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Curvy Kate » Gia Balcony Bra (CK2101) » 32K 32:15
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Curvy Kate bras (even the new cut) and I are not meant to be. Also the bras are not supportive enough for a 32K! I will stick to other brands.
Original problem
When I got this bra recently, it seemed to fit me quite well. It was a bit on the smaller side, but no severe issues. (light quadboob)
But then - suddenly it started to show it's true evil nature:
folding on bottom of the cups, and boobs overspill on top. It's not comfy anymore. The straps dig into my shoulders and I feel not secure and supported in it.
Should I try a bigger cup size or just give up on Curvy Kate bras for good? *frustrated*
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CK is cut very shallow in the bottom (or at least in their larger cups, I can't answer for the smaller ones). That's why you're getting the folding in the cup, there's not enough immediate projection. It's the same as your Daily Boost, your breast can't fill the base of the cup as there isn't enough room, and so the apex shimmies down and you slide out the top.
I love the look of CK bras, both the bras themselves, and under a shirt (except for the Princess because whoever put raised dots on a bra really wasn't thinking), but they're just not a comfortable fit for me. I'm feeling like perhaps you may be the same, though maybe for different reasons. Something like this may be okay as a special occasion bra, but most of the CK unpadded stuff is really similar (I've tried Princess, Emily, Angel, Portia and.... Gia I think), so if you're getting that bottom gapping in one, you'll get it in all of their unpadded. I really want to like Curvy Kate bras, but the really shallow cups just make them not the right choice.
A bigger cup size with tight straps would probably give you a more secure fit, but you'd still have the problems with the space at the bottom (and the band will be bigger obviously, which would require alteration). If it's cute and comfy, you could give it a go, but I don't think that you're ever going to get a really spot on fit in any size.
Updated on July 1, 2013 Flag this
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I love the seafoam colourway so much! Stop tempting me to buy all your bras. I know this will fit me like rubbish, but CK is so cute and round, and I love the colour.
I'd love to see how it works out for you with more stable wires. I'm still trying to figure out where I can get stable wires from which are short enough to insert at the right width. I'm halfway tempted to go hit up our local Bendon factory outlet with a tape measure and get some of their super clearance stuff if it fits (they have bras for $5-$10, and carry up to a G cup, so I'm thinking I may get good wire width and length). I mean, people walk into bra shops every day with a tape measure right? :P
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Do you want my Gia ? :D
I just got a 34K Lottie and cup-volume and tallness of wires of 34K is right for me. 32K Gia is just too small on me and wires are too low to keep me in. (about the Lottie, I have to say things – but I will on a seperat adventure / fit request)
So if you are interested, I could sell you the Gia together with Jasmine and Bonnie.
Then the postage to your country would really pay off :D :D -
Hnnnnnng. I know that it won't fit me properly, but I still kind of want it. Fit issues aside, I look so round and pretty in CK. How much do you want for it?
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I was just about to send you a message anyway, so let's talk price there :)
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helpfulYes it is rolling in at the bottom. It is taking in your T-shirt along with it. As it is seen in your pic you have a fuller boobs and it is ample so may be CK does not have that much depth. What I would suggest you try some higher cup sizes which encompasses your entire breast and also a size larger band size to compensate for the fold. Don't give up on CK even I am planning to buy something from CK even though I know there could be some issues but its worth taking that risk with CK.
Updated on July 6, 2013 Flag this
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I just got an Curvy Kate Lottie (CK1601) in 34K in and it fits better when it comes to cup-volume and depth! So Gia is really just to shallow on bottom and cups are too small.
Why are all these Curvy Kate bras that cute and pretty??? I would buy like all of them if only they would fit me better :D
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helpfulI feel your pain, though, I keep eyeing up Curvy Kate and sternly telling myself no. I understand that CK is reformulating its fit to have a bit more depth, but plan to wait for reviews to come in on the spring 2014 season's new colors/models before considering a trial.
Updated on July 1, 2013 Flag this
Sadly I think that CK and me are just not meant to be. Even with the imporved cut! It' a pity since their bras are sooooo pretty!!!
Since I owe tenfour a message since forever (i'm so sorry for delay) if I want to exchange my old PL Carmen against her 34K Gia, 34K Lottie, or 32K Emily – and I have to decide on one – I will take the chance and try one of them in a bigger size. Since My old Tangos lie around here, I can exchange wires and look if CK get more stable with better wires. I love such things! It will be so interesting to see what works and what not!!