Really pretty bra, it didn't work for me. Band seemed tighter than most 28's might work for a 26 band.
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Bras » Masquerade » Persia Non Padded Balconnet Bra (6581)
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Review is for the 'Damson' colorway. Looks more like wine than a plum color to me, though. Nice narrow U shaped wires, sufficient bottom projection, great lift: I get the typical Cleo high & round "apples" shape. I think this bra is made for those even all around. Heavy embroidery in an ornate pattern reminiscent of mosque screens or Byzantine (Turkish) ceramics; the bra is well-named. The embroidery is on a slightly sparkly sheer background. Half-lined in a silky beige mesh that matches my skin tone, so the illusion is of a fully lace bra. That lace? Kinda scratchy and stiff, especially noticeable on skin at the top ... unlined part and straps. Maybe a few washes will soften it up, but is is quite thick and stiff. Lace extends all the way along inner part of the satin-covered straps to past the shoulder and down the back a little to a silver ring and the adjuster. Straps are quite narrow and elastic after that point. They are also wide set, but I have wide shoulders so its OK. Band is a matte satin, very firm,, TTS and doesn't feel like it will stretch out with wear much. Wires come up high on the sides, containing side flesh, but not too high to poke. Cups also come up pretty high and the neckline on me is rather square-ish (wide set straps contribute no doubt). I can't quite fill the fabric right at the gore and get a tiny gap there because I am not center-full although I am close-set. Gore is narrow enough for that and tacks without hitting breast tissue. It's not enough loose fabric to mar the fit or look though.The bra is very lightweight; honestly from the design it looks "heavy" but is not. All in all a beautiful, romantic, well-made bra in a nice deep color that fits great and looks elegant.
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burgundy colorway
Updated on Apr 17, 2016 Flag this
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I wanted to love this bra so bad! The lace is so beautiful I love how it looks. Unfortunately the cups were too big for me and there's not a smaller size
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Updated on Mar 01, 2016 Flag this
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The Masquerade Persia is my favorite bra. I have it in sapphire, and I loved it so much I bought another one in black. I've heard that with some bras the black runs smaller than other colorways, but that is not the case here; the two fit exactly the same. I will say that the band on my first Persia started out quite firm for a 28 band but stretched pretty fast, which is the only downside of the bra. Otherwise I love everything about it. To repeat the relevant portions of my original review: Like most other Masquerade bras of the same size, the Persia has average-to-narrow ... wires. It has a decent amount of projection, and unlike some projected bras, the projection is not just at the apex, but all over. It allows enough room for my center fullness, but isn’t lacking in space on the outside or bottom either. For me, this is the bra that is so perfect for my shape, and therefore so comfortable, that I can forget I’m wearing a bra. And it’s gorgeous too!
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black colorway
Updated on Feb 13, 2016 Flag this
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I love the appearance and quality of this bra, and I'm sad that the cups are so weird on me. It seems that a lot of people in this size range have had similar experiences with this bra. Although on paper it should be a perfect fit, there is just too much cup fabric for me. This bra expects a ton of projection at the gore and center, and its closed at the tops of the cups.
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Updated on Nov 08, 2015 Flag this
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Tight in the band for a 34, good looking but taller cup than I expected. I would definitely take a Rhea over this.
Black lace colorway
Updated on Sep 06, 2015 Flag this
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Wide underwire;gore tacks; cups wrinkle just a bit at the gore but lay flat across the curve of the breast. I think this is because there is no elastic or anything trying to tack down the scrolling edges of the lace. The edges could definitely irritate someone with sensitive skin, I can feel them late into the day but its still fairly comfortable. This nude is exactly the shade of my super pale skin, would definitely contrast more between the seamed and unseamed parts of the cup on anyone even a little more tan. Bought when I was still unsure about sizing down to 36, the band stays in place but isn't as snug as I like.Nice metal hardware
Updated on Jun 29, 2015 Flag this
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The Masquerade Persia is the closest thing I’ve found to my ideal bra. For me, this is the bra that is so perfect for my shape, and therefore so comfortable, that I can forget I’m wearing a bra. And it’s gorgeous too! Like most other Masquerade bras of the same size, the Persia has average-to-narrow wires. It has a decent amount of projection, and unlike some projected bras, the projection is not just at the apex, but all over. It allows enough room for my center fullness, but isn’t lacking in space on the outside or bottom either (I have even and center fullness, but I’m really kind of full-all-over). The band was initially extremely tight for a 28 band, but it has stretched, and that is the only thing that worries me a little, since I actually need a 26 band. But overall it’s amazing, I love it, and I’m thinking of buying another one.
sapphire colorway
Updated on May 13, 2015 Flag this
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This bra is unique in look and feel. It has a very feminine, elegant look but it's also very structured. The undies and bra band (created from the same fabric) are very luxe. Really the whole thing feels rich. The straps are difficult to categorize. They're about .5 inch from shoulder to back band and the front strap contains lace, so it's hard to say. I haven't worn it for a long period of time yet, but I'd say it's quite projected and good for narrow, close set breasts.
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Updated on Apr 24, 2015 Flag this
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This bra is beautiful. It puts my boobs "front and center", and I'm not really used to that!
Updated on Dec 23, 2014 Flag this