Even getting this bra at a deep discount (more than 40% off regular retail of $38 USD) was not enough to persuade me to keep it. This is my second bra from Felina (this brand's parent company) and I'm about ready to give up them for good. I have one more coming from kohls.com, a Paramour Sophia vertical seam half cup. The cut looks similar to the Felina Lana I tried which did look pretty amazing on, so maybe Sophia will be a keeper.
The band in this and in the Felina Lana I tried felt a bit tight in a 36 on ...my 33.5" ribcage. If I needed a larger cup size I'd consider getting a 38 as this only goes up to a US G (DDDD or UK F) but cup volume was not the issue for me. It's so useful to post and review pictures here on bratabase because I can often see fit issues that I can't feel when the bra is on or see looking in the mirror. In the case of this Captivate Lace it turned out to be the apex projection of the cups; basically there is none. My boobs look squared off, lol!
This bra is undeniably pretty, especially (imho) in the black/blush combination I purchased. The sheer lace is lovely and and is matched on the tops of the cups, though not on the bottoms. I like the combination of floral lace on the front with the sheer pointelle pattern on the back. There is even lace on the straps. But then there are so many places where they cheaped out on quality. The lace on the top of the cups has no stretch and is not fitted well to the bottoms. I have wrinkles in the top of the cups and in-cup quadding at the horizontal seam. They could have used clear elastic at top edge of the cups to help fit the lace better, but instead they used a thin plastic(?) strip to stabilize the lace. It looks and feels cheap. The band is powermesh which is also not the most comfortable thing, and this bra has side stays which did not bother me while I wore it but I can see in my side view picture the stays are cutting in so after a day's wear they would probably hurt.
Felina/Paramour has some really great looking styles. I just wish they would concentrate more on fit and quality. Read more 317 more words
I love the unlined cups- I am now in love with these Paramour bras. It is non padded but not see through. I bought 2 different Paramour bras and I prefer the Sweet Revenge over this Captivate (but love them both). The three section cup (which I love) gives me great support good lift and great cleavage this bra is very comfortable and looks great under shear blouses. While I would never admit this in my daily life these bras are quite sexy with the slight see thru lace. The cups literally hold my boobs in place all day long. I am finding the ...underwire is slightly too wide and the cup size slightly too small. But I think this is more an issue with my body build than the bra. I would 100% buy this again. One more thing that I wanted to note was the straps are nice and thick and they have this U shape that goes across the back and I feel like it helps reduce fallen straps.
It is fairly comfortable (for a bra): adjustable shoulder strap that are wider than average (a pro for comfort not so much for look) its a bit stiff so I'm moving around a lot or bending a lot I'm reminded that I'm wearing a bra but not uncomfortably, it doesn't dig in, straps don't fall off shoulder, .
It is very nice looking the lace is pretty and consistent throughout the whole bra, cut is sexy. it is a very pretty and lacy bra. The surprise is that it is also very supportive. It is hard to find both qualities in a bra when you wear DDD cups. Very pleased with it.
I found this on a website about 3 section cups and thought I would share it: To understand why this bra style is so perfect for larger breasts, it helps to understand what role seams play in a bra’s design. Partly, they are there to reinforce and strengthen the fabric, which is why seams are common on D+ bras in the first place. Even unlined seamed bras can be surprisingly supportive. Seams are also there to provide shaping. Vertical and horizontal ones do different things. Vertical seams ‘direct’ the breast tissue upwards, increasing the amount of lift you get. Horizontal ones, on the other hand, allow the cups to be deeper (i.e. curve out further forwards), creating a more rounded shape. A bra with vertical seams alone can be very lifting, but be too shallow for a full bust and/or have a flattening effect from the side. That’s why the 3-part cup with both seam types is perfect for larger, heavier breasts – it boosts lift and support while also ensuring there’s plenty of room in the cup for a projected bust.
I highly recommend this bra. Size: 40 DDD Color: Sugar Baby Read more 366 more words
This review is for the Paramour Ellie in 34G. My ABTF size is 32G/GG UK (or more) depending on projection.
**** NOTE **** Label says 34G but the size index on Bratabase says 34:7 which is 34F.
Band: * Stretches to 32 when wires start to distort; 33 max. Runs small. Very stretchy.
Wires: * Comfortable.
Cups: * Smaller than the stated size. Runs small. One vertical seam. 2 layers non-stretch mesh. Slightly stretchable tiny elastic along neckline to accommodate fit.
Fabric: * Very comfortable.
Straps: * The back portion which is adjustable is stretchy, the front is not. It's plain with a delicate seam down the center.
About me: very close set (breasts touch), very narrow ...roots, very projected at the wire, functionally even to full on bottom, short roots, relatively soft tissue, significant rib flares, narrow shoulders.
FIT
* The band length was really short. I actually had to wear an extender to even fasten it. I'm surprised at this based on my other experiences with Panache. The lace on the band did curl up on my even trying it on. I'm sure for sitting all day it would definitely curl. * The gore tacked nicely. It was tall for me, but fine. It was narrow enough for me at .75 inches, but I still might prefer to overlay them. * The cups seem to have the right volume for me, and the tops actually laid down perfectly. The wires are not narrow enough for me and it does not have enough immediate projection for me. * The straps are long enough. * The sides are a comfortable height for me.
OVERALL IMPRESSION * I like this bra very much. The cups are already too wide so I think if I did size up it would definitely be too wide. I also need more immediate projection. Read more 184 more words
The band is a bit small for a 32, moderately stretchy. This bra would be better for projected breasts with even fullness or FOT- definitely not my shallow, wide and FOB breasts. The top half of the cups are empty on me, leaving a pointy shape. It looks strange under clothes unless I put in some cookies to give a rounder shape and fill out some of the emptiness. The wide width works though, and I appreciate that this bra has 3 rows of hooks! If I were to try this bra again, I’d go down a cup size or two.
This bra is great for heavy boobs. The cups are a firm 1/4 inch thick all over and they support heavy boobs well. This bra does not tack, the gore is too high for me so it sits on breast tissue. That said, this bra has been a go to for me and I have it in light and dark colors. The band is altered permanently but the size bought is a 38G.
Your darn straight this bra holds heavy bombs lol!!!! I have such a love/hate relationship with autocorrect. It really looks like this bra is just too small for you and that you would be able to achieve a better fit with a larger cup size and your actual band size instead of shortening it. This is really quite a good looking bra! Please try to input the measurements for the bra!
I edited that twice! The cups are small but the gore won't tack because of being very close set. But the cups are thick and sturdy so they keep me well. Since they are seamless the thick cup is necessary. Until now and trying the Mimi, my Madison was necessary, the only support I had. The bra is a good one and I post the measurements for the cups and band.
I saw this bra on Amazon and thought it was exquisite. In real life it is even prettier than the picture. Three hooks in the back and just enough stretchiness to be comfortable. There is no space in the gore. The wires could not be closer together unless they were overlapping. So pretty that I might be tempted to wear it under a semi-sheer white blouse or shirt
Very beautiful!!! Looks like it is supportive, too.
@Love4Polinators, it feels quite supportive. Paramour is made by Felina and I have had pretty good luck with those bras. The gore does widen out pretty quickly, so this may not be a good fit for you.
It's pretty cute looking, and makes my breasts stick out front and center. There's good coverage, but I can still wear scoop neck or V-neck tops without the bra showing. The underwire width is good, and stops right where my breast tissue ends. The cup size is too small, particularly for my larger, left breast. I normally wear a 34 G UK [34:9 index] (34 I US), but this 34DDD/E [34:6 index] is technically 3 cup sizes too small, and it fits as if it's only 1 cup size too small (to me). Perhaps it's because the fabric is stretchy? The fabric can feel a bit itchy at times.
This is a very pretty bra. Unfortunately, my breasts don’t fill the cup from either the top or bottom, even after doing the swoop and scoop. It could be due to the size (which I’m waiting on the smaller cup size to come to compare) or a shape mismatch.
Also called Paramour Memory Foam Convertible T-Shirt Bra Size Range (US 32 - 42 bands, C - H cups).
What did you learn from this bra? - First good fitting bra in a Sister size.
What's good about this bra? - Memory foam cups are soft and comfy. Straps are fully adjustable and detachable. 3 rows of hook and eye closures
Does it poke, comfortable? - No poking. Underwires are very hard and firm.
Did it stretch out? - My underbust was 27.5in and I was technically a US 28J/UK 28GG when I began wearing this bra. I had to use the tightest hook and eye closure column after about 2 years and 6 months of wear. ...I'm now a US 30J/UK 30GG and the cups are a bit too small and the band is too loose.
Pros - Seamless cups - Multiple strap settings (ex. Racerback, Halter). - Cute bow, strap, and lace detail - Decent color selection, I've seen Bare, Black, Mink, Blue, & Cheetah - The cost is around $40 or below. Good quality for the price.
Cons - Minor nipple show through - Not enough support to wear strapless - Bow and lace detail can show under tight-fitting clothes - Center gore is a bit too wide for close-set or touching breasts - The band is not very wide for larger cups sizes Read more 99 more words
I have this bra in the black and white color combo and wanted to try it in the sugar baby color. This bra fits nothing like the other one, even though they are the same size. I can't decide if its poor workmanship or what.
Like the other one, this has firm lace with no stretch in the cup. In this bra, it flattens out my center fullness and pushes the tissue outward and upward. Three is also significant in-cup quadding at the horizontal seam. It seems like the seam tape is sewn too tightly. Or something.
Also getting some upside down seven action and an unflattering shape at the apex, so I'm not spending too much time trying to diagnose what's up with this. It's just going back.
Epic fail in consistency.
Me: short & narrow roots, center full, close set, pendulous, petite, short waisted, low set, fairly even fullness, narrow shoulders, soft
ohhh I'm so sorry! The cup is undoubtedly too small regardless but also, I have noticed a few Paramours have unusually reduced band stretch at least in terms of how far they can stretch on the body. I remember one that was cute, the Sophia something maybe, was so. so. so. firm. Like just ridiculous. I have an underbust that is under 28" and the 34 was still on the snug side.
It looks too shallow or too small on you, I have the same situation when I am wearing a balcony bra from Change Lingerie. You can try a cup size up, but then maybe the wires will be too wide. To find a bra that you like with almost the same wire length but deeper cups will be a better solution I think.
Thanks so much! To you both. I am really disappointed since the other color is so different. Just very poor consistency. I have plenty of other better fitting beige bras, so I won't bother trying this one in other sizes.
I really, really wanted this bra to work for me because it is just so beautiful. However, just like the Paramour Ellie, the center of the cups is too shallow and pushes my breasts under my arms. The cups are also very wide.
I tried the Paramour Ellie in a 34G and a 34H (US sizes). The 34H gave me more room than the 34G but still was very shallow along the center and bottom of the wires, pushing my breasts towards my sides and under my arms. I also had wrinkling along the top of both cups in this size, so the H is definitely not the size for me.
The Paramour Ellie is a weird fit for me. The 34G fits better than the 34H, but the top of the left cup cuts into my left breast whereas the top of the right cup wrinkles along the top of my right breast. The cup is very shallow in the center, so my breasts are pushed (squashed, really) out to my sides; the cup is also shallow on the base along the wire, which causes some more uncomfortable squashing. The straps are set wide and cut into my underarms. It looks beautiful, and it feels like a good quality bra, but the fit does not work for me.
The Great Amazon Prime Wardrobe Try-On, Part 3 My shape: full on bottom, soft tissue, narrow shoulders/roots. Appearance: This bra is striking in the contrast of the black lace on the white lining. Remind me of fancy, floral Oreos. Fit: Ok, so I tried on a different Paramour bra with my first Prime Wardrobe order, and that one was a 32G. The band didn't even stretch to 30 with that one, so I went ahead and tried this size, 34G, thinking that it would fit closer to my actual size. Nope, this band stretches to 34 pretty much exactly. Whaaaaat. This brand has some weird band sizing issues, or the ...first bra I tried was some freak one-off. Who knows! The wires are wider on this one; they remind me of Curvy Kate wires in shape. Anyways, as you can see by the pictures, this definitely does not fit me. I'm quadding all over the place. This would probably fit if it was one or two cup sizes larger, but I'm more than likely not going to be trying any more Paramour bras. (Mostly because my sizes are hardly available as a Prime Wardrobe option.) Read more 84 more words
Thank you for trying it & adding the data! The more bras we have entered, the stronger the database, so even the "fit" fails are BtB wins. I wonder if Amazon realizes that their new wardrobe option is helping build this bra community? Woohoo for Amazon!
Oh! And another note, Paramour 32G would be another UK 32F situation (32:7 instead of 32:9) so that also explains why this 34G was too small in the cup as well.
If you browse the brands before hand and click the size range tab, it will let you know their sizing method.
This is a gorgeous bra. I hadn't tried Paramour and hoped it might work but the cups were too small. The cups are sheer with a floral print and floral embroidery. The straps match the embroidery and are not fully adjustable. I'm used to Panache wires so I found these to be very thin yet firm. It has a nice low gore for a balconette. There's also a fair amount of projection at the wire for FoB, but there's not enough projection for center fullness.
The band on this one is a bit tight at the bottom and digs in a bit. The top corner of the cup digs into my armpit and the underwire isn't quite wide enough on the sides. The gore is too tall and I don't fill in the tops of the cups. I love the look of this bra and if the fit wasn't an issue I'd love to keep it. As it is, it's a poor fit for my shape, so it will be returned.
Tried this on in the store though it was a few sizes smaller than my usual (32F/FF (UK) vs 32DDD(US)) because it was on sale. =) It surprisingly fit well. Guess that confirms other peoples assumptions that this style runs big in the cups. Center gore tacks and is gloriously low (ignore my crazy underwire marks from my other bras) for my narrow set. I ultimately did NOT purchase this bra as I was concerned about the width of underwire despite the fact this bra WAS VERY COMFORTABLE. For reference, I am FoB, short/wide rooted, narrow set and projected. What do you think? Should I go back and pick up this bra? (There were a few on the sales rack yesterday)
Idk, there's no right answer. If you dont have a bra more comfortable for around the house, you could certainly use it for that. If you think you'd wear it enough to be worth the price, buy it. There's no bra police telling you what you ca wear!
I should clarify - was hoping to get some input on how the wires look on the sides. Had some side book migration after years of wearing the wrong size (found ABTF last year) and would like to avoid making the same mistake. I believe, Felina uses US sizing so a 32DDD(US) coverts to 32E(UK). So it's technically one cup too small. I've only worn UK brands thus far (Panache and Freya).
I've tried some Paramour and Felina bras, the cups do run large.
It looks good on you. Do you get much gapping when you lean over? If you do that might show through shirts.
I don't think you need to worry about tissue migrating back under your arms. If you buy it you'll be alternating with your other bras. If you like the fit and it's comfortable go for it.
Aha!
There is a bit of gapping on my smaller side when I lean over but not too bad.
Good point about the bra rotation! I have like 3 bras in heavy rotation... Been searching for another with lower gore to give my narrow set a break... Painful by end of the day.
Seriously, look at these pictures. Ridiculous, aren't they? I ordered this in the same size as the 36G - Paramour » Captivate Lace (115005) that was a hair too small in the cups. So why Sofia, why are your cups so big and at the same time so shallow? And you such a beauty, it broke my heart to take you back to Kohls.
A wide, fairly rigid wire paired with stretchy seamed cups. The center-pull straps should be good for those with narrower shoulders.
The cotton lace overlay gives the stretch jersey cups some additional support, but this is much less shaping than bras by Elomi, say. I get a softly rounded shape with my full-on-bottom, soft breasts, but not a lot of lift. The wire fits me as if it were designed for my wide, shallow breasts, so this is supremely comfortable. One quibble: The elastic edge at the top of the cups tends to roll under, which can leave a visible ridge under close-fitting knit tops. I wear this under woven shirts, instead.
Your darn straight this bra holds heavy bombs lol!!!! I have such a love/hate relationship with autocorrect.
It really looks like this bra is just too small for you and that you would be able to achieve a better fit with a larger cup size and your actual band size instead of shortening it.
This is really quite a good looking bra!
Please try to input the measurements for the bra!