It's cute! It's projected! It's really soft! IT'S REALLY PROJECTED.
Like, holy crap, y'all. I need a GoPro so you can see it from my perspective. I'm good to know a bra like this exists for me, and if it fit better on my larger side I might keep it. Unfortunately after moving around a little, Righty started to escape up top. I think 36HH would do better for me in this style.
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Updated on Aug 31, 2016 Flag this
Good to know the Chi-Chi is so projected, triumphof ! It can be hard to find bras on either end of the projection scale.
I really went through the stages with this bra. I have been wanting to try Sculptresse for ages now but haven't been able to get a good deal on one. At first, I was ready to send it back. It's advertised as a full cup bra but gave me way more cleavage and uh, bounce than I was expecting. That's not a bad thing! I don't know if it's me or the bra, but it fits me more like a balconette.
But wow, what a balconette it is. At first I was sure it was going back because I had so much gaping in the mesh ... at the top of the cup, reminiscent of my struggles with the Tango II balconette. However as I started moving around the house (and adjusted the wire to better settle into my IMF) everything smoothed out, and quite nicely at that. My breast tissue is very soft and malleable; once I got everything settled the wires actually sat quite firmly in my IMF. Even with the most comfortable bra I have the urge to put them back in place during the day. Honestly, I'd kinda chalked it up to a nervous habit. I love the round shape it gives me.
As usual, the wider set straps drive me nuts. They're closer set than usual for Panache as you'd expect with a (technically) full cup bra, but still a little too wide set for me. To make things worse, they're not fully adjustable. They are padded with soft fabric per usual for Panache and larger sizes. I am having some luck with silicone bra strap holders.
I know Bratabase shows this bra as not fitting me, but I'm really pretty happy with it. I like Panache bras more than they like me, so I'm happy that Sculptresse might be a good option for me.
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Updated on Mar 05, 2016 Flag this
Wow that is one lovely color ! I am jealous that it doesn't come in my size range . I hate messing with straps too and yes I think I have a habit of checking adjusting .
Oh that looks so stunning which doesn't always happen in a large cup ..I know .
Ivp Do you have any luck with Panache 34 bands? Flirtini and Chi Chi, which are similar, now come in 34 bands. Panache bands tend to be firmer. I usually wear a 34 in other brands.
I had one 34 panache envy that I have taken in slightly before it died I didn't know it came in 34 band until now. Hmmm
Ivp The 34 bands were new for AW15, according to a blog post I found. HTH!
That does. I saw a few not too expensive on eBay but maybe I can find some in my local shop to try on . I am not exactly sure of my sister size in a 34 , my 34 is one I got when I weighed a bit more and altered down as I lost weight because I liked it so much .
I LOVE THIS BRA!!! Too bad the cups are too small. It was purchased for an event to wear under a dress with a sheer v-neck - PERFECT for that! Unfortunately, there is a slight quad boob under round-neck tops. Sadly, when I realized this and called my local store to reserve a 36HH, I was told that there is no HH for bands below 38" in this range. Such a pity, because if I could get the perfect fit in the cups, this would be my favourite bra!!
Updated on Aug 02, 2016 Flag this
The Chi Chi is a full figure version of the Panache Jasmine so you could try the Jasmine in a 36HH and see how it fits.
Oh, also try the Curvy Kate Ellace (CK4401) , it's really soft and comfy with a stretch lace top and comes in black as well as latte and white.
cupandahalf thanks again!! I will definitely look for these 2 when I go shopping! I know I loved the Jasmine way back when I was a G cup, so that must be why the Chi Chi felt so right! I haven't seen that Curvy Kate bra - excited to check it out! 😊
cupandahalf I just bought a Jasmine! LOVE, thank you!
This bra is quite comfortable, especially for people with sensory issues or sensitive skin. The band is very stretchy and soft. My only real issue with it is that the gore sometimes irritates my breasts, as I am quite center full. This has gotten more comfortable over time wearing the bra.
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A seamless bra in an H cup that actually works! I've only tried it on so far but I will wear it a week and update my review. I'm typically a 34H but lately my bras have been feeling a little tight. My underbust is still 33 but right under that there's a little extra cushion. Also gained a little in the boobs. Overbust used to be 43 now it's closer to 44. I think a true 36 would still be too big but my experience with Panache is that they tend towards tighter bands so I hoped a Sculptresse 36 would be a good half ... size between a true 34 and 36. I was right. I initially ordered the 36GG. The cups were a little small and the gore wouldn't tack. It was still wearable but was squishing me a little too much so I got the 36H instead. The bra is not perfect but its close and for a seamless it brings the girls forward more than most. For a seamless bra I'm really impressed that my boobs are not splayed out to the sides. There is a side sling in between the layers that helps with that. The gore tacks in the 36H but also the underwrires are a little higher on the sides. Any higher and It would be too uncomfortable. I'll have to wear it for awhile to see how it feels. The band definitely runs small because it doesn't quite stretch to 36.The cup is on the small side as well. I would definitely size up one cup and possibly one band depending on how you like your bands. If you are a 34 I would recommend you give this bra a try. Panache should make this bra in smaller bands too. There are not many seamless bras out there that come in an H cup. I know it's difficult to make a successful seamless bra in bigger cups because they're not as supportive but this bra proves that it can be done.
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"Really projected"--outstanding! :-) :-) :-) The floral print is beautiful!!