I ordered this a couple weeks ago, and it arrived very quickly for a custom handmade bralette. It is beautiful and very well made. While the cup measurement I put in might seem wide, the cups to flex/ mold to your shape. When the cup isn't laying flat and positioned more like when your boob would be in it, it measures over and inch narrow, so it could probably fit a variety of shapes well. It's great that lcl0706 started making these, there is a lack of cup size bralettes and the XS-XL sizing doesn't work well for most especially not for the small band full bust group.
I love these bralettes so much! They're way more supportive than anything sized S/M/L, and they provide enough support to wear out and about. I love the variety of color options, and the materials and construction feel high quality.
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Impressive bralette! I also suggest Kiss Me Deadly's bralets for excellent shaping. I have the Virgin bralet in L, and the shape it provides my 30F boobs is amazing considering it's wireless. Very light to pack, too.
Unfortunately, because of my ridiculous ribcage (23 inches) I can never wear bralettes in S/M/L sizing. The bands are always huge on me so I can't get any support. You should add it here though if you haven't already so more people can know about it!
Good point, PetiteCollegiate ! I'd forgotten about your tiny ribcage. And, yes, I should add it here. I always forget I can add bralets to Bratabase.
I have one of these in transit to me! I wasn't sure how to add them so I'm excited that someone else already did :)
Oh dear. I just bought two!
Gorgeous!!
I'm extremely tempted to order one. Hm, decisions!
I'm also very tempted to get one! The only problem is that the larger cup volume is a 34G and I'd need a 34GG/H..not sure if that would still work :/
JulieCS I would email them and ask! It's definitely out of the current size range but they've been expanding...! For example when I first saw a review for them by gratiat back in August, they apparently had a 28H-40DD range, now it starts at 26D-G (28 goes up to H still), so there's work being done to open up the range more.
I was so excited to see Dreams and Underthings had her Etsy up! I reached out to her to ask some questions before ordering in regards to sizing and alterations. The band runs true to size but the cups run small so size up if you're between sizes, and she shortens straps! I wasn't sure how short to go on the straps so I asked for them to be 1.5 inches shorter but I erred too far on the side of caution-I'm extremely short and always need short straps.
I'll have a full review on my blog, but here's the pros: Uk sizing-no more s/m/l. The band is true to ...size and very comfy. I don't think I'm built for midline/longline bras as it flips up but it's still super comfy. Cups-my breasts fit perfectly in the cups and don't slip down into the band to find more room. The gore doesn't tack but I expected that. My breasts are still separated and there's no quad if I push the gore down. Straps-thin but supportive. Construction-very nice and sturdy. Cups are lined and there is a lining in the front.
Cons: The cups are a little wide. Not the end of the world really, doesn't affect fit too much and they're out of my armpits but I would love to see a narrower cup. Maybe I can ask for that as an alteration?
All in all, this is a very comfortable and surprisingly supportive bralette for a very affordable price. I would love to see some quirky prints like food or animals and I plan on buying a shortlined one soon since I figure that'll be the best fit for me. Read more 167 more words
This bralette fits true to size. I'm a little bigger than a FF cup at the moment, so the cups do cut in a little, but it's not uncomfortable.
My biggest issue comfort-wise is the straps; the thin straps cut into my shoulders more than I'd like. I know some people prefer thin straps, but because of the weight of my bust, I prefer thicker ones.
I really like the look of the beige fabric with the black lace overlay. It's so nice that there's a customizable, bra-sized bralette available, and the price is great!
I completely agree with you about straps, even in the distant days of my youth when I was a DD/E cup I still did not like thin straps--they didn't cut in but stability wasn't the same. I love a nice wide strap, preferably in a soft and nonstretch material and will pay more for a bra that has that.
This bralette is BEAUTIFUL. The pictures for the 26F red bralette with black lace is mine. I did not put the pictures up, so just to confirm, I did order 26E. Not sure now if the "proper size" was made, but it fits well so I'm not concerned. The red is the perfect shade, not too bright or too dark.
The fit: The band stretches to about 27". It's comfortable for me on the middle and loosest hooks, though I do wish it was a little tighter. The thing about the midline shape is that there is a thick elastic band at the very bottom, just below where ...the bottom of the cups are. So it is different from VS/Aerie bralettes where the elastic is the "cup" and should sit in your IMF. After a few hours of wearing it, I found myself adjusting once or twice to make sure that the elastic was not riding up into my IMF of flipping up.
The cups are definitely too wide for me, but it's barely noticeable since there's no underwire. I also found that I had ever so slightly too much inner fullness, but again barely noticeable. All in all, it's a very comfortable, beautiful, and well-made bralette. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for something cute and comfortable to lounge around in. Read more 116 more words
The "proper size" was made. I made it and made a 26E :-) No idea why the pictures are under a 26F! Since it came to you from PetiteCollegiate maybe she put them under there? Thank you so much for reviewing it, as I'm constantly trying to improve the scaling especially on the very small bands!!
Anyways, I think measuring cup width and depth for these things is going to be very hard, as it seems like there are WILD variances among closely related sizes and I know how I'm making them and know there's not that much difference from bra to bra. It's hard to tell how to measure best with a wireless bra.
Since I can't edit my original comment for whatever reason - I'm assuming Petite entered it under 26F and measured it and the bra you entered is under 26E and there's 2" worth of difference in the cup width number... and it's the same bra! So... yeah, people are definitely measuring the cup widths and depths differently.
lcl0706 That was the biggest issue I had measuring mine. I tried measuring along the seam but i think I moved it around or accidentally stretched it a bit instead of laying flat.
lcl0706 Thank you for all of your hard work measuring and making these bralettes! I can't even begin to imagine how difficult it is.
I didn't even notice the measurements that PetiteCollegiate entered, wow that is quite a difference. I'll remeasure later to double check the measurements I entered earlier. It certainly felt wider than 4.8" which is a pretty average width in this size... But 1.5" is a lot LOL.
Well because it's wireless it will definitely stretch as you close the band. So 4.8" laying flat will be narrower than what it feels like on your body. There's no rigid wires to hold the cup width ya know?
Yeah I didnt add mine because I felt like getting accurate measurements would be too difficult.
I think it will be. And I don't want people looking at very different measurements and using them as a guide to pick a size ya know? Order your usual UK size and trust me lol.
I can't say enough good things about this bralette, seriously. It's so lovely and soft, with sturdy yet attractive stitching. And it fits perfectly. I love it. <3
I haven't actually tried wearing this bralette out and about yet. When I try it on at home, it seems okay. The fabric is very soft, which makes it feel pretty comfortable. The shape just doesn't seem right for me, though. Maybe it's because it's an unwired bralette and I'm haven't unrealistic expectations/hopes, but I'm just not sure. I feel like it presses me flat and wide. There's a lot of extra fabric on the sides. The straps sit okay when I first put it on, but as I move about they try to slide off my shoulders and that makes the top of the cups very loose. ...If the straps do slide off, the whole thing comes down. It almost seems like the cups are too small, given the way my boobs try to quad out of it, but I think it's just a shape mismatch. Because of the flat and wide issue, I don't really like the appearance it gives me and thus haven't worn it out yet. I think next time I'm taking a long road trip, I'm going to try wearing it. I always hate how underwires seem to dig in more and more during those trips. When I do wear it out, I'll try to report back. Read more 103 more words
Interesting. I bought a second each of the midline and short bralettes and the design seems to have changed. The bands on both are significantly smaller - or perhaps I over stretched the first pair? But I think some of the materials have changed. The jersey material feels a little different, but again that could be because I haven't washed it yet. Alternatively, different colours of the same material may feel or stretch a little differently. Fortunately, on the full extent of an extender, they both fit pretty perfectly. Being wireless bralettes, the extenders don't seem to make much difference and ...maybe they will loosen in a wash or two.
Other than the band, everything else is the same except the straps adjust at the top/front, not at the bottom/back and seem a little shorter. The sewing is better on these two and the trim is lovely - I got brown trim on chocolate. My larger side does tend to flatten and sit a little off, but given that I have no intention whatsoever of padding my bralettes for round the house and sleeping, I'll trade off a slightly smaller fit on my larger side for a comfortable fit on my smaller side.
*Edit: So after one wear, the band is almost the same as my older one. Plus, the short band is now 2 hooks and the midline is 3 hooks. Read more 135 more words
Interesting. I bought a second each of the midline and short bralettes and the design seems to have changed. The bands on both are significantly smaller - or perhaps I over stretched the first pair? But I think some of the materials have changed. The jersey material feels a little different, but again that could be because I haven't washed it yet. Alternatively, different colours kf the same material may feel or stretch a little differently. Fortunately, on the full extent of an extender, they both fit pretty perfectly. Being wireless bralettes, the extenders don't seem to make much difference and ...maybe they will loosen in a wash or two.
Other than the band, everything else is the same except the straps adjust at the top/front, not at the bottom/back and seem a little shorter. The sewing is better on these two and the trim is lovely - I got brown trim on nude. My larger side does tend to flatten and sit a little off, but given that I have no intention whatsoever of padding my bralettes for round the house and sleeping, I'll trade off a slightly smaller fit on my larger side for a comfortable fit on my smaller side.
*Edit: So after one wear, the band is almost the same as my older one. Plus, the short band is now 2 hooks and the midline is 3 hooks. Read more 137 more words
I got this one and the short band at the same time. They are essentially the same so I refer you to that review.
Only difference is in the band, of course. It fits like a longine, but it feels really low on my ribcage. This is an illusion, I guess I just am not used to longines. It is well proportioned, though. I really like it. This one is grey with blue trim. Only two hooks, but it works.
Band extends 6.25 cm down from bottom of cup. 2.75 cm longer than short band.
A real bralette custom made according to bra sizes!
Nice firm band, three hooks, fully adjustable straps, low centre gore. Band extends 3.5 cm down from bottom of the cup.
It is a bralett, so the support is minimal. Each one is hand made and has a couple rough edges compared to larger manufacturing brands. However, I happily trade off sleekness for fit and comfort. No infringement on comfort and it definitiely will stand up to washing and use. It is pretty too, for jersey knit. Given that I wear it with sweats and unwashed hair around the house .... Very Classy
I had a wonderful experience with communication over trim choices through Etsy. I asked for nude trim and straps on a red bralette. I received it, with the other one I ordered 25 days after my initial order - way faster than Comexim!
Oh happy day! I ordered these bralettes after reading a review from the Petite Collegiate.
They are wonderful! So soft and comfortable but they do provide nice lightweight support. I was surprised at how well they kept the girls forward and in place! The cups are tall and provide plenty of coverage.
Ahhhhh this looks so good on you!! I'm so happy!