because of the way the half strap has been constructed. They would have had to forgo that in order to make the straps fully-adjustable.

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Updated on Apr 04, 2013 Flag this

I freakin' LOVE this bra. Its fit rivals that of Empreinte - very front and centre with terrific support and terrific lift. The band fits snugly and does not budge all day (go up a band size) but the cups are quite deep and true to size. The print is amazing and the fabric is so firm (but comfortable). This bra looks like a million bucks and it's very affordable. Also, it's super comfortable and it gives a terrific shape under clothing.

Updated on May 03, 2013 Flag this

I LOVE this pattern and the fit of this bra. It's incredibly sexy, totally comfortable and uplifting. Excellent for deep breasts (full in the centre), close set. Alas, the band has stretched out over the years (and it wasn't super tight to begin with).

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Updated on Mar 30, 2013 Flag this

This bra fits notably differently than the Kali or the Lori (sister cuts), so if you're expecting the same fit, be ware. This bra is not projected enough for my close set, centre-full, projected breasts. The gore does not quite tack (not that it's a disaster). It's too wide in the gore. It splays my breasts. The band is pushed down because there's not enough lower projection (not a regular occurrence for me). The band is looser than the others (in same size). It's not as supportive - likely because the fit isn't good. Both Lori and Kali are deeper (by about an inch, for size) and narrower fits. I will be returning it.

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Updated on Jul 21, 2015 Flag this

There's a lot of wire underneath the cups - it's not great for short waisted people for large breasts cuz the overly bulky under cup and bridge dig in. It's also misproportioned for a narrow, short or short-waisted person. The band is very tight for a 32. With Cleo, I won't order less than a 34 band from now on. They're too tight. It's very supportive but the side wing and wires aren't tall. The bra is very pretty, although it feels stiff. It's wider from the centre than, for example, the Cleo Melssa.

Updated on Mar 18, 2015 Flag this

What can I say? I've been buying this bra for 10 years (in multiple band and back sizes). It's a staple - even if it isn't very exciting. Gives an entirely round look that's invisible under thin t-shirts. It's pretty comfortable. I have very deep breasts (and specifically immediate centre projection) and no molded bra is optimal for this shape. Mind you, this one does a better job than any other. The gore tacks (if not tightly.

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Updated on Mar 20, 2015 Flag this

This bra was given to me - and I'm really pleased to have it. I wouldn't have thought to buy it on the basis that Freya bras are really over, IMO. (I remember them when they were SO good. Before the dropped the pricepoint and started catering to the youth market.) This band is snug by Freya standards. Though it's a plunge(ish), it contains breast tissue at the centre cup well. It's beautifully made and the pattern is totally gorgeous. More in real life than in photos. The matching thong fits VERY small though. It's quite projected, a bit wider set than I prefer but I like it.

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Updated on Mar 22, 2015 Flag this

What a lovely summer bra! This, like the Cleo Melissa, Meg and Natasha, fits deep through the centre and provides a lot of support. I sized up in the back (the band is quite firm) and up in the cup (as is the way with Cleo, I've found) and the fit is fantastic. Front-and-centre, lifted, well-supported. I do love this bra shape. I hope that Cleo continues to make bras of this quality, with this shape, for quite a while.

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Updated on May 27, 2013 Flag this

This is standard issue, fantastic-fitting, narrow(ish) cup, deep cup Empreinte. Alas, they're starting to discontinue the unlined, seamed, deep styles in favour of the seam-free and shallower fits, but while they last, I'll keep trying the projected models. It's a very comfortable, beautiful black bra with a strange fabric medallion covering the gore (not like anything I've seen on an Empreinte before). I will remove it because it doesn't seem to serve anything but decorative function and it makes an otherwise very elegant and chic bra look a bit fussy. (Note: I don't recall having seen it in the balconette photos of this bra I've seen in ivory.)

As I wear it, and have more feedback to report, I'll revise this review...

Updated on Aug 18, 2015 Flag this

Too bad this bra is too big (I was sure I ordered the 32FF) but it would be perfect in the 32FF. It's a very wearable basic, with a sweet little twist. The lift is great. The band is very firm (in a good way) - It feels more like a Freya 30 than 32.

Updated on Mar 20, 2013 Flag this