It is so so pretty! But so so to small in the cup and to large in the band for me... Ti does not hurt or anything when I were it, but I am definitely spilling over the top and the band is rising up.

Updated on Jun 18, 2014 Flag this

My bust shrank a little even if it didn’t affect my measurements. My Cleo Meg in 30DD fits perfectly now. That was a great occasion to use my gift card and try something new, like french brands. I’ve always thought that french brands are made of beautiful materials but don’t afford a great support. I first tried Chantelle unpadded half cups which are very beautiful indeed but the construction leaves a lot to be desired – the wires are way too soft and the shape they give is weird (70D/85D/32D was the best fit) – but I have to admit that the design is absolutely stunning, it’s really ... hard to resist.
Then I saw that Aubade does unpadded half cups with a full band which start at 65 and go up to the F cup (which should be equivalent to the british E cup). The store where I bought it doesn’t sell 65 bands so I decided to buy the 70D and alter it (the photos were taken before the alteration). I tried 3 models – Idylle Parisienne half cup in 70D and 70E (the fit in 70E was very similar to the 70D, the cups were just a little higher), Jardin des Délices Half Cup in 70D and Conte Russe Balcony in 70D which fitted surprisingly good despite of the delicate cup material. I hesitated between Reine des Glaces and Idylle Parisienne, my choice was based on the shape, I find that this one supports my breast better.

Me general impressions concerning the brand:

- The straps are very generous, they were too long in 70E, and almost too long in 70D! They’re also quite wide, I wouldn’t expect it from a french bra.

- The wires are a nice compromise between the wires firm enough to maintain and support the boobs and give a nice shape, and the wires soft enough to not feel them despite of a very high center gore. At this moment, the wires are a little bit too narrow, but I think they’ll be perfect once the bra is altered.

- Unpadded half cups (this construction is actually called “basket” in french) have not only a beautiful design but also a great construction. I’m really surprised with the support and the shape this bra provides. In Chantelle bras some parts on the cups were wrinkling even if the cups were too small. I don’t have this problem with Aubade.

- The models with the straps attached perpendicularly to the cups (like in Masquerade Antoinette and not like in EM HM bras) don’t fit my breast, I get a strange shape under the armpit and it’s not comfortable. The straps in these models are also thinner and uncomfortable.

- In the back, the straps are also attached perpendicularly to the band.

My next purchase will be a 65E(80E) and Reine des Glaces will be altered by a professional, I’m afraid I could damage such a beautiful bra.


EDIT 14/06/2014:

The bra is now altered. I asked to cut off 3cm of the band on each side, next to the closure, and to move the straps by 3cm on each side too.

Needless to say that the alteration affected considerably the fit. It’s easier now too say something more about the comfort and the fit:

- I can wear the bra fastened on the first (loosest) hook now. The band is very comfortable, quite stretchy to not to feel it while wearing but quite firm to offer a good support. I'm not sure though if the 80E (30DD) would not be too loose for me, it seems that Aubade runs quite loose in the band.

- The straps seem much shorter now the band is supporting the breast weight. My only complaint is about the front part of the straps which is not stretchy, I don’t really like this type of straps because it put pressure on my shoulders and the sides of the cups under the armpits.

- The underwires are almost too narrow for me, but still wearable.

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Updated on Jun 14, 2014 Flag this

Still to early to tell. So grateful for my awesome friend who let me try out these pretty bras so I can figure out my fit!

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Updated on May 27, 2014 Flag this

Still too soon to tell. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> Review coming when I wear for more than a few minutes!

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Updated on May 27, 2014 Flag this

Why hang this bra on the bedstead when you could be wearing it to enhance your feminity! That is what I think about bras from Aubade, a long time French manufacturer of excellence- bot oh sooo expensive. This bra reveals your nipples behind the lacy cup shell and is not a perfect support, but I like it anyway

Updated on Apr 12, 2014 Flag this

This gorgeous demi-cup is made in France. I bought it for my honeymoon, and it was super sexy. Unfortunately, I learned more about bra fitting soon afterwards and discovered that the cups are too small.

Updated on May 24, 2013 Flag this

I love love love this bra for how pretty it is! I just wish it fit better! The band is much too big/too stretchy (though to be fair, that is partly age, as this one has stretched), and the gore doesn't sit flat against my chest. If it did, I would be spilling out of the cups. As it is, the wires are a bit too narrow for me, and sit against breast tissue at both ends, though it isn't uncomfortable. The mesh is nice and soft, and the lace is just too pretty. The seaming is visible under tops though, so I've always had to wear a cami.

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Updated on May 23, 2013 Flag this

Lovely bra, a little edge to the fabric, with feminine embroidery. Very comfortable with soft fabric and non intrusive wire. The wings are stretchy, so you may want to purchase a size down if you prefer a firm feel around your ribs. I should have purchased the next cup size up, I didn't know any better and let the sales girl put me in a cup size too small. Although the fit isn't perfect, this bra is still comfortable and gives a good shape. I would not recommend for wearing under lighter weight tops, the three part cup seams show through.

Updated on Apr 21, 2013 Flag this

This is a really nice bra, though expensive when purchased.

Updated on Jul 01, 2012 Flag this