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Ordered this 38 before I was sure in my new sizing. Seems like I'm having a smaller busted day than I was the first time I tried it on, or I did a better job adjusting for fit. Got the gore to tack, but the underwire is a touch too narrow for me, hitting at the edge of the breast tissue, and I am quite near to a spill over, though still just barely in at the top. I adore the brightness of this colorway, mint lace on a yellow lining. Mesh wing lining, three sets of two hooks, and a fully adjustable strap length. Will definitely try a 36F next time, as I think an E would have been a better fit at this band size.

Peppermint colorway

Updated on Jul 13, 2015 Flag this

Wide underwire;gore tacks; cups wrinkle just a bit at the gore but lay flat across the curve of the breast. I think this is because there is no elastic or anything trying to tack down the scrolling edges of the lace. The edges could definitely irritate someone with sensitive skin, I can feel them late into the day but its still fairly comfortable. This nude is exactly the shade of my super pale skin, would definitely contrast more between the seamed and unseamed parts of the cup on anyone even a little more tan. Bought when I was still unsure about sizing down to 36, the band stays in place but isn't as snug as I like.Nice metal hardware

Updated on Jun 29, 2015 Flag this

The design of this bra is very flattering once adjusted properly, but it only fits right on the tightest band setting. I should probably be in a 36. Love the gold, wish this color was used more often!

Black and Gold colorway

Updated on Jun 18, 2015 Flag this

Sheer polka dot unlined underwire plunge bra with lace detail. Print continues on the back and the nice wide straps. Yes, I like wide straps! This made me happy. The top part of the cup seems to shape a bit more diagonal or flat than I'm used to, but still gives a nice overall curve. There is a little bit of extra room along the top seam but not enough to wrinkle so I don't think going down a cup would work, but I might test it if I see a 36E just to be sure.

Black Dot colorway

Updated on Jul 28, 2015 Flag this

Claudette Encore is a wonderful thing! $10/bra, so of course I tried my size down since the fit on 36F wasn't perfect. The 34 band is nice and supportive, and the little bit of wrinkling I had in the cup on the 36 is gone. Checkmark the size on this one.

Neon Green colorway

Updated on Jul 22, 2015 Flag this

Fits exactly like the Retro. Tried on in my local shop, owner commented she hadn't had it fit anyone else who tried it. Fits best a full all over, separated type. Did not buy because I needed to replace my sports bra first and because I would much prefer the blue or black colorways, but may yet pick it up if still there next time.

Beige colorway

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Updated on Jun 21, 2015 Flag this

This poor thing is old and badly cared for. Last survivor of my first round of buying after getting properly fitted. I remember it having a nice typical balcony effect on the cleavage, and it's held up pretty well for the abuse it suffered. Fabric around the underwire has a tendency to roll and there are some snags in the embroidery, so it's time to retire it I think.

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Updated on Jun 25, 2015 Flag this

My first proper set. With a pretty pretty robe. Fun pattern, the wings are sheer mesh. Cups lightly padded (or thickly lined), but the padding is a bit stiff? I am thinking this should soften with wear. Nice hardware on the straps, fully adjustable. Cups are plenty big and band fits nicely on loosest hook, but it takes some finagling to get the gore set where it should. Gap at the gore, but the wires aren't resting on the breast. I think it's the firmness/sepatation of the cups. Bra creaks at the gore where the underwires meet. Nice cakes on a plate style lift.

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Updated on Jun 19, 2015 Flag this

Bought this as a stopgap when my Anita died. Was solidly a 38 at the time, but went with 36 for tightness on the stretchy band. So the cups were wrong sized to start with, and the shape is flattened out to the sides. Also, the straps don't tighten well enough and turn in their fasteners in the back while putting the bra on. The material is nice, design is decent, and the padded cups are removable, but this doesn't come in a workable size for me.

Updated on Jun 18, 2015 Flag this