Description: This bra is very pretty. It has beautiful vivid red eyelash lace that covers a red cup base. The band is a rich black stretch mesh. The cup has black piping along the top of the cup with matching black straps. Each strap features a small black velvet bow along with the gore, which also has a small C charm on it. The band is a black stretch mesh and I received a 3x4 hook without request. The inside of the cups are bright red with black piping along the wire channels.
Quality: The lace is not scratchy or rough and moves very little around the cup. The ...eyelash of the lace is securely sewed down so that it will not flip up or separate from the cup. The straps feature a smooth black underside, but it is not "plush" and has a decorative top side. The internal cups have very light padding that is soft, but not overly so. The wires are not particularly rigid, but this is perfect for me. One thing though, I have a slight crease on my right cup at the top due to folding, but I can smooth it out later.
Alterations: I asked for Rita to be made with the standard plunge style. I reduced the cups, reduced the gore to 6.5cm, and moved the straps in 2cm.
Fit: I decided to order this bra in a 70M. My overbust went up an inch from 42"(106,68cm) to 43" (109,22cm) and my snug underbust is 30.5" (77,47cm). This would place me at a 80HH or 75K/L by their charts. Using the lower measurement would be closer, but I used the stretched band lengths through bratabase and cup depths to come up with my size using the measurements from a CK 30J that was my best fit at the time. Using just my overbust measurement with my preferred stretch band of 70 I get a 70M/N. I went for the smaller one, using lying bust perimeter as depth.
This was mostly a good choice I am slightly quadding, but right now I am finishing up my cycle so we will see if this goes down some. Also because of the band across the top of the cups might be causing this, I am even/fot so I think 70M is a good base size. Either way, I like to fit my smaller boob since it is only .5" smaller. I just don't tighten up the straps on my bigger boob as much so they look even. The cup height is perfect for my high set boobs, no extra cup height even when I bend over!! The gore is heaven 😤, with my center fullness I don't like tall gores and I like my clevage, so this works. I have cleavage but my boobs are just barely touching and it tacks!! The band is perfect in width, armpit height, and comfort. It has stretch so although it's fine on the 1st set of hooks, I could go to the second. The underwires are narrow in the classic U shape, I probably could go a touch narrower, maybe later on after t.migration. but the wires do sit in my IMF, so I'm giddy lol.
Cons: straps could provide cushion (my melons are heavy lol), wires could be a touch narrower, and I'm not happy about the crease I will have to fix because it removes some of the depth on my smaller boob.
Panties: I ordered the thong to be made as szorty, but it looks to be a brief. I don't mind this as they are super cute. They are made with black, see-through, strech mesh and they have a middle panel of the same red lace as the bra. They feature a scalloped black elastic trim at the waist and leg openings and two black velvet bows where the lace panel meets the black mesh.
I have a 38" hip bone and a 43" fullest hip (it's the bum lol). I ordered a large and it fits perfectly. The elastic around the leg openings slightly dug, but I just used my hand and pulled them out starting from undermy bum to the front to stretch them a bit. Now they really fit perfectly. Size L will be my base size in stretch mesh or other like fabrics and I will likely size up in stiff fabrics so they don't cut into my bum and thighs. I think I will also use large for thongs instead of sizing down because my problem would be the legs holes (I have full thighs) being smaller in a M. Read more 655 more words
Update: I have found that although my swelling has gone down I still quad on both sides. The cups are a bit too shallow and wide. I will order another comexim in 70N to see if this helps.
Admittedly it is not perfect, but its very cute and the closest to a good fit I've had in a very long time, so I'm definitely going to keep it! I really just purchased this bra to serve as a jumping off point for ordering customized ones straight from Comexim (this one was from Zathiya Lingerie so I would have an easier time returning it if it wasn't close enough to want to keep).
The band fits well, so I have no complaints there. It was nice to see that there were 4 columns of hooks rather than the 3 that tend to be on many ...bras.
The gore tacks, but it is lower than I'd like which causes it to be a little bit pokey. The next Comexim bra I buy, I will definitely ask for a raised gore height.
The cup fit is definitely the biggest draw to this bra for me. The first thing I'll draw attention to are the underwires. They are narrower than any other bra I've tried, which is perfect for me because I have pretty narrow roots. It also has a good projection, and I don't have any spillage in the center. The only minor cup complaint is that there is a little bit of extra space at the top of the cup near the strap (I seem to have this issue quite often). I was able to get rid of this almost completely by tightening the straps up a bit more than I usually do, and it's not something you notice under a shirt. I plan to have the cup height reduced and the straps moved in on the next one I order, which should hopefully help.
Overall, the only little complaints I have are that the gore pokes me a bit and the part of the cup near the strap is a bit looser than I'd like (and the straps are maybe set a bit wider than I'd like). These are things I can definitely live with and its a HUUUGE improvement from most of the other bras I've tried. Read more 240 more words
Glad to hear you've found a bra that nearly fits you perfectly! I just got the same bra (70N - Comexim » Sonia Plunge) with all of the alterations that you wanted to get (reduced cup height, higher gore, straps moved in 2cm, and stronger wires, plus I got cookie pockets as well). I've had the regular Comexim cut before without alterations, and it is night and day how different they fit!
If you order a Comexim bra with alterations, I'd suggest sizing up to 70N because the alterations can make the cup depth a little smaller compared to one without alterations.
pictures ladies! I need to be able to picture my boobs in one!
I put some up but they don't seem to have approved them yet. But you can look at them here: http://imgur.com/a/s1Uqx dbmamaz
Actually I just looked and they are up if you search the bra (though I tried to fix the color a bit in the link I just put up)
Wonderful!! :-)
Thanks. That doesnt look near big enough.
kermitdafrog21 Be sure to measure your bra and compare it to mine. 70N - Comexim » Sonia Plunge That'll help verify whether or not you would need to go up a cup with alterations. Also, just FYI, Sonia has an unusually stretchy band. I wear 32 bands in UK bras, and 70 or 75 bands in Ewa Michalak. Jaimie at Bra Obsessed suggested I get a 65 (30!) band in Sonia because it's so stretchy. I decided to get a 70 (32) just in case, but I still would have been comfortable had I gotten the 65 (30). Most other Comexim styles I will order a 75 (34).
dbmamaz I don't want to hijack this review by getting off topic, but It looks too small for your boobs because it's not your size. Many need to go up 1-2 cups from their UK size in Comexim just like padded Ewa Michalak bras. The 70N (UK 32JJ) I just got is a bit too small for me, so I would do best in 70O (or 75N in styles that aren't as stretchy). That equates to 32K or 34JJ, which is the same size I need in Ewa's padded bras right now....which is the same size you are currently wearing, if I remember correctly.
I don't know if my pics have been approved yet, so I'll give you this link: http://imgur.com/a/XhzZN All of those pics were taken yesterday. I know you have a 32HH Marcie and a 75J Ewa S bra, so I included them with a pic of the 70N Comexim to compare. I am quadding in all of those bras, so hopefully that helps with frame of reference. Also, someone in the Facebook group posted a 32KK (UK size) Anna Pardal today if you need to see an even larger Comexim.
Sorry for all of this off-topic conversation, kermitdafrog21! :(
Regarding approved pics. You can share your links to pictures as soon as you upload them, approving them does not change their availability. Only rejected pictures disappear.
You can still share the links of your uploaded pictures or you could share the links of your bras that will include the pictures and all the other data.
This bra was a custom order - the majority of the Comexim bras stop at an L cup in the 70 band. Based on the sizing chart, it seemed that that was likely going to be one cup size too small, so I emailed Comexim to see if it was possible to have a bra made in 70M (keep in mind, these are EU cup sizes). In the email, I included the fact that I wanted a 70 band, and that the difference between my underbust/bust measurement was 36cm. I received a prompt response from Anna, saying that yes, it was possible, and she agreed ...that we should start with a size 70M. The price was the same as for a regular bra (130 zoltys) and shipping was an additional 20zl. The total came out to just over $46 CAN.
I believe I ordered this bra on May 17th. It shipped on May 27th, and arrived June 4th - I was incredibly impressed with that!
Now - as for fit - this bra is *almost* perfect in the cups! (and have I mentioned yet how freaking gorgeous it is?!?) The underwires sit right along my inframammery fold, and definitely no stabbing of my armpits! The only downside, when I scoop & swoop, I get a bit of spillage https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_sad.gif" alt=":(" /> (not enough to warrant selling/returning this though!)
The band definitely is a true 70/32 - it maxes out at 32.5" fully stretched. One thing I noticed, and I'm not sure if this is common with Comexim, is that the hook/eyes are switched! I feel like I have to learn how to bra again! So confusing trying to hook it up backwards https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_razz.gif" alt=":P" />
I'm going to be ordering the Magic Blue from Comexim as well I think, although I might go with a 75M in that one, as this band is super snug, and it looks like I need a bit more space in the cups. Read more 240 more words
OMG, you are right, that bra is freakin' gorgeous! Thanks for posting all about your ordering process (and wow, what a reasonable price!) How does this compare to EM, btw?
This bra didn't feel *quite* as good of quality as EM (ie, I noticed the girls bounced a bit more when going up/down stairs, and the lining fabric maybe not quite as luxurious) but it's definitely not poor quality at all! And it's so gorgeous i'm definitelt keeping it! I've been drooling over this and the Magic Blue for a couple months now - definitely worth the $46 (incl shipping) in my books!
The band in this was a bit more narrow as well (even though it has 3 hooks, they're spaced closer together) as were the wires - so far, EM wires sit about 1cm away from my fold under my arms, while these were perfect width the whole way. They give a similar shape - very rounded. The plunge is definitely deeper, which is fantastic for some of my tops.
I think EM is still my favourite of the two, overall, but the look of this and Magic Blue win hands down in the design area - these are probably two of the most gorgeous bras I've ever seen! I'm going to be adding the matching panties for both bras when I order the Blue :)
Perfect. That's everything I wanted to know! :) I have also been lusting over the Magic Blue. I'm glad to hear the plunge is a little deeper; I have issues with my EM plunge showing in a few of my tops as well.
Good job on pretty much figuring out your Comexim size on your first order, too! That's good to hear their customer service was very helpful.
Good news, sisters! Comexim does cupsizes 70 M-O (european sizes) without any extra fee if you just ask. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
My earlier experience with Comexim was limited to a Kiwi Sorbet bra in 70L, (EU) which I strongly suspect to have been mislabeled - it's THAT much smaller in the cup than my new 70M. The bands match well, though.
So, about this bra. It's a padded plunge, but the padding is quite thin, certainly thinner than what EM uses, for example. The inside of the cups is soft and pleasant against skin. The bra itself is dark coffee brown in colour and ...has an overlay of cream/vintage white lace and apricot ribbons. It's understated in the colour scheme but very pretty, I find that colours bring out the best in my skin tone.
The shape is very rounded, slightly up-tilted and pleasing, suitable to naturally top-heavy breasts. The cup shape is quite deep and there's some empty room on the top of the cup of my smaller breast. The band is a true 70/32, but it's stretchier than most EM and all Bravissimo bras I own. Although Bravissimo plunges have a lower center gore, I consider this to be a true plunge, it gives a good but not OTT cleavage.
The straps are much thinner both in width and in general material than all my other bras (excluding Cleo Meg, which is thinner in width but thicker in material) and they are very shiny and slippery, hence the need to adjust them during the day if I move briskly for a longer time. I think I have to sew them to my preferred length to avoid the re-adjusting circus. The straps are the only serious con I can find in this bra.
All in all I'm happy to have given a new chance to Comexim and will definitely use their custom size option in the future. A great everyday bra, this one. Read more 222 more words
Purchased from previous owner that wore it a few times.
I think this bra is either an old cut, or they sent the wrong size to the previous owner. I have three Comexim bras in size 70N and the cups fit perfectly fine. On this Juliette 70M, the cups are at least 2 cup sizes too small, not one. The cups are not nearly as high as well, but even if the previous owner had custom ordered them that way, my boobs spill out the sides before I even scoop and swoop. The hook and eyes are on opposite sides too, which was confusing.
The bra is very well made, and I absolutely adore the colour way and print. If it really was a only one cup size smaller than my 70Ns, it would still be wearable and I would keep it... I just think it is not a true 70M.
The bra is comfortable, but probably like 2-3 cup volumes too small. It also seemed like it might be too shallow for my projected boobs, which I was a bit confused by--this is Comexim, after all--but honestly it's probably that the cup is just too small all around.
Same problems I had with Comexim Noir Plunge.. the straps were too far apart and the cups went up too far at the tops. The band was also too big, but that was partially my fault. I was running on the assumption that the bands were still running a full size too small, so I sized up. It was overall just a bad fit for me as my tissue is too soft.
Lovely bra, Gore actually tacks. Cuts into my left breast just slightly.. but it's a little too big on my right but I'll take it. Feels like the band is a little big for a 70.
Update: I have found that although my swelling has gone down I still quad on both sides. The cups are a bit too shallow and wide. I will order another comexim in 70N to see if this helps.