In my quest to try as many Masquerade bras as possible, I decided to give Delphi a try recently. Initially I stayed away from this bra because the reviews indicate that the fit is not super consistent and can be a bit tricky. Sadly, this didn't work out for me.

Based on the 2HC construction and measurements, I thought this would fit like a balconette version of Alice. Though some reviews indicated that the cup runs large, others said it is true to size, so instead of sizing down like I did in Alice to a 30D, I kept my normal sister size of 30DD for ... this bra. However, while the band works and feels decently TTS for a Masquerade 30 band, I had all sorts of problems with the cup, mostly due to the shape being a mismatch.

Delphi is a 2HC foam cup construction, and the outside of the cup is black mesh lined with opulent champagne couchwork embroidery of scrolls and flowers. The upper cup is straight, but the embroidered overlay has a scalloped edge. There's nothing to indicate from the measurements that the fit would be unusual, however the problem is that the wires on this bra are very firm. Thus the cups end up being extremely narrow and projected, and for that reason the wires cut into my side tissue and feel too short at the sides, while the cups gap horribly. Delphi is also cut with severe fullness right at the seam as well as a very vertically projected shape, so the lack of tissue here creates a visible pointy appearance. You need a lot of projected tissue to fill out these cups properly, and due to the narrow wires and open top, it is also designed for very FOT shapes. Note that the open top is relative to the wires, as it is definitely not an open half cup. The cup has a very projected center point that closes off again, but this is mostly concentrated at the center of the cup. As with most Masquerade foam cup bras, it is cut to be center-full.

The very open top compared to the wire width also makes the strap placement seem too wide on me, though they don't slip off. They just feel like the placement is a little bit off. The straps are made from tapered black satin, and only the back portion is adjustable. It is a firm and nice quality strap, but the comfort level may vary compared to a full elastic strap. Other than this, the rest of the construction and fit is pretty standard for Masquerade bras, as it has a satin band on this style that fits similarly to their other styles. The only decoration is a two-toned center gore bow.

This is a beautiful bra, but it requires a very specific shape to work. This is designed for narrow, extremely projected, center-full shapes. Depending on your size you may want to size down in the cup, but ultimately you need to be the right shape for Delphi as the fit is not very universal.
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Updated on Jun 04, 2020 Flag this

I think the cups of this bra come up slightly big because I am definitely a 30DD in other Masquerade bras, such as the Arquette and Orla.The band, however, seems true to size. I think the bra may be more suitable for more full on top and rounded shapes, as the top of the cup has the most empty space and my conical breasts were probably also a reason why I did not fill the bra out. The material of the straps is very comfortable and adds a touch of luxury but I think that the tapered shape towards the shoulders is unnecessary and impractical. Overall, it is a bra I would keep if it came close to fitting but unfortunately it does not, therefore I will be listing it.

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Updated on Jun 17, 2014 Flag this

Before ordering this bra I've read a lot of reviews saying that Delphi runs big in the cups. As this kind of rumours are often confirmed on by boobs, I decided to try it in 30DD instead if my usual 30E.

The band - is not very stretchy, a little loose but it keeps well fastened on the loosest hook. It's not as wide is I like, that's why I can't wear this bra very often.
The cups - they run a little bigger indeed, but not an entire cup size. These cups are a little bit too small, but I'm convinced, that 30E would be too big. Some days ... the center gore doesn't lay flat against the sternum.
The straps - they are very beautiful, the front part is unstretchy, made of a wide soft satin fabric. They tend to slide off my shoulders.

What I don't appreciate in Masquerade bras are the thin satin bands. They are sure very beautiful, but not very comfortable for wearing it everyday. That's why this is on my bras for special occasions. The quality is great and the apperance matches perfectly my aesthetic taste though.
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Updated on Jul 19, 2013 Flag this

I loved this bra when I first got it. The band was tight and the straps are very soft and comfortable. But for me the wires didn't seem wide enough. It also gave me an unpleasant pointy shape in most shirts. The bra is so beautiful, I wish it would have worked for me. The straps are also wide-set and would fall down all the time on me. If the wires went further into the armpit, it would be a great bra for me. I like this brand and style but the shape of the bra was unflattering.

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Updated on Oct 19, 2012 Flag this

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