Comparing a 36E Cleo Marcie Balconnet Bra (6831) with a 34F Freya Deco Moulded Plunge Bra (4234)
Summary
The 34F bra has a bigger band than the 36E bra. While both bras have cups with similar depths, the 34F has wider cups, which may change the fit entirely.
Sizing
The 36E is 1 band bigger than the 34F.
The 36E is 1 cup smaller than the 34F.
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36E 36:6 Cleo Marcie Balconnet Bra (6831) |
34F 34:7 Freya Deco Moulded Plunge Bra (4234) |
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| Fits ribcage | ||
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| 88.3 (+3.3cm) | 85.0 | |
| Breast perimeter | ||
| 30.4 (+0.3cm) | 30.1 | |
| Band length | ||
| 71.8 | 75.4 (+3.6cm) | |
| Stretched band | ||
| 92.8 (+1.3cm) | 91.5 | |
| Cup width | ||
| 14.3 | 15.4 (+1.1cm) | |
| Cup depth | ||
| 27.2 (+2.1cm) | 25.2 | |
| Wire length | ||
| 28.2 (+2.2cm) | 25.9 | |
| Cup height | ||
| 17.7 | 18.4 (+0.7cm) | |
| Gore height | ||
| 8.2 (+3.0cm) | 5.2 | |
| Wing height | ||
| 10.2 (+1.1cm) | 9.2 | |
| Strap width | ||
| 1.5 | 1.9 (+0.5cm) | |
| Cup separation | ||
| 2.1 | 2.4 (+0.3cm) | |
| Hooks | ||
| 2 | 2 | |
| Total bras | ||
| 12 | 44 | |
People who have both bras say:
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likesThe gore is much higher on the Cleo, and the shape seems to be made for "bigger on top" breasts as there is some extra room at the top of the cup. The underwire in the cleo doesn't fill the channel, so it tends to slide around. It's an easy fix with needle & thread to fix the underwire in the position you prefer. I prefer higher wires under the arm as I have a long torso. Someone with a shorter torso might like them pushed up into the gore.
The 36 band on the Cleo feels roomier to me than the 34 band on the Deco. There seems to be very little similarity between the two bras. The Deco is a plunging, slightly padded tee- shirt bra. The other is a soft cup balconette with seams and lace.
The Cleo gives an almost magical high and rounded shape that I've experienced in no other bra to date. However, there is not a lot I can wear with a bright red, seamed lacy bra. I wanted the 34F in the Cleo, but it was not available. If I had the chance, I'd like to try the 34F and the 34E, maybe even the 36 DD. I made a few very basic sewing alterations to make the 36E work, but need to do more research to find my perfect Cleo size before I order more. I do love the shape, so it would be worthwhile research. Also, I have the matching Cleo briefs and they are super low cut. Not my favorite style of undies after three babies.
The Deco is a very basic bra that can be worn with almost anything! Especially since mine is in in a basic nude color. You get good cleavage with the deco if you are in to low cut tops & want cleavage. ;). I, however, find the Deco somewhat uncomfortable and cannot wait to get out of it at day's end.
Updated on Jun 08, 2013
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