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This is a made-to-measure custom fit bra, so the measurements won't probably help you much, so I'll concentrate more on the Enell custom fit process. As you likely know, Enell has its own sizing system, which won't suit those of us with small underbust and big (H+) cupsize. Also, if you're very petite or very tall, the bra will likely be too long of too short as the shoulder straps are completely solid. As the Enell Sports does deliver the best bounce control I've come across, it may be worth the slight extra time the custom fit process takes to ensure you have the best possible support for ... high-impact sports.

To get your own custom fit Enell, contact their customer service fit experts. I did this via email, as I live on the other side of the globe and I hate calculating time zone differencies. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> I outlined my problem with their regular sizes, namely, I need a size 0 or 1 band with size 2 across the boobs plus some modifications in the back and under the arms. I was directed to a fit specialist in their custom orders department, who asked some more questions about the fit of my regular size 1 and 2 bras and I send her some pictures and information about my exact measurements and regular bra sizes. She then made a "test version" according to my measurements and needs, and sent it to me for trying. As it was, she was a real pro with online fitting - the test version was practically perfect. I requested only one modification, a slightly tighter band. The test version works fine, but since I had the option of getting exactly what I want, I went for it all out. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />

The custom fit bras are available in the basic colours of black, white, pink and powder, but there's also a selection of other colours which vary according to what material they have at their disposal. They'll tell you the options. The price of a custom fit bra is (at the moment) $64 plus custom fit fee $15. For every additional change to the basic pattern you pay $7.50. For a custom made bra I find that quite reasonable, especially since the Enells I have have proven to be very durable despite the heavy wear they get.

Pros:
- fits perfectly
- no bounce in high impact sports like running and martial arts
- durable
- can be worn alone as a sports top
*Edit: - the possibility to custom the colour scheme of your bra is great! I love my lime bra! https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_mrgreen.gif" alt=":D" />

Cons:
- none in my personal opinion
but keep in mind that
- the process takes some time - if you're in a hurry for your half-marathon next week, forget this https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
- the Enell is based on compression, and I know some people don't like any compression on their boobs. If that's the case, forget the Enell.
- costlier than a regular off-the-rack sports bra - but hey, it's _custom made_
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This is a great plunge model - and ta-da! it comes in J cup, too. Anyway, the band is pretty much standard Bravissimo size, the cups maybe a bit on the big side. I usually wear H cup in Bravissimo bras but since this is a plunge and in my opinion they tend to be a bit small universally, I went for HH, which fits pretty much perfectly. There's maybe even a little room to spare, but it doesn't show or feel, so with that in mind the H cup would have been small for me. The colour is a pretty cream off-white and the light padding in ... the cups is very soft. Unlike many plunges, like Freya Deco, the Satine does have sturdy supportiveness. The cups are sort of deep in shape, so my boobs don't feel like they're about to pop up and out from the front. On the other hand, Satine does not push the boobs together like Deco does, so there's less cleavage effect - not a bad thing in my size, IMHO. But since Satine is a real plunge (=read: the center is truly low), it'll go marvellously with deep necklines.
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Updated on Feb 07, 2012 Flag this

This is my attempt #2 on the new, lower-wired Panache bras. The Elsa was a bit of a disappointment as it wasn't a true balconette, but as the Fern seemed to have a different cut in pictures, I decided to give it a try.

Pros:
- Supportive. The mesh is actually quite robust.
- Pretty. I love the print!
- Sturdy, tight band. Very good!
- Upfront-and-center shape.
- Soft but non-stretchy straps.

Cons:
- Scratchy under the hooks. I'm hoping for a Freya Piper-phenomen, that it'll soften after a few washes.
- The cup shape may look very pointy on some women. It's not bad on me, ... but definitely pointier than for example Freyas are in general.
- Relatively high center gore in HH cup (and beyond, likely). It fits me great, but could be a problem on someone with a shorter torso.
- Even though this bra is a true balconette, I'm still not quite happy with the profile I'm getting. It's not droopy by any means, but also not the kind of perky-up'n'go-go like certain Freyas and Ewa Michalaks are.

However, I'm sure this will make a great everyday bra to use with looser-fitting clothes. My only complaint is the slight scratchiness of the hook cover, otherwise this bra feels great on.

edit: the slight creasing I get on the side of the cup affects only my smaller breast which is almost a cup size smaller than the other one, so if your both breasts are the same size, the Fern fits true in 32HH.
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Updated on Nov 18, 2012 Flag this

This is perhaps the best plunge I've had so far. It gives a shape that rivals Freya Deco and it's even more comfortable than Deco and Bravissimo Satine combined. It's very sturdy, the support is excellent and it looks very comtemporary and sharp. A topclass allrounder plunge, in other words.
It comes with detachable straps and while I found the comfort straps (which are truly wonderful to wear, mind you) a bit slippery on my shoulders, the halterneck piece is spot on. Full points to Ewa for them!

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Updated on Apr 26, 2012 Flag this

I managed to order this bra on the very last day Anna Pardal took orders. Grr. Getting the bra took months, and I must admit I wasn't too thrilled about the whole business since this was the first AP bra I ordered and now it would be impossible to exchange if the size was wrong. Yahoo. Well, eventually the bra arrived and I got down to trying it on.
Well, the cups are a perfect hit. The shape is gorgeous, almost as perky as EM S-style at its best, but achieved with less padding. The straps are bit more towards the center than in EM bras, which is ... a very good thing. The band, however, was too big. The original size was 34J and I admit that I shouldn't have listened to the general advice in the net "go one band- and cup size up from your regular UK size". No, I should have gone with my gut and taken the normal band and one cup size up. Well, no can do. So I shortened the band with 5 cm (2 inches). Problem solved.
The bra is very pretty and excellent workmanship. I love the boho/hippie print and the details are lovely. A shame AP shut down, basing on this one bra, the bra industry lost a real talent. Hopefully Comexim will keep manufacturing her styles, since I love the nuance shape so much that the next time I order from Comexim, I'll ask if the bra can be made in it.
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I bought this bra first in 32HH, which was way too big in the cup. I exchanged it into H-cup and this is the result.
Pros:
- very pretty
- soft material, feels good against the skin
- sturdy band, true to size
- natural, understated shape
- good support

Cons:
- cups are bell-like and deep, and there's something strange in their shape. The highest point of the breast is below the nipple => profile is droopy. Not by much and it doesn't show under a thicker shirt, but still. I wouldn't call this shape "balconette".
- Won't suit top-full breasts as the top of the cup is tight. Quadraboob is ... a hairsbreadth away!
- cups are spaced out wide.
- the underwires are still quite high.

Despite this bra not being a perfect fit, I'll keep it. It's not bad by any means, just not perfect á la Freya Lacey.

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Edit: The Elsa softens considerably after a few washes and seems to shape itself according to my breasts. Result: it's REALLY comfortable! Okay, so the shape is not my preferred EM perky, but the bra is so wonderful to wear that I'll forgive that little detail.

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Updated on Jan 13, 2013 Flag this

I really like this bra. It's my first Ewa Michalak halfcup, and I can't believe how fabulous it is. The shape it gives is amazing, the material is incredibly comfortable, it looks so beautiful and light - hey, I can't remember the last time I found a girly, powdery floral, vintage inspired bra in my size! This will definitely go straight to my favourites list. If there's anything negative, it's perhaps the straps. They are very soft, they feel very comfortable, actually so much so that I'm wondering just how much they will stretch with wear. ...or then I'm just being a pessimist. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" ... alt=":)" /> All in all, a great bra.

Edit: Well, I've gained some weight, and unfortunately it's all gathered into my already nicely shaped rump and ample bosom. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_mrgreen.gif" alt=":D" /> So right now I'm spilling slightly over the topd of the cups. The stretching I mentioned in my first rewiew did happen, although not in the straps but in the band, which is now a bit too loose. I have it on the last hook and it still rides up a bit. Shame, for the bra still feels great on.
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Updated on Aug 15, 2012 Flag this

I like this bra a lot, even though I'm not quite happy with the support it gives. In a scale 1-10 I'd give it a 7 for support, whereas I'd give Enell a 9,5, Bravissimo Inspire a 9 and Royce a 6.5. In other words, yeah, it's good for most low impact sports, but for running or martial arts I'll still go for Enell and Bravissimo. If you use the racerback option the support is a bit better, but I still think there's too much upward bounce.
The bra looks good, a definite plus. The colours (I have the grey-lilac) are really nice and it's the only sports bra I've had that gives a decent-looking shape under shirts. Not too pointy and not a uni-boob.
It's also extremely comfortable on, the straps are great and the wires are well padded. A shame they don't make it in larger cups than H. (HINT!!!)

Updated on Jun 27, 2012 Flag this

This is my first properly fitting EM CH-style bra, the previous being the CH Lato, which had a too loose band. Since I now have a couple of CHPs that fit perfectly, reviewing this one is easier.
Now, the shape I get with the CH Biszkopty is uncannily like the one I get with my Belle Modeste custom made overbust corset. Very rounded, very uplifted and quite narrow from the front. I don't see much difference to the CHPs, but may be because in this big cupsize the fine points of construction are lost. The basic model works magnificently, however.
Pros:
- Ewa has obviously patented the gravity-defying ... support. And thank goodness for that! https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_mrgreen.gif" alt=":D" />
- The shape (rounded, perky) knocks just about anyone off their feet - simply perfection
- Soft materials all over
- Very sturdy band. Now this is what I'd call "tight". Hope it'll hold its shape better than the Ch Lato, which had a sadly stretchy band.
- Good, neutral powder colour, disappears under light shirts.

Cons:
- In JJ cup the bra is indeed sturdy. It may distract those who subconsciously want a bralette. Beware, the Biszkopty is IMO padded a bit more thickly than the other padded EMs.
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Updated on Feb 04, 2013 Flag this

A very good bra, although the center front could be lower. If I have to bend over, they'll poke into my chest. The shape this bra gives is an upfront and center perky, my DH says it's positively wicked nice. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> The bra is sturdy, so the support is good. Doesn't stretch out with wear and the lace is solid but not scratchy. Nice colour (wine red/graphite).

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Edit: I ordered another one of these and hey presto - no poking anywhere! The older bra's wires seem to sit further up in the front and lower under the arms than the new one's. The difference is 7 mm or so, but it counts.

Updated on Jan 30, 2012 Flag this