I own three bras in this model (two white and one scarlet); the oldest one was purchased in September 2008. The bras are handwashed. As of December 2009, all three bras are still in use and each is worn once every 5-6 days.
The bras were bought to fit on the loosest hook, but had to be moved to the second hook relatively quickly (after about a month or two). However, they have remained at the second hook ever since, and the elastic quality still seems good. I have noticed a slight widening of the fabric where the hooks are attached; it is 4.5 cm ...wide on the innermost hooks but 5 cm wide at the very end.
The underwires have remained in position and I have not noticed any pinching. The lace does not itch or scratch. I find the bra to be quite supportive.
The fabric seems to retain its colour reasonably well, although since this bra is, in my opinion, not especially attractive, that was not my main concern. Workmanship seems good; I have not had any loose threads.
In part because it is a full-cup bra, I have found that it works equally well during periods of breast swelling as well as the rest of the month.
The label for this bra is EU 80G, FR 95G, UK 36G and the cost was 79.95 EUR.
The size conversion EU80G=UK36G is incorrect. Correct conversion would be EU80G=UK36F. Not your fault though, I blame Primadonna for being lazy and not doing their homework.
However, it might also be a case of EU 80I=UK 36G, since these brands tend to use UK cupsizes even in what they call European sizes, more than the other way around.
Why would a Belgian company use UK sizes? Also, the only bra Primadonna makes in 80i is the Deauville. All other Primadona bras are only made up to EU-H, which is UK-FF, a fact that I and my UK-H cups mourn daily when looking at such pretty designs like the Primadonna Atlantis, Helsinki, Naboo and Amazone. :(
I can't say why the bra would have been labeled as such, only that that's what was written on it. I believe the 80G measurement was the correct one, based on my experiences with other bra brands at that time.
This is my fault! The site only does band conversions as they are straight forward (sort of). It does not do cup conversions. AAA entered 80G as her bra, but the site converted the band to 36 and kept the same cup.
I bought this bra from a Bratabase bra transfer for a few reasons. First off , because it is a Prima Donna. Secondly, because it only cost $6! And last, because it might fit me if I use a bra extender. I am glad I did buy it because it does fit. With an extender it fits just fine! The only thing I don't like about it is the chocolate brown color it is. But I can live with that because it's a "Prima Donna for $6 !!" So anyway, This is a full coverage 3 part , cut and sew underwire bra. With almost 1" wide , non stretch straps. And 3 hooks in the back. The bottom part of the cups are brown and the upper is transparent with a flowery pattern on both. It is made of very soft material and is so comfy. A very well made , high quality bra. This modal has been discontinued. But from what I understand, there are other PM bras with similar features ect.
Madison has always been a favorite of mine, but after I gained a lot of weight it has become less favorable. A few weeks ago I went to a shop and after measuring me and trying on the bra, I bought it. It became clear very fast that it gives me very little comfort. The band is too loose, so it rides up the back. And the bottom of the cups wrinkle atrociously and it actually hurts under the wire, as it seems to sit badly. Not only that, it also pokes my armpits which is tremendously annoying. I have been to try other Primadonna bras (in size 75G and 75H) which both seemed a lot more comfortable and less wrinkly. I really want to try the madison in this size too, for a good comparison, but they didn’t have it in the shop.
This bra was purchased around July, 2009. It has been handwashed and is worn about once a week. This review is as of December, 2009.
I first purchased this bra in May, 2009. Very soon I noticed that the underwire was loose rather than fixed at the end nearest my armpits. I returned the bra in June and it was either replaced or mended within a few weeks.
Unfortunately, the bra has continued to irritate me, although the underwires are no longer loose. The wires tend to jab me in the armpits, and it is easy for some of the flesh of my breast ...to get trapped under the outer side of the cup. If I can get it on exactly right, it feels comfortable, but I often find myself adjusting it half a dozen times in the morning to try to find that sweet spot. Furthermore, activity can move it somewhat, so I generally adjust this bra a few times throughout the day. Also, the lace itches.
It does offer solid support. Like my other Prima Donna bras (Madison), I started on the outermost hook and moved to the second hook rather quickly, but I have not noticed any further deterioration of elasticity. I would recommend the Madison model over the Ginza.
The bra is labeled EU 80G, FR 95G, UK 36G and cost 87.95 EUR. Read more 127 more words
The size conversion EU80G=UK36G is incorrect. Correct conversion would be EU80G=UK36F. Not your fault though, I blame Primadonna for being lazy and not doing their homework.