Narrow shoulder line on Ewa’s website? Has anyone tried it? I have a lot of center fullness so the PL won’t work for me, which is why I was considering the FB. Has anyone tried the FB narrow shoulder line? It starts at 75K which is just *one* sister size too big for me. I currently wear an 80J in the S antonina so I’m wondering how that would translate. Any suggestions?
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For those who wear different sizes in PL and unlined bras, which works for you in PLM?
Also is there any fit difference in the lace and solid colour PLMs? I'm wondering if it's stretch lace like the BM or something firmer.
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@WildWolff That's really helpful, thank you!
I've been sitting and thinking about this and I'm wondering if there's any sort of write up simplifying it. Let me try to explain what I'm wanting to understand better;
Basically, the concept I'm thinking about is the scaling of small band/large cup bras, particularly with the effect the combo has on fit, and why it seems so hard to ... find a good band fit while seemingly between 28/30 band sizes.
Naturally, a band of a certain size should fall within a certain range of measurements stretched and unstretched, with the intent being to stretch some amount so as to provide support.
However, as far as I can tell, most of the stretch seems to come from the part of the band from the outside of the wires to the clasps. Basically, the back of the bra. Is this actually the case though?
My train of thought here is that, with each cup size the cups tend to get wider. This seems obvious in my size range in UK bras which seem to run unreasonably wide. But even for brands that seem to scale the cup width sensibly, realizing that breasts do not tend to wrap around to the back for most people, you can expect the wires to get wider.
Naturally, if the wires get wider, then if my first observation is right, then the part that does most of the stretching would like shrink accordingly, or at least do so slightly once every so many cup sizes.
Maybe this isn't so much of a problem on a larger band, but on a small band there's not much band length for the cups to "cannibalize" - so is my thought process right to think that it would be expected for the same bra in the same band size to measure fairly different at vastly different cup sizes? I haven't studied the measurements to get a feel for this, and even if I wanted to there's often not much info to go off of in the 28K range that I'm most interested in.
Does what I'm trying to explain make sense? Basically, that a bra that measures the same band length unstretched in both, for example, an E cup and a K cup, could effectively be tighter at the K cup due to the area doing the most stretching making up less of the unstretched length.
Not that I think the entire front of the bra doesn't stretch just that it seems like it does so less. Maybe I'm entirely wrong, or maybe it varies wildly on fabric and style(probably)
I better go to bed, I'm confusing myself now lol
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I'm sure it's not good for a bra to use more than one extender,but what exactly will it do to the bra and how bad is it?
Asking because, with some 30/65 bands feeling somewhat loose and slipping around, I've been watching for bras with 28/60 bands, knowing that I would probably need an extender. I came across an EM ... S Magnolia in 28K. And I probably should have known better, but I think it may be discontinued and the style is so cute I convinced myself that maybe I can make it work. Without an extender there's no way. The only extender I found around the house adds about 3cm and is not stretchy. With the extender I can clasp it upside down and backwards and it seems find, but when I try to do it normally my boobs get too much in the way and it's hard to do it behind my back. I really just need maybe one more row, would adding a second extender be so bad or should I admit defeat? I've also seen some extenders online that seem longer and have a length of elastic between the section of eyes and the part with the hooks, would that be a better option? I'm fairly certain the wires aren't distorting but it would be easier to tell if I could get it on fully lol.
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I've never heard of extenders being bad for bras?? Try it with 2!
I believe it's more so if you need 2+ extenders when buying a bra it's probably just not a good fit, but in your case where you already have the bra, why not?
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So this is how the Comexim bra 40GG fits my friend. It obviously doesn’t fit well, but I’m not 100% sure how to fix this. I told her she needs to size up, but she felt the cups were too big (there was a bit of space at the top before I helped her to scoop her breast tissue into ... the cups.)
What’s going on with the strap area?
Sadly I’ll have to sell the bra because she doesn’t want it. She doesn’t like that it pushes her breasts out instead of down (which is what she’s used to)
I did get her permission to post and ask for help.
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It'll be hard to be able to troubleshoot if you don't have the bra anymore/your friend doesn't want to wear it anymore, but first of all, those straps look way too long. I'd definitely tighten them a bunch if it was me. That might explain the too big/too small in the cup conundrum you two were having depending on what happens if you do tighten them. The wires also look like they're on your friend's breast tissue, so I'd be inclined to be in the too small in the cups camp as well, but it could also be that Comexims won't really work on her in general.
A shame, Inez is a lovely bra. Did she explain that the cup felt too big in any particular way? The bra floating at the gore by a few inches, is due to not having enough room in the bottom of the cup for her projection. The wing appears somewhat short as well. A too small size in any brand will force breast volume backward into the chest, unlike in the ads it's not a fun or pretty thing in reality... this isn't contained to the center of the chest, but will displace the breast into the armpit region, which can cause a bit of bulge on the outside and complicate strap fit... Comexim does well for petite proportions, but things can get tricky in larger sizes and especially for those of us who are either short rooted, or very projected, or god forbid both. There's others who have bought comexim plunges and posted fit checks trying to work out how they can have a cup that is both too big with gaps in the cup yet not deep enough ie the gore floating, cups collapsing, etc. I know we're on opposite ends of the band spectrum & I have the benefit of a 'never met a strap that falls off', but I suspect some typical GG/H (J/K) cup scaling issues apply to your friend's fit issues I've also felt in this comexim size range.
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I ordered this one direct from Poland in my usual size, 65J (equivalent to 30GG in UK sizes). The band fits slightly more snug than other 65 bands. The cups fit small compared to other 65J bras I own. If I knew this ahead of time, perhaps I would have ordered a 65K instead. I love ... the style of the bra but because it fits small in the cups, I get a bit of in-cup quadding and a slightly pointy shape instead of a full, rounded shape. It does, however, give good uplift but I have to frequently adjust this bra throughout the day due to the cups being too small and my breasts seeming to push them downward. I can make it work by loosening the straps and wearing it on days when I am less full in the breasts.
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What bra did you order? What model?
Please add it to the site, so you can keep record of the bra and the information will be easy to find for future people that want to learn more.
If I order a Comexim bra from BOB, what size should I go with?
The last bra that would fit me now (I think) was 70G. Which would put me at a 32F. My underbust is still 28.5”, so I’m thinking I’d rather go with a 30 band.
What size would I need?
Also, I want to order a new for my friend. She’s 38 underbust and 49 bust. Which size would work for her?
Thanks
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My snug underbust measurement is 29" and I wear their 30 bands.
Is that 70G Comexim sizing? If so then yes, that's roughly a 32F in BoB sizing.
For your friend, I would try a 38J or 40GG. If she prefers a snugger band, she could try the 38; if not then the 40 should work. I think most people would prefer the 40?
wildflower_ so I don’t have to size up in the cup as it says on their website?
I think I went with the 70 band because the 65 felt too tight.
And the sizes, are you giving me the UK size or US size? 🥴
I think what confuses me about their sizing is that they have the US size and the UK size.
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I'm getting married and I'm looking at a strapless dress. I know this is not optimal, but just finding a dress with a good design for my body was anything but simple. A sewn in bra is not at option in this case.
This is the dress:
https://www.hebeos.se/a-linjeformat-tyll-applikation-off-shoulder-langa-armar-sweep-slap-brollopsklanningar-he16088he0029.html
As seen on the review pics, it shows a bit of cleavage, so ... I guess a full cup strapless isn't really an option.
I have close set big boobs, quite projected, and a smaller ribcage. Cleo bras (especially Marcie and Asher, I wear 30J in those) flatter me the most. Common problems for me are that the cups are too shallow and the cups too far apart.
I'd be super happy for recommendations!
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Try the search function in the upper right of the home page and type "strapless 30J". There aren't many reviews but if you next search sister sizes as well, you may find what you are looking or.
I have tried searching but I was hoping to get personal recommendations. I'm not able to try anything on in stores (we don't really have them where I live) so it would be worth a lot to hear from someone who has tried several:)
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I was looking for some vintage bullet bras and found these 1960s From Lady Cameo by Cameo Coutures on Etsy. They have my +0 size 30G/32FF (which is awesome!), but because they are older and not as stretchy I’m wondering whether to order a +4 size or a weird in between. I know it’s hard to make any guess without ... trying them on, just wanted to know if anyone has any knowledge about this particular style or similar.
Here is the sellers description:
Some of my customers (but not all) find that they need one cup size larger than their normal bra size - you may wish to order one cup size larger. The band size, however, runs a bit big - you may want to order one band size smaller than you generally wear in contemporary bras. Please see band measurements below:
Band Measurements:
28 - stretches from 25-28"
30 - stretches from 27-31"
32 - stretches from 28-33"
34 - stretches from 30-35"
36 - stretches from 32-37"
38 - stretches from 35-42"
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Hi. I'm confused about how to properly measure the cup width. The guide says "This is an imaginary straight line from tip to tip of the cup or underwire For this measurement do not include the width of the wires."
I understand you have to measure from the tip to tip of the underwire for underwire bras. But in bras like ... the Natori Feathers, neasuring tip to tip of the underwire seenms very different from measuring the tip to tip of the cup?
Which line should I be measuring? Red or blue? (or some other way?)
I also looked at some examples from the Bratabase help.
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Red line
I've always measured red (wire to wire).
I have shallow tall shape which is like FOT so I need open on top bras. For bras without many reviews on Bratabase, how can I tell from looking at side views or a 45 degree view of people wearing a bra?
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that's a great question. Do you have one in particular? Maybe the best way is to list the ones you're considering buying, and people can comment.
Hmm maybe you can tell based on the breast shape of the person wearing the best in the pictures? If their breasts look FOT/tall and it doesn't look like the top of the bra cup is cutting into their tissue, creating quad boob, then perhaps it's a bra you can consider trying. I have the same shape as you btw.
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This bra has underwires that are the right width for me, but the bra feels flimsy. There's very little support, despite having long enough wires (16.75") it doesn't tack at the gore, even though the depth is just right (14.5").
I don't have a lot of experience with Pour Moi and it's so hard to find a bra with the ... right wire width in my size (38J/38M). Elomi, Panache, and Goddess are nice and sturdy, but the wires are too wide for me.
This bra, like most bras I've tried, has straps set too far apart for me. I'm too low to use a J-hook (straps are never long enough) and not limber enough to use a strap to pull them in without help. As a result, I've bought and returned over 40 bras in the last two years, mostly due to wires too wide at the root and/or straps being too far apart. The wire width causes more pain than the straps digging into my arms, so I'm giving up on finding straps that fit.
I need to return this bra and I'm wondering if I should try for a different Pour Moi, or switch to another maker.
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I'm thinking of ordering Comexim, and I'd like to know the spacing between the hook centers for 3-hook Comexim bras. Is it 3/4 inch(19 mm) between hook centers?
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Yes, on my most recent 3-hook Comexim purchase it measures 3/4 inch from the center of one hook to the center of the hook next to it.
I recently started to go swimming regulary and I want to continue. In the past I used Curvy Kate / Flirtelle (they were mostly the same as they are sister brands) Tankinis. Now I found out they discontinued their old lines up to K-cup and their new ones only go up to J-cup. This is a real bummer because I ... wore JJ/K and they run quite small. Also many of their bathing suits are quite revealing. While I like that they offer some actually cute bathing suits in large cup sizes I wish they also would over a more sporty / modest version. I really like their sizing and that they are good for a long torso.
I own 36J/JJ - Curvy Kate » Poolside Non Wired Plunge Swimsuit (CS010 and while it was super comfy to just hang around / sunbathe (in the shadows for me though ) and swim a little leasurely, but it's just slightly to low cut for me to feel 100% comfortable. I really tried very hard to get over my insecurities but I always found myself cover up as soon as I could. I also have to adjust my cleavage a lot so it does not get too revealing.
Anyway now with changing seasons I would go to Innoor pool and swim lenghts and for that I just wish for a modest full coverage bra- sized bathing suit (or Tankini) to swim in. The problem is that I need it for a 32JJ chest and size 16/18 UK body and long torso. Any recommendations?
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I don't know if you're going to find this helpful, but maybe you could get a swim shirt/tank top? That way you could get whatever works for you in your size and then just throw something over it if you don't love wearing it out and about?
Curvy Kate has so tankinis are are more modest on Brastop. Otherwise, all of the designs are quite low cut. Tankinis aren't the best to swim laps in though! I don't know if the reddit forum r/bigboobproblems would have more ideas. There is currently a thread asking about ideas for athethic swimsuits. https://www.reddit.com/r/bigboobproblems/comments/y3xdvy/a_good_workout_swimsuit_1_piece/
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A good summary of the Polish bra industry; she does link to the Ewa Michalak calculator, on Ewa's website. The calculator on her website didn't work for me personally, but I know it works for some people, so IDK.
https://thesweatedit.com/2022/07/bras-that-fit-bra-for-larger-bust-polish-bras-supportive-bras-lift-and-separate-where-to-get-polish-bras-us-canada-5-top-polish-bra-brands-professional-bra-fitting.html
https://thesweatedit.com/2022/07/bras-that-fit-bra-for-larger-bust-polish-bra...
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There's a bra that's recommended for my size and shape, the Natori Feathers Contour Plunge Bra (730023), and it's listed on Nordstrom in my size.
The listing includes a note under the size options which says it runs small and to order a cup size larger.
I know that stuff like that is usually sourced through the site's buyer reviews ... and who knows how many people are purchasing this bra after using fitting calculators/guides like those on r/abrathatfits or here on Bratabase.
Does anyone know if I really should order a cup size larger should I decide to purchase it?
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I suggest you read reviews of this bra on this site from users in your size range. Then if you do buy the bra, add your own measurements and review of the bra.
Hello, hopefully I can help a little. My daughter wears the Natori Feathers bra in a 30C.
30C is a sister size to 32B, so hopefully these measurements help you.
The cup on her bra measures (in inches):
Cup width: 4.75”
Cup depth: 7.5”
Cup height: 4.5”
Center Gore Width: .75”
Center Gore Height: .75”
This bra fits her well because the cup is a little more wide, spaced apart, and flat compared to some bras in the same size range.
Eh, how come if I tighten the band to the closest hooks in a bra, the gore tacks and the fit in general seems a lot better?
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Sounds like the band is a smidge big for you. Sizing down might give you more life out of your bras, but you also might be in between sizes. In that case, you can wear bras in the bigger band on the tightest hook like you talk about here or you can wear bras in the smaller band with an extender until they stretch out a bit.
Thanks @bustyand
I guess I’ll buy an extender too, then :D
How do they compare to the regular bras? Do they run smaller or larger in the cups? Especially this one, I don’t see any reviews of it here
https://www.comexim.pl/en/kostiumy-kapielowe/623-bondi-biustonosz.html
https://www.comexim.pl/en/kostiumy-kapielowe/623-bondi-biustonosz.html
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I've tried a few now and I find them to fit similarly to the bras. Fit is the same in the cup. The swimsuit fabric is much stretchier and there's only one hook so the band isn't as tight. I prefer a stretchier band for swimsuits so I don't look bulgy around the band so it works fine for me.
I have a few Comexim bikinis and I find the cups fit much like their bras. The only thing is their bands run very stretchy in their swimwear. I’ve had four tops and every one of them has been overly stretchy in the band. Some people might prefer to size down in the band and up one cup to keep their usual size. Me personally, I just take the band in at the clip myself since I’m not dead set on having a perfect fit with swimwear I wear a few months out of the year. For their bottoms I’m in between their size Medium and size Large (I wear a size 38 in EU sizing for panties). I usually go with the Large right now for more rear coverage as well as height since I have a long torso.
I recently tried on 30FF-G, which at first, seemed to be a suitable fit. However, I notice there are marks that seem lower than where the bottom of my breasts are. I think these are my wire marks. My bra doesn't seem to be staying up sometimes, and I have to adjust the band throughout the day. Any idea why I'm getting low wires if this is the case? Thank you.
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Hello. In the past when I had the front of a bra sliding down, as well as the back band moving up or sliding down, it was due to wearing the wrong size. Your wire should be sitting in your inframammary fold. Have you checked your measurements recently to ensure you’re wearing the correct size? Have you adjusted your bra straps? You can do a fit check with basic pics to get some really good feedback.
Agreed with @Happy2BraShop - good advice to do a fit request with some clear pics!
Additionally, it can also be a projection issue:
Some bras/models are made to fit more shallow & wide, as opposed to deep & projected.
A 'too shallow' style bra can slide down on you because the breast needs more depth, essentially pushing the wires down. In that case, sizing up won't really solve your problem, it's the 3D dimensions that are off.
Depending on your breast tissue distribution, root width and firmness, you'll have to figure out what specific styles & brands work best for you! A fit request is a great starting place.
My current favorite bra is the Elomi Jodi 38H (UK). I know it's not perfect as its definitely still uncomfortable at times, but its been manageable so far. I think it's getting to be time to find a new one though. I am looking for one that has a flatter wire under the boob and is more projected. Ideally my ... perfect bra would also have a shorter and narrower gore and the straps would be closer in but that might be asking for too much and after fixing the other more pressing issues these might not be a problem. The gore doesn't tack and I'll have quad boob if I don't squish them back in after scooping and swooping but there is some space after wearing it between the wire and where my boob ends up (which I think means I'm more projected than the bra is allowing and the wire isn't as flat as my IMF). I do own and wore for a while Elomi Carmen and Elomi sports bra, both are 38GG and it took me a while to realize that's too small. As I type all this out I'm wondering if I should just go up a cup size? I don't think that'll solve all the problems but it might be the best I can do. I'm not too sure how user interactions on this website works but all of the measurements for my Elomi Jodi are entered. All the generated recommendations (only 3) on here have a really high gore which I know is not comfortable for me. And it seems to be underestimating my size this time (previously it has recommended 38JJ which was huge on me) Any recommendations or things to help narrow my search are appreciated! Brand names, styles, keywords to help in my search
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Hello. I don’t have any experience with Elomi, but trying a cup up may help you further evaluate and asses your current fit issues. If you’re looking for a lower narrower gore in a bra, Ewa Michalak makes a new PLM style that is very low plunge and the straps can be crossed in the back. Hopefully someone with more knowledge can chime in and provide more help. :)
Have you tried sculptresse chi-chi? My favorite now are Gorsenia but haven’t found anything w straps close enough.
I emailed Ewa when the PLM first came out and she said she wears the same size in PLM as her unlined bras. My first order was for the same size I would wear for SF/BM/SM and it fit, but is a little shallow at the wire for me. I order one cup up now for a little more immediate projection. The band is stretchier than the PLs. There's a slight difference between the lace and the solid colors in my experience, but it also varies by each bra. The PLM Antonina has more depth/stretch than the solid colors I've tried, which I've found to be true for all the unlined Antonina bras I own (BM, PLM, 3DM). I have a picture comparing the Antonina BM, 3DM, and PLM in my bras in the Antonina 3DM photos. The Le Noir has a little more stiffness and structure like the SF bras.