My shape: close set, center full, full on bottom, average/narrow width roots, tall shallow roots, semi soft tissue.

I have not worn this bra, this review is mostly from trying it on, not sure if I should keep this size, or size down one cup. However, I will say that this bra is such a surprise to me. I only ordered it because it was on sale and it had matching bottoms, so I figured why not! I also added measurements for the other two sizes I ordered: 30G - Cleo » Mimi Padded Balconnet Bra (8091) and 32F - Cleo » Mimi Padded Balconnet Bra (8091) .
It seems to be an anomaly to me compared to all the other Panache and Cleo bras I have tried in the past because the wires don't hurt and the band is quite stretchy.

The cup is a halfcup with three vertical seams, these seams don't show under a shirt and lay flat, but the top portion (I don't know what that's called) does stick out and shows under thin shirts and tops, this is the only negative (might be too big?). The cup height is at its limit for me since my breasts are FOB (6.1'" or 15.6 cm), but it still sort of works. The width is little bit wider than what I'd like (at 5.5" or 14 cm, and I have some empty space on the sides), the depth seems small at 9.2" or 23.4 cm, but sometimes I get the feeling it's just a little bit big. The wires did not move down much during my try-on and stay put in my IMF which is a plus.

The gore height is tall, but surprisingly doesn't bother me. The band feels stretchy and feels very comfy on loosest hooks on me. The straps are okay, not fully adjustable, I'm almost at the end of their length, so they fit okay to me. They feel more wide set than other bras I have, but they're not a problem for me.

I like the polka dot pattern and the color, very playful and not at all serious. Big change from all the other bras I have. I ordered the bottoms in a size M/12 UK and they're okay, but a little bit loose so I wonder if I could size down. You can see the measurements of the bottom when you click the pictures.

Overall, I really love the shape this bra gives me, lots of oomph and very rounded and uplifted, looks great under a T-shirt. However, I do wonder if I size down to a 30F will I get an even better shape since this bra seems a little big when my breasts are at their smallest. Like it feels like my breasts "settle in" a bit and it there's gapping at the top. Do I try a smaller cup? Or will be a shape mismatch (too open up top for FOB breasts)? I appreciate any input you all might have since I'm very undecided about it!

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Updated on Aug 29, 2019 Flag this

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  I love this bra. I really want to get one and I passed on it when the price was good but I was really tight and frugal with my money. It’s still on my mind. I tried a 28GG in February knowing that the cups were going to be too big. But I wanted to get a better idea of the bra.

• Thank you Calluna . I think this bra is pretty cute, but feel very undecided on it.

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  Are you thinking about sending it back?

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  It's hard to make up your mind when this bra gives you a great shape but you feel something is a little off, right? I have the same experience with the Cleo Lexi, which also has the same thick binding on the top of the cup and it shows through tight clothing. My Lexi is the exact same measurements as my Cleo Maddie, which does not have the same problem with gapping when I move or a thick visible binding. So, while Lexi technically fits me, I am not keeping it because I know I won't wear it due to the above issues. I feel like FOB folks do tend to have more issues with cups that technically fit but exhibit gapping when we move, since we just don't have as much tissue up there.

  Do you think you will wear this bra with clothing where the above issues won't matter? Or do you think these problems will be a lot worse under clothing? I'd suggest thinking about that when you decide whether to keep the bra or size down. Good luck!

• Calluna Yes I am since I could return it in store so it’s not a big deal. But I’m thinking of ordering the 30F maybe... I should order the 30F and try to compare both together side by side.

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  belleandblues Yes!! You totally get what I’m feeling, something feels off, but I guess I can’t quite put my finger on it...

  After reading your comment and thinking a bit, I really think I should return it now. I can’t wear it with lighter colors or less “heavy” clothing/sweaters because it will definitely show the edge. I think that it’s bothering me also that it’s so open up top.

  Thank you for your comment, I really think you nailed how I am feeling about this and I can definitely see what you mean about the Lexi vs. Maddie.

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  braluv I'm glad this was helpful! I am sitting on my B. Temp'td B. Sultry Balconette with the same consideration right now . . . it gives me a beautiful shape but I feel like something is just not quite right with it. It does fully disappear under clothing though so that's why I am still holding onto it, at least until the return window closes.

  Btw, I took a look at your best fitting lined bra, the Comexim Celebration, and the measurements are really close to this Mimi. The Mimi 30F is roughly 15% smaller in cup volume than Mimi 30FF, so I would be pretty surprised if it ends up fitting better! What about giving Maddie a try? It has a top edge detail, but it's flat, so I didn't find it terribly visible under clothing. The cup height of Maddie is a little shorter, so there's not much room to gap at the top, and I think it would give you the same rounded shape you like from this bra.

• belleandblues Hmm yes the Maddie looks nice. I haven’t tried that one yet. Thank you for the suggestion. I will look at the comparison stats between both. The Comexim Celebration is probably my best lined bra, gives off a great shape, has immediate projection AND is super comfy. I should really try out more Comexim lol

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  Thanks for the review, I am also FOB and looking for what might work for me. And the half cup style seems like it would resolve my lack of fullness at the top that often causes gapping. But then I worry that I would feel like my soft tissue might just not feel very secure, I guess? It definitely looks good on you though but go with your gut feeling.

• Chaos You're welcome! Half cups can give a great profile/shape, but there's definitely more jiggling of the tissue I feel like. I also have a lack of top fullness and I love it when bras push me up to give the illusion of full-on-top, lol.

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