Re-Review & Measurements forthcoming...
Purchased July 2010.
Updated on Dec 03, 2011 Flag this
Re-Review & Measurements forthcoming...
Purchased July 2010.
Updated on Dec 03, 2011 Flag this
I would compare this most closely to the Fantasie 'Veronica' (2352) because of the "fashion" color/pattern, read the review here: http://bra.pe/Mh1/. Otherwise, the fit is precisely the same as other Fantasie bras 'Rhiannon' http://bra.pe/Mfi/ and 'Ava' http://bra.pe/MOp/.
Honestly, another perfect fitting bra. All day comfort: oblivious of wearing an actual bra, beautiful round shape, side wings & straps comfortable, true balcony molded style. Gorgeous unique print: the color is sometimes called "silver" or "grey", it is a warm grey which actually looks almost like pale lavender (purple). The stripes & floral pattern are a cream color. So far it shows just a bit under semi-sheer tops but I don't really mind as the general grey/creme colors are quite neutral and smart. : )
Measured (after hand washing) unstretched immediately before wearing.
Purchased Early-March 2012 from Figleaves.
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"Ivory" continuity color.
See reviews here for Black (http://bra.pe/RHQ/) and Red (http://bra.pe/RSc/) versions.
Tried on and measured Ivory version in-store. Fit is 100% identical to other continuity Black color. You know how sometimes a different color of the same style fits slightly different? You won't find that here. My best guess: it's likely due to the thermal molded style.
I'd love to see Ava brought back A.S.A.P. in newer colors. I still haven't purchased the Ivory because I wish it were either bright white or a pale grey or something. Creme just isn't my flavor.
Ava remains my all-time Favorite bra!
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Updated on Apr 26, 2012 Flag this
Updated on April 29, 2012
Realized these Keia/Rubypink bras maybe should have been worn on the final hook and taken a 28 when originally bought although I was new to "actual size" bra ranges and couldn't even find 28's when sizing myself and buying them. Good for occasional wear. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
Updated on May 25, 2011
This is one of my fave Ruby Pink bras even though I'm not huge into pink. The band is stretchy but the cups are well fitting, the embroidery is done well, and the bows aren't itchy or overdone. I get a nice rounded shape instead of the bullets I get with my Freya's.
If I could find the name of this bra I would highly recommend if it can still be found.
Updated on Apr 29, 2012 Flag this
Review for SS10 "Confetti" version.
Band length: 62.0cm
Cup width: 15.1cm
Cup depth: 28.6cm
Wire length: 28.2cm
Cup separation: 2.2cm
Strap width: 2.0cm
Quality: 5/5
Comfort: 5/5
Appearance: 4/5
This bra was one of the first I ever tried on in my true size/range two summers ago. The store was charging an arm and a leg for it (way overpriced) and I thought it was better to go with a basic color I thought I would 'get more wear' out of. The bra I purchased instead of this one was the Freya "Phoebe" (http://bra.pe/RGS/) which I realized after the purchase that it hurt and I'm glad to say it is now one of my friend's favorite ... bras because it fits her better than it did for me. Anyway, this bra is so fun and pretty comfy so far. It is a well made bra with quality materials, gorgeous bubbles design/embroidery and I am willing to look past the severe bullet-boob just to rock this beauty. I am searching for the right top to wear this with so I can proudly show off the bra!
There is a bit of wrinkling underneath the cup on the smaller side and I think it is because this shape isn't ideal for my shape. Comfort level is on par with my other Cleo soft cups. Works best with a non-fitted/clingy top to attempt hiding torpedo chest!
Measured immediately before wearing.
Purchased & Reviewed mid-July 2012.
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See measurements for 28H here: http://bra.pe/RcW/.
I've gotten used to most Panache bras either being TTS or quite stretchy in the band. Before ordering these Masquerade styles there is only one other that I own and the band is firm on the final (last) hook. I found 28's available and thought I might fit one of them best. This is quite a stunning bra and I had high hopes.
The material is like most Masquerade satiny bras in that it is quite firm/stiff and not particularly stretchy (where the less expensive "youthful" Cleo line actually is). I have tried a good many of these shiny styles on and ... found they are not forgiving on the band size. Still, I had hope that if a 30-band were to give out too quickly then maybe the smaller "sister size" would be best with a bra extender until that day arrived. I *would have* ordered 30G and 30GG for comparison but found a 28GG and 28H from the same online store. As suspected both fit nicely although I felt more covered in the 28H and therefore comfortable.
Material quality is very supportive and the "Cinder" color is beautiful. If caught in a particular light it looks kind of like a smokey purple but it is in fact more of a warm brownish-grey with black center lace trim. The wires are just in the right spot and side wings as well (not too high). My only complaint was that I really did purchase it too small and would ideally exchange for a 30G but the store did not have so I reluctantly returned both sizes.
Measured immediately before wearing.
Purchased & Returned May 2012 from Breakout Bras.
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Updated on Jun 13, 2012 Flag this
"Latte" fashion color version.
I love this style. I have tried on now twice in two different colors (Mint, Latte) and sizes and I believe I am a 30G although I cannot seem to find a color I prefer in my size (I'd love to find Amethyst or Bronze and very excited about SS12's "Ink" version). https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_razz.gif" alt=":P" /> Excellent design, gorgeous embroidery, this bra is very well made.
Band fits well - a good 30, a true half cup on my shape, straps are fully adjustable, center gore is comfortable at about a balconette height. I was browsing a local department store and they had this style so I thought I would try it, 30FF is just a bit small in the cup so there is extra tissue above the cup line.
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Updated on Apr 26, 2012 Flag this
Identical review for 3 sizes of the same bra. Find 30G here: http://bra.pe/S40/ and 32G here: http://bra.pe/S41/.
I wondered why Lepel brand bras always seemed to be in-stock... so I took a chance and ordered a few sizes. Reviews I'd read were scant.
Since I'm on average a 30G in padded bras I started there. Some reviews suggested the cups may be too large/small so I decided to try the 30FF and a 32G as well. (I knew 32G cups would be larger--more like 30GG but the band would be looser).
Based on the design I anticipated this cup style as having vertical seams covered with satiny ... fabric. When I opened the delivery I was sad to see what I thought were really bizarre seams underneath. It's actually very similar to those of many Panache Superbra styles like Ariza, Andorra or Melody which all have a horizontal line that curves across the breast with a single vertical line on the bottom part of the cup. Personally, I think it makes boobs look like blinking eyes, which is kinda creepy. Either way it's not something that helps my shape and so the main reason I cannot stand to look at those types of bras. And this combined with the padded material certainly does NOTHING to flatter such a large cup (at least not on me).
Both 30FF + 30G were awkward shaped and too small in cup size to consider. I really wanted to make the 32G work because my breasts actually were closer to filling the cups properly... the terrible shape just did nothing for support. The 32-band was far too big but so were both of the 30-bands. The center gore pulled away from all 3 bras. There was side boob and more spillage on all 3 bras. The quality of all 3 bras was so sub par and uncomfortable I did not want to put them back on to take pictures ...but I did. As pretty as the design is it felt like being back in my old 34D US-sized bra. I couldn't wait to get them sent back for my refund.
After all of this I really wonder how Lepel stay in business. Are there really women out there who fit properly into this brand's styles? If so, do they really stay so quiet? If there are in fact ladies out there who proudly wear Lepel in F+ cup sizes I wish they would review them more often so other women (like me) had some idea what we were getting into!
Purchased & Returned Early-December '11 from Asos.
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Identical review for 3 sizes of the same bra. Find 30FF here: http://bra.pe/S42/ and 32G here: http://bra.pe/S41/.
I wondered why Lepel brand bras always seemed to be in-stock... so I took a chance and ordered a few sizes. Reviews I'd read were scant.
Since I'm on average a 30G in padded bras I started there. Some reviews suggested the cups may be too large/small so I decided to try the 30FF and a 32G as well. (I knew 32G cups would be larger--more like 30GG but the band would be looser).
Based on the design I anticipated this cup style as having vertical seams covered with satiny ... fabric. When I opened the delivery I was sad to see what I thought were really bizarre seams underneath. It's actually very similar to those of many Panache Superbra styles like Ariza, Andorra or Melody which all have a horizontal line that curves across the breast with a single vertical line on the bottom part of the cup. Personally, I think it makes boobs look like blinking eyes, which is kinda creepy. Either way it's not something that helps my shape and so the main reason I cannot stand to look at those types of bras. And this combined with the padded material certainly does NOTHING to flatter such a large cup (at least not on me).
Both 30FF + 30G were awkward shaped and too small in cup size to consider. I really wanted to make the 32G work because my breasts actually were closer to filling the cups properly... the terrible shape just did nothing for support. The 32-band was far too big but so were both of the 30-bands. The center gore pulled away from all 3 bras. There was side boob and more spillage on all 3 bras. The quality of all 3 bras was so sub par and uncomfortable I did not want to put them back on to take pictures ...but I did. As pretty as the design is it felt like being back in my old 34D US-sized bra. I couldn't wait to get them sent back for my refund.
After all of this I really wonder how Lepel stay in business. Are there really women out there who fit properly into this brand's styles? If so, do they really stay so quiet? If there are in fact ladies out there who proudly wear Lepel in F+ cup sizes I wish they would review them more often so other women (like me) had some idea what we were getting into!
Purchased & Returned Early-December '11 from Asos.
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Originally got this bra in the SS11 color "Fruits" Feb 2011.
Please see full fit review here: http://bra.pe/RIR/.
Tea Rose
Band length: 63.3cm
Cup width: 15.3cm
Cup depth: 27.2cm
Wire length: 28.7cm
Cup separation: 0.6cm
Strap width: 1.8cm
Randomly found & ordered the AW10 color "Tea Rose" discounted online a year later. Ordered it because it is one of my favorite bras and because the price was really worthwhile.
Fit is identical though when I first tried it on my mind played a trick on me: I felt like the cups were cut a bit more plunging. Then I placed the other bra directly on top and they are exactly the same!! https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
Colors are *stunning* shades of burgundy, deep pink, greys and trimmed with intense pink lace and bows.
((Photos forthcoming...))
Measured unstretched before wearing.
Purchased early-April '12.
Updated on Apr 02, 2012 Flag this