I'm probably going to take the band in a bit on this, because it fits me perfectly otherwise. The straps are a good distance apart an have a comfortable padding (like the other two masquerade models I've tried). The band seems a bit stretchier than the others, however. This is the largest size I've gotten yet, but it seems to be a good volume with two vertical seams, wires that are wide enough, and cups that are open at the top (really good for my shape).
Updated on Mar 31, 2014 Flag this
While this bra doesn't fit perfectly, and I would trade it for the 28DD in heart beat, I'll still keep it. The wires poke me in the sternum a bit, more when I slouch. The cups are just a bit too small, but nothing noticeable since there is kind of a thick line at the top of the cup (which are shaped in such a way that any quad boobing is minimized), and the lace masks it a bit as well since it extends just over the top of the cup. It gives a good shape, and so it can look good under most shirts. However, the two vertical seems and the thick edge of the cups are fairly noticeable under t-shirts. The band is very stiff, but it's true to size. The straps are fairly thick on the shoulder, and ridiculously comfortable. I also love the details of the lace as well as the look and feel of the material.
Updated on Mar 23, 2014 Flag this
I would tell a friend about this, since it's supportive and comfortable. I haven't had it long, so I don't know how it will stretch, but for me personally the initial fit seems like it will continue to be good. It does poke a tiny bit at the center gore with the underwire, but it's really not that noticeable, even by the end of the day.
Also, it looks suspiciously like this:
http://www.herroom.com/montelle-9012-coquette-demi-lace-bra.shtml
Updated on Mar 03, 2014 Flag this
So, the cups on this are actually fairly deep, but the wire was rather too narrow for me. I removed them after measuring and plan to replace them, which is the only obstacle to this lovely bra fitting me. My measurements and review are based on the original.
Updated on Mar 02, 2014 Flag this
This is really comfortable. I often have issues with bands that are tight enough feeling TOO tight, but this one is great. I think it's the wide elastic at the bottom of the band, it's really stretchy, but fits well.
The wires are perfect for my shape and I can barely feel them. Also, it has a leotard back, so the straps curve in toward the center of my back and sit very comfortably for me even though I have fairly sloped shoulders.
It's definitely not terribly suitable as a t-shirt bra, since the top edges of the cups are pretty thick, but it looks nice on its own and would likely work under other types of shirts or dresses. The cups are very low cut, and it's a different look than I'm really used to, but there's nothing wrong with that at all.
Updated on Mar 12, 2014 Flag this
This bra fits me so well! The underwires are shorter than the Rhea, so they don't poke me in the chest. The band doesn't have much stretch, but it is true to size. The single vertical seam in the cups has done what everyone said it would, which is give cleavage I didn't even know I had! The shape they create is a bit different than what I'm used to, but there's nothing wrong with it. I kind of what to say the cups make my breasts look a bit pointy. The straps are comfortable, but sometimes slip since they're so far apart.
Updated on Mar 24, 2014 Flag this
I've only had this for a couple of days, but it's definitely one of the best fitting bras I've had. In only a few situations have I noticed ever so slight gapping at the top of the cups, but since they aren't half cups and I have shallow breasts that makes sense. It's comfortable overall, since the wires aren't perfectly rigid.
Updated on Mar 02, 2014 Flag this
This is definitely not for wide root, full on bottom shallow breasts if this is generally your size. I got extreme gapping in the top of the cups and the wires were too narrow.
Updated on Mar 23, 2014 Flag this
The lace detailing at the top, while gorgeous, cuts back in too dramatically for my shallow breasts. Because of this and the fact that this is a soft cup bra, the part where the lace is stitched to the rest of the cup wrinkles. This isn't my usual size, so I fasten it on the second hook and the band is perfectly comfortable. The straps are nice as well, soft and fairly wide, as well as fully adjustable. The wires are a little narrow for me, but when the band is fastened at the right size it's not noticeable.
It's a beautiful bra, so I couldn't stop myself from buying it even though I was pretty sure it wouldn't fit me perfectly. I'm planning on altering the seam that wrinkles, and it'll look lovely. It still won't be my best fitting bra, but I'm just enchanted with the look of it.
Updated on Mar 23, 2014 Flag this
