This is a lightweight bra, but the center placket is too wide for my comfort. When I'm perspiring, the packet will likely rub a rash into my center -full breasts.
The cotton is not nearly as soft as Kindred Bravely Organic Cotton Bra. And, Kindred Bravely wraps the elastic band with blissfully soft fabric. Carole Martin's bra is bare, scratchy elastic. Sigh.
Although black bra bands are often shorter, this is much too large. There is zero support and zero rounding.
Straps are unadjustable. This may be problematic for low-set and/or tall users.
I was optimistic, but there are much better wireless options.
I have to sleep in a bra; I don't like having my chest going in different directions - doesn't work for me. I used to wear @Fruit of the Loom basic sports bras but they were too hot (uniboob cleavage sweats!) and they kept shrinking. Then I found Carole Martin's and I was sold! Apparently these have been around since the 1970's. The straps do not adjust and are a little long for me; that's my only complaint. There is soft elastic in the straps. It has a front hook closure with five hooks. This gore does not lay flat - at least on me. The band has ...thicker elastic than the straps and does not adjust. This elastic is firmer, yet still comfortable. The band is covered with a strip of soft, non-scratchy, lace that curls up with wear (a nice attempt to make it pretty but they should have attached it fully so it wouldn't curl - not a big deal and doesn't affect comfort). This bra is super comfortable - 95% cotton, 5% spandex. Machine wash, line dry. I got very little shrinkage with the first wash, but it was slight enough to mention. If you're looking for good support for day-wear, don't get this. It basically holds the breasts separate and keeps them in place, but there's no lift and no underwire. I measure at 30GG and the 38 is very comfortable. This also comes in a 2nd style: a nylon, spandex blend. This other style has darts that hit me in the wrong place and looked weird. The cotton version has no darts in the cups. I also found the nylon version to be extremely hot. I prefer the thinner cotton for sleeping. They also claim to be good for post-surgery. Read more 188 more words
This is not an exciting bra to look at but it's good for wearing around the house. It is very comfortable; for the most part I don't even think about the fact that I'm wearing a bra. I have fibromyalgia so bra comfort has become an issue. I will probably buy a couple more bras.
Thank you for your review :-) Glad you found a cool model for sleep.