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Pl Bella (192)
AW2011 - Padded plunge bra with a brown lace on top of a pink base
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This is my first EM. I bought in on bratabase using solely the provided measurements to determine the fit (the measurements were very close to those of my 32HH - Panache ยป Jasmine Balconnet Bra (6951) ).
Well, I have to say that my first attempt at EM was a flop. The bra feels bulky, has a strange lift to it - pushes the breasts up, but not the bottom of them, if that makes any sense; there's gaping space on the top of the cups by the straps (especially on the left side); not much side-support, so my soft breasts extend to the sides past ... my torso.
The bra gives my breasts (looking from the top) a square shape; with little-to-none space between the breasts, they form something like a sloped tray lol.
Overall, I think the cups are too wide, hence the odd shape.
Going down is cup size is not an option, as my right breast is already about to spill over in the middle.
This may be just the wrong EM model - any advice on what would fit better?
My breasts are very inner-full, high-set, narrow, and soft.
Thank you!
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Also, I meant to add that the newer padded styles come with removable pad inserts to correct asymmetry. They are very helpful because if you do have some gaping in one size and you don't in the other, you can just put one of the pads in (or add them both for added "oompf", or take them both out if you need more room, etc.)
I also forgot to mention that I think the fit of EM bras has improved greatly since when PL Bella was made.
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Thank you so much, BumbleBean ! This is most helpful. I will make sure to browse your pictures for good fits :).
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I also noticed an EM 70K listed for sale which seemed about the same size as my 70J by measurements, so I do wonder if they changed the models some
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I'm keeping this bra even though the band is a little large. I may add measurements for when I am a bit water-logged, as I think it will actually work quite well for that time of month... It doesn't ride up right away. I have a slight gap at the top of the cup, and if I tighten the straps, the cup fits perfectly. However, that is when the back rides up and straps dig in a bit, so in the future I will order an equivalent of 30 instead of 32/70 as recommended by EM's calculator. I love the height of the center! Many times plunges are ... a little low, and I kind of fall towards the middle creating evil quadra-boob. This one doesn't have that effect at all. The underwire length and placement is perfect for my shape. I am 5'3 and small-framed, so wires are often a little heavy-duty for my - body. These don't dig in anywhere. The details on the bra are beautiful. I didn't realize how pink and brown the bra was from Ewa's website - I think it looks a little brighter on their model. The straps are baby pink along with the ribbon details at the top of the cup and on the side, and the center bow is quite unique! The inside lining is pink cotton and amazingly comfortable. The cups are foam-lined, and add a bit of modesty (no extra bulk). It gives amazing lift and shape. The seams and ribbon across the top can be seen a little through clothing, but I could easily wear it under patterned tops or with a well-fitting cami.
I would like to order from EM again, but now I'm not sure if I'd need a 30HH or a 30J.
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Updated on Apr 10, 2012 Flag this
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Very, very tight band. Can barely fasten it. I am using an extender for now. Beautiful pink bra overlayed with brown lace and ruffles along the cup. Cup fits true to size.
Updated on Feb 06, 2013 Flag this
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This looked very different from how I thought! Not sure I like it! It's very girly: The base is pink (thought it would be more latte), and the ribons are soft pink and creped, and there are some foam-tassels in the middle. Too much for my taste. Since the size is a bit off (though the cups seem bigger on this one, than on the Pl Black), I don't think I will bother with getting it in another size.
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Updated on Jun 05, 2012 Flag this
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Bra is too small for me. I will blame myself - I did't measured myself in the proper way, the cups are too small. I think I would fit in size 34hh, my PL Purple it's too small as well.
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Updated on Apr 14, 2012 Flag this
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Wow, this bra gives the best shape I've Ever seen before! Uplift is amazing and I could tell even before I put it on that it would be comfortable. Very satisfied with my first Ewa Michalak bra =)
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PL Bella is a few years old as far as that particular model. I tried it long ago and also found it wasn't the greatest fit for me (and it fit small.) The PL shape in general does have wider wires (but moreso that they are half-circle shape instead of U shape.) The S style may work better for you then. It has more narrow, U-shaped wires and the shape is definitely uplifted from the bottom and the boobs are front and center.
If you are wearing 32HH, I would normally recommend 70J in Ewa Michalak for you (which is what I wear.....but I like a smaller/more compressed fit, so you may find 70JJ fits better.) I've found in padded styles I need a slightly different cup depth than what I need in unpadded styles as well.
I have tons of EM bras on my profile in that size range, and I try to take a lot of pictures (just be aware my weight/size has fluctuated over time, haha.) Feel free to look to see the difference in how the styles fit. It sounds like we are very similar in our fitting needs. My favorites are S and CHP for everyday wear, and PL for date night when I want to show some cleavage. :)