Bra fitting help » High center gore feels strange
Panache » Envy Balconnet Bra (7285) » 36F 36:7
Issue resolved
The bra wasn't comfortable (wires) even though it fit correctly so I returned it.
Original problem
I was recently fit at Nordstrom after wearing the wrong size (VS) for years. The fitter wasn't the best so I'm not 100% confident that she put me in the right sizes. This bra is a different shape than what I usually wear and has a higher center gore. The bra itself feels comfortable and it doesn't seem like I'm spilling out anywhere. It gives really great lift and isn't too pointy.
It does seem like the center gore might start to bother me (I haven't worn it all day yet) and the wires seem very far out on the sides and possibly not tall enough.
I put my measurements into the calculator and I'm getting recommendations for FF and G in most brands but it seems like the F cup is okay in this bra.
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helpfulI personally find Panache's wires just too firm,even in a plunge style,while others love how firm they are.Different brands have different levels of wire firmness.
Updated on December 20, 2014 Flag this
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helpfulThe cup looks alright as does the general fit. However since the bra is new, it might need a few washes before it is broken in. Perhaps a bra extender would make it more comfortable for now? It also might be that a high gore isn't great for your shape. I'd recommend looking into plunges and bras that have lower gores perhaps?
Updated on December 20, 2014 Flag this
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helpfulYou definitely could not go up in the cup here. This is a pretty good fit. If the gore starts to bother you, gently bend the wires so they don't poke.
Updated on December 20, 2014 Flag this
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helpfulLate comment, but it looks like a good fit and a good match for your measurements. The only newer Panache that I have is the 36FF - Panache » Jasmine (6951) . The gore tacks firmly, but I do tend to get a stabbing feeling when I lean over in it. Panache definitely has firm wires.
Updated on January 1, 2015 Flag this
The wires did feel more firm than some of my other bras. Interesting, at the end of the day the center gore hadn't left red marks but the outside wires had since they came so far out under my arms.