Ok, I was VERY excited for these bras to arrive, and still am very excited. Braologie seems to be working some things out in terms of their fit, so I wasn't holding my breath that this bra was going to fit well...which is good, because it didn't. They have a great return policy, however, and seem very dedicated to achieving a good fit with their customers, so I have high hopes.

So, yes--no, this bra did not fit. I wear a 28FF in non-padded Cleo bras, and usually a 28G in bras that have any sort of padding, but in this scenario, I provided measurements along with my size, ... but still no-go. There is major quad-boobage, which can be seen in the pictures--like, MAJOR. The worst quad-boobage I have ever experienced. However, like other reviewers have noted, this bra is designed very differently than other bras, and it seems like breast tissue was magically appearing in the cup that I don't seem to see or find in other bras.

The cups definitely are too small (especially with the inserted pads), definitely 1 if not 2 cup sizes. The inside of my cup measured 8" deep without pads, compared to my Cleo Melissa, which measures 9.5" deep. Despite the quad-boob, which made it a bit hard to judge, I think I would love the shape it if it was a size that fit. I had some major concerns about the bra creating a cone-like look, however after having tried on the bra, I don't think it would make this silhouette for someone similar to my size. I could see how breasts with a lot more volume than mine might run into that problem, but I think I may be able to avoid it. I also appreciated the ability to add in padding inserts, though with the amount of spillage happening I had to laugh a bit as I removed it. In a good size, though, this would be perfect for correcting my smaller boob problem.

In addition to the cups being too small, the band was also too large. The bra came very generously with an extender, which leads me to believe that Braologie is aiming for the band to be quite snug when you first get it. I immediately had to put it on the smallest hook to get the support I needed, however. On the tightest hook, it felt great as a starting point. The power-mesh sides are quite stretchy and VERY comfortable. If this could be adjusted so that the tightest hook is actually the loosest hook, I think we'd be in business.

So, those general fit issues being known, I'll toss in my other cents USD on the Braologie Contour Bra. I love this bra. I think it is gorgeous, and honestly quite sexy despite being a behemoth. I am dedicated to getting it in a size that fits properly if at all possible. It is not a delicate, lacy thing--it is an ass-kicking, boned, boob-super-weapon lacy thing. After I strapped myself into it, I felt a relief in my shoulders that I have not felt in a long time, unless my husband is being my handbra. Even with the cups not fitting correctly, it was a relief (and admittedly, I'm sitting here in my Curvy Kate Princess noticing more than I did before how sure, it provides support, but not SUPPORT in all caps like the Braologie bra did). The fabric is thick and heavy duty, but still soft and comfortable. The insides of the cups are a softer cotton. The cups are padded and well structured. The stitching is all very well done. I did not find the elastic along the bottom edge to be irritating. I felt very held in wearing it.

It does fit very differently than other bras. I'm usually cognizant of my underwire when wearing a bra, but with this bra, it's there, but not the star of the show, not the thing that catches my attention. The band definitely feels like it's doing the hard work here. The four-hook clasp on the back is also rockin'--it's not a longline, but it's in that sort of magical place in between. I'm a fan. With the Boobs-Lifted-And-Pushed-Together approach, I get some killer cleavage (too killer in too small a cup size), but I'm surprised how comfortable I feel with my boobs touching. It actually feels pretty nice.

The other elements all feel well crafted. The straps aren't super wide, but I find a 3/4" strap to be fine enough for me. Everything is lined. I also found ordering this bra to be a nice experience. Tallia at Braologie was very prompt in answering my questions, and because I ordered my bras over the Chinese New Year and it caused a bit of delay, they express shipped it to me for free. I appreciated their good customer service.

I'll be seeing if I can get these exchanged for a better fitting size. I'm really hopeful, because I think this would absolutely be a bra I would wear regularly, and feel great about wearing. My fingers are crossed https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
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This bra is a sample of Braologie's new 'Posture-Contour Bra Casual' line, kindly sent to me by Braologie in return for a small favour I did them. Also included in the package was the 'Posture-Contour Mini-Vest', on which I will add a few notes as well. The opinions expressed below are completely my own and not influenced by the fact I essentially got this bra as a gift.

Sizing note:

This bra is not labelled and no size was communicated to me during the inquiry process, so I'm not exactly sure whether 28E is correct. Based on how this and other bras fit me I'd say this is a either ... a generous 28E or a small-ish 28F, but this is only a guess. This bra was selected for me by Braologie's bra-fitting 'guru' on the basis of measurements and photos submitted by me. This Posture-Contour Bra Casual was recommended to me mainly because it is supposedly a little bit lower cut under the arms than the Lacie. On me it is still plenty high -- any higher and it wouldn't fit me anymore -- so it really isn't cut THAT low.

Bra appearance:

A foam-lined, plain black bra out of smooth, satin-y material with one visible seam running 'diagonally' across the cup (the cups are constructed as three-part cups, but the 'vertical' seam is covered by the smooth satin fashion fabric). The seam is very flat and won't really show under most clothing, making this an ideal T-shirt bra, in my opinion. The inside of the cups is covered with soft cotton jersey, with pockets for holding the included removable foam 'cookies'. The 'cookies' are also covered in cotton jersey and very soft.

The wings and back of this bra are very firm and tall. They are made out of two layers of powernet-like material -- a smooth and shiny layer on the outside and a matt layer on the inside .. with two pieces of boning along the side seam. The elastic along the bottom edge is nice and wide. The closure of this bra is FOUR hooks and eyes tall. A matching extender is included.

Straps are plain and wider than any I've encountered in my size range. They adjust from the front which means they are easy to adjust when wearing the bra.

Bra fit:

I have to admit I was sceptical as plunge-style bra NEVER seem to work for me, but I'm always in for experiment so I gladly accepted Braologie's offer. And I have absolutely no regrets!

The first time I properly wore this bra was on a long day travelling -- over 12 hours non-stop -- by aeroplane, two buses, train and taxi. During the half hour bus trip to the airport I thought I felt something pressing against my ribs right underneath my breasts, but the feeling went away and this bra has been the most comfortable thing ever since. So comfortable that by the end of that gruesomely exhausting day I didn't want to take it off! It's not the kind of comfort that makes you forget you're wearing a bra, but rather the pleasant feeling of a firm hug meets effective support. Also, whatever I did, this bra staid in place perfectly, keeping my breasts secure and looking absolutely marvellous. I know very well that a well-fitting bra is SUPPOSED to stay put without (too much) adjusting, but with my short upper torso, high set breasts, and very pronounced pectoral 'wing', EVERY bra cup I have ever worn gets pushed out of place at some point during movement. Not this bra, though, which officially makes this bra the most comfortable, best-fitting and possible the most flattering bra I possess at the moment.

The wires are very comfortable -- they are very flexible and conform well to the body, but the sturdy band prevents distortion -- and the gore isn't really as low as the gores on some other plunges I have tried, so my breasts don't fall out in the middle. The armhole on this bra is the most comfortable of any bra I have ever tried. The cups still reach up to my pectoral 'wing', but it's only the very top part that gaps ever so slightly when I move my arms and shoulders. As said, the rest of the cups stays perfectly in place.

One caveat: I have to wear it with the full extender as the band is really really snug and firm. I CAN close it if I really really try, but only just. If I still want to be able to breath I NEED the extra space of the extender. At first I thought even that wouldn't quite cut it and a full band size up would be better, but after wearing it some more I'm not so sure. The band hasn't noticeably stretched, but it just feels more comfortable now and a full band size up would probably be too much as I would have to wear that one at the tightest hooks anyway. I'm normally not a fan of extenders, but this one is so wide and comfy that I don't even notice it, so I'm quite fine with it.

The first time I wore this bra was at the 'smallest' point of my cycle. At that moment the cups fit best with both 'cookies' in place and the straps tightened almost all the way. Almost two weeks later, though, the cups fit my larger breast fine without the 'cookie' and the straps somewhat looser, although I still need the 'cookie' on the side of my smaller breast. I CAN wear it without, but I noticed some wrinkling in the cup (I get folding in the bottom and side of the cup on my smaller side in almost all my bras) when I tried it that way and there just was a tiny bit too much excess space to feel well-contained.

According to the instructions that come with the bra (yes, there's a sheet with instructions included!) this bra should give that typical pushed-together buttcrack cleavage look. It doesn't do anything of the sort on me, but I don't think that is because this bra is too big. It's actually rather perfect, both width- and depth-wise. My breasts are simple not spherical enough to get that look. My breasts are so conical and naturally East-West that in order to get them to touch I have to completely flatten them against my chest, which is horribly uncomfortable and looks absolutely ridiculous. Because they are so conical the don't really extend sideways past my frame though, so there's not that much to pull in from the sides either. As a result, this bra give me a super-lifted, but still natural look and cleavage that I really like, without making me feel as if my breasts are forced into a position or shape that is unnatural to them.

Vest fit:

I was also sent the Braologie 'Posture-Contour Mini-Vest' so I'll add a couple of words on that here as well. It is, in my opinion, a nifty little garment that really does what it promises, although I wouldn't recommend it if you constantly require full range of motion as the armhole and straps would probably cause uncomfortable chafing. However, for more stationary activities, like spending (excess) time behind a computer, it is definitely something I would use -- and my posture isn't even that bad https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_wink.gif" alt=";)" />

Anyway, it is important to note that these garments do not correct your posture for you, but rather serve as a gentle reminder to assume correct posture yourself, by making assuming incorrect posture uncomfortable and making assuming correct posture easier.

Size-wise -- again, no labels -- I'm guessing this is a 28 band as well, although it is MUCH stretchier than the Posture-Contour Bra Casual I received. Unstretched they measure quite exactly the same length, but stretched there is a clear difference. The vest I can comfortably wear on the loosest hooks without extender (a matching three-hook extender is included). I CAN relatively easily close it on the tightest hooks, but that begins to feel really restrictive. Besides, it isn't necessary to experience the correcting effect, I have noticed.

Conclusion:

I now want this bra in beige as well and preferable two of each colour so I never have to wear another bra again https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_wink.gif" alt=";)" />

Okay, that is perhaps a slight exaggeration, but seriously, if you haven't had much luck with other plunges like Ewa Michalak PLs or the Freya Deco, DO give this bra a go. I know Braologie has been a bit hit or miss in the larger cupsizes (rest assured they are working on that, though), but in the smaller sizes they certainly seem have their act very well together.
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Holy cleavage, batman!!! I got this bra from another bratabaser who got it from another .. I swear this bra was made for me even though it was custom made for someone else!! I'm wearing it with an extender right now as it measures about 29 inches stretched and I'm quite bony (I also want to extend its life) I haven't had cleavage like this since I was wearing my ill fitting VS bras! Like others have said, the wings come up a bit high under the arms but I'll take one for the team because it's sooo comfortable! Didn't have to bend any wires on this one ... as I had no uncomfortable digging whatsoever! Other users have guessed that this bra was about a 28 E but I disagree. I purchased it based on measurements I had seen on bratabase and they were so close to mine! ( I best fit 30Ff cleo bras) it works extremely well with my wide-set shallow breasts bringing them right next to each other for TO DIE FOR cleavage I never thought I could get in a proper fitting bra. Please braologie, make a strapless ?! My life will be complete if you do!
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As with any Braologie bra, the size of the bra is an estimate because there is no label. I guessed 34GG because I typically wear 34H and braologie thinks that the cup is one size too small for me. I would describe the band as at the tighter end of 34, to the point that I would normally want an extender. Braologie agrees and plans to send an extender with the replacement.

If you have read about Braologie bras from Vee's blog post (http://www.bratabase.com/blog/2013/jan/27/insight-the-braologie-bra-207/) you will also know that although I marked the gore as not lying flat this is not a ... fitting issue for this bra.

Before ordering I expressed concern about my breasts being pressed together. From my previous experience with plunges I have noted that I am prone to fungal infections if sweat is allowed to collect between my breasts. They offered the solution of the full coverage bra. Here's what they said about the Posture-contour full coverage plus-size bra: "Regarding your concern on the touching breasts, we understand that some women have the issue with fungal infections resulted from sweating. Although we highly recommend our customers to have a closer chest to prevent sagging and breasts pointing to different directions, we respect your concern and we suggest you to try our full coverage bra. This style will have a slightly wider gore than our Lacie Bra so the breasts will not be touching as close as the Lacie Bra."

Like other people, I am impressed by their customer service. In my earlier adventure on the bra (http://www.bratabase.com/profile/2j/adventures/949/) I mentioned a problem with the side boning. This has been acknowledged as a manufacturing fault, and Braologie is keen to replace the bra (and will pay return shipping) but is even more interested in addressing the fit. I feel like I will be able to find a resolution by working with them. The offputting language in the analysis that I mentioned in my first adventure on the topic (http://www.bratabase.com/profile/2j/adventures/575/) was in no way present in further interactions with Braologie, which leads me to believe that it is simply a translation which doesn't take tone into account.

Now for the bra itself! The bra looks extremely heavy duty, but when I hold it it doesn't feel heavier than one of my lightly padded Ewa Michalaks. The cups are lace and lined, and the band just beyond the cups is only lace. It does look a bit sturdy when it is on, but the construction feels more delicate than you would expect. It will never be as light as a sheer bra, but it is comparable to bras with a similar cup construction.

It's hard for me to say how the bra feels because I haven't worn it for an extended period of time. Also, the cup size is a little off and the band is a bit too tight (I don't have a 4-hook extender) which affects the comfort. Thus I don't feel that it would be fair to describe how the bra feels at this point.

The wire width is fine for me and so is the wire length.

I like that the bra has four hooks. Another nice feature is that the straps are fully adjustable and start in the front instead of the back. Although the sliders end up on my shoulders with this system, the convenience of being able to adjust the straps without removing the bra is such an improvement that I don't mind. The straps are a little on the narrow side at less than 2 cm. I love the feeling of wide straps like on Ewa Michalak's CH Purple, but straps like that aren't adjustable. I don't think much wider straps would be possible with the way this bra is designed to be worn with the vest.

I'm having a bit of trouble adapting to the vest. I have broad shoulders so it isn't a problem to set the straps next to the bra straps rather than on top of them as the instructions indicate, but this could be an issue for someone with smaller shoulders. I'm finding it uncomfortable but perhaps this is also a fit issue. Update: Braologie believes the vest is too small, even when I wore it with an extender, and will exchange it for a larger size. This may address the problems I was having.

I'm not too keen on the shape it gives me but that could be because it isn't the right size. Right now it seems a bit blocky and pointed. I'm more of a fan of the purple shape, which I'm not going to get with Braologie, so part of it may also be a matter of adjusting my view on what makes a nice shape.

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This bra is a little too small for me, but I'm kind of in love.

First of all, some unique design things that I like a lot:
- four-hook columns: this is great!
-super-high side wings really keep you in there
-cups are designed to hold in the armpit-flap area
-super-narrow center gore
-great quality and workmanship

The support I get from this bra is incredible. Even though the back is too big, the wide four-column band gives me more than adequate support and stays put. The bra also comes with removable pads, which are great for those of us with asymmetries.

Braologie really wants you to wear this high up on your back. ... They also seem to focus on trying to migrate the breast tissue/breast root upwards, which may or may not be what you want. My breasts are medium-low, and I'd say if you have very low-set breasts, it will be hard to wear this bra where it's designed to be worn.

The customer service is outstanding. The rep said that they can make 26 bands. They're incredibly responsive to email and genuinely interested in making the product work for you. I'm currently ordering this bra in a 26GG (one absolute cup size up and one band size down). I would not hesitate to recommend this manufacturer.
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So I was the lucky one inheriting the Braologie bra Vee reviewed here: http://www.bratabase.com/blog/2013/jan/27/insight-the-braologie-bra-207/

I can just say that this is a totally different construction of bra and it works far better on my boobs than any other of the 100 bras I've tried the last six months.

This is the first bra that actually covers my root. No gaping, no cutting in, and the breast fat left in the armpit is so slight I cannot even count it. This is the first bra that actually does reach around all that breast fat around my armpits and back and brings it UP! Yes UP on my chest, ... hey full on top super high on chest boobs finally in the right position!

Ok, so yes no center gore flat, boobs touching in the middle, do I care? Hell no! I think this is the absolute best way to fit boobs like mine. I don't have any natural separation so why should I force a pair of wires in there anyway? I certainly don't need them for support.

So the bra is pointy. In some clothing it's too much for me and I'm already discussing with myself how this bra would need to be altered to fit me.

No worries; I'm not going to try any alteration on this bra, I'm simply thinking about copying the construction and make a less pointy shape.

Under my BiuBiu Portimao 44B/BB it looks too torpedoish for me. In one of my old empire dresses that I hadn't been able to wear for ages it just looks perfect. Maybe that dress is shallower than the BiuBiu top, it would make sense.

So this is a bra that I wouldn't wear under everyday clothing. It's a cleavage bra. Noone would think about the pointy shape with that cleavage level anyway. It's the butt crack level of cleavage as seen at Obsessed with breasts. http://obsessedwithbreasts.wordpress.com/2012/12/05/cleavage-concerns/

I wear the bra with the extender that followed with it. It measures 74cm unstretched. Apart from my heartburn condition I would say this is a perfect band for me. I can breath and move and I have a lot of support.

The band is a little too tight on the upper of the 4 hooks, but nothing I cannot live with since there are no wires that distorts their way into my chest bone.

So I will keep this bra, I will use it, both as a migration bra and a cleavage bra. But under a top not showing cleavage I really do want something that flattens me a little bit more. I am pretty sure I could easily flatten this bra out and get the typical orb shape. I tried flattening it with my hands. Very impressive indeed https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_mrgreen.gif" alt=":D" />

So for boobs like mine that are mostly just wide rooted and rather small this kind of bra is magic. Since the wires are so weak there's no wires on breast tissue even if there is. The boning, and the wide band is doing the job of lifting.

I will update my review when I'm well enough to wear the bra for more than one hour, but so far I actually do think it's the closest to a well fitting bra I've had. Actually apart from the pointyness I'd say it fits a little equal to my 34GG center pull straps altered Tease Me. It also was far from having the center gore flat and the boobs were touching in the middle, however the bra couldn't hold itself up. The braologie bra is far superior on that level!

Edit: I hadn't even noticed the fact that I'm wearing the bras with the pads! I had no idea. No wonder I get cleavage https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_mrgreen.gif" alt=":D" />

Update: I have now been wearing this bra for about five hours or so. Yes I do have a heartburn, but it's really nothing serious. Since the bra presses equally on my sternum and is firm I'm not trouble by the tight band. I've been able to do some more scoping which ended me up with quadboob in the middle of my larger boob. Doesn't matter, I can just take the pad out of that cup if I want to.

Everything in this bra stays in place, it's so comfortable.

Oh and I've come to the conclusion the shape I have is the same shape XLHourglass has in Ewa PL bras. It's not up my alley but I'm trying to get used to it.

Update 23 February after wearing the bra for a week. Since realising all fat on top of my body easily is placed on my boobs I have scoped and swooped myself into it I have now removed the pads and the bra is now still too small but again more comfortable.

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The wing come up so high under my arms it's uncomfortable, and the cup itself is way taller than my breasts. I don't feel like I fill the cups, although it does give my cleavage. The wires are too wide and the bra is too shallow so it flattens my boobs.

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Updated on Aug 07, 2013 Flag this

First, I just wanted to say that there is no size tag in this bra. I have no idea what size it is, but this is the best estimate I could figure based on the measurements of others' bras. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> Even though I have to wear the bra with the extender they provided, the measurements I posted are of only the bra itself.

Also, I added pictures of myself wearing the bra with and without the boned padded inserts. On the pics with the pads in, I labeled the pictures as so. On the ones without the pads, ... I didn't label anything (mainly because I added them before I thought of it haha.)

To write my review of this bra, I decided it would be easiest just to copy/paste what I emailed Tallia at Braologie and her responses (she is fantastic, btw.) Keep in mind while reading this that my breast type is full on bottom and very soft (those with full on top/firm boobs may have a completely different experience.)

**My text to Tallia:**

When I first tried on the bra, the band felt incredibly tight and uncomfortable (even with the extender attached.) After wearing it more, the band is not as tight as I previously thought. I think I didn't wear it long enough at first to really get a feel for it. At first, it felt really uncomfortable against my ribs, but after a while, I became more used to it and it actually became quite comfortable. I now LOVE the band. I wish every bra had a band that wide, with as many hooks, and the extra boning. It really does provide tons of support!

Also, when I first wore the bra, I immediately took out the pads because the cups seemed too small for me. I hoped removing the pads would give me more room and help it fit better. Unfortunately, it did not help. The weight of my breasts just caused the cups to collapse at the bottom and fold, therefore allowing my breast tissue to flow out of the cups. It made the fit seem really poor.

However, I tried it again and left in the pads. I couldn't believe it -- it actually fit better with the pads IN! The pads seem to help add stability to the bottom of the cups, which I need. I wore the bra for several hours, and I was pleasantly surprised how well it keep my breasts in place.

So now, the only things that are keeping this bra from being a perfect plunge bra are the cup size (I wonder if I need a slightly larger cup next time?), the straps (the thin straps are somewhat uncomfortable, but not enough to make me not like the bra), and the shape (I get a somewhat pointy/flattened shape from the side along the top of the cups.)

**Tallia's response to me:**

We agree that the bra cup size can be bigger next time. We do not advice you to go up one cup size at the moment because your breast is a bit more heavy at the bottom and our bra is trying to lift them up to even out the weight and bigger cup size may create too much room at the top of the cup and your breast tissues may not be firmed enough to fill the room at the top of the cups.

Also, we would like to thank you for giving us feedback and pictures. The breast shape is flattened because more room is required for your breast. However, as mentioned before, we suggest you to keep wearing our bra, try to wear it everyday so the breast tissue can adapt to the new shape and eventually your breast will be fuller on top and we can go up on the cup size and your breast will look rounder https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />

As for the straps, we are trying to use wider shoulder straps for our future products so that full-busted women will get a more comfortable fit with the wider shoulder straps.

**End reply**

A couple of days later, I tried on the bra with a different shirt (just a basic t-shirt.) The fit seemed worse, and I was very uncomfortable with the shape that I got under clothes. I decided to email Tallia again.

**My email to Tallia:**

I am wearing the bra for the 2nd time today, and I am a little concerned how it appears under clothing. The shape I get is quite odd. I know we already discussed this bra being too small, but helpful for migration, but I wonder if this is realistic. In order to make the bra look okay under clothing, I am not able to scoop and swoop as much as I should (as this only exaggerates the small size.) I feel very self conscious of how this looks, and I fear this will keep me from wearing the bra. Also, the fullest point of the cups is so far out to the side that it interferes with my arm movement, which is something I cannot tolerate at work, as I work with my hands. The band, however, feels amazing.

What should I do? I love how the band feels and I'm open to see how the bra changes my posture and my breast shape. However, I just cannot realistically wear it everyday as suggested. I have considered just wearing it at home after work and on the weekends when I'm home, but I would have to wear a different bra if I were to go out.

**Tallia's reply:**

Thanks for your message. We agree that the bra cup is too small for you which making the shape looks awkward and it looks more apparent under clothing. We should have asked you to send us pictures with your clothes on before to see how the shape appears. In this case, the cup size is definitely too small for you which leaves no room for your breast to protrude and resulted in the odd shape. We think going up 1-2 cup size will solve the problem. However, we are also worried if we give you a larger cup size, there is a possibility that the cup may collapse a bit as our bra construction may not be the best for large soft chest with small frame like you. Definitely we want to send you a new one to try but we want to notify you the possible outcomes before we send you a bigger cup size. Also, how much cup size smaller do you think if you scoop and swoop as much as you can? We want to give you a bigger cup size that can completely encase all of your breast tissue after you do the full swoop and scoop as indicated in our tutorial.

**My reply:**

I'm not sure whether or not I'd need 1 or 2 cup sizes up. It's hard for me to gauge because I don't know how much bigger one size up is in the Braologie brand. I need room for it to fit and to accomodate any migration, right? That makes me think maybe I need 2 cup sizes up, but I'm really unsure as well. I understand what you are saying that the bra will only provide support up to a certain cup size with my band size. Whatever you guys think is best is fine with me.

Should I return the bra I have to you now? What is the process from here on out?

Also, would I be better suited for some other product, such as the mini vest? If so, which size would I wear?

Are there developments in the future for any products that may do better for large cup/small band customers?

Thank you again for all of your help, and please let me know what I should do next.

**Tallia's response:**

After consideration, we are afraid that we will have to issue a fund refund to you. We think you will need at least one cup size up for better fitting, unfortunately, we are not confident that the bigger cup size will provide the support your chest required. We have been learning from our customers' feedback and we can see that our bra design at the moment does not suit women with full-busted women with softer breast tissue. If we give you a large cup size, there is a possibility that the cups will be wider than your breasts and the straps will be a bit very wide, which means that only the very outsides of the cups will be getting support. We do not want to disappoint you again by sending a bigger cup size that may not give you support and we think it is better for us to give you a full refund on your order and return postage cost. Once we develop better bras for large cup with softer tissues, we will get in touch with you again.

We apologize again for all the inconvenience caused and we look forwards to hearing from you.

**Final update**

I returned the bra, and I received a full refund for the price of the bra, my original shipping cost, AND my return shipping. You just really can't beat customer service like that. I give them an A+ for superb communication and a sincere want to make sure the product was right for ME. I will definitely buy from them again if another bra is developed to support larger busts.

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This bra is just so wrong. I don't think there is a single aspect of it that works for me, I don't understand how this was the result of something that was custom made for me.

I have a picture review of it here: http://imgur.com/a/1lVom/

A picture really is worth a thousand words in this case.

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Updated on Apr 17, 2013 Flag this

Wow. I'm not sure it's even fair to review this bra, as it's just way, way, WAY too small. But cleavage (or is it BUTT cleavage, LOL)? Either way, I've definitely got cleavage. (o|o)

The band fits nicely and isn't too stretchy. Great firm support from the whole band, not just the thin elastic on top and bottom of the band. And 4 hooks is great. The side was doing something funny with the elastic coming up under the band and the wire in the wing poking out at the bottom. I didn't notice it until after I took the pictures. ... I don't know if it would have stayed down if I had pulled the elastic down lower.

The straps are fully adjustable and I don't think anyone will EVER say they're too short. I'm not sure about too long, though. I have them adjusted about 3/4 of the way and if the cups were the right size, I might have to shorten them further. The straps themselves are 3/4 inch wide smooth elastic. I prefer more cushion in the straps, but as the weight is supposed to be supported mostly by the band, it shouldn't be an issue.

The side wings are quite high, but I didn't have trouble with poking, at least not while just trying it on. With extended wear, I don't know how this would feel. The wing height is 5.5 and the Cleo Meg that is stabbing me under the left arm right now while still being 1/2 to 1 inch below my inframammary fold is only 5.25. I'm 5'6", so not really short, but I have this problem with many bras.

The wires were a bit wider than my root. There is at least 1/2 inch extra space in the side of the cup that contains no breast tissue. They are not as wide as some bras, for sure, but I need a wire about 1/2 inch more narrow than this one if it is to be at the root of my breast, which worries me about getting the bra in the correct cup size. If it's 1/2 inch too wide and it's 3-4 cup sizes too small, how wide will the wire be in a larger cup size?

I don't understand their sizing. I don't know if they custom make each bra or if they just have a standard size progression. There are no tags in the bra at all, so I would guess they are completely custom made for each order.

*** I wanted to add that I emailed the first set of pictures to Tallia and she shared them with the bra guru. They agree the bra is at least 3-4 cup sizes too small, but asked for a picture of the back to see how much tissue would possibly be moved forward. So, I took the new (better, brighter) set of pictures with me not holding the camera. As you can see, the back band looks less like a stuffed sausage than most bras. That is because the fabric in the center of the band is very supportive, where most bras seem to get their band support mostly from the elastic on the top and bottom of the band. The wider wings and back band also helps, I'm sure. More fabric = more support. The will be working on a new bra for me. We might be able to contain these water balloons yet!

I have also updated the comfort rating to excellent. After only having it on a few minutes, I can really tell the difference from other bras. I don't know about wearing it all day, but just from trying on and taking pictures, it's more comfortable than any other bra I've tried on or worn. I'll be anxiously awaiting a bigger size. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":-)" />
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Updated on Mar 24, 2013 Flag this

After my first Braologie order arrived too small, the company allowed me to mail the bras to other women and remade the bras in a better size.

The new bras that arrived were a vast improvement. The band was slightly more snug (though not nearly as snug as other bras one would order in a 28 band... the Braologie bra is designed to provide support with a looser band), though still more relaxed than other bras I own, and the cups were a good fit! Having the removable padding in the cups is also a LIFESAVER-- one of my girls is a bit smaller than the other, and this ... has been endlessly frustrating to me recently. A bra with removable padding solves this issue.

Unfortunately I did run into some other problems that came from the bra cups sizing up. A wider underwire was used, so it comes up higher on the sides. The wings were also quite a bit higher. My smaller bras had about 5.5" tall wings, which were taller than anything else I owned, but the newer bras with larger cups had 6" tall wings, which suddenly sat in the clear territory of very uncomfortable. I felt a good deal of digging and chafing in the armpit itself, but it was difficult to get a photo of it (though eventually I did). I e-mailed my concerns to Tallia, the representative I have been working with, and she was wonderful-- she acknowledged the concerns and asked me to wear the bras a bit, so that we could determine if the discomfort I was feeling was because I was unaccustomed to having such high sides, or if the sides were truly digging into my armpits.

I wore the bra for about 9 hours, and ultimately I came to the conclusion that because I have such a petite torso, the wings were in fact just too high. An extra half inch on my torso is a lot of space, and with the underwires sitting where they were supposed to be at my inframammary fold, the wings of the bra were sitting very decidedly in the armpits and caused a great deal of uncomfortable chafing after a full day of wear. Tallia is allowing me to return the bras to be altered so the wings aren't quite as high.

The Braologie bra has much higher sides than most of us are used to, I think, and of course the purpose of this is to help hasten the movement of migrated breast tissue back to the chest. Any purchaser of a Braologie bra will need to accept ahead of time that the height of the sides might feel a little weird because of how tall it is, and this will be different than actual pain from TOO high a side. After working quite a bit with Tallia, however, I feel comfortable with my decision to have the sides shortened slightly--they will still sit higher than other bras I own, but I think this should entirely solve the chafing issue I was experiencing.

The other small problem I experienced was that the straps were far, far too long and cinching them up properly placed the adjuster in front of my shoulders. This issue will also be fixed with the alterations.

So I have one more go at fixing the bra-- this time the height of the wings will be reduced and the straps will be shortened. My hope is that this will officially solve the issues I've had so far, but I feel confident that ultimately I will end up with a very well fitting, supportive Braologie bra.
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Updated on Mar 18, 2013 Flag this

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After wearing the bra, camisole and contour pants for 10 hours today here are my opinions:

Pros:
The support is unparalleled. My breasts were lifted higher than ever before, without any strain or pressure on my shoulders.
The camisole & pants do exactly what they are meant to do. My posture was much better, especially when seated. It was very easy to keep my shoulder blades back and down. The garments are quite firm, but not uncomfortably so. Much more effective than @Spanx, because of the boning,
The bra and camisole together really gather any excess tissue front and center. No back or underarm flab. My breasts were inside ... the frame of my body.
My clothes looked GOOD (with 2 exceptions which will be noted in the cons).
The bra stayed in place all day.


Cons:
The slight quad boob I experienced with the bra alone was much worse with the camisole. This showed through my sweater slightly. They are going to increase the cup one or 2 sizes the next go round.
The underarms of the camisole chafed somewhat by the end of the day under the arms. The bra was fine.
As far as the band size goes, I think it is slightly too tight, because it is sitting lower than the other bands I've seen (ie closer to my waist). My replacements will have slightly larger bands.
The boning does show through tight clothes, so be forewarned.
I think the thing that bothered me the most was the feeling that I was going to fall out of the cups and the jiggling. This will likely be corrected with the larger cups. I am also more accustomed to full cups, which have a different fit.

As you can see by the before & after pics, however, it is a very good look. I am wearing my prima Donna @Deauville in the before, which I though had excellent support. I still like my Prima Donna's, but I do feel they show how much fullness has been lost from my chest.





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Updated on Mar 11, 2013 Flag this

This bras came unlabeled as they were custom made, so I ball parked the size based on the amount of overspill I had in them.
Full review here
http://www.bratabase.com/blog/2013/jan/27/insight-the-braologie-bra-207/

Vee got a free sample from Braologie and was kind enough to write an in depth analysis of the bra.

http://www.bratabase.com/blog/2013/jan/27/insight-the-braologie-bra-207/

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Updated on Jan 30, 2013 Flag this

This bras came unlabeled as they were custom made, so I ball parked the size based on the amount of overspill I had in them.
Full review here
http://www.bratabase.com/blog/2013/jan/27/insight-the-braologie-bra-207/

Vee got a free sample from Braologie and was kind enough to write an in depth analysis of the bra.

http://www.bratabase.com/blog/2013/jan/27/insight-the-braologie-bra-207/

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Updated on Jan 30, 2013 Flag this

Too shallow, but pretty lace and great coverage.

Black colorway

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Updated on Apr 25, 2017 Flag this

Too shallow for me, but great otherwise.

Light Blue colorway

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Updated on Apr 25, 2017 Flag this

Too shallow for me, but great otherwise.

Grey colorway

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Updated on Apr 25, 2017 Flag this

November 2015 Update: Cups too small, band too big even thought I originally shortened it once it stretched out. I still occasionally use this with "chicken cutlets" when I want large, round breasts with lots of cleavage for special occasions. Luckily, while the cups are too small, they don't cause quad boob when I do this, probably because the padding I add is so stiff. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_razz.gif" alt=":P" /> Also, I never ordered a new one cuz I found better bras out there with less chunky bands! AND my migrated breast tissue is now all front and center, no need for help. ... href="https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" rel="nofollow">https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />


Original 2013 Review: (Note: I didn't read the "don't upload alteration pictures" until after I uploaded the pictures. The band is a bit shortened, but it fits in the pictures like it would have when I first got it before it stretched out so it should look the same as brand-new.)

When I first got it:
This bra does what every blog review I've read says - it DOES lift and support your breasts like no other bra!! I have the Bracie as well (the mini vest) and the two combined make me stand up straighter and smooth out any lines or bulges on my back. It's extremely comfortable; no pinching, no armpit fat, no quadboob, and no gaping. It fits more snug than any bra I've ever had on the loosest hook. The cups look huge, but it really does pull in any migrated tissue under the arms to fill the cups wonderfully. I have shallow and wide breasts, but this bra gathers everything front and center. I have high-set breasts, but luckily for me the wires ended just below my armpits so I wasn't stabbed, and the straps were tight so they weren't too long. It really feels like this bra was made for me. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />

Now:
As this bra is over 6 months old, it has been stretched and warped in the band. I've altered it to be tighter, but no tightening can change the slack under the arms that now allows my breast tissue to slip out behind the wires. When I swoop and scoop, I have slight quadboob, but throughout the day my tissue slips into my armpits and causes gapping in the center of the bra. If I wear it on the tightest hook with the Bracie on the tightest hook, I don't have a slippage problem.

I would definitely recommend this bra because it's comfortable, it has 4 rows of hooks (WAY better than just 2!!), the customer service is wonderful and works with you (and the company pays for shipping if it doesn't fit the first time), and can be worn under almost anything. I know you're not supposed to, but I worn this almost every day for 3 months and I didn't feel it change shape, so it lasted me a really long time. It really feels like it's made from the measurements you send them. I definitely think the $42.99 price and $15 shipping is worth it!! I will be reordering a new Lacie Posture Contour Bra soon. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
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Updated on Nov 11, 2015 Flag this

After losing nearly 15 lbs, the band is too loose and the cups are too large. Otherwise this is the only bra I've ever owned that has come close to fitting properly. I have the bust measurements of your average 12-year-old, but unlike them I've had and nursed three babies. So despite the pitifully small size of my breasts, they also sag. I need stays, wings and underwire. This meets all my requirements, but it would seem they've gone out of business so I can't order new ones in my current size.

Updated on Nov 09, 2015 Flag this

I'm not really sure how I feel about this thing. It seems to fit but it also just seems to be so ... big. Too wide, too tall and gives me a funny shape. However - it looks great under clothes. So it stays.

Updated on Jun 02, 2015 Flag this