This bra worked really well for me in sizes up to and including a 32GG and used to be one of my go to bras but it just doesn't work for me in a 32H or 32HH cup (sizing up doesn't work). There must be something subtly different in the cut in the larger cup sizes. My boobs start at my collarbone, I think they are average on the top, firm and bottom heavy with lots of projection. I am gutted that this long time favourite doesn't work for me anymore.
Really pretty peach color works well as a nude/beige alternative. I bought this bra to wear under light colored tops, and it delivered on that front. The shape is not as up front as my Cleos; it almost has a minimizing effect.
I know the Tango II gets a lot of hate, but I actually loved this bra when I was correctly fitted! When I was more FOB, I got a nice, uplifted shape. It wasn't the roundest shape in the world, but it wasn't overly pointy either, and I remember being so excited that my boobs actually looked perky for once. Now that I have more even fullness, I do get a little bit of flattening on the top and increased pointiness, but it's not a bra I'd be ashamed to be caught dead in. (And the degree of flattening on top is much less than ...what I get from, say, some of the Curvy Kate unlined cuts). A round shape is nice, but I've never been someone who really needs it to feel comfortable - I was perfectly okay with the Tango giving my boobs lift without shaping them too much. For some reason it gave me a completely different shape to the Tango II plunge I tried in the same size - I regretted buying the plunge because it didn't lift my boobs at all like the balconette did, it just pointed them straight at the ground.
The wire width is again something that isn't great for me now, but was really great at the start of my fitting journey when I had a lot of side tissue. I'd have to say the Tango II balconette cut is one of the most solid constructions I've tried - I actually used to go jogging in it before I bought a sports bra because I felt that little movement in it. I can't stress how much this was a life-changing experience for me - I used to literally have to hold my boobs with one arm while I was running to the bus in my illfitting 36E. I have to say that Panache makes a quality bra - from memory I used to wear this Tango pretty much constantly for about six months, and I haven't noticed appreciable stretching of the band since then. The measurements I have up are recent (June 2015) and the band still measures at a solid 32. It seems to be a pretty standard 32H, which is I think why every proper (read: not matrix) fitting room I've tried has used the Tango II for gauging a size.
I think the Tango II balconette's definitely worth a go for FOB people with some side tissue, especially if you need something that will really minimise jiggle. I did find that the leaf shapes showed up through thinner t-shirts, but this never really bothered me. Read more 344 more words
I like this Bra very much. I am a 32H in this bra and it fits very well. Its very comfortable along with being very pretty. Its not a bra you can wear with tight cloths course you will see the lines of the fabric in this bra , But all in all Its really gives great support.
This bra is cut at least 1 cup size (possibly 2 cup sizes) smaller than the Tango plunge which was one of my favourite bras until I reached an H cup, somehow the cut was different. This bra might fit in a larger cup size. It is a shame Panache do so few pretty plunge bras in larger cup sizes.
Seriously, I have no idea why I ordered this in 32H after trying 32FF and thinking it was pretty close to fitting... The funny thing is that this one... kind of fits too - on paper. The band is ok, the gore tacks, cups filled... but the wires almost go to my back, feeling weird; although the shape is ok from the side, it's just too east/west from the front. It may be better suited to someone with wide shoulders. It's a pity, because the bra is very pretty in an everyday way and seems well made. Surprisingly for an H cup, it only has two hooks.
It is lovely to have a pretty bra with 3 hooks that does give a very Cleo like shape. The band is comfy, the wires are the right width, the gore is quite narrow ( I prefer overlapping gores but they are very rare). The cup does give a little gapping where the strap meets but I think I have shortish roots, it does seem to be a little more gappy than Cleo Minnie though. Just like when I first got Minnie, there is a little excess fabric at the seam but as it did with Minnie I expect that to settle with a wear and wash or two. I think this will be a very useful addition to my bradrobe, but I think Minnie is still my favourite.
This bra is my very first non-moulded cup and I LOVE it! It gives me such a great shape and isn't pointy at all like I feared it would be. Cup width is perfect for my wide roots, and the lace doesn't cut in at all. This would really be the perfect bra if the gore wasn't so high. My boobs are just a little too close together for this gore. I will definitely be checking out the plunge!
It fits fine but I've only worn it a few times. It's a pretty color combo, not too bright or busy, particularly with the navy body. The wires are remarkably narrow for Panache, it's well made and the upper lace section is very forgiving. Although it stretches quite a bit (I was surprised when I measured it) it feels quite firm on. The 4-part cup with the strap attached on the rearmost part provides good support. The seams lie nice & flat under clothing. I think my objection to this bra is that the cups are pretty tall on the outside - but I'm not. It's a little full-coverage for my taste. I also have a preference for a lined/lightly padded cup because I feel I get better lift/shape in those; that's probably more to do with my boobs than the actual bra, though. Anyway it's a great bra for the right "girls" so it's going back into the universe.
A beautiful and comfortable bra. Gives a wonderful shape. Center gore doesn't quite lie flat on me, if I get it in another color I might try one cup size up.
This is for the black version, bought lightly used. It's just okay on me. I have the beige 32gg, and it is a much better fit even though the cups are a bit small. The wires are a little too wide and the band is a little too tight. The gore flares more than usual at the bottom and the cups have more width and height close to the arm than I like, so it's a bit east/west in shape. However, if I was taller, this would probably not be the case. I don't love the combo of floral and houndstooth lace, either. But, it does have 3 hooks and fully adjustable straps - and they attach to the 4th section of the cup along the wing, so the lift and support is commendable.
My favorite thing about this bra is the matching panty. Best shape ever. The bra is lovely. The straps are nice and thin. The fabric feels heavenly although not as sturdy as the full cup - almost too delicate. The peachy colorway is a great neutral for fair skin. It looks good on. Alas. The wires are too wide and there is insufficient depth in the cups, which seem to run small already - so sizing up is out. The biggest problem is the width of the gore. It's not bad at the top but it flares out at the bottom more than necessary. I thought about taking it in, but then the band would be too tight and the wires would sit even further back onto my ribs. The support is meh and there is little lift, but it's wearable enough for a work day. I do have a strong preference for a fully banded base (vs this style) because I find them more comfortable and more supportive.
I have this bra in the Tea Rose fashion colour, which I find to be a very attractive, muted pink. It's very comfortable to wear and less 'stabby' than the balconette equivalent. The wings are made of a very soft material, and the straps are partially lined with something that feels a bit like felt. It looks like a very well-made bra.
I have close-set breasts where the closeness begins further up my chest, and the centre gore doesn't sit on my breast tissue at all - it's quite low, which is obviously because it's designed as a plunge. However, this isn't a ...plunge that gives a lot of cleavage - it leaves skin uncovered without pushing the boobs together too much. It's basically the opposite of 'a lot of bra' without being a Freya Deco, and would be a great option for under a v-neck for someone not wanting to feel too exposed. I also found the bra to run true to size, without feeling too uncomfortable in the band as Panache bras sometimes do when I first buy them. It's supportive as well as comfortable, and I don't feel as though I'm going to fall out of it if I wear it at work.
The reason I don't wear this bra all the time and sing its praises to everyone I meet is because I am very much not a fan at all of the shape it gives me. My boobs look unsupported and pointy - in fact, there's not a lot of difference between how I look when I wear this and how I look without a bra on, except that my boobs aren't pointy when they're braless! I was very sad about this, because seriously - this bra is great in every other way and supportive plunges that don't give too much cleavage are hard to find. I just cringe a bit every time I walk past a mirror, and that's not how a bra should make me feel. I've thought about why this could be and I think it's partially the construction. This is a three-part cup, but the segment attached to the bottom isn't attached to the strap at all, which I think is the reason for the lack of lift. This is also a pretty shallow cup. I think it would have been fine for me a year ago, when I'd only just been fitted correctly and still had a lot of tissue under my armpits (and hence a wider, shallower shape). I also think, due to the rigid top section, that this would be a no-go for anyone with top fullness. The straps are also not fully adjustable, which wasn't a problem for me - but anyone who is petite may have issues. I can't comment on strap width, since I never notice the straps being too wide set on any bras, but I know this is something Panache bras are infamous for.
In conclusion, I feel this would be suitable for someone with a full-on-bottom to (possibly) even shape who is wide and shallow and not particularly petite, short-waisted or narrow-shouldered. It may also be a good option for someone still undergoing tissue migration from the armpits as a result of wearing an incorrect size. Read more 458 more words
Love love love. I fall between a 34 and a 32 so I own both a 34gg and a 32h , but I wear the 32 with an extender because it's just a smidge tight for me. Did I mention I love the jasmine? I am fob/ even , projected, and close set . This bra works great for my shape, I like the light padding on the straps as well. It give me good support, a nice rounded shape and is super comfortable, yayy https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
I got this bra based off of recommendations due to my success with the @panache jasmine. I wanted this bra to fit so bad. It is so soft and pretty, especially for a nude bra which can get pretty plain. I am fob but I lean toward even as I have some fullness on top as well. I am also very close set. Unfortunately this bra is just too closed on top for me combined with slightly too much separation in the center which isn't hard for me. If the lace were stretch lace it would probably be fine, but the lace is firm so I get quad boob, and that's one fit issue I can't tolerate, Oh well https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_sad.gif" alt=":(" />
I'm rating this bra slightly lower for quality as when I first got it, some of the looped threads at the side of one strap have come out. However, I like it enough that this doesn't bother me.
This bra gives a really nice rounded shape and doesn't show a lot of cleavage without being 'a lot of bra'. For reference, I am FOB. I have it in the red-black colourway and my usual 32H appeared to be fine apart from some very minor quadboobing on my fuller side - however, I've heard from a few people that some of the older colourways ran ...a full cup smaller.
The gore doesn't quite lie flat, but this and the quadboobing are the only issues I've encountered with this bra and neither of these affect wear over the day or the appearance of the bra on me (with or without a shirt). When I first bought it the underwires cut into me a little but this seems to have softened over time. Band feels maybe slightly less tight than a standard Panache 32 but I wouldn't call this enough reason to wear a different size, and the lace overlay on the band is really lovely when so many other bras have decoration that stops at the cups.
In all, I think it's a real shame that Panache appears to have stopped making this one - it probably gives the best shape of any Panache bra I've tried. Read more 147 more words
This is a really pretty bra -- I really like the color and the lace. It's well-constructed, and the cups are suited to my full on bottom shape. It provides good lift and looks very good under clothes. It's slightly pointy, but I'd much prefer that to an upside down 7 or square shape. There is a perfect amount of bottom projection, and the bottom panel is large enough to be good for my shape. There's no spillage, and the gore tacks comfortably. The cups are just the right width and depth, I think.
The band is just barely tight enough -- I need to fasten it on the ...last row of hooks in order for it to work. And the straps have some cushy material attached to the shoulder areas, which means they don't adjust all the away. In fact, they don't go quite tight enough for me to feel comfortable. I have learned that just-slightly-loose straps is a major cause of shoulder pain for me, and I may need to take them up a little. I'm also not thrilled about the band, but I've read that this band is looser than other Panaches, so I'm willing to take it in at some point if necessary.
Now about the stretchy upper panels: I need more... Securing up there. The stretchiness gives me a nice, smooth line across my breast tissue. There's no gaping and no spilling. But the stretchiness does make me wonder if I'm missing a fit issue that would be clearer if the lace were less forgiving. Also, even though I'm tightly hooked in and the lift and shape are good, the loose upper panels make me feel like I'm flopping east and west a bit. Now, I'm not STAYING there. The bra does keep me in a good position, but I just flop back and forth a little. Not up and down, just side to side -- this is a new sensation for me. I wish the upper lace were not QUITE so freewheeling because I think that would make me feel more supported and comfortable -- so I'm thinking maybe the Floris is indeed the right place to go from here.
Ultimately, the bra looks good. I need to wear it for a longer time to be sure about comfort. The comfort level and fit are clearly not perfect, but they are not bad either. I wish I had had the option of trying on a 30HH because I think it would be helpful to me to compare the two and see if one works better than the other. This one DOES fit much better than the 34GG that I was able to try on in stores. All in all, this is not a total loss. It's 100 times better than the sizes and fits I was looking at 6 months ago. I'm keeping the bra because I know I can use it. Taking in the band and taking up the straps shouldn't be too difficult when it comes to that. I was really excited about this bra, but when it comes down to it... That Curvy Kate Gia that gives me a square and upside down 7 is more comfortable. Gah. Read more 429 more words
the loose lace on top settled down for me after a wash