USA
Preferred shape:
round but not too round, front and center shape higher on chest

I need:
Very very narrow ... center gore
Average wires -- not too narrow and not too wide.
Cups that allow some volume on top but not too much; same on the bottom. I think I'm center weighted, slightly bottom but kinda center.

I want:
Lower side wings since I'm short
Side support
Stable construction
Cups that keep my boobs from jiggling (the lacy bit on top of most Fantasie bras but not solid material.
3 hooks at most
colored straps, in case they show (i.e. not white)
Bras that match my skin tone (boring, I know, but more versatile)

I dislike:
straps too far apart
too wide wires
too high wires
too high side wings
too stretchy bands
a lot of projection, but I do like some.
I hate - too pointy or too round, east west, and seams that go right over the nipples so that they 1) chafe and 2) show under clothing.
White bras.

My Fave Bras so far:
Altered Fantasie Lisbeth 32G

My most comfortable bra:
Fantasie Lizbeth 32G (altered)

My PMS bra:
Not an issue any more!

The ones that got away:

Wish list:
One that really fits. Fantasie with straps that angle in at the back so they don't slip. I'm starting to think got lucky finding Fantasie early on.
Cleo Lucy shape without the part where my boobs ooze over the middle trying to escape

I also am starting to realize I will have to alter any bra to make it fit perfectly. And why not: I have to shorten sleeves on any long-sleeve blouse or jacket. I often have to alter other aspects of clothing. It took me a long time to realize I am perfect--clothing is not, and I need to make it fit me.
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