When I first put this bra on, I was literally so excited that I started jumping up and down. Could this finally be the first moulded bra that actually fits better than my old moulded bras? After initial excitement wore down, I begun to look at the little things.
Yeah, my boobs look hella good, but the cups themselves look a tad smaller than what they need to be. With my FoB breasts, I definitely need to order a cup size up with this if I want to wear it without the slight spill.
The other slight problem that I had with this bra is that it looked like ...the material on the front was wrinkling (air bubbles?) for whatever reason. It didn't affect the appearance under a tight shirt.
Other than those two things, this bra is amazing. The band feels so silky and soft and all of the hooks and metally bits are gold. Even though it doesn't fit as well as my other bras, I'll still keep it because it fits damn better than my moulded bras and sometimes we all need a little oompft in our lives. Read more 81 more words
By far the best fit I've come across in a molded bra! Excellent immediate and center projection, medium-narrow wire width, and wonderfully silky, low wings. Very high comfort feel and lovely naturally-rounded side profile. Also love the thinner straps for a more discrete look under a tank top. I'm not usually a fan of animal prints on bras, but Odette is surprisingly elegant and understated in person... very much along the lines of the old Masquerade brand in quality. The only caveat is that the band (like the straps) is on the stretchy side, so a 28G would probably be optimal for me, if Panache produced that size in this bra! Still, I think Odette will be an excellent t-shirt staple for me.
The Ardour/Grace is one of the most projected molded bras out there. (The Amor is very shallow - the exact opposite!) While had enough bottom projection for me, and didn't gape at the top, it has a lot of center projection that I cannot fill because I am a little shallower. Shame because this bra is super pretty...
If I hadn't fallen hopelessly in love with Bali 3488, this bra would be a great staple. The immediate projection, for a molded bra, is excellent. This is the first molded bra that is both short enough and immediately projected enough for my breasts. The shape is similar to Ewa Michalak S: it is centered and lifted. However, this molded cup has more immediate projection than E.M. S and Comexim Plunge. Good to know if you need immediately projected cups.
The wings are low and a pleasant height for my petite frame.
However, the gore is too wide. Despite its width, this cup design accommodates center fullness well. Surprise. ...https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":-)" /> Short, center full breasts will like this cup.
The straps are a major detraction from what otherwise is a thoughtfully designed bra. Stretchy straps and heavy breasts are not a supportive combination. If you have self-supporting breasts, you may be happy. If I were keeping this bra, I would replace the straps.
The band elastic is not what I had hoped. It feels thin and flimsy; like it would loose elasticity quickly. Obviously, I will not own this bra long enough to discover the band longevity.
After removing this bra, I wore a Wacoal How Perfect Wireless bra. Instantly, I was reminded that comfort is most important to me. Wires bite.
The cup design of Panache Black Odette is a marked improvement compared to molded cups from the immediate past. Thanks to Panache for this creation! Read more 142 more words
The band felt pretty firm at first, but relaxed after wearing it the first time. I'm new to properly fitting bands, so can't say if it's stretchy enough to merit sizing down.
The wires slide up during the day - I guess it's because the cups aren't projected enough and the band isn't quite tight enough. I tried a 28F, but it was slightly too large - though it may have been stretched out since the band was noticeably looser.
Edit: So five months into ABTF journey - kind of doesn't fit, but good enough to keep wearing until I find a good replacement.
I love this bra - the first time I've had one fit without having to try too hard. I've never had a gore sit as comfortably against my sternum. The straps are quite thin compared to other bras in similar sizes, so I did need to adjust them a bit tighter than I normally would to feel supported.
Way too small in the cup , cuts in on the top . Wrinkles both in the cup and my breast . Too bad because it's so pretty in a retro chic way and a touch of sheer that is so hard to find in my size.
I was super excited to get this bra after I got the 30FF - Panache Black ยป Odette Sweetheart Moulded Bra (7851) . The Odette fit me almost perfect, so the fact that this was a liiiittle bit off disappointed me a bit. It's a bit taller so there's a little gape on top for me when I move, but it's not much of a problem. It's extremely smooth so it's invisible under clothing. The scalloped lace on the band and straps is very nice and makes it look much more interesting than a plain molded bra. The band is definitely very stretchy, I'm usually a ...32 and this 30 fits right. I would recommend sister sizing down. Upon first wear, it was quite comfortable, but under the band in the front my skin was starting to get quite red, so I imagine there's a little less immediate projection than the Odette and this would start to get uncomfortable in that area if I wore it longer. The color is quite light beige. Overall, if you're in need of a projected molded bra, I would recommend the Odette over this one for the shape, but if you need plain beige I would say this is the best in that color that's out there. Read more 107 more words
I sized down as the 32 band was too stretchy. I would recommend sizing down in the band if you're between sizes.
Sadly I'm between sizes in this bra. The 30FF is a tiny bit too small in the cups, and the 30G is too big in the cups. I can make the 30FF work if I just don't scoop and swoop super vigorously on my larger breast.
But that isn't the main issue...
This bra seriously breaks my heart. It would be the perfect seamless bra for me (the only one I've found that's projected and narrow ...enough), except for the straps. I don't think they're too short. I do have them as long as they'll go, but they're not really cutting in. It's just the placement of the adjustment hardware is in the worst spot for me. These straps are only half adjustable (UGH), so the adjusters rest on spots that are painful. I don't know if they're resting on bone or what, but they really hurt.
I really hate to return this bra. It's so nearly perfect, but it's just too painful to wear. I'll probably try and track down the old Masquerade version to see if it fits any different. Read more 107 more words
I sister sized down as the 32 band was too stretchy. I would recommend sizing down in the band if you're in between sizes.
Sadly I'm between sizes in this bra. The 30FF is a tiny bit too small in the cups, and the 30G is too big in the cups. I can't quite fill the top of the cups, making them buckle outward. I'll be returning this.
There's this weird space at the gore and the wires seem to flip-flop over each other. Not something I've had happen before. Also, the fabric is rather wrinkly.
Gorgeous on you!