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.
I think this bra is a bit more shallow than I need, which makes it feel tight on me. It ends up kind of compressing my breasts a bit. There's a tiny bit of wrinkling at the bottom of the cup.
Overall, it's cute. It has a mesh layer on the outside as well as a mesh band, which may be a little itchy or uncomfortable for some. It wasn't my favorite.
I felt so happy to find a 32H in an actual store, and a discount store no less (Marshalls). Plus, it is an unlined, white/nude lace bra (Score!) which is great for work wear. It's a shallower bra, like all the Natoris I've tried, but the stretch lace cups allow me to project sufficiently. This bra has a utilitarian 3-hook band and a nipple hiding slanted horizontal seam. It would be a great bra for anyone with a particularly short or tall root because of its Demi-style cup height, coupled with the stretchy cup. It would also be good for ladies with flatter-bottomed roots because it's a shallow U shape. I usually take a 32DDD or 32G in American sizing, so this runs an entire cup small; size up accordingly. It's also somewhat minimizing in how it fits me, which is good for work. The seam shows under tshirts.
This is a nice bra, however its not a perfect fit for me. Stretch lace helps with the spillage I normally get with most bras that seem to fit otherwise. However, getting some in-cup quadding. The gore is a tad bit too wide, and there isn't quite enough projection.
Still wearable, though and I've had it in semi, regular rotation.
Me: short & narrow roots, center full, close set, pendulous, petite, short waisted, low set, fairly even fullness, narrow shoulders, soft
I really wanted to like this bra because the fabric is super soft and it seems well constructed. However, it doesn't work for me because the gore doesn't tack and the wires sit too low for my breasts (not enough projection at the wire for me?). Additionally, the wires wrap around to well under my armpits.
I purchased this bra back when I would just go to the clearance rack at Nordstrom Rack and buy anything that was over an F.
It doesn't fit me, but I haphazardly bought it. My one concern about the bra is that the underwire poked through at the top. I used to wear illfitting bras and only had issues with this after a lot of use, washing and abuse. However, it happened after my third wear. It also happened on another I bought in a different color.
Before the wire broke through, I liked to wear it (illfitting and all) for some occasions. I've tried repairing it with moleskin but I think it's a goner.
I was incredibly bummed to be sized out of the "Hidden Glamor". While this one still gives me miniscule quad boob, the elastic nature of the cups is much more forgiving, and the lack of even tiny padding helps, too.
I can already tell this is going to be an "ahh" bra. One that I feel relieved slipping into. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
As a bonus, I got it off eBay, at a large discount.
Very pretty, I love orange, so this is a nice one! It is really just so shallow though, and because of that, it is bigger than my face. I need some depth! I have decided to keep it though do to it's amazing comfort, and the orange, as well as it is changeable to a racer back! I'm going to do some sewing to it though, try and remove some of the excess as it shows under any shirt that isn't up to your throat! If it ends badly oh well. You win some you lose some. But really, this is the most comfortable bra I have tried on, it's just not pretty under clothes!
It's a beautiful bra but I'm guessing the cups might run a little small. It's wonderfully comfortable and super adorable and I'm so sad the cups are too small for me.
Edit: After a little more experience, I'd say it would be better for someone with a shallower shape.
This is a really comfortable bra and only a little too small in the cups if I scoop and swoop. The band is amazingly comfortable and sits just right without pinching or riding up. The straps dig in a little, but I am hopeful that can be fixed with minor adjustments. It is soft and cut low enough to wear with lower necklines and does not show through clothes. Plus, I got it on clearance for $6 at Nordstrom Rack!! For my first try with accurate measurements, this is more than a great start!
Update: wearing the bra with straps crossed (racerback), all minor fit issues for me are eliminated.
The gore might not tack because it is too wide. It really looks like an exact duplicate of Panache Sport.