OH MY. This is just stunning. Really. The fit is spot on compared to my other 60HH half cups. I have nothing new and earth shattering to say about it, there's nothing strange or unique about how it fits... the copper ribbon really doesn't close off the tops of the cups, at least in the 3HC pattern. I'm in love. Narrow and projected as per Comexim standards. Full review on the blog!
Am I the first to review the half cup cut? When these two bras were releasead, I loved the colors and aesthetics of Sonia better than Victoria. But now having tried both, I like the fit of Victoria better. It's a better technical fit. It helps it's my correct size lol. I thought it was a single seam half cup (Anna even said so) but mine has 2 seams. Maybe mine is mutant, but I don't care, it fits great.
My shape is low set, short and narrow rooted, and soft.
This bra is so adorable! I love the yellow (which I usually stay away from), and the little feathers. Again, just like my 60J - Comexim » Scottie 3hc , I decided to get a fun bra with a pattern for a change. I don't regret my decision to get this bra, but the band is way shorter than my Scottie (see pictures for comparison). I recently dropped from a 65 to a 60 band, but this one only fits with an extender. It also only has 3 x 2 sets of hooks, which I was ...dissapointed about, because the other two I ordered have 4 x 3 sets of hooks. The straps and gore bow are grey. The material is cottony on the inside and satiny on the outside. The padding is not bulky. The straps are a little wider than your typical straps, and they adjust long enough for my tall frame. I requested straps moved in 1cm and overalapping gore, and it looks to me like these alterations were done. I should also mention that I get 3HCs in a cup size larger compared to plunges.
I ordered the brazillian bottoms in a medium. My upper hips measure about 36.5", and my lower hips (where my bum is fullest) measures about 38.5". They fit perfectly and look great with the bra.
Overall excellent quality, with the exception of the band being short, excellent comfort, and beautiful appearance. Read more 142 more words
This bra's measurements have been altered
Altered band,
Altered straps,
Straps moved in 1cm, overlapping gore, made as a 60 band.
It looks gorgeous on you! Hopefully, the band will stretch out a bit.
It’s so cute! I’m actually pleased that the yellow is less vibrant. It means that I might be able to do it. I’m sure I would need a 70 in it based on the band.
Thanks Sonya and Calluna . I'm curious to see if other people's yellow bird bands are also short, or if mine was just an accident. Can't wait unitl everyone starts getting their BF bras in!!!
I have a parcel to pick up tomorrow, so I'm hoping it's my Comexim order.
Oh I got my fingers crossed for you!!!
Thanks!
Oh that's gorgeous! I really hope the one I ordered fits me! I'm practically stalking my poor mailman hoping my order shows up soon!
This is super beautiful as well!! Lovely yellow print and great fit too. The matching bottoms are very nice as well.
Thanks again braluv ! I usually don't get the bottoms, but I decided the splurge this time since it's harder to match this bra to standard underwear you buy in the store. I probably would have bought a couple pair, but I had never tried Comexim bottoms and wasn't sure if they were going to fit.
It's even prettier alive! The plunge cut proved, one again, to be perfect for narrow roots and projection! I asked for the straps to be moved in 2 cm (0,8 inches!), to reduce armpit shafting!
I got this bra from Wilderness1 a couple days ago, and had a chance to wear it for an extended period of time on Saturday. It was a twelve hour wear day, which included driving to and from Toronto (about four hours worth of driving), plus a lot of walking around.
For reference, I am a 26FF on paper, with narrow, tall roots, and even, firm tissue.
I am extremely pleased with this bra, and only have a few minor things to mention. Over the course of the twelve hour day, the band started digging in along the bottom edge at the wings. This band is ...currently fitting somewhere between a 24-26, which I think is a little ridiculous considering it was ordered as a 60(28) band. It's probably because the band is double layered with fabric instead of just being mesh. The only other thing that surprised me was that the yellow is actually more neon in real life than it appears in photos, but this doesn't bother me. (The photos of the bra itself on my bed are the most accurate colour-wise).
Other than that, it is an exceptional fit. The wires are the perfect width, the cups are the perfect volume, and with some more wears and washes, the band will most likely start to loosen up and fit more comfortably. Read more 117 more words
This bra's measurements have been altered
Altered band,
Altered straps,
Straps moved in 1cm, overlapping gore, made as a 60 band.
I absolutely adore this print. Even though my size might be changing soonish I’m soooo tempted to reorder it now that I on know what modifications I need because I just love it so freaking much....
That looks fantastic on you. What an adorable print!
This is my first time to try a half cup bra without lowering the gore and I’m glad it’s quite good!
My shape is projected, full on top and centre with narrow & tall roots. Soft tissue and extremely close-set breasts. My usual UK size is 28F and Comexim size 60HH. I have never had a half-cup bra before except for the Comexim 3HC since they are usually too wide (especially with UK bras) with too sturdy wires that would hurt at the gore. With basically no distance between my breasts, I always request for a lowered gore even in lined 3HC from Comexim. This time, I take my usual ...size 60HH but did not request a lowered gore since most unlined bras with a low gore means less room for my top fullness. All unlined plunges basically cut in my tall roots except for those with stretch lace like the Panache Andorra plunge. I decided to try an unlined 3HC from Comexim because I am just in need for a plain white bra that doesn't add any bulk.
This bra fits just as well as the lined 3HC. I would recommend to take your usual Comexim size if you would like to try an unlined bra from them. Although I didn't ask for a lowered gore, it is still low compared to most half-cups on the market. The soft wires help too. But I think my breasts are too close together so the gore is not laying flat. Since I asked for an overlapped gore, I also expected it to be narrower. Like lined 3HC's, the wires are narrow, and cups quite deep and open on top. With its stretchy material, the cups also accommodate lots of top fullness. Band runs true to size.
Overall I find this bra fitting quite similarly as the usual lined 3HC. Read more 196 more words
what a lovely bra! I hardly ever see anyone reviewing unlined Comexim half cups, but I've been interested in them for a while now. Might take the plunge after seeing your review.
I am not usually drawn to white bras, but this one is super pretty and looks great on you!
What type of clothing do you wear with plain white bras? I usually just do black and nude, I have no idea how to wear other colors with clothing. White has always baffled me!
I am not usually drawn to white bras, but this one is super pretty and looks great on you!
What type of clothing do you wear with plain white bras? I usually just do black and nude, I have no idea how to wear other colors with clothing. White has always baffled me!
Charlotteke I am surprised unlined Comexim is not more popular too! It has really good quality and fits just as well as the lined HC.
belleandblues I wear mainly white t-shirts / shirts over white bras. I never wear any beige bras because I just don't like the colour. I try to match the colour of my clothes to the bra so it won't be too visible, or I can wear any pattern under dark-coloured clothes. But the problem with white bras is that they tend to gradually become yellow/grey tinted if they are not washed separately with white items only.
Beautiful bra and fit! The design on the cups is really pretty.
Thanks so much for this information, I'll be ordering some with my next haul! I have a few unlined Kris Line half cup bras underway that look very similar to this. They were on heavy sale so I took a gamble because I so love the look of them. I used to wear a similar style from Aubade until I sized out of their range, such beauties!
I’ll have to try matching light bra colors to light colored clothing then, for some reason I just assumed it wouldn’t work as well as nude, but I agree that nude isn’t the most attractive color. I am trying to branch out with colors more since so many European brands make pretty colors that you don’t find as often here in the US.
I am also thinking about placing a Comexim order in the future to get the Ingrid Plunge, but I’ll put this on the list as an unlined option to try. Do you have any other unlined styles from Comexim that you would recommend or want to try?
I’ll have to try matching light bra colors to light colored clothing then, for some reason I just assumed it wouldn’t work as well as nude, but I agree that nude isn’t the most attractive color. I am trying to branch out with colors more since so many European brands make pretty colors that you don’t find as often here in the US.
I am also thinking about placing a Comexim order in the future to get the Ingrid Plunge, but I’ll put this on the list as an unlined option to try. Do you have any other unlined styles from Comexim that you would recommend or want to try?
belleandblues I have heard that matching bras to your skin tone also works well. For example many Caucasians have pink undertones and pink or even red bras aren't noticeable under white shirts. It will take some trial and error, but I really dislike nude so I wouldn't mind if my light-coloured bra are somewhat noticeable.
Sharon / Coco are unlined cuts that have been more popular although I haven't tried them myself. So is Bridget, a newer model, but I am not sure if it is still available. If I could, I would love to try Musetta as it just looks very good in the pictures!
kate166 , It sure looks deliciously airy and supporting, quite a difficut to achieve performance.
However is it me falling for an optical illusion or the underwires sit about 1 finger too low from the IMF?
Kind of hard to tell, it's so smoothly curved.
Thanks, have a glorious day !
femineaaeterna You are not the first person to say the bra sits too low, but when I check where the wire marks are after I take the bra off, they are right at the IMF. It might look that way because I have long boobs, lol
kate166 , Thank for enlightening me, I was just worried since bras that do not click on the IMF and sit below are of very common occurence even on catalog models. Be happy, have a glorious day !
I love this! Looks grand on you. Thanks for the photos.
Beaaaauuutttiiful bra I've loved for a long time but never bothered to order in a 3HC until now. Fits like every other Comexim 3HC I've ever owned. Has slightly wider wires for whatever reason. Narrow, immediate depth, open on top, yadda yadda.... full review on the blog!
Typical Comexim quality and narrow, projected fit. Super excited to have this stunner in a half cup, especially now that my plunge is too tall https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":-)" /> I love the allover green lace and think the two bras look different enough to justify keeping both, which is good because I'm sentimentally attached to both. Yes, I love my bras.... it's kinda sad LOL. Band is on the tight side of TTS but should stretch easily like my plunge did. Full review on the blog!
The edge Ewa's have cups have is more center projection for those who are really center full and need that.
Absolutely gorgeous on you! We think alike, as I've got the plunge and just recently received my half cup and there's no way I'm about to part with either of them. Love bras like this, that can look so different in the two cuts. :)
Thanks! and totally agree! I didn't know anyone else had it in a half cup! It's beautiful either way.
I've been getting quite a few styles made into half cups, and I must say, Comexim never disappoints. My Jade should be here any day; can't wait for that one! It looks exactly like this Poison Ivy 3HC only the background is green and the lace overlay is black. :) In case anyone is wondering which bra that is, it's the exclusive one through Jaimie at bra obsessed. I believe there's a picture of my half cup on the bra obsessed facebook page.
SO beautiful on you! Now I want one :).
SO beautiful on you! Now I want one :).
SO beautiful on you! Now I want one :).
stunning! I had to have this one after I saw your pistures! I ordered it last week and hope I'll get a payment thing (forgot how you call it) soon! It's looks great on you! Hope it will fit me similarly!
Anya99 did you get the jade from braobsessed or from comexim? I LOVE the look of it and I'm thinking of adding it to my order :D
This is gorgeous! I never really thought much about purchasing the Poison Ivy because I thought the beige would look odd with my skintone, but after seeing this I think I need it xD That green though *swoon*
The green is what sells it for me! The beige does look weird with my skin tone because I am warm-skinned with yellow undertones and it is very cool, pinkish beige. But I don't care. That green is enchanting.
BronteBeach: I ordered mine through Jaimie (bra obsessed). She showed me a picture of the Jade plunge prototype. It wasn't even sewn yet, only pinned. I had just received my 3HC Poison Ivy and LOVED the look of it, so I requested my Jade in the 3HC as well. Can't wait to get it! And don't disregard this because I'm an enabler, but I really do think you should get it! :) I thought I saw a post on here that someone had gotten a Bra Obsessed exclusive through Comexim direct. I'm sorry I can't remember who it was and I didn't know Comexim would do that, so I got mine from Jaimie. Either way, I hope you get one too. :)
Anya99 I look forward to seeing your Jade and Poison Ivy half cups! What size did you end up getting? I'm still trying to pin down sizing, and I know we're close...
I like it design wise even more as a half cup and I loved it in the original form . I wish I was wealthy instead of poor lol then I could get all the pretty under things . I do think one should have the bras that have the model name as yours right ? I really would feel glamorous in a ivy bra made just for me hahaha .some day I need to get past my fear and order a comexim .
DressTheTwins: That's it!! Thank you so much for the link. :)
Klilly3: I got the 3HC in size 60L with the straps moved in 3cm, overlapping wires and pockets (only because the fabric is so soft and luxurious; I can't ever "use" the pockets, but I get them anyway because I love the softness). I also asked if they could use more narrow wires because I always end up with too much empty space on the sides and I need it in the center, for projection, instead. They did some bras like this for me in the past (Poison Ivy was one of them) and it solved the issue; no more wasted fabric at my sides and enough room in the cup so my gore sits perfectly flat the way it should. It also helps the wires stay in my crease and follow my root closely. I just hope they remembered to use the more narrow wire on my Jade too. Hope this helps. :)
Isn't that lace just gorgeous?! I do love Comexim's unique and creative designs. I'm looking forward even more now to getting my Poison Ivy plunge - please, oh please, let it fit me!
This looks so pretty in the halfcup! Love how much of the lace covers the cups, compared with the plunge.
I agree, I think it's stunning. The plunge is stunning in it's own right, but I'm a huge sucker for hunter green lace.
I was purely giddy when I was able to snag this bra secondhand, and at a killer price. It's obviously been worn some, but it's still in great shape. I adore the unique lunar pattern and it is so soft!! Very comfortable. The cups run a little taller than my other 60HH's, I think that was a common problem with Comexim's older styles especially. Still wonderfully narrow and overall an acceptable fit. Full review on my blog!
I'm sitting on the edge of my seat for your Comexim 3 part half cup and Ewa Michalak CHP comparison :-) :-) I found the Ewa CHP too narrow for me, but I'm still waiting for my first Comexim three part half cup to arrive. I passionately hope it is slightly wider than the Ewa CHP. It is very likely you will post your results before my first order arrives ;-) ;-) Thank you for your informative reviews!
You're welcome! I hope the Comexim works for you! Honestly I find both half cups to be pretty equal in width, give or take a few cms one way or the other. I have a feeling as I really break down the bras and do tons of measurements for the comparison post, I'll find they're damn near identical.
Your review may dramatically increase Comexim half cup sales. :-) There are several posts suggesting Comexim half cups have less immediate projection; most are two part half cups reviews.
From my experience, Comexim 2 part half cups definitely have less projection at the wire, and also wider wires. Their 3 part half cups have more room at the wire than their plunges (but also slightly wider wires). In comparison to the Ewa CH/Ps I've tried, I see little difference except for the placement of the shoulder straps - which swings in Comexim's favor since Ewa's are always so ridiculously wide set.
That Comexim two part Victoria I tried was one of the shallowest things I've ever tried on. It wouldn't even stay in my IMF long enough for pics, I seriously couldn't wait to get it off.
Ooh, I'm also looking forward to your Comexim 3-part HC and EM CHP comparison! What sizes in each style do you think are equivalent or comparable?
Oh dear, help please! Is there a place on the Comexim site that says "2-part" or "3-part"? Or is it obvious in the pictures somehow? How does one tell?? Their plunges are too shallow at the bottom for me, and I lust after Yoko & Butterfly Comexim HC's but been put off by the reviews that say they are even shallower than the plunge style. If I could understand which ones are 3-part that would be terrific!
You can order them in a "three part half cup." I did, but my order has not yet arrived :-)
jennyanni look closely at the stock photos on the website. Compare Sonia half cup to... Elena for example. It should be obvious the Sonia has 2 seams and the Elena has only one. You can specifically ask for the 2 seamed (3 part) half cup pattern when you order. That's how I ordered my Elena.
voluptuousbeauties I will be comparing a Comexim 60HH (28G) and Ewa 65FF (30FF). I need the 28 band, but won't bother with custom ordering from Ewa. I'm pretty sure I'll be using my 60HH - Comexim » Elena (312) and my 65FF - Ewa Michalak » Ch Biszkopty (259) . The Biszkopty band is altered but I can't compare band lengths anyways since they're different band sizes. However, they are sister sizes so the cup volume should theoretically be the same. I'm picking these two bras from my collection because out of all the half cups I've tried from both brands, I feel these two run most true to size in the cup volume department. I plan on measuring (and taking pictures of) wire width, placement of the vertical seams, cup depth at the bottom, middle, and top, cup height both up the middle and at the strap, gore height and width, wing height, and strap placement - as in how far apart are the straps at the point they connect to the cup in front and back. I'm hoping there's a way I can try to quantify the amount of immediate projection in numbers, but at the very least I'll be able to show it in pictures and do a side-by-side fit comparison. Considering I'm extremely immediately projected, I think I'll be a fair representative for how projected at the cups are at the wire. It'll be a task but I think it'll be interesting to see if there's any variations in the cup design. Should be able to get it posted sometime this week.
Also - since I've moved the straps in on the Biszkopty, I'll be measuring their placement from their original point. It's still clearly marked by the original seams lol.
Wow your blog post sounds like it'll be extremely detailed! I'd have no idea how to go about measuring immediate projection but I think a side-by-side fit comparison with profile shots would be more than adequate. Thanks for doing all this, I'll definitely keep an eye out for your post!
Finally, a Comexim that fits! My latest order was supremely successful. I tried a 3HC in my new size, and finally found the cut and alterations that work for me. Plus the print is so pretty. It's even nicer IRL than in the stock photos. Full review on my blog!
Thanks for your review! I've been waiting with baited breath since I saw that you added this bra. I've been eyeing this bra since it came out. I ALMOST got it with my last order a few weeks back and then changed my mind and went with the Diana in 3HC instead... I wish I'd gone with Mattiola, however, it's good to know that the band is so short... I will probably size up to a 65 in this bra.
It's beautiful! Would you say that the added depth at the wire makes it fit much larger, overall? I'm wondering if this alteration merits downsizing in cup size...
Wow, that really is gorgeous. I'm ready to try a Comexim and this review is really helpful regarding they way they fit. I'm glad you mentioned the overlapping wires at the gore, because I have almost NO space at all between my breasts and that would be a solution that would probably work for me.
Beautiful! I have considered this one before, and it is on my list, though I have a few other ones that are a little higher priority, especially as I’m still working out my size in a 3HC.
Thanks for the gorgeous photos!
Wilderness1 Thanks so much for you comment! I wish I could say that your band would also run small and to size up, but unfortunately I feel like the margin of error can be a bit of a crapshoot. The other bra in my order ran TTS. On this sample of one I couldn't be confident. Luckily the extender helped!
Sonya I'm not sure. I really struggled with guessing a size for my order. I hadn't ordered in a while. The 60HH plunge with reduced cups was my best prior fit from Comexim for depth, but the plunges cut in on top on me. I wavered between a standard 60J and 60HH with added depth and settled on the latter hoping for maybe a happy medium in depth and avoiding the cup getting too tall. Honestly it feels like winning the lottery that it worked 😂 Since I don't own a 60J in any HCs I can't compare measurements. To be safe I'd say maybe it adds half a cup?
Haboob The overlapping gore is my favorite alteration! I wish all bras had it.
Looks like a lovely fit! I love Ingrid, it's so pretty and it looks fantastic against your skin.
jlcl119 thanks <3 the print is lovely beyond words!
I'm glad you like it. I think customizations aren't free anymore though, as of a few months ago.
larabloom you sure? I've read a lot of recent reviews stating the alterations that didn't require more fabric were free! :/
larabloom you sure? I've read a lot of recent reviews stating the alterations that didn't require more fabric were free! :/
I'm not sure. I read an article where someone (maybe Anna Pardal?) said that someone else had been right that doing alterations for free was rather optimistic or something, but I can't find it now, and I see September articles saying that they 'might' charge a small fee in the future from third parties. Hopefully I'm wrong! The longlines come at a small extra fee; I thought having almost any other alterations came with a small extra fee too, but that you got as many alterations as you want for that. But short of buying another bra, I'm not seeing a way to check that!
larabloom I ordered two new bras and asked for the straps to be moved in 2 cm...they said it was fine, and I didn't pay anything more...let's see if the alterations will be done or not... hmmm
As far as I know customizations at Anna Pardal cost $10 for as many alterations as you want. Cookie pockets and nursing clips are free. Comexim longlines are an additional 20 PLN, all other alterations are free. Ewa Michalak charges an additional 20 PLN + 6% (international customers) for special sizes (ex: 60 bands) and special cuts (ex: So to CHP) but performs no other customizations.
At the moment I have a lot of lacy, floral, romantic-looking bras (and I do love them), but it’s cool to have something like Magic for a change: more minimalistic and modern-looking. The color is a gorgeous, deep emerald green (I had to adjust the color a bit because my phone’s camera made it look too blue). The black trims and straps look great on it. Yay for more green bras!
I think that Comexim plunges are my favorite bras to wear at the moment, and Magic is no exception. It fits similarly to most other Comexim plunges, meaning lots of projection and narrow underwires. Most of the projection ...is in the center part of the cup. At first when I put this bra on, I thought that the shape seemed quite pointy, but already after the first wear the cups softened and became rounder. This bra has alterations: reduced center gore, overlapping wires at the center, and 4x2 hooks (I asked for 3x3 but it’s not a problem really). The band seems like a standard 28; it fits my small ribcage best on the second row of hooks.
The bra fits very well, feels comfortable and looks fantastic. I also got the matching thong in size S. It’s comfortable, true to size and completes the set perfectly. This will be a much loved set I’m sure! Read more 117 more words
I ordered this beauty (haha) with reduced cup hight, centre gore, straps moved in and as a 3HC.
I do own another comexim 3HC in 65HH and this bra feels much smaller then the 65HH, but it gives me the most AMAZING cleavage! https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> I am wearing this bra for about 3 hours now and I didn't have to replace it once! https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> (unlinke the mint plunge, which I had to replace every couple of minutes btw)
So what else is there to say.. I love it! https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
Just curious, what is the cup height with the reduction? It does look great on you too. I wish I had ordered this one on my last order, but I decided on the Charme instead.
Thank you girls! :)
I messured 14,5 cm cup hight. I decided to go for the charme for my last order asmell, but now I must honestly say that I prefer the eastethics of beauty (and mint)!
So, I initially got a 30FF/65H in this bra from Breakout Bras with my birthday discount, and even though I sized down in the band to a 30 from my usual 32 in Comexim due to reports that the band is stretchy, I opted to try the 28G because the cups mostly fit well in the 30FF, but I felt like I might still be able to do a somewhat snugger band. BoB customer service said the smaller band might help the cups hug my breast better as well. Rather than waiting to return the 30FF, I ordered the 28G as it was the last one available.
How did this one fit? Better! It’s definitely snugger, and I might have to use and extender if I am going to wear it for longer periods, or just for short periods of time as it relaxes. It’s comfortable as it is, but long term wear and swelling in the day might cause a little pain in my sternum. The cups do seem like they’re fitting a bit better. The only thing I’m unsure about is if the straps are too tight. I actually did not adjust them once on. I think they’re ok, but maybe a tad bit snug. That said, the tension seemed ok after I’d been wearing it for a bit when taking pictures and fit videos to send to BoB and sone bra friends. I don’t think I can size down any further in the cups. Perhaps if I had firmer tissue I might be able to do it, but I am too soft.
It’s a lovely bra.
I think I’m gonna list the 30FF for a few days or so and see if I get a bite before sending it back.
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Just a fit update...it didn’t take long for me to adjust to the snugger band. Like the 65F - Ewa Michalak » Bm Crazy Bra (1174) , it’s comfortably snug, and I can wear it all day. It’s slightly more noticeable during the day, but totally fine. I think that if I had not gone smaller in my snug measurements with the weight loss, it would be harder to adjust. I absolutely love this set, and fear the day that I gain weight again. Lol! Read more 299 more words
this looks so good on you! Just the *tiniest* bit of gaping, but I don't think it will show at all through shirts. lovely bra!
Thanks so much. I wonder if straps moved in and reduced gore would fix the gaping. I don’t think that they can reduce cup height in the soft cups but I think it’s possible for them to do reduced gore and straps moved in. I’m going to email and ask because I want to get a Rubin.
rubin looks gorgeous too! totally attracted to that design.
Rubin is actually my maiden name so I really want it. Lol
Calluna i got the Rubin. I have to get around to writing a review but I will say it is gorgeous! I didn’t think comexim did alterations on the soft cup bras? Curious to hear what they advise on this.
Awesome! Can’t wait to see you add more information! I have to go measure this one but I have a lot of stuff to do today.
About 6 years ago, I began my journey to find a bra that fits. It has taken me through hundreds of bras across dozens of brands. By now I have a small - but mighty - collection of bras that are a great fit, bras that are very comfortable, and bras that are very beautiful. The rest of the pieces in my stash are either no longer my size and/or just too cute to part with. Normally I preface even my most positive reviews here with caveats about something that wasn't quite right. It gapes here, it wrinkles there, it cuts in, it won't stay put, the band ...tension is uneven, etc. Losing weight along the way has made it even more tricky to nail down my size and a great fit that I could replicate. When I first ventured into Polish bras and Comexim in particular, I struggled at first to find the right alterations and it seemed hopeless as bra after bra *kinda* fit, but something was off. When I did get a plunge style that fit, I ordered 4 more and none of them fit like the first one.
Over the years I've found some decent fits across a few brands and some very pretty stuff (RIP Fauve) but that special a-ha "perfect fit" moment I saw others experience had eluded me. Until now! This set is everything I dreamed of: uniquely beautiful, supremely comfortable, and a fun pattern with custom alterations to the bra and the briefs. My review is coming in a bit late, but I'm glad I managed to snag Aida before she disappeared. The set was literally made for me (thank you, Comexim, I don't know where I'd be without you) and it fits more perfectly than any other bra I've tried. I finally found my best alteration combination: 3HC with overlapping gore, straps moved in, and - the wildcard that paid off - added depth at the wire. In my current size (60HH) I don't need narrower wires or reduced cups or a taller or shorter gore or anything else I had been messing with to no avail. Now I'm desperate to try this cut it in an unlined style and see if it works with that, too. Full review on the blog!
Have you had your a-ha moment yet? Please share! Read more 283 more words
Thanks for a great blog review. The bottoms are quite unique! I wish I could pull off high waisted panties, but they just (unfortunately) look weird on me. I got the Diana in a 3HC (same bra as the Aida 3HC but has no strappy parts) with 2 pairs of thongs. I love my set too, and the adjustable straps on the bottoms are quite unique.I adore Comexim bras in general actually, and I've had quite a few excellent fitting bras from them over the last few years. My current fav is 60J - Comexim » Scottie 3hc.
I love those panties! One thing I like about this model is that it is not the usual black strap detail. The colors are quite lovely.
Wilderness1 Thank you! Yes, Joanna outdid herself with the bottoms. I basically said that I still wanted the strap detail but I prefer high waist to low-rise, and it just show up like magic. I thought it might feel bulky on because the straps are kind of standard size and not really narrow like I thought they might be. But even with all the adjusters etc, I don't feel anything and it fits like a glove. I didn't have to tinker with the adjusters either. Straight out of the box fit. I really struggle to find bottoms that fit, almost as much as bras, so I own few matching sets. I really prize this one. The fabric itself is so soft, too.
@AllyBra I agree - the colors are really nice. They remind me of autumn. I'm not the biggest fan of black, but I really enjoy navy and warm reds and deep greens. This is the first time I saw paisley in a bra and I just had to try it. Honestly it's much prettier in person than on the website. But I often say that about Comexim!
My shape is low set, soft, short and narrow rooted.
This bra is classically beautiful. It almost reminds me of something old fashioned, but the style is still quite modern. The top of the plunge cup has a lace overlay on top of beige, and then along the edge, it has gathered satin. Unfortunately the satin sticks out a bit and is visible under clothes. Luckily I don't wear tight clothes though, so it should be fine.
I am amazed that this fit, since the only other plunge I tried was a 65HH Poison Ivy that was too tall in the cups. I was worried this bra would also be ...too tall, but this is a size down from the one I tried. I'm pleased to say there's no gaping at all, and the cup height is great. It's my first try with a 60 band too, and it feels nice and supportive. I'm so glad I finally made the leap to size down my band (especially since losing weight), because my 30" were feeling loose. This bra makes me feel better about my recent black friday purchases to get a couple Comexim 60J 3HCs/Half cups.
The shape is actually quite rounded for a plunge. I usually look a bit pointier in plunges, so I'm quite happy with this look. I'm not sure if it's more rounded because the bra is used, or because the cup itself isn't stiff like EMs are. Either way, I'm happy with the profile. It's nice and uplifting and centering.
The straps are fully adjustable, and they still have lots of adjusting room on my tall, low set frame. The bra is wonderfully comfortable. Read more 169 more words
Yay! I'm so glad it fits! It looks gorgeous on you!
Thanks for passing it along Sonya ! I'm sure I'll wear it till it's dead!
I'd been hanging onto it for a while in hopes of losing 10 or so pounds but decided that probably wasn't gonna happen. I'm happy it's gone to a good home. It looks like it was made for you. :)
That is a gorgeous bra! I'm no fit expert but I wish I had something that looked as good on me as those pics look and felt good to! I'd be wanting to show everyone my bra lol
confused thank you! I'm blushing! Very nice of you to say. It took a lot of trial and error to get to a point where I could make an educated guess on what would fit my body. I have tried lots of Comexims, so I know how they fit me. The reason I thought this one would fit is that I normally wear 65HH, which the sister size down is 60J, but Comexim's plunges are tall and they fit me bigger, so I sized down 1 size to 60HH. I bought this used so I didn't spend a ton of money on it if it didn't fit.
So, just about two weeks ago, I spent a couple days in Toronto. And y'all know what that means (for me, anyway)... bra shopping! I hit up my favourite store first, Broad Lingerie. They don't carry much in my size in stock, but this was truly a find (and deal!) of the century.
First of all, I never thought I would be a fan of the print until I saw it in person. The cups have a mostly pink, red, and green rose print, with slightly shiny black pinstripes running vertically. The cups also have a stretchy black elastic attached along the top edge, with very thin elastic ...fibers attaching it to the edge of the cup. From afar, it looks like the elastic is floating above the cup edge, creating a neat negative-space effect. It also helps the cups lie flat against my breasts, and not cut in. Other than the cups, the rest of the bra is black.
As for fit, it is pretty much perfect. The band is snug enough and stays in place on the loosest hook, the wires are a good width, the straps are spaced well for me, and the cups are basically the perfect volume. The only minor fit issue I get is that the gore doesn't quite tack on me, but I don't feel any less secure in this bra. In fact, I feel quite secure, well supported, and nicely shaped as well despite the bra being so light on my body. The only other qualms I have with this bra are 1. that there were a few loose threads when I bought it, but that's no big deal, and 2. the sides of the hook tape (ie. the top and bottom when worn; the sides perpendicular to the edge with the hooks poking out) seem to be sealed through some heat-treated method, basically melting the edges together instead of sewing those edges shut, which starts to get a little pokey after wearing it for several hours. I may try to either file these edges to smooth them a bit, or I may trim off those edges and sew them shut instead. That being said, I can absolutely live with these issues.
This bra gives me the same great shape that my other Comexims do, which is upfront, pulled in from the sides, and rounded with a light peak. Perfection for me. The best part? It was on clearance for $20 CAD. Read more 299 more words
Wow! It looks great! I was a fool to pass up the 30G on Breakout Bras. One of my close friends got it as I was helping her with her size and new bras and she loved it. Just as I was about to get it, so we could twin, AGBras got it. And it looks great on her. My loss for waiting so long indecisively.
What a great find! Looks amazing on you.
Wow, great deal. It looks really good on you.
You certainly followed a lucky star to that shop! It's a really lovely optic and hugs you at best ! Love the wings, cup details, wide straps. Nice !
What a great deal! It looks lovely on you. I file those edges regularly- makes a huge difference.
Thank you all! Sonya I'm glad to hear that filing the edges works for you! I will definitely give it a try then.
What a bargain!!! It looks great on you. I agree the website's product photos didn't make it look wonderful. The pattern is actually more appealing in your photo. Maybe it's the lighting?
Anyway, congratulations on a beautiful, supportive, well-fitting deal!
I agree that this bra is best appreciated in person. I was able to snag my size from Breakout Bras and it’s comfortable, surprisingly pretty, and makes a ,overly shape. The fit looks perfect for you, by the way!
This was another one of the highly customized Comexim bras I ordered during the Halloween sale. (Yes, they literally took 8 weeks to arrive - yay Canada). Rosette is listed on the Comexim side as a 2HC, but I wanted it desperately it in a plunge. (I am a little nervous about ordering a Comexim half cup as I am not sure about the size I would need or how it compares to my beloved plunges.) Ordering Rosettes in a plunge style was a breeze. I requested to have the straps moved in by 2cms and the gore narrowed. From what I can tell, the gore ...is lowered but not narrowed and the straps are in their original position. These customizations were requested for comfort and don't seem to be a dealbreaker on the fit for me. However, this is good evidence of the bratabase hypothesis that the more customizations you request the less likely they are all to be completed. Thankfully it was made as a plunge - the request I cared most about.
I ordered this bra in 60HH and the matching panty in size small. The set is stunning - the green and gold are so vibrant in person - and the embroidery is really intricate. The strap detailing on this bra really adds to its charm. My husband is a big fan of this set. Based on looks alone, this set is hands-down the prettiest I've ever owned. The fit is pretty great too. The cups are narrow and perfectly projected. But they do seem to be a little shorter than other 60HHs. This doesn't compromise the fit too much but does allow for more cleavage than I usually like. There is not much wiggle room for growth, so I am hoping it will continue to fit. The band is supremely comfortable and true to size. Overall, Rosettes is a winner and I am delighted. Read more 214 more words
How nice! I like the strap connection. So unique! :-)
That's so cute! I came to comment about the strap connection as well, I've never seen one like that before and I think it matches this bra really well and it really feeds into the art noveau-ish vibe it has going on.
This is stunning, and I really like the strap detail too.
veggiechicTressymMamaPagan The strap connector is really the winning feature here. It makes up for the less than perfect fit.
Gorgeous. Just gorgeous. I love it!!!
Beautiful! I wanted this one done as a plunge, it's great to see how they did it.
This bra was...a gamble, but it's also a testament to this site and how awesome it can be once you have added some bras and figured out what measurements and such work, what you like, and what you need. Let me explain....
This is my first Comexim bra. I've never had one or tried one or anything, but I learned from a friend with a very similar size and shape that the sizes in Comexim that I should be looking at are 65H or 70G. And well...well, this bra is a 60HH. So it is a sister size, but a smaller band than I'd normally consider. Sometimes I like ...to browse the listings and not filter anything in a particular brand...I just see everything available and then maybe click on nearby sizes if something appeals to me and I look at the measurements. This is how I came across this particular bra. Normally, I look at the measurements and realize that nope, not going to work (and give a small cry). This one though, this beautiful bra, said that it had a stretched measurement of 30" so I was immediately intrigued and interested! I'd seen this bra on my friend's blog previously and had fallen pretty hard for it then. I figured that as it had a user before this seller, the band must have just stretched out, but thought to ask the seller to confirm that (which she did...she gave more detailed stretched band measurements). Even if the band didn't really stretch to 30" I figured I would be ok if it got to 29", and if it was less, then I would be ok using an extender. The rest of the measurements looked right, based on the bras that I have added and measured. So it was a gamble, but at least an educated one. I bought it with all of my fingers crossed.
Now, my boobs tend to have shortish (possibly taller but deflated, so still functionally short) and narrowish roots (looks wider unsupported than they really are) with soft and malleable tissue that's pendulous. I am even to FOB and center full. I need depth at the wire but not necessarily at the apex.
First, I have to thank the seller for wrapping the bra in neon polka dot tissue paper and stuffing some into the cup for transit. Nice touch there.
Secondly, this bra is so beautiful. The navy blue lace is rich, and the C charm at the gore has a little sparkle gem in it. It's very royal and regal looking; the eyelash lace adds an additional feminine touch and adds to the details that make this beauty. It is definitely a bit worn in sections and it does not seem to be as flat against my skin as it should be (it curls up some). The shimmery beige bows at the straps and gore tie beautifly into the creamy beige lining under the lace. There is just something very pure about that beige lining...that particular shade is well chosen, I think. It almost disappears on my pale skin. If I was to do a photo shoot with this bra, I'd naturally have the matching knickers, and in true Big Cup Little Cup fashion, I'd have accessories...I think that I would have a tiara (either on my head or simply in shot) while drinking some tea from some lovely (read: fancy) china. Ha ha!
The fit is pretty fantastic. I do feel like it is slightly more minimizing than some of my other bras, but I'm ok with that. It's not serious compression or anything. I will also say that I do find that the band is a little bit tight...it's borderline. I did not get a 30" stretched measurement; I got 28.75" which is close to my snug under bust measurement (and more like a loose 28 whereas it was a tight 28 originally). I prefer 29-30" stretched bands and this is slightly less than that. That said, given that it is used, it is more relaxed and still feels mostly ok. It turns out that the bra is actually my friend's old bra (!)....the one from the blog post I mentioned above. It just had a brief user in between. Anyway, I wore it to work the day after I had gotten it (I had tested it for an hour or so when I first got it) and running errands all day a few days later. I was fine both days. I did explore the extender option, but I think that it's going to be ok without it, and if it is just a bit too tight after work, I'll take it off and maybe put a looser one on. Or have nothing.
Anyway, I think my pictures are evidence enough that I can stand to have a few more Comexim 3HCs in my life. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_wink.gif" alt=";)" /> My pics are split, btw...I took some immediately when I opened it up immediately after work, but after work was 8pm, and I was loosing my natural lighting fast, so I took a few pics in my bathroom under the heat lamp which is a lovely, bright, and warm light. Details are much clearer under the brighter lights. I shared both groups for perspective of the colour. Thanks for reading! Hope that you love this as much as I do.
Oh, I think it looks fantastic! Does the eyelash lace tickle at all? I always wonder if those lacy touches at the tops of cups are bothersome or not; I've never tried any like that, personally. It's so awesome to see that Bratabase helped you find such an awesome bra! Congrats!
I love the story behind the bra as well as your wonderful review of the bra itself. Great job putting it into words! :-)
I love my Comexim half cups... they fit better than any other bras on me. I do agree that they are slightly minimizing, but they still offer a nice rounded look, so it's all good. This one looks great on you. I do agree that the band looks slightly too tight, but if it's comfortable, then that's good. Glad you found a new well-fitting bra!
Oh man...no more 3am reviews! Soooo many typos. Lol! I'll have to go back to fix them.
mandapandarawks no, I don't find the eyelash lace itchy or ticklish. The threads seem to be ok. And yes, I'm grateful for the site and all the things that I have learned here and other places online. This bra wouldn't be on me today without it.
MamaPagan thanks! I hope my story will be able to help out others that are also newish to all of this like I am. I'm glad that you like this review.
Wilderness1 yes, slightly it's minimizing, but still nicely rounded. Our shapes are similar, so it's nice to see that my assessment is pretty good. There are a few half cups in the listings right now, including this one in a 65H which might be slightly better in the band, and one I reallly want, but I have to figure out how to pay for it (and all the ones that I want right now). Lol
I feel nothing. Yes, NOTHING! I have never owned the bra that fits 95% and feels like air! The bra is used by 1 or 2 girls before but it's in excellent condition. It's so light - none of my padded Comexims feels that light. The band it's definitely stretchy because it fits me well without digging in and feeling it tight on the loosest set of hooks. Also I love the idea of 3rows - maybe that's the option I should be getting now? The straps are moved in so they work perfectly on my small frame, they're fully adjustable and soft as I love. The wires are so ...soft and feels (or rather I can't feel them!) great. Cup depth is good as well - tiny quadboob on bigger side but nothing major to make me annoyed The bra supposed to have reduced gore and cups I think this is done as the cups are like my 70F standard plunges which is 1 cup smaller as a sister size, so it doesn't affect me actually Overall I'm very pleased with the bra! Also I've received my blue BiuBiu dress thy someone shortened and it's also great! Just little too loose but would love to get another one!
Beautiful! I have this one too but in a different cut. Looks great on you! ❤️