I bought this NWT Natori Feathers bra from eBay seller dressbetterforless. They are selling tons of NWT Natori items, so purchase carefully!
It arrived with a fake tag - I've documented pictures of it here! It wasnt enough that the tag has two holes in it and a red plastic tag - clearly reattached to the bra, they also put the Natori logo in the wrong font. The tag describes a racerback bra instead of the Feathers and has typos.
The bra itself seems to be in new condition. I can't be sure if it is fake or not. The lace begins and ends in different places than on my ...32DD red Feathers, but looking at other user photos this seems to vary a lot. The hardware on this bra is gold while my 32DD has silver hardware. I'm not sure if this is normal variation or something that Natori changed one season. They seem alike otherwise.
Soo.. super sketchy. The store has a few negative reviews, but over 2000 positive ones so I didn't check before buying. One user reports getting a dingy used bra with the fake tag attached.. yikes! I never really thought about fake or sketchy bra sellers - at least in this price range - it seems too niche.
We will see how this refund goes, wanted to give you all a warning to watch out for this seller
My main question is why?? I'm would likely buy this bra NWOT as many eBay sellers list them and not had any problems, but there's no way I'm letting this scummy seller keep my money Read more 156 more words
Wowwww. I too never imagined the possibility of bra fakes! Especially inexpensive bras being faked. Keep us updated, annabellynn and good luck with the refund!
Takes a bit, but I got a refund!
The seller encourages you to email them outside of ebay for returns saying they don't want their ratings hurt. Ha, no thanks! They go by another name - starlightstuffs and try to redirect you to that website.
I hate that eBay seems to let these things slide. The seller is just gonna pass the Natori on to the next poor buyer and keep selling many more like it .. I know the rules are in place to protect sellers from false claims and buyers wanting to get free stuff, but come on! Maybe with enough cases they will be banned.
are there any legit sellers of authentic natori bras on ebay?
This bra has zero support. The mesh is super stretchy, will work on very shallow and firm breasts. A good bra for smaller sizes that are shallow that want an unpadded bra. Very sheer. Band is a little loose, I would wear it on the second hook, so size down in the band if you like them snug/firm.
It sounds like it might work for me (or in grand Natori feathers tradition, be accommodating enough to hide minor fit issues). Great!
Wait, it kind of sounds like they just took the molded bit out of the cup. Is that inaccurate?
um, i'm not sure, i thought that also, i would need a 32DD in the contour, but the 32D wires "fit" sort of, so I'd say go a cup size down in cup as well.
i already returned the bra because it fit me so horribly, haha ;)
The embroidery on that band is so pretty!
Are there NO seams in that cup at all, just the side sling? That's... different.
It looks so pretty! Maybe they should´ve unlined it with some firmer fabric for more support :-/
yep, no seams at all on the cups, just molded mesh fabric. yeah, a firmer mesh in general would have been ideal, even with the band as tight as it goes and shoulder straps tight, still zero support and so surprisingly shallow... :/
I've found that all the Natori styles I've tried (or tried on) have super stretchy bands, additionally, as far as shallowness, the only two styles I own are the least shallow of their t-shirt styles. I've tried a couple others and the lack of room for my boobs in the bottom of the cups was surprising. There was so little room that I was quadding, with overflow at the top and on the sides. Needless to say I left those in the dressing room. :P It was just so weird how different the fit was compared to the ones I have!
Great info, Laurizle! I actually need a 40C, and this bra only goes to 38 band. But if I can size down, perfect. And if the cup size needs to be sized down, I won't have to sister size, so 38C should work. I am always on the lookout for bras that fit shallow breasts. Thanks!
I, too, am a 40C, who can wear some 38C's . Mine are shallow and firm, and the loose band is perfect for me. Thanks for the tip and the advice.
The 30DDD - Natori » Gravity (752201) is an inseparable two-layer sports bra that excels in support and control. The first layer is much like a regular t-shirt bra: It has smooth, thinly padded (1/8" thick), underwired cups with some elastic edging. The second layer is on top of/ on the outside of the first. It's the part one sees from the outside and is much like a regular sports bra in appearance and construction.
The 5" wings are made of soft polyester and Lycra spandex. They have cute mesh inserts that allow for some ventilation. At the bottom of the wings, the wide sewn-on elastic underband ...results in a flattering look and a comfortable feel. The top has a thin sewn-on elastic edging that works well for its purposes. There is no side boning. In the 30DDD, the bra has a 2-row, 3-column hook and eye closure with dyed-to-match metal hardware.
The straps are interesting. The dual front straps include one strap that is attached to the contour/t-shirt bra (first layer) and the second strap is attached to the sports-bra-like outer layer (in other words, the second layer). These front straps have minimal stretching so as to provide more support. The dual strap front eventually connects to a thick, single, stretchy elastic strap on each side. These single elastic straps are adjustable with coated and dyed-to-match metal hardware.
Overall, I enjoy this bra for running and working out. I have tall and wide roots, average projection, even all over. For me personally, it doesn't seem to do much more than any other high impact sports bra but it's very soft and wicks moisture well. This is in addition to having an adjustable back that comes in all sorts of sizes -- like 30DDD for example. That being said, I still experience movement at times which bothers me. However, I have yet to find a sports bra where I don't have at least some movement. So if you're looking for a pretty, quality-constructed, more customizable sports bra, I would say the Natori Gravity isn't a bad place to start. Read more 240 more words
First impressions: I love it. It provides a nice lift without being over the top. I have wide set,short roots, shallow, tuberous, full on bottom breasts. It's difficult to find a bra that fits well but it also flattering. It's also super comfortable and I don't find that the lace is itchy or uncomfortable.
Hallelujah, I've found my holy grail everyday wear bra!!! Thank you sooo much reddit and bratabase - I'm forever indebted to you!!! I have shallow, FOB, wide-set breasts and for years wore 34B bras. Then I got fitted at Victoria's Secret and life improved when I started wearing 32C, but even so, I still had that horrible gaping problem often enough that I started researching online and discovered that I'm actually a 30C/30D!!! I got fitted in a wonderful boutique lingerie store where the sales associate suggested that I try the Natori Feathers bra, and I couldn't believe that a plunge bra with such light padding gave me SO ...MUCH cleavage and it didn't gape at all!! The 30C fit ok, but gave me slight quadboob after it settled from scooping/swooping. The 30D fits better, but when my body is in certain positions, it does accentuate my armpit fat (I'm not sure what's the proper term for that) a bit with the first few wears. Regardless, I'll gladly accept that problem since it stretches out over time and because everything else about this bra is amazing!! I bought a few of them for super cheap on eBay and they are the bras I wear the most. I just wish that there was a push-up strapless version of this bra so I could wear with my low-cut/strapless outfits. The only other problem is finding my right size in other brands since I have been using this as my benchmark and it tends to run a bit small. I've been dying to get a freya moulded cup bra, and I've been debating whether to try 28DD or 28D. Any advice is gladly welcome! Read more 172 more words
I don't recommend Freya bras. If VS and Natori fit your shape, go with Aerie, b.tempt'd, Betsey Johnson, and Thirdlove in 30D.
Maybe the b.tempt'd b.wow'd bra would be good - it has lots of padding and convertible straps. Not sure about strapless bras though
It's not. In fact it's the one I would not recommend out of all the b.tempt'd styles. It's not great for FOB types. If you're sure of your FOB shape go for the Aerie Blakely, Bridget, and Hannah. Thirdlove Plunge Perfect is also a good one.
^Thirdlove's Plunge Perfect is supposed to be a Natori Feathers clone I think. They're discontinuing it though. The last few sizes are on sale on Thirdlove's website.
I have shallow and wide boobs, and while this is an ~ok fit, I have tried on enough different styles to know this one is not worth keeping.
Pros: The band is quite firm for a 30. Most of the time, I have to wear 30s on the tightest hook when new - this one would fit someone who measures for a 28. Also, it is very pretty as a potential t-shirt bra, as it is smooth under clothes (though the yellow is more canary/mustard than I expected from the Nordstrom photo, which made it look more chartreuse).
The main reason I will not be keeping it is because the countoured cups slightly cut into my breast tissue, giving minor quad-boob. This is evident when the mesh/lace is pulled down. I am not terribly surprised, given that it's a moulded one-piece cup, and with my very shallow shape, I do best with cups that have 2 vertical seams.
I wasn't going to buy any bras today but I've been lusting after a Natori Feathers forever and when I saw this baby at Nordstrom in 30C (one of maybe like 4 bras available in 30 backs?) I had to try it. And then I absolutely had to splurge on it because IT FITS MEEEEEE~
The band runs tight, not quite a 28 but tight enough that I think I can get away with wearing it on the loosest hooks for now. The cups are lined and soft and seem flexible enough to fit just about anybody. The lining ends very close to the edge of my nipple but ...the mesh part covers everything just fine.
Plunge bras are usually a quadra-nightmare for me but this one is sooooo comfortable. I'm starting to think that my boobs must be close set because the wires on most of my bras are usually sitting on breast tissue at the centre gore, something I've only recently noticed (and need to update on other reviews). So I appreciate that the Feathers doesn't have any stabby wires there.
Despite the label explaining that this bra is meant for high-impact exercise, it failed the high impact bounce test for me. This would be a good bra for low intensity workout. And Yoga.
For a 32 the band is quite tight. As a matter of fact, it only stretches out to 77cm and that was pushing it to the limit. It wouldn't budge past that. So it feels more like a 30 to me.
The molded cups sort of fit. The gore doesn't tack (my guess is because it is too shallow for me), but curiously, the gores never tack for me in sports bras. Not Freya Sonic, not Panache, and ...not this one either. I wonder why that is. The wires are also extremely flimsy, and very very wide (around 17.5cm wide in this size).
With all that being said, it might look like everything I'm writing is negative, but I assure you I am actually pretty satisfied with how this bra fits. Out of all encapsulation sports bras I tried, this one definitely fits the best. And the bra is very comfy-- the only issue I have is the black trim on the gore sometimes bends for me.
I love the straps on this. They're not adjusted the normal slider way but with a hook. So you can detach the hook and make it into a crossover as well. So much nicer than it being a J-hook (I hate the J-hook).
The gore might not tack because it is too wide. It really looks like an exact duplicate of Panache Sport.
Yes it does! I will say that I tried the Panache in a completely wrong size (32F) so probably the majority of fit issues (including the floating gore) could have been caused by too small cup. The wires were alright in that one, not too wide. This one the wires are insanely wide, but it is a cup larger than the Panache.
I have this exact bra in a different size. I agree with everything in your review, except that I'm pretty sure mine tacks (haven't worn it in a while). It definiately is not a bounce-friendly sports bra.... I wear mine for doing weights or yoga. And yes.. the wires sure are wide!
It looks like a good fit, and if it serves the purpose with out pain, it's a win. :-D I think your review (and all of them you write in general) are very thorough and informative, which is so nice. Plus they always have photos & measurements so I'm always happy to see your reviews posted since they have everything I *love* to see: numerical data, informational data, and visual data!!! Did I mention how much I love data? ;-)
Wilderness1 Tell me your secret if it tacks. It literally feels like I'll never get a sports bra to tack lol.
MamaPagan I used to review books for a job (a lot) and I was pretty critical in my reviews (tbh looking back at it, I was pretty harsh, which I regret) so I would usually write pages long thorough reviews. It's something I find I do for bras as well (to a lesser extent--really I do it for whatever I review) and I often wonder if I should maybe cut it down a little bit cause it's 'just a bra'. I really fight the urge to just keep rambling on and on about a bra haha.
Ramble on please! Each person on here is searching for a different aspect of fit or detail, so I feel that the more information the better it is. Too much is never enough, haha. It's easy to skim over the details that aren't pertinent to the individual, but for someone desiring an omited detail, they can't just read between the lines to get that info, and often won't ask, especially if time has past. So extra details given are wonderful for all, including future members too! :-)
brasaremean I can get the Panache gore to tack if I turn it sideways! Does that count? :)
At this point it does!
My theory is that for a tight nice fit a sports bra asks for, its necessary to have a tight fitting band but the band stretches out the wires and warps them inwards at the botton and that makes them move away from the body on top=floating.
Physics or something.
brasaremean Are you opposed to wireless sports bras? I really liked the unwired Panache Sport. It is more closed on top so it might cut into your roots if too small though.
I wouldn't mind unwired tho I'd prefer wired. Everything cuts in my tall roots so eh. I was also thinking of trying Chantelle High Impact Convertible Sports Bra (2941) but it looks like just another variation of Panache one...
I can confirm the Chantelle sports bra is pretty much a clone of the Panache one. Same type of material and everything. I have a 34G (US size, so 34:7) that measures pretty close to the Bratabase measurements of the Panache's 32G.
I can never get the gores to tack either on sports bras because of how wide they are.
That sucks Sheena The search continues
With some loss of volume the gore now tacks, so I suppose it was a tiny bit small in the cup. This bra overall fits really well now, though I will say it still isn't very high impact sports bra.
I can also confirm that the Chantelle is a close dupe of the Panache but it’s a teensy bit different, I think.
This is the most comfortable bra I've ever worn!! It has fantastic support despite seamless foam construction and some stretch material. It gives a very nice, rounded shape, even to my poor deflated mom-boobs. The foam is just thick enough to prevent headlights but thin enough to look natural.
My shape: slightly shallow teardrop/FOB with super wide/tall roots and very close-set tissue in the middle
This review is for the black colorway.
This is a fantastically comfortable bra. It is lightweight and breathable, so great for summer, and it absolutely disappears under even the slinkiest of blouses. If they have your size, get it. You will not regret it.
I will definitely say this is a practical bra for me, because I do not really care for the stained-glass-window deal that bra makers love to use for many DD+ bras, but everything else about it makes up for that. I often have problems with underwires poking me in the boob ...at the sternum, but the center gore is definitely low enough that it is no issue. I am pleased with the coverage I get in spite of it being a plunge bra, and I like that it isn't really padded because sometimes you just want to wear a regular dang bra already. As far as shape goes, well, it is a pretty natural shape for me, with a tiny bit of lift and some nipple discretion from the padding, so it basically looks like I am not wearing a bra at all - and THAT, my friends, is the mark of a top-notch bra. So in spite of the funny sheer triangle on top of the cups, I will still say that I am in love. Definitely worth every penny.
6 month update (more like 8 months): The mesh band has stretched out a lot, more than I would have hoped for the price considering I haven't had it even a year, but it is still good on the tightest set of hooks. I will have to look into taking it in within the next few months, though.
I also have problems with the Orange-in-a-Glass effect a lot, and this bra is no exception, meaning I am a little to FOB for it. The wrinkles at the base of the cup are pretty definite when the bra is not being worn, but they disappear, more or less, when I put it on, and you can't tell at all under clothes.
Overall, I would still say it was a worthwhile purchase. I have worn it as a daily bra and often to work (where I should probably be wearing a sports bra, on account of physical labor, but I don't have one), and it's held up nicely. Read more 293 more words
This is the best fit I have found so far. The gore lies flat, the band doesn't ride up, and it's very comfortable. The cups are a little too wide, and there is empty space near the outer edge of the underwire. However, in the next cup size down (a 30DD), the underwire sits on top of breast tissue near the outer edge. There seems to be a large difference in cup size between the 30DD and 30DDD, although all the cups seem to run small for their size. The bra is lovely though, with very light moulding under mesh.
This is technically a 32:7, but sports bras seem to always run tight in the band and large in the cup, at least in my experience. For reference, I'm around a 30:9 right now, and this bra is pretty comfortable. The band only stretches to 30.5 inches, which is perfect for me.
Some nice features it has: low gore, half-adjustable but convertible straps, and soft padding around the wires.
I have yet to actually work out in it, but when I jump there's no bounce at all, so I think it's going to work out great.
My only complaints would be the bottom of the cups collapsing in (which is mostly fixed simply by tightening the straps and converting to racerback) and the bottom of the band scrunching up. It does this even when the bra is off, but especially when I'm wearing it and my pregnancy belly pushes on it. That's really just a cosmetic issue, though.
I'm looking for a good strapless bra, and I love the regular Natori Feathers bra. Surely the strapless Feathers would at least kind of, somewhat fit? Ha! Ha ha ha HA! No. The band is okay; I usually wear a 30 but the 32 was fine in this bra, both snug enough and stretchy enough. The cup volume was more or less okay, but the shape is ridiculous on me: the cups are too tall and way too closed on top for my tall roots, so even with my small shallow boobs there's tissue folding over on top. Good for entertainment value only; once I stop laughing I guess I have to keep looking for a strapless thing that fits.
I was quite happy to find that this bra is extremely comfortable. It provides a nice round smooth shape under clothing. The straps are fully adjustable, but I think it would have provided a little more stability had the elastic been a little wider. I also find the center of the cups very open and my bigger breast tends to wiggle towards the center as the day goes on. So for someone with a lot of natural center fullness this might not be for you. Overall I'm very happy with my purchase and I only spent $19 for this bra at Nordstrom Rack.
This is a beautiful bra by @Natori. I feel so sexy in this bra. It's comfortable, sexy, lacy, and fits like a dream. After a while, my breasts will fall a little towards the gore but it's still a wonderful bra.
Very comfortable fit. The lace is not itchy, and it stretches well. My only problem with this bra is that the cup attaches to the strap VERY high, so it will not be wearable under certain shirts. The plunge is nice, and the cups are supportive while the liner feels like the most comfortable tshirt you've ever worn.
Super flattering! This is probably my best-fitting bra to date. The band is a comfortable length. I have owned it for about two weeks and am currently wearing on the outermost hooks. I am 15 months post-partum and still nursing my son several times daily. The cups fit best when I am at my fullest. When I am not full of milk, there is some wrinkling in the lacy mesh part at top. The wires are wide enough to not dig into the edge of my breast, but outer edges of the cups dig into my armpit. The gore is a great width for my natural breast separation. The cups are lightly lined, but not padded. Plungy enough to wear with v-neck shirts, and easy enough to slip aside the cup for occasional brief nursing.
This is a LOVELY bra. It is a wonderful fit for wide root breasts that tend to be on the shallow side. It gives a nice rounded smooth shape and is very comfortable. I tend to be very sensitive to my clothes being too tight or restrictive and I have no issues with the bra. The strap detail is nice - the lace is soft and not scratchy at all and looks great under camisoles or if the strap happens to peak out from any top. Unfortunately, I have been going through some hormonal fluctuations recently, which caused me to loose a whole cup size in less than ...a month. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_sad.gif" alt=":(" /> This bra fit me perfectly a month ago when I bought it and I wore it less than five times. I only wish I could still fill out the cup of this bra, but now theres quite a big gap at the top. I have listed this bra and hope someone will be able to use and love it like I was hoping to. Read more 73 more words
Wow! Natori does it again https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> I think I just found my new fav bra!! This thing is amazingly comfortable and adorable! I LOVE the colors, the pink and lavender overlaying each other. Too cute. And it's like I'm not even wearing a bra! So lightweight.
This bra is like a jazzed up version of the Feathers. Same cut, same style, but THIS one has 3 rows of hooks....YAY!!!! That's always a major selling point for me. I just wish the band was a bit tighter, or that they made this in a 28G! But it's still def wearable. And I'm sure ...I will wear this one out by the end of the summer! Lol!! This is gonna be the perfect bra for those hot days to wear under a tank top. It gives such a nice rounded shape but without all that padding and bulkiness. I love that it's a plunge, too, very low-cut! My only gripe is the band being a bit too loose but that was expected. I'm def hanging onto this one, and highly recommend it https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> Read more 85 more words
This is a gorgeous bra! Wish it came in smaller bands!
YES!!! My thoughts exactly! I thought of maybe taking the band in but I'm worried I'll massacre the bra! Lol!
If I had the motivation/skill for alterations I could probably save some of my old bras. But sheesh, I figure I've suffered in too-big bands long enough, my size is out there dangit, I just want a bra that fits, and manufacturers to realize that! That's what every girl deserves lol. But I can see how it would be tempting, it's very lovely!
I bought this bra to wear with a few corsets that come up higher on my torso and make an underwire very uncomfortable. This is probably one of the few 't-shirt' bra styles that I'll admit to liking. The modified plunge style cut makes it wearable with many deeper necklines while still being full coverage enough to not risk a wardrobe malfunction when worn with a corset. I have the underwire version of this bra as well. I don't know if I'd wear this soft cup sans corset for anything but lounging around but it suits the purpose I intended and creates the desired aesthetic in shaping though the lack of underwire means it provides only moderate support.
If you have a corset which features a busk in front it's not too hard to get the laces tightened as long as you don't fully remove them between wearings. The loops in the middle on either side of a door with a knob is a good starter way because then all you have to do is walk away from said door and the laces will tighten. I've been wearing corsets for years and need a mirror to "check my work".
Walk away from a doorknob--what a great idea! Yes, my corset has a busk in front. Ok, valentine556 , I'll try it. Thanks for the tip!
Let me know how it goes, I love hearing people talk corsets in a positive way. :)
Wowwww. I too never imagined the possibility of bra fakes! Especially inexpensive bras being faked. Keep us updated, annabellynn and good luck with the refund!