This my 3rd 'Elegance Underwire Lace Bra (9845) from Glamorise. I think they've been my favorite bra for a few years now. And I am sad to say I think they have been discontinued! : ( That is why I ordered this off of ebay . I've checked around couldn't find any 40DD's except this grey/purple one.) (not my favorite color) So now I have 3 of them . My 1st one I bought around 2 years ago. It's white and is on it's last hooks and just about worn out. My 2nd one is nude and it's almost brand new. All 3 are in 40DD. ... The 9845 is a full coverage , cut and sew 3part cups that almost look lace but are really of a soft mesh material. They have the super padded 'Wonderwire' underwire which are so soft and comfy! The 4.5 inch side wing and 3 hook and back makes a sturdy band. This one is a grey-ish purple color(I guess they are calling it 'lilac') with pink bows on the gore and on the straps right above where they connect to the cups. Also the same pink color lace that runs across the upper cups. The straps measure just over 3/4" wide I love these bras! I got this one from a seller on ebay for $31 and free shipping and it only took 3 days to arrive! I'm really bummed that they are discontinued. I am gonna keep my eyes open for more of these bras in 40DD and I might even try a sister size of 42D OR 38DDD! Read more 174 more words
I liked the Glamorise bras I tried out! They just didn’t fit right unfortunately. Cups too wide. Really liked the construction though, so sturdy!
@dogmarwulfe, That's too bad they don't fit you. : ( Their @Wonderwire's are so comfortable and soft!
Yeah, the wonder wires are pretty great! I was very impressed with them. I’ve been wishing for quite some timeI could justify buying the model you’ve reviewed here. I just can’t though. I’m glad you’re getting to enjoy them though, and I’m sorry they are being discontinued. That sucks.
@dogmarwulfe, I saw on my blog where you said you were interested in @Rive Gauche bras. What size, I have 3 I think. Maybe I could give you one!
Aw, that’s so kind! I don’t find many people on here lately that wear my size. The 70H fits well, but I’d be up for trying 75G. I just think the Rive Gauche is such a comfy and beautiful bra.
@dogmarwulfe, I looked everywhere and all I can find is my nude @Rive Gauche 40DD. I could have sworn I had a kind of a maroon colored in 85F. It will probably turn up, but, those would be too big for you any way. : ( I'm very sorry! : )
No worries!!! If you ever come across a Rive Gauche in 70H or 75G I will absolutely buy it off you. <3
This is my 2nd Glamorise (9845) bra in 40DD. I got the 1st one a year and a half ago only in white. I bought this one because my 1st one has been heavily used and has worn out. So this one is a replacement, I have to say this style is my most favorite bra I've ever worn! Most supportive and comfortable bras and they give my boobs a round shape just how I like! The best thing about this purchase is that I won it from an ebay auction for $9 plus shipping of $8! What a score! I saved about $35! As for this bra, it is a 3-part all lace cup, cut and sew full coverage underwire bra. Very comfy underwire that they call the 'Wonderwire' which is padded underwire channels. My size ,40DD, has 3 hooks in the back, which I prefer over 2 hooks like a lot of bras have. I will definitely be buying more of these in the future!
This bra and the Satin and Lace Wonderwire bra = the best-looking Glamorise bras NOTABLE FEATURES: Wonderwire design element where the MEDIUM-SOFT underwires are encased in fabric; all-over stretch lace. COLOR: White, beige and 1 fashion color which I chose - lavender-tinted steel color with an orchid-colored trim.
SIZING: As somebody between 40DDD and 42DD, when I tried on 40F generously stretchy in the band and big in the cup. Which means the bra runs 1 size BIG in the band & cup [for avg/short roots and FOB shape].
I exchanged this bra for 40DD and IT FIT! Forgiving stretch lace materials + my soft tissue let me redistribute the reduction in ...cup volume such that I lose the gaping at the top of cups but mostly maintain the projection I need. The cups were TALL, a full cup both in coverage and in the T seam pattern and 3-piece construction.
COMFORT: Having grown used to being trussed up in Panache wires, I hardly notice these softer (plastic?), encased wires. The cup are 2-ply - an inner layer of powermesh on the inside and stretch lace on the outside; it can get itchy. I recommend a hand wash and direct application of undiluted fabric softener, i.e unscented Downy, to the cups to prevent potential discomfort.
=> Not an optimal sleep bra but a SOLID LOUNGE BRA.
I ordered this sports bra in 40DD but it is too small to hook up and barely got it closed on the loosest hooks fastening it turned around backward. Then pulling it around forward very difficultly. Very painful and difficult getting my boobs into the cups. So I did manage to get it on and I can honestly tell you it is well made and sturdy. I am going to return it for the "sister size " of 42D. Btw, I love love love the orange and pink colorway https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />! I hope the 42D comes in those colors too! Almost forgot to add, this bra has an adjustable outer panel for custom comfort and control! Magiclift criss-cross design on the inner bra provides superior support. So you can adjust how much "bounce" the cups will allow. Fully adjustable with hooks on the outside front of the bra.
I am really pleased with my "Elegance Lace underwire " bra. I think it's perfect for me! Full coverage. Nice round shape, totally comfy, well supported with 3 part cut-and-sew cups that are made from this see-through, stretchy, trellis patterned mesh. My bra is all white except the upper cups are trimmed with pink lace and a pink bow in the middle. This style of Glamorise bra comes with what they call "Wonderwire" , that is that the underwire is wrapped in a cushion material making it softer. I bought mine in size 40DD and has a leotard back with 3 hooks and sturdy 3/4 inch elastic straps.
The band fits. The cups are more for top heavy breasts, which, mine are not. It's ok as far as comfort, I just don't feel secure. If I were to lean forward, I believe I would fall out.
I liked the Glamorise bras I tried out! They just didn’t fit right unfortunately. Cups too wide. Really liked the construction though, so sturdy!