It's a Gazeta! It's a Gazeta! It's a Gazeta! I'm a lucky girl indeed! Band runs small, cups run either taller or about a half size-ish big. Overall I find it comfortable, others may disagree. Immediate projection is good, the wires are a little wider than other CH/Ps, and I don't care! It's a Gazeta!
I'm so envious of your bradrobe! I wonder if all Gazetas run a fraction large, or just this particular one? Are EM cups usually TTS/a little on the small side?
slowb I've had two Gazetas and they were both large in the cup and small in the band.
So cute!!! Lovely on you!!
What a lovely bra. Looks wonderful on you and looks to fit you perfectly.
slowb I've tried 5 EM half cups. The Lawenda 65F runs big in both band and cup. The Stalowka 65F ran small in band and TTS cups. Gazeta runs small band, big-ish cups. My CH Bizkopty 65FF ran small in the cups, the band was altered. The CH Cherry 65FF ran enormous everywhere. I think it's kinda hit and miss unfortunately.
This is absolutely gorgeous!
Good to know, thank you jlcl119 and lcl0706 ! You guys are all so helpful :) I don't know how people buy bras without bratabase!!
I saw this bra on Ewa Michalak's Facebook and immediately sent an email asking for it. I stupidly ordered it in a size too small, but other than that I love it so much! Since it's currently not available, I'm going to hold on to it despite being a smidge too small.
Pros: Gorgeous lace, big bows, firm band, removable cleavage straps, full adjustable regular straps.
Cons: Won't be 'nude' on everyone, too small (my fault), lace has loose threads all over.
I can see that it’s too small. But this bra is definitely a keeper!
Oh my goodness, this is gorgeous!
This looks AH-mazing on you!!!
Sooooooo beautiful!
I love, love, love that set. It is soooo pretty. I cannot wait until it comes out.
Wow! That's beautiful on you !!! Cannot wait for its release!!
Wow, this bra makes me want to retry the SM cut. If you feel like selling it I’ll take it lol
I love this it’s so pretty!
Beautiful!!! Makes me want to try the SM cut but I have a phobia of unlined bras... Mostly because I don't have the self confidence to wear them and feel awkward in them.
Omg! GORGEOUS! Does it come with the extra set of straps to adorn the chest?
This looks incredible!
LeProfessor Yes, it comes with the straps in a convenient little pouch!
pumkinswife I love the SM! I would recommend starting with a BM or an SF cut first. The fabric is a little thing and hide nipples better.
This is one of my favorite bras that Ewa Michalak has recently released. I hope she continues to use more embroidery in the future!
I've been searching for bras that fit for years, and I have only finally just got around to trying Ewa Michalak. I know, I know. I'm excited to report that my first attempt at an unlined Ewa is actually a pretty great fit. I just made it into the available size range with a 65F. I usually struggle with unlined seamed bras, so I was pleasantly surprised. The only slight fit issue is that the wires are a little tall under the arm for me. I had more success with this bra than the unlined Comexims I ordered at the same time, which I will also be reviewing soon. Full review of the 65F - Ewa Michalak » Sm Czarna Mgiełka (481) on my blog!
Yay, glad it fits! I love the look of these transparent-style Ewas too.
This is a nice one. I had a cup size up and liked it, but I found the band to be a bit too tight and I ended up selling it.
Thanks for the review, and congrats on the fit! I tried the same bra in 65G and it was too big. But it’s really pretty and so narrow and deep.
Congratulations on"stumbling upon" a great fit! You said the nipples line up with the seam. Does that eliminate he "poke thru" problem or s that still an issue?
billi09 The seams do help with that as they "cover up" quite a bit, but it's not a big problem for me usually with unlined bras so YMMV!
Congrats on your bra win, as happy2brashop says :) I really want to try this one but I can only get it directly from EM and I’ve discovered trying to do returns with them is a disastrous experience. I’m hoping a local store will get this one soon!
Thank you for this review! How would you say coverage compares to BM? Similar?
The only BM I own is the BM Naomi and I think as far as cup height goes, they are very similar. A little more coverage than an S or SM.
Thanks for your review. I’m desperate for a T-shirt bra for under light weight knits and never can find anything projected enough. The SM shape fits me pretty well though so this is going on my to try list
Looks great on you and the colour really is gorgeous!
Very lovely!!
I have this and like it quite a lot! I also don't feel like it's super lifted, but certainly very round and projected.
I was always curious about this one, and it looks great on you! Glad for the review.
Apparently I can't edit, but the straps on that should be fully adjustable. If you have a rat tail comb (or something similar) wiggle the top loop loose (the one on top) and then it should be easier to make the straps shorter. Just fyi for next time. :)
Thanks everyone! So glad I didn't give up on it when it didn't work out at first. Definitely an awesome bra. gratiat You're right, they are!! Thanks to your tip about the comb, I was able to get the green half of the straps through the loops. Took me about 5 minutes to do because the stitching made the straps stiff and thick but it finally gave in. Tried it on after and the lift is definitely improved, too. Just when I thought I couldn't like this bra more... You're a lifesaver, haha. Thanks! :D
I had to do that with my Syrena. It's amazing how much difference just a little adjustment can make. On the upside, they don't slip during wear.
I have been covetting this bra for awhile and finally decided to go for it. So glad I did! It fits like a glove and compared to my other Ewa in a 100 band this one definitely is more firm and stretches to 39" comfortably whereas my others can stretch to 40" easily. Cup depth seems shallower as well but could be the S cut. I will need to compare with my other S. The only recommendation I would have is to make the harness style straps a little longer for wider bands. I cannot use the smallest one without it cutting in and pulling the straps of the bra inward. Not the best look. Other than that I have enough strapping options with the others it came with. Another great bra by Ewa! Wish she had more colors as I would get another for sure in a different color.
I'm in love with this bra! I was so worried that the band would be too tight, or the cups too big, or the straps too wide after my (really long) wait, but everything is pretty much perfect. The band does run a bit tight, and the cups are more closed off than is standard for a CHP. If you have tall roots or upper fullness, size up. They're also a bit stiffer than the other CHPs I own which will make them less flexible in fit. I can't wear this with the removable pads, but I don't think I could size up in the cups without gaping due to my lack of upper fullness. The lift provided by this bra is (as is typical for the style) quite impressive. I really don't know how Ewa does it!
So she still makes 55 bands upon request? I thought she had stopped. That's good news!
Yeah she does for just the custom fee. On a lot of them they list the 55 band sizes, but I've gotten some (that are still on the way) made that didn't have 55 band sizes listed at the bottom.
I adore this bra! It gives great cleavage and lift without the removable pads and crazy-town cleavage with them. The style is short root friendly and accommodates a lot of projection while still keeping a rounded appearance. I think I may be an Ewa Michalak convert https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_razz.gif" alt=":p" />. The attention to detail in the styling is lovely and the crosshatch continues to the back of the bra. The band is (obviously) too large for me, but I'm going to alter it anyways. If you're looking at this style, keep your regular band size because the band does run on the stretchier side of true to size. The straps are wideset and fully adjustable and the clasp is a 2x3. I'm definitely a big fan of the S style! I wasn't sure if I'd like the higher gore, but it gives a nice "Cakes on a Plate" look.
Re: being an EM convert - from the extensive measurement-stalking I've done of EM bras in my size, 9.9 times out of 10 the wires of EM bras are 0.2-0.4" (if not more) wider than Comexim bras in my size. I noticed in your review you pointed out the width & I just wanted to point out that it's probable that would be the case in most EM bras your size. I do believe Comexim is known as the narrowest wires currently available in padded bras.
This bra looks terrific on you! Great review. The style suits you to a T.
You may want to include a link to the product page in your reviews. You could link to the retailer/manufacturer page or even the bratabase page. That way, if it's still available, people could track it down more easily or see measurements and reviews. The Kamea is an older style, so Ewa Michalak will probably take down the page soon, when it's sold out. Then bratabase will be the only place to see it, besides the blogs that reviewed it.
lcl0706 That's really interesting. I had heard as well that Comexim has the narrowest wires in a padded bra, but my Comexim's are all either 5 inches or 4.9 as well. I think they maybe have a minimum wire width that they use that makes your size about the same width as mine.
learningaboutbras That's a great idea! I'll definitely add that. I think that Kamea is only available now in the 3D style on EM's website. I'll definitely add links to the posts I can find things for.
I strongly believe that I was sent the wrong size in this bra. I attempted to remedy the issue with Ewa Michalak directly, but she did nothing but blame my body for the issues with the bra. CH Cherry is very immediately projected, and would work best for full on top or tall rooted shapes. The straps feel cheap and they're very thin. The stitching and finishing on mine is a bit questionable as well.
I'm so sorry! Thank you for sharing. This just cemented for me why I will never buy another EM. I've thought about a ch/chp cut but the overly wide straps don't work for me either I'm a 60FF/65F ish. This is also exactly why I will continue to support Comexim. Amazing bras and stellar customer service.
I just can't believe the attitude that they have as a company. It's stunning. But yes, Anna from Comexim is absolutely lovely! I'll only be buying Ewa through retailers or secondhand from now on.
I won't even buy it through retailers anymore. I don't want to support her company. Now secondhand is another story , but I'd still have to move the straps in which is a pain.
I won't even buy it through retailers anymore. I don't want to support her company. Now secondhand is another story , but I'd still have to move the straps in which is a pain.
Ewa bras are the first bras that I've found that actually fit me, so I'll continue purchasing them, but I'll avoid using purchasing from her directly. I've read so many horror stories. I'd love to try Comexim half-cups, but i'm fairly confident they will not fit me well.
I'm sorry this happened to you, but thanks for the post!
Total crap customer service. Sorry to hear this happened to you. :(
I also found that this bra runs bigger :( I bought the 65F but it was ginormous (because I wore that cup size in Lilia and Onyx) and the 65E I have also is large in the cups. I ended up moving the straps in a little bit and it got rid of the gaping.
it must be so frustrating :( even if I also find the cups in Cherry bigger that in other models, I think it's because they're very open, all CHs I have owned have the same cup depth. your measurements clearly show there's something wrong. if I were you, I would consider sending the bra back with a claim, then they'll have to measure it and observe the problem themselves.
Too bad EM customer service isn´t very good... :-/
Fortunately their bras don´t fit me (I need wider wires) so I cannot buy them anyway. Back when I wore EM bras I also had to move straps in Every Single Time. We all remember how well EM solved that problem, which was so common for many customers...
Yes, your bra is absolutely a mistake, but you already know that :). You know how many CHs and CHPs I have, they're all within the same measurement range even though some are a little more open or a little more closed. They're also all in the same range as all of yours, except this Cherry which is entirely too deep. It really sucks that they are treating you this way, and I agree that it feels a little personal.
What's not to love?? Simple yet sexy, good room at the wire, narrow but not SO narrow it shoves everything out in front a la Cleo. Really, a lovely shape. I'm hooked. I want more.
This looks fantastic! Short-root friendly and projected: woo hoo!!
I so need a nude! My long sleeve white summer garden shirts (I sunburn instantly) won't hide black.
This is perfect on you!
For what it's worth, I am full on top and have tall roots, and SM fits great on me, too. It may be that I had to size up one cup size to get the best fit though (I have not confirmed this theory as I have only tried SM in 65GG. In other brands and in chp I am 65G, but I have not tried SM in 65G, so I am not certain that 65G would cut in or not).
Lovely bra! Was just looking at this one yesterday but opted for an S style instead. Looks great on you! Wear it proudly!
Ayouthfulporpoise good point! Now that you mention it I remember your 65GG review & agree it worked fabulously on you!
that's really pretty. im just amazed that the apex of the bra is really near your nipples/areola. ive never had a bra that fits like that.
I just got this bra today and I love the fit. I usually get a 70J, and I'm not sure if the 70JJ is just overall a better size or if the 4 part cup construction is a better shape match or both, but this bra seems to be a much better fit for me than the 70J S cut bras. I like the color on it, but (in my opinion) its less bright than the website makes it appear. I'm not sure how the color will look on me once summer is over and I lose my tan.
For a little extra info, this band seems to run a little tighter than most of my other EM 70 bands, and this bra has an overlapping gore.
good to know its not quite that bright. in case i ever get desperate.
It is still fairly bright, but I expected something almost neon I guess
I want an S but dont like bright colors. I'm still holding my breath for the magique, but i'm starting to feel desperate! Glad this one fits better. I have considered going up to a K, as my panterra is a little small at times
I think on me the 4 part cups fit better giving more room in the lower cup and better lift . I was thinking about ordering this one in this size but now that I see the depth of only 12.4" I am glad I changed my mind at the last minute and went with my first thought of trying the new sf in a 70k we will see , I am soft so am compressible it might have worked but I am getting tired of squeezing into all my bras half of the month . I will keep this review in mind if I do get this one might have go bigger than I thought . Your review helps a lot thank you for taking the time to measure .
Yeah I was actually surprised by the depth measurement since it's similar to my 70Js so I rechecked and the measurement was right. But I think you're right that the bottom of the cup has more depth, so overall there's still more volume
Ewa manages to hold a lot of boob with very small measurements. i was told partly its due to having such narrow wires, there's less empty space around the outside. Idk. I do mound up over the top a lot.
it always kinda cracks me up that ppl in smaller sizes say the S is very closed on top - it sure is not for me. Its like a cup-of-boob, with the entire top uncovered, almost
I actually do usually find them to be pretty closed on top (though this one definitely isn't). It varies a little based on the bra itself, but my Granatowa Pantera is pretty closed off, though it's fine for me since I'm short rooted. Maybe it's the 3 part versus 4 part construction
I think it looks a lot more closed than yours does, so it might be a cup construction thing. My S Mojito has the same level of openness as your Pantera
Because I think yours have all been a 4 part cup construction whereas up until now, mine have all been 3 part constructions. So I think that's probably where the line is between being kind of closed off on top versus being pretty open on top
oh, right, i was thinking my eden was 70J, but its 75
kermitdafrog21 I too have found not much cup depth difference in 70J vs 70JJ S bras. I guess it's just due to that being the 3-4 part cup jump. It's almost like you have to jump from 70J to 70K to get more room in the cup.
It looks great on you, though! Such a pretty color.
BumbleBean I actually have a 70K that will be here eventually (I found one on allegro really cheaply so I figured why not), so I'll have to compare it when it gets to me. I'm actually not sure exactly which bra it is (they didn't write the name), but its definitely an S cut
it looks sooo good on you!!
I dont think the pictures were up when I first saw this . . .that does look like a much nicer color than i thought
dbmamaz Yeah, I hadn't put up pics yet when you first commented. Its more toned down than the stock photos, and also bluer. Actually oddly enough, I realized its the same color as my computer case, my phone case, and the shirt I was wearing when it arrived lol
I was trying to space my reviews out but I failed. I just love this bra so much I thought I was going to burst if I didn't share it. Unfortunately for me, the band runs a size tight and I need two hooks on an extender to wear it. I know you aren't supposed to wear extenders when you post pictures here but I can't even fasten it without them. The pink strap bows have been swapped for white ones and those two things are pretty much the only negatives I have to say about this bra. Very bridal-vibey-I think it's all the pastel pink and white. ...The thong is also a winner. It's got a very wide band and looks very comfortable. The cups on this bra are narrow and deep and fit me perfectly. I wish the band ran true to size as that's the only flaw I can find in this bra and wearing an extender pushes the strap width to the limits of my comfort. It's absolutely lovely and I can't wait to wear it. As always, full review on my blog. Read more 79 more words
Very VS adjacent style! Thin, stretchy straps and low gore. Fairly tall cups (particularly at the edges) but good immediate projection. Straps are wideset and cups are fairly wide as well. Wires are low, soft, and bendable. The quality overall on this one isn't as great as some of the others I've tried from Ewa. Some of the finishes seem cheap, and the finishes could definitely be improved. Overall though, this is a great choice for a true plunge bra in this size range. The tan backing is warm toned and caramelish.
Magique looks so pretty on you, PetiteCollegiate! About the cheaper finishes on this, CH Cherry, and some other recent works: do you think EM is intentionally going for a more VS style? Or is the quality just declining for no apparent reason (aside from higher profit margins)?
On a side note, that S Magique looks unbanded (ow, no thank you) and awkward? The gore itself is very pretty, but I think the eyelash lace is much prettier without the cup edge extending above it.
Thank you! I do think that the quality of her recent bras is not as good. The price has gone up as well, which makes it more frustrating! Higher profit margins would be my guess, but I don't know what is going on. It could be some factory or labor issue.
And yes, it think it's unbanded. I love that design, but the S isn't my favorite cut. The eyelash lace doesn't extend to the top on mine either. I think it would be prettier sticking out a bit, but I believe that's dependent on cup size.
My first Ewa S bra. I waited literally months for this thing! Surprisingly a better fit than I thought it would be. The band is TTS. It possibly has more room at the wire than other S bras? It is too tall in the cups for my smaller side, but I don't think I could size down. Such is life with short roots. Full write up on the blog.
This looks gorgeous on you! Colette is one of my favorite bras, no question! :)
Thank you!
Actually I think you could probably size down!
Really? I've lost volume lately even since ordering this. I'm definitely not a 28G anymore, been wearing 28FF & 30E/F depending on the bra/shape/tightness of the band. But I'm afraid lefty would be quadding in a 60FF. I had a feeling it would be too tall, but guess I haven't really inspected how much empty space is actually there on my left side.
don't get me wrong, the bra is beautiful and a good enough fit and you should def keep it, but yeah, there's no chance of quad on your bigger side that I can tell.
plus, though the straps will always be a little wide on a balconette, being in the right cup size will move them in more - ewa makes them wide but not THAT wide. it will also bring that cup height right down. a lot of y'all bra bloggers -- and I want to tread carefully because i really do appreciate the service that you provide for the community! -- wear your cups bigger and/or your bands tighter than I would ever fit anyone in. Everyone has the right to wear their bra how they want, but just as wearing it Victoria's secret style with little cups and big band affects the fit, so does the opposite. oh no...I got preachy again...someone stop me... anyway, not that I think you're doing that here, but yeah I think you could go down :)
Hmm. I don't see extra space in my bigger side but I guess I've never tried this bra in a 60FF to find out if it would quad! Usually if it fits righty fine I am bubbling over a bit on lefty. In unlined bras I am definitely a 28FF/30F these days, but I still need a 60HH in Comexim half cups & would need 60HH reduced cups if I ordered any more plunges, which I don't plan on as they're too shallow at the wire.
I agree there are some bloggers out there in the wrong size. As far as my bands go, I actually got a nasty little comment not too long ago on one of my reviews saying everything is too tight on me. I have rib flares, so most of my bras may visually look to be cutting into my sides but what sticks out under my band is bone. My largest flare is 1.5" bigger than my UB, which is currently 27"/25.5." Regardless of flares, I think unless you have 0% body fat, a properly snug band will create a slight indent & the majority of the public is in bands so large they don't realize that fact. Most 30 bands ride up my back so I promise you I'm in the correct band size.
Ahhh, I love this set so much! Both the bra and the briefs run small in the band/circumfrence. The cups fit pretty true to size, and the wires are very narrow. The straps are thinner than normal (which I love), but some people might find that an issue.
My first EM. Fabulous job shipping so quickly, immodestmouse. Thanks!!
It's altered to a 55GG, so the band is a bit too tight (as expected) and the straps are a little too wide set (kind of expected). Otherwise, I like it!
Edit to add - I have moved the straps in about 2cm on the front side only, since writing my original review. I plan on updating m blog sometime before I die to show how I did the alteration. It much improved the lift I get from this bra and added a degree of cakes cleavage that comes in handy sometimes!
This fits me about how I expected it to. Tiny bit too small on the left, great on the right. Gorgeous, and incredibly soft and comfortable. Narrow and projected as per most EM half cups. It's not as stiff as the foam in some of her others, and I find it gives a little bit less lift. The band runs about one size small. Full review on the blog!
I'm so envious of your bradrobe! I wonder if all Gazetas run a fraction large, or just this particular one? Are EM cups usually TTS/a little on the small side?