Airymoon

Alterations: Reduced cups, straps moved in, cookie pockets, 1 cm extra depth at the wire. The first three were done, unsure about the extra depth. But since this fits better than my Lavender with reduced cups only, I think they did add 1 cm—or maybe it's because this cut is less closed than the other plunges.

This is almost perfect, but since I requested the same alterations on two other bras that don't fit (one actually ended up smaller than the first iteration with reduced cups only), I'm not exactly hopeful that this can be replicated. I'll just be satisfied that I finally got the cute bra-print bra, on ... the fourth try. I've basically been doing all these trials for the bra and bird prints 😂

I really love Comexim, but the hit or miss alterations are getting to me. Especially since I've had three Avocado orders in a row that were pretty great, not always the *perfect* fit bc I need the shortest bras, but all wearable and fancy.

I've been all over the place on what to do, but I think I'm probably better off sticking with 55J 3HC, maybe with extra depth at the wire, to minimize disappointments or—if I ever want to take another chance (probably not lol)—55J plunge with reduced cups (13.5-14 cm cup height seems to be my sweet spot), straps moved in, reduced gore.

Or I'll just shop around some more until I can find a sure thing, because I do like the less cake-y shape of the plunge. I asked about the Ewa Michalak S today, and it seems like the cup height is similar to the Comexim reduced cup plunges in this size range, so maybe I'll try that sometime. Wide-set straps might be worth it for a consistent cut.

Update: Ewa Michalak S starts at 55G. I think that might be too large for me, but I'll keep it in mind.
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Reduced cups, straps moved in, cookie pockets, 1 cm extra depth at the wire

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Updated on Aug 05, 2021 Flag this

I've heard conflicting answers on whether Comexim will reduce half cups. In my order notes, I said that I needed to size up from 55H and thought 55HH cups might be too tall. I think the alteration was made since the cup height is similar to my 55Hs but I'm not sure.

Edit: This fits like a 26F. I ordered a regular 55HH to compare. If I still need more depth, then I might try a 55J with reduced cups, straps moved in, and reduced/overlapping gore sometime.

Also, the package was trackable on 17track.net. I could see when it arrived in the US and when it was handed over for delivery.

Update: The cup height and depth are just slightly different from my unaltered 55HHs, so I don't know if it's due to the alteration or regular handmade variation. They all fit similarly, like a 26F and too small for me. I guess I underestimated my size change; trying 55J next.

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Asked for reduced cups and cookie pockets

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Updated on Jun 04, 2021 Flag this

I'm in between 60E and 60F on the Avocado size chart. Their advice is to pick the larger one if you're between sizes, but the 60E was a better fit for me. Maybe because I'm FOB? The 60F cups were too deep and tall. Tbh I might have gone with a 60D if they made that size, since this is still a bit taller in the cups than I need (the depth is fine though). If they reduced cups like Comexim it would be great.

The band is comfortable, snug for a 28. I can wear it on the last hook without it affecting the fit of the ... cups, but rides up a little on me (26FF). I definitely prefer a tighter band, but it'll do.

Prices are higher on the English site due to VAT btw, which I didn't realize.

Edit: saw in one of the product descriptions to size down if you're in between for the HCT/HCQ styles. The NF runs smaller, but they suggested I stay with 60E for that style so I'll try that sometime.

Update: The NF does not suit my shape at all. Maybe it's for someone more FOT? It fit like a Panache Jasmine I tried a couple months ago, where the cups were maybe the right depth but empty/gaping on top.
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Red colorway

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I tried this bra in my usual 26FF, 26G, and 26GG.

26FF was the right height and I considered keeping it just for that reason. But it cut in, felt tight, and turned my breast tissue into back squish. 26GG was a better fit in the cups, felt comfortable in the band, but was too tall overall.

So I settled on 26G, but I could use a smidge more depth so the band still feels tight. The wings are a little too high and/or the cups are a little too wide, so they're in my armpits and not super comfortable (maybe this wouldn't be a problem for ... taller people? or shallower shapes?). The material itself is comfortable and the plushy straps are nice. I've been striking out with wireless bras/bralettes lately, so I'm going to keep this one and see how it goes. I might not buy another unless there's a Factory Seconds sale and/or I really like the color. I think the Ava is kind of a shape mismatch and the Wren 26FF is a better fit (still a little too tall though).

I also tried the hipster briefs. I'm usually an XS so I got size 6. They're kind of an odd fit. The crotch isn't as wide as my other XSs and they seem to run a little large. I want to like them, but wouldn't buy again.

Anyway, I recommend sizing up for the Ava. If you're projected you might want two sizes up, but then it might be too tall for you.

Edit: After wearing it for a while, the band does feel more comfortable. I still prefer the Wren, but I'd get the Ava again in fun colors. And it's not as visible under shirts as I thought it would be (I usually wear padded).

Update: I got a few more Avas during the recent sale. They're supportive enough for low impact workouts and hiking, and more comfortable than sports bras for me.
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Black colorway

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I've been wanting to try this for a while because of the minimalist back, but I wasn't sure how it would work out as a 26FF. My sister size, UK 28F/US 28G, is a M/L according to the Uye Surana size chart. But I thought I might as well try XS/S too since 28 bands sometimes feel too stretchy.

XS/S is too small in the cups and feels tight even with the straps extended all the way, but the band is fine. It might work for a 28E though.

The M/L is more comfortable, but the cups are a little too tall and the band is too loose. I like the color and strappy back, plus the lace is almost smooth under clothes, so I'm going to see if I can get the band shortened somehow.

I contacted customer service about sizing (because a S/M would have been nice but that's not on the table) and they said they would let the designer know that there is interest in 26 bands.

Rosewood colorway

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Apparently I still don't know what a proper fit looks like since I thought the 26F wasn't too bad, but this is so much better. Narrow, projected, true to size band, almost perfect. The cups are a bit too tall (I've heard this style is for taller roots) and closed for me, but it's pretty enough that I'm probably keeping it.

Update: Maybe it's tissue migration or just a slight size change, but now there's a little quadding on my larger side. Someday I'll try 26FF and 26G in another style.

Update 2: 26G was a better fit in the cups, but overall too tall/wide. They have pretty stuff, but I don't think KH is for me.

Blush colorway

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I was really tempted to try a CHP again even though EM straps are so wide-set. I guess I was hoping it wasn't as bad as I remembered 😂. The BM I tried recently wasn't that bad, but it also wasn't quite the right size. I have to push the straps higher up on my shoulders so they don't feel about to slip off, and that causes a little gaping. ​

The band is a snug 28/60. It's comfortable on the second/third hook (there are four sets) for me. If I end up getting another CHP, I might try a 55FF if possible since I prefer 26 bands.

The beige ... is actually an ok match for my skintone (for reference, it's deeper than the Comexim basic). The wires are kind of firm, not rock hard like Panache but not as soft as Comexim. Gores don't usually bother me, but this one feels a little stabby due to the wires. And maybe because of the height as well, somehow? It's shorter than most of my other bras.

Compared to my 55J Comexim 3HC, this has a little more depth at the wire and apex projection, so it's a better fit for me (a smidge too large on smaller days—or maybe that's just the gaping from the straps—but not worth sizing down). It's a shame, because I would buy more if I could get the straps moved in. I've heard that they don't do alterations but if my next Comexims don't work out, maybe I'll ask anyway.

Anyway, this is almost my short/deep cup holy grail, but I think Comexim is my brand since they'll do just about any alteration as long as they understand it, and have cute prints.

Update: I contacted Ewa. Size 55FF is possible (I heard getting 55 bands has been difficult lately, but maybe it depends on the style), strap placement can't be changed.

Update 2: 55FF solves the strap problem for me. Breaking it in with an extender though.
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Updated on Aug 24, 2021 Flag this

Reduced cups 2cm, straps moved in, reduced gore 1cm. I ordered one plunge and one 3HC, but received two plunges, great lol.

The cup height is about 1cm shorter than the reduced cup 55J Rozalia I tried and about 0.5cm taller than my reduced cup 55HHs. So maybe the default reduction is 1cm and I should always request 2cm?

It's about 1cm deeper than my 55HHs (which are wearable, but I feel a little smushed by the end of the day). This size is a true fit for me, which means I should have gotten cookie pockets to pad my smaller side, so I'll probably only wear it on larger days and remember to request cookie pockets in the future.

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Reduced cups, straps moved in, reduced gore

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Updated on Sep 17, 2021 Flag this

The cup width is about the same as the 3HC 55HHS, but the cups are more projected. The difference is less than a cm (but I never know if I'm measuring accurately), but because of the shape, it's the difference between 3HC tight overspill vs slight fluffing on my larger side. Fits like the unlined plunge.

Should have asked to have the straps moved in since they are wider than I prefer. It's not quite the best fit so I'm trying a customized 55J next.

Update: I tried a 55J with reduced cups/gore and straps moved in. It's still too tall though, so the apex is too high on ... my smaller side. I think I'm in between sizes, and my ideal bra would be a 55J with extra reduced cups or a 55HH with extra depth. Since the 55J would be unwearable if not reduced enough, I might try a 55HH again sometime (esp since the wire width is fine, or will be with deeper cups).

Update 2: I asked Comexim how much they usually reduce cups, and if they could be reduced more. They said I could "write what the height of the cups should be," which is very intriguing, and that they could add about 1cm depth at the the wire.

Update 3: Apparently 55J with 2cm reduced cups fits better.
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Reduced cups

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Updated on Dec 09, 2021 Flag this

The depth is fine, but the cups and gore are too tall. I guess it's just a shape mismatch for me (functionally short/FOB).

Blush colorway

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