I always overlooked Charnos, but this 4 part balconnet was an underrated surprise!
Full review here: http://www.myfashioninsiderblog.com/2016/10/lingerie-charnos-betsy-underrated.html
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Updated on Nov 01, 2016 Flag this
Found this bra for cheap so took a chance with it since I really need some nude bras. It is very short for a 30, it only stretches to 27.5 inches , so definitely size up. The band is very firm.
I normally wear a 28 , so it works okay for me.
Cup size seems to be pretty true. I normally wear 28GG or 30G.
Tops of the cup is stretch lace and cup height is only 6.75 inches which is great for my short roots.
Probably not great on tall roots or very full on top boobs.
Gore is taller than I like. With touching boobs, I have so little ... room for gore. Despite that, one wire does
tack, the other wire is slightly resting on breast tissue. I am very center full and this bra accommodates it quite
well. There is 1/2 inch elastic crisscrossed at the bottom of the gore on the reverse side, so it really grabs.
Straps adjust the entire length and are not too stretchy.
Shape is a natural understated look.
Not quite as up front and center as a Cleo. It looks quite smooth under a fitted red T-shirt. Might show more under a white or very light one.
Wires are pretty firm, close to Cleo.
I need a lot of immediate projection and this may be borderline since I do have some discomfort from the wires at the front. I don't have any orange in the glass issue though.
Wires are wide on me. I do better closer to 5"
Overall a nice, very sturdy bra with excellent lift for my heavy boobs. It is one of my better fitting ones. Still looking for the perfect fitting one though.
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Updated on Oct 27, 2016 Flag this
I've watched & unwatched this bra in my size on ebay a million times. There's so little information about it, so thank you for your review. Hows the immediate projection? That's my big ticket fit issue. I can deal with about anything else as long as there's depth at the wire.
lcl0706 I think the immediate projection is
good. That is an issue for me too. The pictures were taken with an extender adding about 1/2". It actually feels better without the extender. My comfortable under bust is 27.5 which is the stretched length. Either way, wires are staying in my IMF. Now that I've had it on for a couple of hours underwires area in front feels a little sore. Definitely will need to break it in before a full day wear.
That stretch lace might mean it actually works okay for FOT / tall-rooted people. ...Now I'm tempted to order it for Science. :P
Backlog from January continues...this was tied with Panache Clara as the best of the batch, but neither was a perfect fit for me. This one fit slightly better in some ways, and not in others. I liked the look of it better.
This bra has a stretch lace upper, which was nice, and it was light. The back was a bit tight for a 30, and felt closer to a 28. I had very minimal in cup quadding, which honestly, in retrospect, would probably not be there if I was in a larger cup. The problems with the bra and my fit, are the wrinkles near the gore, so not enough projection at the wire (again potentially remedied with a larger cup) and that I don't think I was getting much support from it. My boobs look droopy like they are too heavy and the bra said I give up. And I don't have super huge breasts!
It's still a pretty bra, and maybe I will try a different size one day and see if it fits any better.
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Updated on Nov 12, 2018 Flag this
It is really pretty from the front, but the side definitely looks like it doesn't support you as much as your other bras do. I like your description of the bras general attitude, too funny,
Betsy is beautiful but unfortunately I noticed on lil sis it's not very supportive and the side panel cuts in weirdly when you raise your arms, too.
It's a shame cause the stretch lace is quality (like Jasmine and Envy). The rest of the bra is meh though.
Yup. Beautiful but meh on support.
Yup, that bra was definitely way too small for you. Lol.
Would've been a very good nude for you.
You posting all your backloads of bras is making me feel badly for still not posting mine! Lmao. I still need a measure tape to measure them and myself.
Is this one of the ones your returned or do you still own it?
Don't feel bad LeProfessor as these are all almost a year old now. And I have obviously changed since and might even need a 30FF in it by now. But I don't think a bigger cup is going to solve the fact that it's a lazy bra and isn't really doing its job of holding the girls up...
The Lingerie Outlet (eBay seller) sent me this size by mistake. I had ordered 36FF which is what the hangtag says, but the bra itself is really a 32FF as the sewn-in label states. Dedicated bratabaser that I am, I still wanted to add the information before I return it.
Betsy has the same type of construction as Panache Jasmine, with side support panels and a stretch lace upper cup. The side panels and lower cups are a jacquard patterned soft knitwear and lined with firm tulle. It seems like it would provide excellent support and a rounded, centered shape with plenty of room for immediate projection ... and center fullness. Band is the same jacquard knitwear with very firm elastic and stretches to only a little over 29" before the wires begin to distort. I'd say it would fit like a 30G. The wires are firm but not harsh. 2 hooks spaced 3/4" apart provide a secure closure.
I'm listing it briefly while I work out return shipping with the seller. If you would like it let me know right away.
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Updated on Jun 13, 2017 Flag this
Thanks for adding it!
Many of us sincerely appreciate your effort!!
yes, I think the band runs small. I have it in a 30 and it fits like a 28 which is my usual size.
It gives great lift and shape, but I don't find it all that comfortable and it ends up hurting in the front because it doesn't have quite enough immediate projection for me.
So, I've found an unlined bra that actually technically fits well! The band is small for a 30, shoulder straps are quite stretchy and comfortable, the wires are wide enough, and the cups don't wrinkle or dig in. (I assume the stretch lace at the top of the cup helps greatly) The nude color is a nice match to my skin tone, and the fabric has a subtle geometric pattern which I like. Unfortunately, the gore gores me, (they all do) and the fabric felt a bit itchy. I've never experienced this with a bra and, I wanted to scratch all day! Hopefully another wash or two will fix the itch.
Updated on Oct 11, 2016 Flag this
This bra was a STAPLE for me prior to my breast reduction. The band was a little tight, but extremely supportive, and the quality of the fabric was great. It's a sturdy, reliable bra that also happens to be really pretty. My only complaint was that the cups were too wide for my narrow breasts, but unfortunately for me, most cups are anyway. Of course, I can no longer wear it now that I've had my breast reduction, but I highly recommend it for anyone in a 32H.
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Updated on Sep 19, 2020 Flag this
Adding for measurements. I do not own this bra.
Four part cups, side support panel. Stretch lace on top. Band seems pretty tight. Cup runs small!
Black colorway
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Updated on Oct 29, 2018 Flag this
Thank you sooo much for adding these measurements! Charnos is definitely a brand we need for data for.
Got another coming in 30DD so will add that too :)
This is a lovely and underrated bra. It fits my short roots beautifully. The only fault in the fit is the underwires are just a bit too narrow for me. I also wish the straps were a tad wider. The bra is well made. The design on the lace is quit lovely. The cups and lace have about a half inch stretching capability, are well projected and the cup is double lined. I also owned this model when I was a 32H(us size), so speaking from a 30DD size and 32H, this bra is very supportive and very comfortable. (The 32HH has thicker straps). It is so far my favorite and best fitting bra.
Updated on Sep 21, 2018 Flag this
Prior to my weight loss and when I was breastfeeding I was a 32FF. It was my best fitting and most comfortable bra. I loved it so much, I now also own it in my new size. Sadly they don’t make this bra anymore, but if you have soft, “deflated”, “saggy”, breasts with short roots it’s worth trying to get your hands on it. For a plain nude bra, it still offers a touch of sexiness although it’s simple. The flower design in the lace at the top of the cup and at the gore is such a pretty touch. The bra itself fit so comfortably, and offered stellar support, giving my breasts a nice rounded perky appearance.
Updated on Sep 21, 2018 Flag this
This bra was not for me, but it did have some good things going for it, and seemed to be well made with soft materials.
First, the things that were good (for me and my close-set breasts with immediate projection and tall shallow roots): stretch lace at the top section of the cup - no cutting in or weird wrinkling on top, narrow gore that was pretty comfy, narrow wires.
Unfortunately, the bra just didn't give the kind of shape I prefer, it didn't really lift the breasts at all. They looked pretty saggy and sad to me (see the side shot), so I'm not keeping this one.
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Updated on Feb 23, 2018 Flag this
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Lovely....wish the gore was a bit shorter for you. Following you closely....when you find a short and narrow enough gore, it will be a great gore for me, too. Thanks for your review, photos, and measurements. :-) :-)