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Elle Macpherson Intimates » The Body Smooth Balconnet Bra (E221-1169B) » 34B 34:2
Issue resolved
I tightened the straps just a bit to wear it "hihger" and the other issues were too minor to worry about. Overall I'm pleased with the fit.
Original problem
I think this bra fits pretty well. I fill the cups but they seem to be closing off at the top (as most of my bras do), I'm beginning to think it's me and not the bras because I'm so shallow. The cups measure narrower than most of my other bras but I don't think it's causing a problem, but would like your feedback.
It is very comfortable to wear and doesn't dig in anywhere, it looks smooth under clothes with no weird shape or bumps or lumps.
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helpfulWhat matters most is that you feel comfortable and confident when wearing it.
If you want to nit pick, the cups may be a tad narrow, but you don't seem to have much breast tissue on the side so it is not poking you on the breast or the armpits. Have you fully scooped yourself into the cups?
I don't think that the top of the cup is a problem, if it looks smooth and it does not feel bad then it should be good to go.
How do you feel the back? From the measurements it looks like it is good tight, so the cups won't move much after a while wearing it.
It looks like a good fit
Updated on October 22, 2014 Flag this
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thelittleone If the band feels too tight you can wear a band/bra extender. It will make the bra and band last longer too. Don't make yourself suffer. If a band feels too tight on my bony ribs, I don't even think twice about a band/bra extender. :)
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Nayanya I had tried an extender with it but it made the straps just a little too wide for my sloping shoulders. So, After wearing it for a few hours the band has loosened up plenty. Thanks for the suggestion.
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helpfulThe bra is sitting low, below your inframammary fold, possibly because it is too shallow on the bottom, if not that, then it is classic orange in a glass and the wires are too narrow. The cutting in at the top is classic with shallow boobs but those with a tall root - a half cup with wider wires is worth a try, especially if the outer wires are cutting into breast tissue which is never a good thing.
Updated on November 2, 2014 Flag this
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You are right, it is a little shallow on the bottom. I think it's designed that way to provide a little extra "push" without padding.
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helpfulIf you're comfortable in it, and it's causing no issues, I'd say keep it
When you get a bra that fits better, you can always give it away to someone else who needs it!Updated on November 18, 2014 Flag this
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No! Don't give it away! You can alter it. :)
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helpfulI think it looks good and yeah if you wear it just a tad higher you would have more room on top of the cups maybe?
If I had an Elle Macpherson bra fit me that good(as good as it fits you), I would keep it. Elle Macpherson's bras are original and beautiful. And they all look different. Updated on November 14, 2014 Flag this
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As joanna1970 mentioned above, the bottom of the cup is a bit shallow. I have tightened the straps a bit and that has seems to have helped. Thanks. Overall I'm happy with this bra, and the minor fit issues are not a big enough deal to stop me from enjoying this bra.
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Thanks. I think you're right, the cups could be a little wider but it doesn't seem to be a problem. The band is good and snug on the last set of hooks, more so than I'm used too but not uncomfortably so, all locked in, and I suppose it will loosen with time.
Yeah, I think it's a keeper, I just needed a little confirmation, thanks.