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I love this bra. The pink color is beautiful — a dusty, dark pink so it’s feminine without feeling like the fabric belongs on a 6 year-old’s Easter dress. The lace is really pretty and very soft, not at all itchy. This bra creates a natural shape while keeping the breast tissue out in front of the body for a flattering silhouette. It’s supportive without being stiff. The bottom half of the cups doesn’t stretch, but it’s still soft and lightweight. The top panel has the perfect about of stretch, and it hits in a good spot so that everything stays secure when leaning, reaching, or otherwise moving ... around.

This is my second Ewa Michalak bra. The first is my 75FF - Ewa Michalak » Sf Garden. I love that one, but I felt like I could go just a little bit bigger all around (especially after realizing my 75FF SF isn’t the best bra for me during my period), so I got this one in 80FF. It fits well. The gore tacks, there are no cup gaps or quadboob, and the straps don’t dig. The band could be a little tighter, but it’s not riding up (and there are 4 sets of closures so I’m not worried about it getting too loose). Definitely size up once in the band and/or cup from your normal size, depending on your preferences.

This is a really great bra if you have a narrow, projected shape and soft tissue. I will probably acquire more Ewa BM bras in the future.
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Updated on Sep 30, 2020 Flag this

I’m technically outside Cosabella’s size range for this bra, but I decided to give it a try since I’d heard it was very stretchy. It IS very stretchy! If I move around a lot, the top can shift and create a little quadboob, but usually only if I’ve been leaning over. It’s not uncomfortable if it does cut in because the lace is so stretchy and ridiculously soft.

My only real complaint is that the lace below the band tends to roll up. This doesn’t affect the fit or the comfort, but it’s mildly annoying. With the lace being so soft, it’s not uncomfortable or itchy, so it’s not a huge issue.

This bralette is stretchy, soft, pretty, and a really good choice when you want light support. I have soft tissue, and this keeps everything lifted and contained, but the support is light enough that it’s still comfortable as a sleep bra if I want to wear it to bed.

Dove Gray colorway

Updated on Sep 20, 2020 Flag this

Have you ever seen a work truck or a work van? The kind of vehicle you drive when you don’t need a pretty paint job, but you need to get some serious work done and haul your tools securely?

This bra is the work van of bras.

It is not cute. It is not colorful. It is not a bra you’d want to show off with cute leggings. But I’ve had this bra for years (4 maybe?), and in that time, I don’t think my breasts have bounced once while I was wearing it. This is actually my second version of this same bra because I had the first ... one in a different size when I was thinner. They last forever. (Don’t be afraid to run up some mileage on this work van!)

This is an encapsulation bra, not a compression bra. Your breasts will not be squeezed, but they will be imprisoned. (This is a good thing if you plan to jump around, IMO.) They will not be round. The seams will not be subtle. You may not want to wear a thin shirt, if you are about those aesthetic issues. The band is firm, which I like in a sports bra, but you may want to size up if you’re between sizes because it won’t stretch out much.

Technically, the cups on this bra are a too wide and a little too far apart for me. The wire goes too far back under my arm, and the gore doesn’t tack at the top. The wires don’t rub or pinch, and everything feels secure, so this “fits” well enough that I can wear it comfortably. If you have a wider breast root or breasts that are father apart, then this would be a good bra for you. I would avoid it if you have a lot of fullness on top because the top of the cup is not going to stretch or bend to accommodate that. If you’re full on bottom or have even fullness, then it should be fine. If you have narrow roots and are more close-set or center-full (like me), you can probably still wear this one, but just be aware that the wires aren’t going to fit perfectly.
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Updated on Sep 18, 2020 Flag this

This has less stretch than some other sports bras, so you may struggle with getting it over your head if you have wide shoulders. (You may want to size up.) I have narrow shoulders and don’t have too much trouble getting this Medium bralette on and off. I was right on the border of M/L on the size chart and went down to M, hoping for more support and a snug band.

This bralette is a great choice if you have a small band/large cup combo. (I’m 34FF/G.) The front comes up high enough that it’s smooth across the top of the breasts. The lace under the band ... does not roll up, unlike the lace on the stretchier Cosabella bralette, which tends to roll for me. The lace and mesh on this Freya bralette aren’t as soft and stretchy as the lace on the Cosabella; however, they are lightweight, not itchy, and do have decent stretch.

The bralette provides great light support. I’ve only worn it around the house and briefly outside (like taking out the trash), but I think it would be fine for running a quick errand (probably under a hoodie). Because it’s lightly supportive and doesn’t have back closures, this also works well as a sleep bra if I choose to wear it to bed.

This is an awesome bralette. The only thing I really hated was the tag — it was so itchy! So it’s gone now. Sorry I threw it away before taking a photo for Bratabase. Whoops.
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Orchid colorway

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Cut out label (it was itchy)

Updated on Sep 20, 2020 Flag this

I like this bra a lot! Like most Prima Donna bras, it gives a natural, rounded shape. There is a good amount of forward projection due to the side support panels. The bottom cup section gives decent support/lift. The top of the cup has some stretch to it, which helps with fit if your breast size fluctuates or if one breast is larger than the other. The fabric is soft. The gore tacks nicely. The band is stretchy, but it’s true to size. (Note: it’s EU/US sizing so my 34H in Prima Donna equates to a UK 34FF.)

The only real con is that the seams and/or textured fabric ... can be visible under a very thin shirt. I don’t have much of an issue with nipple visibility, as long as I position my nipples under a seam.

I wish the straps were just a little closer together in the back, but I have narrow shoulders so others might disagree. (They don’t fall off if I have them properly adjusted.)

Really good basic, everyday bra. Based on the previous Prima Donna bras that I’ve owned, I expect it to last a long time.
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Updated on Sep 09, 2020 Flag this

The band is VERY stretchy. My measurements for this bra are probably bigger than the average because I’ve had it for a couple of years, but the band was always stretchy. Definitely size down one band size.

Once you get the sizing right, this is a comfortable everyday bra, and it’s pretty. The gore is a little bit wider than what I need, but it’s not uncomfortable. The straps are fully adjustable so they feel more relaxed than styles where the front of the strap is firm. The cup is not firm but does give decent support and create a natural, rounded shape.

The cups are more narrow in this Rive Gauche bra than in the 75H - Chantelle » Parisian Allure Lace Plunge Bra (2231) so it’s a good choice if you have a more narrow breast shape and want something appropriate for daily wear.

Nude colorway

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Updated on Sep 20, 2020 Flag this

I’ve had this bra for ages... 4 years, maybe? I honestly don’t even remember. So my measurements for it may be above the average for this size, but the band has always been very stretchy. You will probably want to size down in the band and up in the cup. (I believe when I bought this one, I ended up buying my normal size but wasn’t wearing it on the loosest hook.)

This style is more narrow in the wire than my Chantelle Parisian Allure Lace Plunge Bra (2231) so it’s a good choice if you have a more narrow breast root. It follows my shape better ... behind the breast and doesn’t sit back too far under the arm. The gore is a little wider than what I need, but it’s not uncomfortable. It touches breast tissue, but it tacks, too.

This is a pretty bra that lasts for a long time, and it creates a natural, rounded shape. The lace is smooth under most clothing. The top part of the cup has a little stretch, which is great if you have soft tissue, breasts that fluctuate in size, or one breast that is larger than the other.

I can currently wear the 75H on the tightest hook or my old 70H on the medium hook, although I think a 70I would actually be perfect for me right now, except that I don’t think this bra is available in 70I.
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Nude colorway

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Updated on Sep 20, 2020 Flag this

I like this bra a lot! The gores don’t tack perfectly on any of the underwired sports bras that I’ve tried (Freya, Panache, and Prima Donna - you can check my profile for reviews). So I decided to try this wireless Anita Active](brand:654) bra.

I don’t know if I’ll wear the bra out and about because I feel like I look really flattened. BUT for exercise, this is not a bad thing at all! Everything stays in place for working out with minimal bouncing. I don’t feel like I have terrible uniboob, although my breasts do scooch a little closer ... together after exercising since there isn’t a wired gore. The cups do not stretch.

The inside front of the bra is lined with a soft terry cloth material that is comfortable and keeps the sweat from getting out of control. The sides/back are mesh so the bra doesn’t feel too bulky or hot. The straps are wide in front, which helps with support/comfort, but the elastic portion of the straps in the back is more narrow so they aren’t bulky. I wish the straps had a J-hook, but they are comfortable and don’t slide off my shoulders even without one.

I really love this hot pink colorway. It’s bright and fun.

Overall, this is a great sports bra. If you’re looking for something wireless and fit Anita’s size range, then you should give this bra a try, especially if you can find it on sale.
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Updated on Apr 27, 2021 Flag this

This bra looked great when I tried it on by itself. Once I put a shirt over it, I realized that my breasts looked flattened on top. The top section of the cup doesn’t stretch so I think there just isn’t enough room for my larger breast, especially. I might like this better one cup size bigger.

The bra is supportive. The gore tacks. The fabric is a little scratchy, but I think it may soften with more wear/washing. It comes in such pretty colors, too!

If in doubt for this one, size up in the cup.

Purple/ Fuchsia colorway

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Updated on Sep 09, 2020 Flag this

This is a really nice bikini top. I always wear it under a swim tee (because skin cancer sucks, and I prefer to cover my pale self), but it fits well and stays put while moving or swimming. It creates a flattering silhouette under the swim tee. I don’t know if it would shift more without the tee, but I don’t think so.

I have a little gap right where the cup meets the strap, but all the breast tissue stays contained. The straps are a little wide (both the straps themselves and their placement in the front at the arms), but they work fine. The gore tacks nicely. ... The band is true to size. The padding lifts everything without being too stiff.

The fabric is a pretty shade of blue, and the ivory trim is a nice contrast. It doesn’t stretch out too much when wet and hasn’t faded from chlorine so far after pretty regular wear. I haven’t had any trouble either with the straps loosening or with the back closure.

This is a good swim top, whether you’d prefer to wear it under a swim tee and move around like me, or if you’d rather sit in a lounge chair and get some sun. It won’t improve your lap time, but your boobs will look good. 😂
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Denim/Ivory colorway

Updated on Sep 20, 2020 Flag this