The band runs a full size small on this bra. My usual size is 28DD or 30D, but the 30D's cups were way too small. I ordered the 30DD and it is very tight -- fits like a small 28DD. I should have ordered 32D. Therefore, I'd recommend going up a band size in this bra and keeping the cup size the same. In other words, if you measure 36C, order 38C in this one first.

Other than the fit issue, this bra is nice for a strapless bra. Built-in "customized" padding is thicker or thinner depending on cup size. The cups are smooth and a little on the stiff side when brand new; the lace is soft. There are silicone strips inside the band to reduce slipping. A good value.
Purchased Spring 2010 from Bare Necessities.

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Updated on May 25, 2011 Flag this

It seems to run extra tight in the band. I measure myself at 27 inches in the rib cage and still feel like this is super tight in the 30 band. Because this is more like a 28DD than a 30DD, the cups didn't fit right and I was coming out of them.

Updated on Jan 24, 2013 Flag this

I have shallow conical breasts that was measured at a 28DD. I usually wear a 30D (which I also ordered), but the cups in this bra fit small because of the push-up padding on the bottom. So, the 30DD fit better although the wires are a tad long for me. I wasn't expecting so much padding since this was described as "lift". I would prefer less padding or no padding, but it can be a little difficult to find in a smaller band size. It takes a little bit of effort to get the underwires to sit in my IMF because of the padding. I basically have to ... hold my breast up as much as possible and place the underwire in the correct place. Then go in and swoop and scoop once again. Once I do this, it doesn't budge because of the snug band. The band runs tight, which is great for me since I have a 27" ribcage, but may feel tight for someone that is a true 30 band. I do not get cleavage in this bra even though it has quite a lot of padding because I have short roots and it is pretty closed on top. The padding just serves to make my breasts look bigger (more volume) under shirts. I don't mind this. I really like the convertible straps, the lace is pretty and unobtrusive, and the nude color matches my skin tone pretty well.
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Updated on Mar 03, 2018 Flag this

I think it's a little too shallow for me. It's definitely a bit wide. I'm a bit hesitant to wear it as a strapless as it seems like it'd slip too much.

Updated on Feb 06, 2015 Flag this

I have this bra in a 30D, but the cups were way too small for me. I tried this one on in the store, and it was an absolute disaster! Never knew I could have quadboob like that even though the bra looks large when its just hanging there.

I think it would suit someone who is full on bottom very well because of the push up pad and top of the cups are somewhat closed.

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Updated on Mar 09, 2014 Flag this

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