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    65F

    Didn't fit

    I've been very curious about this brand since it showed up on a Chinese bra forum. I took their online fit quiz which requires a few measurements - snug underbust, tight underbust, standing bust, 45 degrees leaning bust, 90 degrees leaning bust, and horizontal diameter of each breast. It feels very professional like what's done on here and ABraThatFits, instead of the usually inaccurate overbust and underbust measurements required by most calculators. I got 65F as a result, but they also recommended me to try 65E and G.

    After that, you get to select your breast shape. The graphics are quite confusing, I felt like my breasts look similar ... to a few of the shapes. But later I realised it's 6 different projection levels, based on the descriptions of "area of base" and "how much your breasts stick out". Although they group root height and width as the same thing, I find the concept of projection easier to understand that they see a breast as a cone - large base area + low cone height = shallow, while small base area + high cone height = projected. I seem to be type 4 with narrow and tall roots and projected breasts, if 1 is the most shallow and 6 is the most projected. As I click onto the graphic, a few cuts are recommended to me, including 101, 131 and 163.

    Then I went to their online store and looked at their bras. Their size range is mostly 65(30) - 80(36) D-I, which is around C-FF D-G (UK) in my opinion. Not all sizes are available for all models though, a few of them starts at F while some starts at G. Although the biggest cup is FF/G (UK), which is not super large, they're already doing quite well for Asian ladies whose bust size distribution is smaller than their Western counterparts.

    Now back to the cuts. They basically have a new fabric / color / style every once in a while, and you can pick your cut, like how you can request Comexim to make Ginger as a 3HC, plunge or 2HC, for example. There are 8 cuts in 4 collections - basic (lightly lined): 101, 121, 131, 151; sleep bras: 661 and 662; low gore: 162 and 163; and unlined: 122 and 152. On each cut they specify which projection level it suits, number of hooks and height of the gore (low, medium-low, medium etc). Some cuts however doesn't come in 162 and 163 (low gores). You can't request a regular bra done as a sleep bra. The unlined cuts starts at G cup. My breasts are so close set that I need a low gore, so I picked 163 which is for projected breasts, while 162 is also with a low gore, but for shallow breasts.

    I was very surprised that it wasn't on Bratabase at all, so I was skeptical about their quality at first. But then I really need a lightly lined white bra without any print to wear under work clothes. There was one that suits my needs in the 163 cut, so I took a shot. Although the stretched band is 30 inches, it felt snug on my 27-inch underbust, maybe because the 3 hooks prevent it from riding up my back. The cups however are too small. I was spilling out and getting small quad boobs. I think it's because of my center and top fullness that cause most calculators underestimate my size, even the ABTF one. I get 28E as a result but find myself sizing up to 28F to accommodate my fullness that is "not measured", or for the projection. In Comexim I have to size up more than others. Those who wear 28F usually take 60H/65G, but I find that 60H is too small / shallow for me.

    Anyways, back to this bra. It has cookie pockets but doesn't come with cookies, you have to order them separately. I don't like wearing cookies though, so it was fine. One thing is very special - the wire channel is covered in lining on the inside of the bra. You can't see them from the inside. I imagine this should add more comfort for ladies who have sensitive skin that is irritated by bra wires. The appearance is very simple yet pretty. Nice lace details. Like most Asian bras I have tried, is brings all tissue forward, centre and up, but without giving a pointy cone look. I really think Asian bras are the Eastern version of Polish bras, although the size range is much smaller.

    Customer service was also awesome. I used the Taobao (Chinese version of Amazon, also how I bought the bra) app to contact them, where I sent them fit pictures. They're open about them, as long as you don't show your face. They also assured that the pictures are confidential. They asked me about S&S, and concluded that the cups are too small. I'm exchanging for 65G and the customer service rep was helpful about the procedures.

    This has been a very long review, much longer than I expected. I'm very excited about the replacement and will definitely update about it. However, Taobao doesn't have an English version, so you can't really use it if you don't know Chinese. Most sellers doesn't ship overseas either, except to Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan. But if any of you is interested, let me know and I'll see what I can do for you! This has been a detailed review because it seems no one on Bratabase knows about this brand. I would love to hear your thoughts! https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />

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      Your detailed review is very helpful, kate166 ! Please don't ever apologize for a long review. If your writing advances our knowledge, every word is cherished, at least by bra addicts like me! Now I have another Asian bra brand to try. I'm going to pm you later to see if you can help me get one from this brand. I need a low gore, as you do. I'm excited to learn of another brand that give a front-and-centered look with a low center gore.

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      These bras sounds great! Thanks for all the useful info. How are the prices compared to Polish bras?

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      do they ship to USA?

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      I'm really curious to try the fit quiz, what's the link? Hopefully google translate will help me figure it out.

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      i think i found the english website? https://www.englishtaobao.net/product/546610966357/

    • learningaboutbras Thank you so much for your encouragement. I was worried I wasn't clear enough with so many details, but I'm glad you learned more from my review!

      I'm happy help you get these bras if you're interested. Asian bras are awesome!

    • Sonya You're welcome! They're even cheaper than Comexim. The bra itself is about 30USD, and shipping to where I am costs a few extra bucks.

    • moriko I think they do, but it might cost more than the bra itself. It's only cheap if you ship to China, Hong Kong, Macau or Taiwan. Other places are going to cost a lot.

      Looks like you found the Aliexpress link. They look like the same bras, but the translation of their brand name is so weird lol.

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      Saphiro Here is the link: http://q.yyypsc.cn/?from=singlemessage&isappinstalled=0

      Sorry I took some time to find it, I forgot to bookmark it! With the graphics it's probably okay for you even if you don't know Chinese. But if you need any help feel free to send me a message! :) Also it's a beta version so the interface is not perfect, and it works better on mobile.

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      kate166 haha, i know. one of the bras said the style for the bra was the "lesbian" catagory!??!!? lol, wtf?

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      wow, thanks for your review. I've been eyeing this brand for a while but hesitating to get them. have you tried any 131 style before?

    • cass_lee28 You're welcome! I just don't want any bra enthusiasts like us to miss out on such an awesome brand lol. 163 is the only cut I've tried because I really need the low gore (and it could be even lower). But they accept returns and exchanges with helpful customer service, so why not take a shot! If you're outside of the China be aware of the taxes though when you have to return the bra.

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    65G

    Didn't fit

    After a whole lot of mess including customs delay and taxes, I've finally got a replacement of this bra in a bigger cup size! For more details of the brand, please visit my previous review of the same bra in 65F.

    This bra really brings things front, centre and up with cups tilting inwards and upwards. While it is desirable for many, it is a little too much for me - the bottom of the cup slants upwards at an angle to steep, there was not enough room near the wire and I feel like it was sliding down sometimes because I'm not sure if I was filling out ... the bottom of the cups. Sometimes though it feels like it's sliding up, but the wire mark is at my IMF. It also brings things too centre for me that I have a cleavage which seem like I'm wearing too small cups, but the size is actually good. I'm already SUPER close set and centre-full, so more pushing in is unneeded.

    The wires are the right width for me based on the marks on my side IMF. The cup width measurement is larger than what's usually ideal for me, but on the side it is still at the perfect spot probably because the gore is also narrow - the cups are closer together, which doesn't make the wider wides go past my side IMF. The tiny gore really brings a lot of comfort to my close set breasts, although wire marks are still seen on the inside of my breast tissue. I have to mention how the wires are also lined again - it makes it really comfortable.

    The wide band also evens out the pressure and provides less squish, but I also do fine with 2-hook bands. But then it also makes the wings higher and sometimes it shows under tank tops. The straps are a little thick and firm, which adds to the support. The bra has cookie pockets, but you have to order extra for the cookies, which I didn't do.

    Overall the appearance is excellent and perfect for work since it's plain white with cute lace. I just wish it has more room near the wire, everything else is awesome!

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