I'm trying to decide whether to keep this bra or not - I bought the same bra in Parma Violet/Concrete colourway literally a couple of weeks ago, and it fits wonderfully. When I saw my size pop up on Asos in this Peacock/Concrete colourway I madly bought it before it could sell out again. I didn't even consider that it may fit differently as I was under the impression that both bras are from the same season. I'm still pretty sure they are - but the fit differences, whilst subtle, have quite a big impact (for me at least).

Differences: the lovely thick straps on the Parma Violet have gone - the Peacock has straps that measure just 2/3 of the width of the PV ones - a shame as I love thick straps but probably good for people who prefer a slimmer one.
Band length - Peacock measures just under an inch shorter unstretched than PV- I'd say Peacock is true to size and PV a tad looser.
Wire shape - although the measurements don't show a lot of difference, the Peacock has wires that are undoubtedly narrower/more of a pronounced U shape - PV's wires are far wider and that's one of the things I loved about it initially.

I have two more Dessous on order from BrandAlley (Navy/Limeade and Seafoam/Khaki from previous seasons) so am curious (read: somewhat scared!) as to how differently these ones may fit...hmm. I'm in two minds of whether to keep this one - I love the look but it doesn't fit me as perfectly as PV. If I didn't have two more on the way I'd prob keep this one...but we'll see.

Also: my disbelief regarding the sizing of the Claudette bottoms has turned to utter indignance: I ordered a large and XL thong (no briefs available in this colour unfort) and both are TINY!!!! I didn't even take the large out of its plactic-y confines as I could see it was minuscule - I tried the XL and knew it would still be muffin-top inducing. This is ridiculous! I'm a very normal sized UK12!

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Updated on Aug 12, 2014 Flag this

• I have a L thong, and it is crazy small. I am hoping the XL panty will be a better fit.

  The sizing from year to year is definitely different.

  Some seem to fit a bit deeper in the cup, and stretchier in the band.

• While I have no comment on knickers since I am way too chubs for the known small sizing on the Claudette choices, I think the straps do vary on the Claudette Dessous. If you take a look at my 36E - Claudette » Dessous Mesh Underwire Bra (CD2000) , I posted a pic of me wearing the seafoam colorway. It wasn't my favorite so I returned it - otherwise I would measure it for you! I have the Peacock, Chinchilla, Neon Pink, and True Blue if you would like me to check one of those for you!

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