This bra is structured in two layers, which is something I haven't seen in a wireless bra before. It's a lot like the wired crop top styles I've seen in that it has an internal bra structure covered by an outer crop top layer. The inner bra is a three-part wireless mesh cup with a very narrow gore. Like most wireless bras, the gore doesn't come anywhere near tacking, but it does create some separation. The inner layer is rigid with no stretch to it and feels like pretty standard bra mesh. The outer layer is a soft, stretchy fabric that reminds me of athletic fabrics, with some ... stretch lace accents. This layer comes up higher than the internal layer, concealing it. Because of the way it stretches across the inner layer, you aren't going to see much definition between the breasts. With a shirt on over it, it's a uniboob, just without the boob sweat. Together the two layers create pretty good lift and support for a wireless bra.
The straps have two parts, a non-adjustable stretch lace strap in the back and a regular adjustable strap in the front, with a j-hook in between. I am very, very happy about the j-hook. It's something I wish all bras had, not only for keeping straps from slipping, but also for shifting weight distribution. This one sits right between my shoulder blades when it's fastened. Like any other wireless bra I've tried, I would say the straps are taking more weight than they do in wired bras.
The band is a wide, soft piece of elastic. It's fairly thin, so it does roll up a bit. In a 28J, there are only two hooks in the back, which surprised me. It still feels supportive, though. The back of the bra is very open, with the straps set wide and the band so thin. It reminds me of the back of the Cleo Lyzy. The wings are high, which seems typical for Panache.
While it's on the supportive side and it has a kind of athletic look, this is NOT a sports bra. It doesn't have the level of compression or encapsulation necessary for that. It's fine for less intense workouts, and I'll probably try it for yoga, but I wouldn't go running in it.
Unlike every other wireless bra I've tried from Panache/Cleo, this one is true to size. I'm between a HH and a J, and I have just a bit of extra room in the cups in this bra. I might try it in a 28HH to compare.
Overall, this is one of the best wireless bras I've tried. It's not exactly my style in terms of appearance, but it's very comfortable and fits well.
Edited for an important addition: This is the one and only bra that I have ever found it comfortable to use as a phone pocket. Tuck it between the two layers and it sits there comfortably instead of squishing my breast.
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