Underwired version of Caitlyn 8033
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This bra is discontinued.
If you're looking for extreme coverage then this is the bra. I really dislike this bra, aside from the fact it is the incorrect size for me. This bra is made for functionality not style that's for sure. I dislike how far up the sides it comes on me. The fabric is comfortable and it seems Elomi did try to make it look pretty by adding a sheer mesh at the top of the cup. I would never, ever buy this bra again even if it were in my right size.
Updated on Mar 09, 2014 Flag this
Great bra all throughout my weightloss. Have owned at least 8 of these, if not more ranging in size up to 42G. Great comfy bra.
Updated on Feb 27, 2014 Flag this
One of my standby bras all throughout my weight journey. Biggest I had was a 42G I think. Have owned at least 8 of these over the last 5 years or so in a range of sizes. This one is a little worn out, needs to be replaced. They cup is a little small, and I tried on a 34G, but the cup was too big! They didn't have a 34FF for me to try, that's next on my list. I sewed in a bra extender to tighten the band because it's stretched out.
Updated on Feb 27, 2014 Flag this
Caitlyn 34j, grape AW13
pros
+ very comfortable AND supportive
+ soft and smooth fabric
+ strong wires
+ padded wire channels
+ comes in pretty colors
cons
- very very wide wires
- band feels a bit loose, wearing it on tightest setting (I'd prefer a 32 band)
- fabric comes up very high, no bra for low cut tops
- gore is a bit wide... does float about 0.5cm away on top but that's because my boobs are very close set.
I really like this bra! It used to fit me best when I was carrying a few extra pounds. Now I feel that the band is a bit too big and there is some slight ... gaping on top where the cups meet the straps. The wires are like all Elomi wires much too wide on me! There is about 1.5-2cm empty fabric on the side. Despite those issues it's still a very supportive bra. It's also one of the most comfortable bras I've ever tried. It supports me when I am active but I can also take a nap in it without any discomfort. I could even use it as a sleep bra, I think. I barely feel the wires! The shoulder straps are wide and fully adjustable. The shape is okay, not pointy but also not very uplifted. It makes boobs look more wide from the front and less projected from the side.
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Updated on Feb 09, 2014 Flag this
Pros:
-Comfortable, nice material makes it a terrific everyday bra
-Decent shape
-Big, generous deep cups
-Very supportive
Cons:
-Straps are kind of rough around the edges, they could definitely do with being wider and/or padded
-Band seems stretchy
Cons for me:
-Underwire digs into my ribs a bit. May be because of too large of band
I really like these bras. I have bought several in differing sizes and I always return to it because it's so comfortable to wear even in the wrong size! And it's very supportive. I feel like my girls aren't going anywhere. However, the band rides up a bit in the back for me, I have gaps between the top ... of the breast and the straps, and tightening the straps to eliminate the gap makes the whole bra really tight, so tight it's like trying to put on a 30 band on me (my underbust is 31 inches).
Yet it still rides up. So I think this bra would work better for me in a 32KK but elomi unfortunately does not go up that high. I doubt it would fix the gap and the underwires adding uncomfortable pressure to me may or may not be fixed by this. My breasts are also too close together for this bra for it to ever sit on my sternum I've learned now. Still, it's silky and comfortable and provides a sturdy, decent, if slightly pointed shape so I will still wear this until I find something better.
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Updated on Jan 19, 2014 Flag this
Incredibly comfortable and supportive. Band stretches out fairly quickly, but it's also one or two cup sizes too small (which makes the fit even worse on a tighter setting). Nice color choices--I own it in purple and burgundy.
Updated on Jan 17, 2014 Flag this
It will take me a little while to adjust to the wires since I haven't worn wires ever for more than a couple hours. It feels smooth and very lovely against my skin. The color is all right for a nude bra. The lift and separation is amazing.
Updated on Dec 28, 2013 Flag this
Pros: Super comfortable, I can wear it for 18+ hours without it getting uncomfortable.
Cons: It peeps over most of my blouses and camisoles, so I have to be very careful what I wear over it
It seemed to stretch out pretty quickly, I've gone from wearing it on the outer hooks to the inner ones in six months. My band size hasn't changed.
The cups don't fit at all anymore, but that doesn't seem to be the bra. I replaced it today and was down to a 36HH.
Updated on Nov 30, 2013 Flag this
I own the same bra in 42dd. Since it measures almost the same and fits almost the same, here is the same review I entered for the other bra.
This bra is pure quality. It came without so much as a loose thread, and the finish of the lace, seams, etc is perfect. I have been wearing it semi-regularly for about a month with no stretching issues and it is very comfortable. I read another comment somewhere about how this bra gives the commenter a little bit of a conical shape. I can understand that with the side sling compressing the side breast tissue somewhat and thereby projecting it ... a little. As a man, I like this, because it helps me fill out the cups in a more natural fashion. This bra is excellent.
The only difference between the two bras seems to be that the wires on the 42e reach a little further back, and so capture a little more tissue under the arm. Otherwise, the fit is almost exactly the same. I love this bra. The site says it doesn't fit because it wrinkles a little on top, but this is because as a man, I am not blessed with as much breast tissue as you women, so almost any bra will wrinkle on top for me. The bottom fills out perfectly.
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Updated on Nov 15, 2013 Flag this
This bra is pure quality. It came without so much as a loose thread, and the finish of the lace, seams, etc is perfect. I have been wearing it semi-regularly for about a month with no stretching issues and it is very comfortable. I read another comment somewhere about how this bra gives the commenter a little bit of a conical shape. I can understand that with the side sling compressing the side breast tissue somewhat and thereby projecting it a little. As a man, I like this, because it helps me fill out the cups in a more natural fashion. This bra is excellent.
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Updated on Nov 14, 2013 Flag this
I added measurements, but this bra has been worn in tandem with only one other bra for several months. So this is probably a little more stretched out than by default.