Over the summer, I was looking for some bralettes for lounging in and for a little while when I got some chest/sternum pain when wearing my bras. Heat swelling? Costocondritis? Who knows. Anyway, I tried this bralette in 2 sizes...the 32F/G that I will be reviewing, and the 32D/E (one size smaller). It was among the first bralettes I had tried in the cup size scheme, as the aerie bralettes had been fails.
At the time, the 32F/G felt fine but it also felt a little bit big in the cups and band. The cups were generous and stretchy. So I tried it in the smaller cup range ...and it was a bit better fit, though still a bit loose in the band. At the time, there was no 30 band sizes offered, however, it is now offered in 30D/E.
I went to the store a few weeks ago when my mom and aunt were in town... I went to the store looking at sports bras while they were on a several hour long tour as part of the package they had. I forgot to ask about the bralette then, because I was curious about the fit now with the new growth I’ve had since last fall. So when I went in today to try an extender with the Jade plunge and ask about alterations to the Fit Fully Yours bra I recently acquired, I remembered to ask about this one.
To be honest, I think that I kinda pissed off the fitter because at a point in my visit her attitude was very “whatever” to me. Was she upset that I was already bra aware and knowledgeable and she did not have to teach me? I don’t know, but her attitude definitely shifted by the time I tried this and she kinda hung the bralette on the hook hard like leaving a room and closing the door a bit more forcefully. She was resentful that I was asking about bralettes because she didn’t like them and didn’t think that they should sell them and they offer no support, etc. And she also argued that the bralette I was trying on today was new and I couldn’t possibly have tried it on over the summer. I assure you that when I tried it on over the summer, this is the only bralette listed on the website and how I learned that it wasn’t offered in a 30 band at the time. It’s also the only one that is dual cup sized and I recall quite clearly the structure from when I tried it. I’ve since cleared the pics off my phone or I was looking in the wrong area for the pics I had of this bralette in both sizes.
Anyway, ranting over...
The fit of the 32F/G is better than it was over the summer and I don’t think that it would fit in the size down. I suspect that it might have been a newer production that is not so generous now, but also my size change. Funnily enough, while the band felt looser, it felt tighter than the 32s from the summer. So again, maybe new batches are better sized? New black dye? You can see how much I can pull the band back with it on the loosest hooks, but if I am lounging, a slightly looser band is ok. I looking for some minor support and comfort. I mean I really felt comfortable in this bralette. I do wish that it wasn’t so much coverage though. I think that it’s worth getting while I search for other options to try (like Cleo Lyzzy) but it’s also not my top bra buying priority unless I find a really good deal on it. I think $50 CAD is a little bit too steep still. But I can easily see myself in this with a light robe on over top or with some comfy lounging pants. Like I said, it’s maybe still a bit loose, but I think that it’s mostly that it’s tall and that I start loosing upper fullness well below the top of the cup of this. A size down might compress me too much. But it’s hard to tell without trying it out now in my current size. Read more 606 more words
It looks quite comfortable. Was it $50.00 cnd? If so, that's a decent price. Could you wear it out, was it supportive enough? ...Or more of a house bra?
Yes, it’s $50 CAD Wilderness1. It’s pretty comfy. A little more coverage than I am after but it is pretty good. It comes in a range of colours, but the 30 band is limited to D/E as the largest fit and reduced colours. The 32 I tried here was ok. Not super snug but snug enough for a lounging item.
This bra is a dream... I have waited so long to get this bra too. I ordered in July and just picked it up from the store yesterday. I don't want to take it off. It's a band and cup size up from what I usually wear because my size is just not available and fits great. I was surprised how well it fits, actually. I have a little gapping on my right, smaller side but not noticable or problematic. It encases everything and gives a but if a cone shape which is my natural shape. The band is bigger than I like but still fits. It's got silicon lining to help stay up and is a very firm and studry hold. Has a lace decor and crystal ornament that make me feel super cute and sexy in it.
I wanted to get a wire free bra because I've been feeling pretty uncomfortable with my usual wired bras in the summer heat and underboob sweat. I wore it today as I went out for a walk, doing groceries and I'll say it's very comfortable! Because it has no underwires, the cups don't separate and lift but gives more of a flattened rounded shape which for me is fine. In terms of support, for someone my size I think it's good, it's definitely enough for just walking around. One thing I noticed was at the end of the day when I was taking it off, the cups were creased at the bottom (especially the smaller side). It's possible the straps are a bit too long and it slid down, but in terms of wearability, I didn't feel it move and generally felt well supported while wearing it. If you're looking for a wire free bra, I think this is a good option.
I think it runs a little small, and the straps are quite long and set far apart. Might be worth trying a cup size up, and one may need something to hold up the straps if shoulders are sloped.
Worn on loosest hook. This is a better fit for me than its 30D sister, though still not quite right. Just as tiny bit of spillover at the top, but underwires are too narrow and cut into outer tissue.
Too large in band and too small in cup size for me. Worn on tightest hook, the band feels loose and I think is too stretchy for a bra. I am spilling over slightly at the top. The underwires are too narrow and cut into my outer tissue. The material is lovely and soft. Lightly lined, not enough padding to prevent show-through.
About me: Shallow, tall and narrow-to-average roots, even vertical fullness, close-set/outer full.
This is a bit of a placeholder listing so I won't be including full measurements. Montelle's bands run true to size. This style runs at least one cup size small.
Montelle introduced this style in 28C/D/E (UK DD) some time ago, and I was finally able to give it a try. Since it runs small in the cup, I tried 28D/E. Unfortunately, rather than fitting me better than my trusty 30C, it made the fit issues with this style a lot more obvious. The bottom of the cup was collapsing in on itself in both sizes, a classic wireless bra fit problem and a sign that this bra doesn't *really* work for my shape and firm tissue. I suspect it was designed for the much more common scenario of being FOB and having softer tissue, so if that's you and you're a small cup 26-28 band, you're in luck.
About me: Shallow, tall and narrow-average roots, even vertical fullness, close-set but extremely outer full so I don't look close-set at all.
UPDATE: OK, so it turns out this bra didn't fit after all. Rather, it was hiding a lot of problems due to being a sister size up; this became apparent after Montelle introduced the style in 28C-DD and I gave it a try. I would now recommend this bra to someone who is fuller on bottom and has softer tissue.
OLD REVIEW: This was my very first well-fit bra. The band is a little loose for me specifically because I'm on the low side of a 28 ...band, and that's caused me some hassles with upper body activity and mitigating muscle tension, but the rest of it fits perfectly. This is in part thanks to the cup running small, however, so keep that in mind. If you're a 30-42 band but otherwise have a lot in common with me, and perhaps even if you're wider set, you will probably find this bra very comfortable and easy to wear under most things. Read more 74 more words
I also have this bra in Riviera (blue). Both have been taking up space in my closet. Although comfortable, I have much better-fitting bras. I’m planning to donate this one soon.
Wow! I cannot believe how comfortable this bralette is. I read a recent post on ABTF comparing this bralette to the well-known Cosabella Curvy Sweety bralette. I ordered both.
I reviewed the Cosebella Sweety earlier today (before I returned it). In my opinion, THIS bralette is far superior. The straps are fully adjustable, it is sized by cups and has 4 rows of 3 clasps.
My breasts are separated and lifted in this bralette - as much as expected for a non-wired bra. And it is unbelievably comfortable! I shouldn't be surprised, as I've been wearing the wired Montelle Flirt as a lunge bra until now!
My photos & ...lighting don't do justice to this beautiful blue bra. By the way, it is NOT itchy. It's incredibly soft. There is a mesh lining on the inside of the cups, but the edges of the bra are also not irritating.
The only potential downside I see is when adjusting the strap length it became detached from the back of the bra. I had to remove the bra to reattach it. I'll add a photo.
Oh, it was on sale too! Even with shipping, it was less expensive than the *deal* I got on Amazon for the Cosabella. Read more 96 more words
This bra is not supportive, at least for my shape. The cups gap at the top, and the gore barely tacks. It's still quite comfortable. I wear it infrequently as a lounge/house bra and for running errands.
The inner mesh lining is soft. As much lace is present, it is not itchy or irritating.
I'm not sure if sizing down to my usual 28FF would make a significant improvement.
Beautiful and comfortable. I wish it fit me a better. It is unpadded but has stretch lace layered with a mesh backing. It has 1 vertical seam in each cup that goes about 4/5 of the way up. I think I needed one cup size up but the 28E gore seemed just slightly wider but just enough to make it uncomfortable (returned before I started using Bratabase) so I kept the 28D for comfort.
Overall this is comfortable, but I find that the support can be a bit better - the material is too stretchy I think for this up size. After walking outside all day, it doesn't feel that comfortable because there's too much bouncing for my liking.
I've had it for a week and it's the first bra that fits that I've ever owned. It's beautiful and comfortable. I bought this after being sized at a local boutique. I have found that the band is slightly stretchy, but that isn't a problem for me.
Overall I like this bra. It’s very pretty and the colour is a great nude shade for me. I do think the wires are a bit too short on the outside for my preference, I’m not falling out but there is a bit of tissue I would like to have tucked in. I also think that I might be a bit too close set and/or centre full for this bra, I do feel like I’m spilling out a bit in the middle. I’m not sure if going up a cup size would help with some of these issues or if that’s just the shape of the bra. I’m going to keep it anyway because I quite like it but I may try a 30F if I order from Montelle in the future.
Unfortunately, 30D is as large as this particular style goes with a 30 band size. I tried this size after the mishap at the store where they told me I needed a 32C in this style.
The gore floats ever so slightly and I quad at the top of the cup; the cups are too small. I haven't had to alter the straps and cut them down the way I did with the 32C. This bra does what it claims to - it gives a decent amount of push-up and lift. I sag due to tuberous breasts, so it's something I'm always seeking out.
It's extremely hard to find a push-up bra in my size that isn't covered with lace and looks smooth under a bodycon or form-fitting dress or leotard. I also have the smooth, rounded look (vs. pointed look) that I prefer. This bra is perfect for situations like those but I just wish this one would fit.
It looks comfy!! Thank you for sharing. :-)