I have owned this bra and worn it regularly for a couple of years. I have lost a little weight (minimal change in breast-related measurements), which has improved the fit slightly. It is a little too small and shallow at the wire, but the projection is decent overall. The wires are narrower than a lot of bras in this size, though not as narrow as my Ewa Michalak bras. The gore twists slightly, though not enough to really cause discomfort. The gore now tacks pretty well, it used to be more of a soft tack. The band and straps have stretched a bit, but the straps initially were ... barely long enough when fully extended, so a bit of stretching is not a big deal. Otherwise, Mimi has held up quite well. Still looks lovely.

I have softer tissue and am deflated/very shallow up top, so no matter how I shove my tissue around, I never really get the super mounded, almost implant-like look. Mimi manages to give me a "higher", subtly mounded look. Near my period, I quad and explode out of it, even after losing weight.

My biggest complaint was and is the thick edge at the top. It causes a noticeable line regardless of how well the cup fits, both in and out of clothes. This is a bigger problem than the seams. If you are quadding at all, it is accentuated by the edge. The edge can also give the illusion that there is gapping (when looking from an angle or the side), simply because the bra seems so thick (I do not think the foam is actually as thick as it appears with the bound edge).

I also tried the 32G, it fit fairly well, but the edge made it seem bigger than it was. Since I was still losing weight, I decided to go with the smaller size. I think that the 32G was technically a better fit in some ways (at the time), despite appearances.

Caveats: I am full on bottom, somewhat soft-tissued, projected, slightly pendulous, close-set, inner fullness, need a lot of immediate projection. I have narrower roots. I am long-waisted and tall for a woman (5'8"). I have a smaller frame, am a bit deflated on top and have some looser skin. It is not super obvious, but likely affects fit slightly.
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Rose print colorway

Updated on Dec 24, 2019 Flag this

My shape: close set, center full, full on bottom, average/narrow width roots, tall shallow roots, semi soft tissue.

I have not worn this bra, this review is mostly from trying it on, not sure if I should keep this size, or size down one cup. However, I will say that this bra is such a surprise to me. I only ordered it because it was on sale and it had matching bottoms, so I figured why not! I also added measurements for the other two sizes I ordered: 30G - Cleo » Mimi Padded Balconnet Bra (8091) and 32F - Cleo ... » Mimi Padded Balconnet Bra (8091) .
It seems to be an anomaly to me compared to all the other Panache and Cleo bras I have tried in the past because the wires don't hurt and the band is quite stretchy.

The cup is a halfcup with three vertical seams, these seams don't show under a shirt and lay flat, but the top portion (I don't know what that's called) does stick out and shows under thin shirts and tops, this is the only negative (might be too big?). The cup height is at its limit for me since my breasts are FOB (6.1'" or 15.6 cm), but it still sort of works. The width is little bit wider than what I'd like (at 5.5" or 14 cm, and I have some empty space on the sides), the depth seems small at 9.2" or 23.4 cm, but sometimes I get the feeling it's just a little bit big. The wires did not move down much during my try-on and stay put in my IMF which is a plus.

The gore height is tall, but surprisingly doesn't bother me. The band feels stretchy and feels very comfy on loosest hooks on me. The straps are okay, not fully adjustable, I'm almost at the end of their length, so they fit okay to me. They feel more wide set than other bras I have, but they're not a problem for me.

I like the polka dot pattern and the color, very playful and not at all serious. Big change from all the other bras I have. I ordered the bottoms in a size M/12 UK and they're okay, but a little bit loose so I wonder if I could size down. You can see the measurements of the bottom when you click the pictures.

Overall, I really love the shape this bra gives me, lots of oomph and very rounded and uplifted, looks great under a T-shirt. However, I do wonder if I size down to a 30F will I get an even better shape since this bra seems a little big when my breasts are at their smallest. Like it feels like my breasts "settle in" a bit and it there's gapping at the top. Do I try a smaller cup? Or will be a shape mismatch (too open up top for FOB breasts)? I appreciate any input you all might have since I'm very undecided about it!
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Spot Print colorway

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Updated on Aug 29, 2019 Flag this

Beautiful bra. Open on top, so could fit more shapes, but may gap a little for some. Fabric at top edges of underwires came frayed a bit.

Blue Polka Dot colorway

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Updated on Oct 04, 2018 Flag this

It seems to technically fit well. I fill the cups without overflowing, and the band is good. I think it needs to be broken in, though, because doesn't quite feel comfortable. I'll edit this review once I've worn and washed it a few times.

I heard this cut was similar to Comexim 3HCs (my best fitting bras), and I think that's true. This 28F is about equivalent to Comexim's 60H, I'd say.

I'm so glad Cleo released this rose print, because I was really interested in trying this bra back when the animal print was the only option, but I think animal print is absolutely hideous and have a ... personal policy against buying anything with it. This print, however, is more my style. It's kind of a cobalt blue with pink and bright green which is cute but not obnoxiously childish like some other Cleo patterns.

Edit: it did soften up after a wash or two and was a great fit! Sadly, I've grown out of it for now due to pregnancy - it gives massive quadding that is obvious even under loose shirts. I'll definitely be keeping this one for when I go back to my regular size, but for now, Mimi has to wait in my drawer. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_sad.gif" alt=":(" />
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Updated on Jan 27, 2018 Flag this

This is a great balconnet, it supports great and is great for Full on top. I don't usually like animal print but this bra is so pretty that I bought it. Now, fit wise, the gore does not tack on me but sits on my boobs. There is no space between them so I need a plunge but I will wear a balcony. The support is great, gives fab lift and it's comfortable. I was hesitant at first because my bombs are Heavy, and I have been wearing 1/4 thick t - shirt bras up to this. But, I liked it so I tried it. It has two seams and supports with excellence. I have my cleavage with it just like my other bras. I recommend Highly.

Blue Animal colorway

Updated on Dec 29, 2017 Flag this

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Finally, I have something approaching my size in the rose print Mimi! I was reccommend to try the Mimi by hurrrrrmione as it might suit my FOT shape, as the Panache Petra I was wearing is better for FOB....unfortunately I still get some quadding on my larger size, but it's a much better match for my shape and I'm keeping this for the moment. The print is beautiful, I get great Marie Antoinette cleavage and it's very comfortable (the band is pretty stretchy so it's best to size down if you're inbetween sizes). I have a Mimi in 30F leopard print (which is definitely too small) ... and the rose print version has much softer, silkier fabric covering the cups. The detailing is especially lovely - the delicate lime green trim is gorgeous and makes all the difference - it really enhances the look of the bra and elevates it to something quite special for this price point. The wires are a tiny bit too wide for me, but still a lot narrower than most, especially for UK lined styles. In short, it's a bit of a treasure, and I'm very happy to have it, even if it is slightly too small in the cups.
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Rose Print colorway

Updated on Oct 14, 2017 Flag this

This bra in the dotted version is oddly difficult to find, even though it's fairly new. I like the rose print Mimi and so was keen to try the blue dotted one. I have one of each in the same size and they are not identical in pattern pieces. This blue dotted Mimi is definitely taller in the cups than the rose print one. Sadly though, that's as far as the difference goes. The blue Mimi doesn't hold any more volume. To me it seems to be smaller than it should be and as they don't make HH cups I can't try the next size up (I'm already one sister size up from my ideal).
The rose Mimi, despite being a touch small, is comfortable to wear all day and hopefully this spotted one will be too, so I plan to keep it, but the size problem keeps it from being equal to the sadly discontinued flamingo print Darcy.

Blue Spot Print colorway

Updated on Jun 07, 2017 Flag this

This here is an EXCELLENT bra. I don't have the best history with half cups--they tend to gape on me--but this one is like magic. It's extremely round, has great projection, and even gives me cakes on a plate/marie antoinette cleavage, for the first time! If you like Polish half cups, get this bra!!

While the cups are perfect I do have a few problems with the rest of the bra--the straps are set so far apart they feel like they'll fall off my shoulders. The band is quite stretchy so I had to size down, but it gives me a big back roll. I wish Panache would take a note from CK and make 3-hook bands.

Some people have said the cups are tall but I find the opposite, they are actually the shortest cups I have measured in my size range at only 6".

The print on the cups is absolutely lovely and very modern. I do wish it continued onto the back. The whole of the bra is very soft.

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Updated on Oct 07, 2016 Flag this

I recently obtained this bra from a fellow bratabase friend, Sonya.
It arrived as described and packaged with care.

Unfortunately, it doesn't fit. My soft and asymmetric breasts are always a challenge! I thought about altering the straps, but I think I'd still have space on my smaller side. It's unfortunate because the gore and wires are perfect, although the band is a touch loose.

I’ll likely pass this along to my niece.

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Updated on Feb 27, 2024 Flag this

Overall fits meh, especially the center gore, especially the left side, pushes into my sternum and it hurts. Not sure if it's an individual bra problem. (Edit: yeah, exchanged for another 32DD. It was an individual product problem.)
The straps are longer than on the 30E, so they don't dig into my shoulders anymore. The band is on the looser side. Unfortunately, the Mimi didn't fit. It rides up too much for me. (Possibly from it being too narrow? Or was it the band? I'm not sure.)

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