This bra fits me nicely in the 30DD size, so I thought I would try sister-sizing into the 28E. Unfortunately, it does not fit nearly as well. The band is comfortable, and the wires seem to be a perfect width. Yet the lace at the top edge of the cups cuts into my breast tissue. There is a little bit of wrinkling/empty space in the top of the cup on my smaller side, which combined with the quad-ing leads me to believe this is cut for someone with a little more projection than me. The wires are a tad too short (I have ...the same problem in the 30DD), but they're still better than nearly every other bra I've tried. Edit: After comparing this bra's fit side by side with my Lucy 30DD, it seems as though the 28E magnifies all the minor fit/form issues of the 30DD. In the 30DD, the lace edge cuts in ever so slightly, and is only noticeable when I deeply inhale. So for some reason the 30DD accommodates my shallowness and gives a fit I'm satisfied with, while the 28E does not. I'm not sure if this is an issue of sizing, scaling, or if it could just be variances within the different bra colors. I have the 30DD in both pink and black. This 28E is in the white color, and I may reorder a white 30DD just to compare. Read more 141 more words
The lace laid flat (not a good sign with the Cleo Juna (6461) models), and I had an orange-in-a-glass effect. The wires were really wide, and squeaked when I moved. The straps were also very wide set, and I din't really like the shape it gave me underneath clothes; the seams really showed. I returned it in the end.
I love the fun pattern for this bra. The mesh-like material is comfortable. I appreciate the fact they extended the pattern material onto the straps, instead of the usual boring straps. The fit is good. I just bought this bra but like everything about it so far. This is also one of the first Panache bras I've bought/tried on where the cups haven't felt too wide. Hurray!
Overall, this bra fits pretty great. I fill out the cups nicely and the lace doesn't lie flat which is a sign the cups are the right size (if the lace lies flat you're quadboobing!) I think the wires are a tad wide for me, even though I have a wide-ish(?) root. It doesn't cause any discomfort though so it isn't really problem. This is the first time I've had a bra that I haven't had to adjust constantly during the day - hurrah!
One con is that the seams show through fitted t-shirts (at least they do for me) so it might not work super well as a t-shirt bra for everyone. I don't really mind the seams showing but I felt I should mention it.
The band is a little stretchier for my taste (stretches to around 30 and I measure 27, so I usually need a true 28) but it doesn't ride up. I just prefer my pretty bands tight so I wouldn't mind it being a little smaller. I love the pattern and the seams don't usually show under clothes unless it is a pretty form fitting shirt. Definitely one of my favorites (so far!).
Edit: I have since experienced some tissue migration and unfortunately now experience a bit of quadboob in this bra (lace lies flat). Next time I will need to get 28F in the Juna cuts.
Very comfortable bra. This bra is recommended for shallow shapes, which I have. I have shallow (tall, starts near my collarbone), narrow, and close together boobs. Most shallow girls seem to have a wider root so a lot of the recommendations do not fit me too well https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_sad.gif" alt=":(" />. The band is a bit looser so size down. The seams on the front is actually visible through thin tank tops and shirts. The underwires are too wide for my narrow root unfortunately and a wee bit too separated. The 28 F is actually a better fit because of the larger cup, however, I chose to go with the 28 E simply because I have very narrow breasts and the 28 F is too wide. Unfortunately, the 28 E is not deep enough for me, and it is actually still a bit too wide. Since its not deep enough, a part of my breasts are pushed out near the top causing armpit fat. Still, this is a very comfortable bra and I kept it.
Different colors fit differently. The strawberry 28E works for me, but the nude 28E is too big in the cups, and the band is also looser. Will exchange the nude for an 28DD.
(This is my first bra since losing a few pounds which must have been completely breast weight)
This is my first bra at this new size, and it fits great. It supports my breasts and gives a sexy cleavage that is more subtle than two breasts mashed together in a fake bum sort of look.
There is no gap at the top of the bra, even when I lay down or or lean forward. (My smaller breast has a bit of a gap, but a small insert pad will hopefully fix this.) The top of the bra lays flat against my breast, with no quad boob (at least right ...out of the bag, and it doesn't appear quad boob will develop during the day by falling out or settling).
This bra is very comfortable. It doesn't dig in anywhere and I don't feel the need to bend the underwires at all.
The underwire encompasses my breast fully and doesn't go too far around my side either.
The band is a little loose, but after reading on here that people thought it was a tight band, I think I really just need the equivalent of a 26 band. I wanted to fasten it on the middle or tightest hook immediately, but I will leave it on the loosest and see how much it rides up sp that I don't stretch it out too fast.
It is really nice having a bra that properly fits again (well, fits the one boob properly. But that's my best option for now). I'm still quite surprised how a five pound weight loss translates to a 2-3 cup down size. Read more 165 more words
In terms of fit, the cups fit the same but the band is definitely a bit tighter than the 30DD; the band fits very firmly on me. The support is really good, almost no jiggling when I walk around or going up and down stairs. The cups give a natural round shape.
The only problem is that you can see the seams and the top trim under close fitting t-shirts. This bra might be better suited for looser fitting t-shirts or a proper blouse.
Edit: I no longer wear this bra as I find it way to tight.
I bought this bra on the assumption that the fit would be close to the Cleo George Balconette (http://bratabase.com/browse/cleo/george-balconette-5731/28E/) since that what it seemed to look like in the photos I've seen. I actually hesitated on getting this bra because personally, I'm not a fan of the colour purple, but the flower pattern on it kind of grew on me.
The band fits great, stretchier than the George, but not stretchy enough to need to go down a band size.
The cups seem a bit too small I think. When I tried on the bra, it felt fine, very comfortable in fact. The issue I had was the shape, it gave me a round shape but I think it was because the cups were slightly flattening. When I pull my elbows back, I get a double boob effect (although it's not too much).
I will try this bra in 28F and report back with results.
Gorgeous bra, but cups run really small. I'm 30D in another brand and expected to fit in a 28DD or 28E. Returning both and ordering a 28F. This one fit my smaller breast ok, but created a bulge in my slightly larger breast. Sizing up a cup size should fit well.
As soon as I saw the color, I fell in love. As soon as I got it on, I was totally heads over heels. This bra is so comfortable! It's snug and secure. Even though it squishes my boobs a bit, I don't mind: it reminds me of a good sports bra. I don't feel like I'm going anywhere.
The cups are a bit wide as usual, but with the foam padding the cups are made from, it's not really a problem. There's a slight pressure at the top of the cup that's causing a slight amount of quadding, but I'm sure that will go away once this bra ...is worn in. The gore isn't too wide for me, and comes up to a comfortable height. Same of the side underwire, it's a good height and isn't a problem at all.
The foam interior is very soft, and the texture of the material is also plush and comfortable. The bra straps don't have a lot of stretch to them, so they feel a bit firm to me. The 3 piece vertical seamed top is definitely something I'm going to keep my eye on from Cleo (much like my Cleo Cassie swimsuit) and other brands. I feel like this cup style is my go-to for the moment.
The straps are kind of in an awkward place across my shoulder blades: right on top of the edge, so if I move my arms at all the straps slide over my shoulder blades. It hasn't caused any discomfort yet, but we'll see over time.
I'll update after a few washes and longer wears about how it breaks in.
Edit: I notice that the lower cup is a bit shallow on me, and the foam puts pressure on the base of my breast. It's not extremely uncomfortable, but it does become more noticeable as the day goes on. This bra has only been hand washed so far, and an attendant at my local suggested that a gentle machine wash might help once the blue color finishes washing out. No issues with the straps yet! They still move around, but it's not actually sliding across my skin so it's not causing any chafing. Read more 254 more words
This bra would fit beautifully if there were more immediate projection. Everything else fits great, but the underwire is pushed down and the cup buckles under my IMF because it's too shallow. Otherwise, gorgeous bra.
This was my first 28 band bra. I liked it so much that I got it in another color later.
I was very surprised at how confortable it felt. No more band riding up!
However, I´m starting to question whether or not I should size up to a 30dd, not because I feel that the band is too tight, but because the hooks and eyes seem to be under significant stress from regular wearing. It looks like they're being pulled too hard from where they were stitched in, even though I've only ever wore it on the loosest hook. Not sure what this means, to be honest.
From ...the pictures, I wasn't expecting the cups to come up so high (I guess this is supposed to be a high apex style?), but I like how they look. The lace is very pretty and quite soft. The cup is made of two fabric sections, and there are no wires. Sometimes the wings/the fabric right by the cups won't lay totally flat against my skin, but that doesn't bother me.
Overall, this is probably the most confortable bra I've ever owned. I just wish I could figure out what is going on with the hooks and eyes.
On the wine colorway, the lining is a light beige color, which gives the effect of some transparency. On the khaki green color, the lining is the same color as the lace. I would've prefered if they made the entire bra the same color as well (the bow, straps and elastic are wine on the green model).
One thing I would add is that this probably wouldn't be great for full on top breasts. The elastic bit at the top of the cups doesn't really stretch much, and depending on the day, it's almost on the verge of cutting into breast tissue.
Also, the straps seem very short! They don't bother me, but sometimes leave red marks, as if they were too tight, but there's no more room to loosen them. Read more 228 more words
This was my first 28 band bra. I liked it so much that I got it in another color later.
I was very surprised at how confortable it felt. No more band riding up!
However, I´m starting to question whether or not I should size up to a 30dd, not because I feel that the band is too tight, but because the hooks and eyes seem to be under significant stress from regular wearing. It looks like they're being pulled too hard from where they were stitched in, even though I've only ever wore it on the loosest hook. Not sure what this means, to be honest.
From ...the pictures, I wasn't expecting the cups to come up so high (I guess this is supposed to be a high apex style?), but I like how they look. The lace is very pretty and quite soft. The cup is made of two fabric sections, and there are no wires. Sometimes the wings/the fabric right by the cups won't lay totally flat against my skin, but that doesn't bother me.
Overall, this is probably the most confortable bra I've ever owned. I just wish I could figure out what is going on with the hooks and eyes.
On the wine colorway, the lining is a light beige color, which gives the effect of some transparency. On the khaki green color, the lining is the same color as the lace. I would've prefered if they made the entire bra the same color as well (the bow, straps and elastic are wine on the green model).
One thing I would add is that this probably wouldn't be great for full on top breasts. The elastic bit at the top of the cups doesn't really stretch much, and depending on the day, it's almost on the verge of cutting into breast tissue. Read more 199 more words
Trying this again four years later lol. It's a little too deep on my larger side, but not bad. The lace folds on my smaller side, would consider adding a little tuck if the wires weren't so wide and firm.
I'm at the beginning of my ABTF journey, so this was a test bra for me. My recommended/calculated size is 28E (28"/27"/26" underbust, 32.5"/34.5"/33" bust). I was sure on being FOB, close-set, tall roots, and splayed roots, but I wasn't sure on my projection. With the Juna, I've determined that it's a shape mismatch for me, particularly with projection. My apex was much higher than that of the cups (squishing my breast tissue against my body), the wires were slightly pushed down under my IMF, and there was slight quadding when leaning over. I believe these fit issues are a problem with the bra being too shallow for ...me. I am also very close-set, so the gore/inner portion of the wire came up high enough and was wide enough to sit on my breast tissue -- not ideal, though not altogether uncomfortable.
This didn't fit me (in particular the cup shape), but otherwise, the band fit well, and the gore tacked. It's also very comfortable (minus the wires not sitting in my IMF); I didn't find that that tops of the wires, the tops of the cups, etc. cut into me, and the fabric feels soft. This definitely would be better for someone on the shallow side. Read more 98 more words
I've become a big fan of Mimi now that I have more upper fullness and can fill out this style properly, so I decided to pick up as many of these as I could. I was lucky enough to snag one in my actual size of 28E (instead of the sister sizes of 30DD) and got this in the blue and white polka-dotted Spot Print.
The 28E, being my correct size, is the best fit of all, as the band is properly snug. The cups are identical to the 30DDs I have, so they are a tiny bit small (mostly wires are a little short on the ...side and I could use a little more depth), but in general is still a good fit. When I was a smaller cup size and much shallower on top, I had a hard time filling out this style. I also tried a cup size up in 30E and it was definitely about a half cup size too big.
I'd stick with your normal band size and normal cup size, sizing down if you are on the smaller end of your cup size. I think this style is tough if you don't have enough upper fullness or are very shallow, so it's more for average to projected shapes. Because of the open cups, it is great for tall roots.
Blue Spot is not my favorite print though, as I find this shade of dusty blue a little drab on me. I wish I had gotten this size in the Rose Print, but c'est la vie. The blue and white polka dot is accented with vibrant coral picot trim at the upper cup and cradle. The print runs throughout the bra in the front, extending to the front straps, while the band is solid blue knit, with blue elastic adjustable straps. Unfortunately the straps are only partially adjustable and the elastic is medium width plain elastic, instead of a wider and textured option to prevent slippage. The printed fabric is pretty standard lightweight knit used for many printed bras (similar to Freya and Fantasie). The band is single layer fabric, and it's on the thinner side, so this might be why the band doesn't quite feel as secure as a thicker fabric or firm powermesh. Read more 281 more words
I first tried Lexi about a year ago after having some success with the Cleo Maddie in 28DD. It fit me at the time, but I didn't really love it, because Maddie was a better fit, and the thick upper edge binding on Lexi was more visible under clothing. Amazon had a good deal on this in my current size so I gave it a try anyway. I didn't really expect to love it, and sure enough, I didn't.
One point I had forgotten is that Lexi is pretty shallow-friendly, as the cups are quite short and on the shallow side. This time, I also ...noticed that the shape is a bit of a mismatch for me. Once I have this on and am fully scooped and adjusted, I have massive overflow, but I can feel the center point of the cup is a bit empty. Therefore, the cup is a bit too projected at the center, while also being too short and slightly too shallow overall. I don't think I should size up in this style because Lexi and Maddie are both quite wide balconette styles, with wide-set straps, and I would not want the straps to end up sitting in my armpits.
This style gives a good push-up appearance if you are on the shallow side, as I remember being impressed with how this gave me a corset-like appearance in my smaller size. However, if you are average to full, I think the cups are simply too short to be a good option.
The band is decently firm and TTS for a Cleo 28. It is made from the same silky microfiber shadow stripe fabric that covers the cups, with very firm elastic throughout. The leotard back is a deep U at the center of the back, unlike the shallow leotard backs that Freya tends to make. Cups are molded foam and slightly thicker and firmer than average compared to most current US molded foam bras on the market. The overall look of the bra is clean and attractive, with shadow stripe fabric throughout and minimal trims, but the thick upper binding ruins it for me. I wish they had done a clean-finished edge to keep the bulk down, because you can really see this through clothing. Straps are also plain medium-width elastic and fully adjustable, but are totally smooth and slippage could be an issue. The only trim is a bowtie at the center gore. A good basic for shallow folks who need their bras to do a little more lifting than most UK bras offer, however watch for that upper binding! Read more 339 more words
This is one of my better fitting bras, although I get a little quadboob, especially on my larger breast. I suspect this is a combination of being slightly too small in the cup and the lace on top has no give, which doesn't accommodate my tall roots well. The band feels TTS. The wires are fairly narrow, with a moderately low center gore and wing. Cleo Lucy is sheer mesh with embroidery and lace on the top. It is quite pretty and very lightweight.
