OK, I quadboob in this but...OF SWEET JEEBUS! This bra is amazing!! Excellent bottom projection, wire is prefect for me. I will add more after wearing this for a day.

Updated on Nov 12, 2013 Flag this

Before I even start, let me give you an idea of how this bra might fit you - here are my measurements and my breast shape:

Comfortable underbust measurement: 33"
Bust measurement (average of standing, lying down, bending over): 40"
Projected bra size: 32F (yes I am aware that this is not the bra size I purchased, read on for more)
Breast shape: even / slightly full on bottom

I purchased this bra used through Bratabase with the knowledge that it may not fit; I had heard that EMs run really small, and it was such a great deal that I couldn't help myself. I thought maybe it would ... be a cup and a band size small, as I speculated it might be from other reviews I had read, and if that was the case then I would be okay wearing it. Well, after weeks of waiting for my shipment from Italy to arrive, I can tell you that these bras DO NOT run small. As far as I can tell, this bra is very true to size. How can I tell? It's two band sizes, and one cup size too big - why I didn't run the numbers before buying I'll never know, but now maybe YOU won't have to!

I am disappointed because this is a beautiful and very well-made bra, but I can't even pretend it fits me. Even though this is a demi-cup bra I found cups are still just a little bit too tall for me, I feel like I might have had a smidge of gapping on the outsides where my breasts crease. Then again, this bra was too big so I am just speculating. I was pleased by how short the straps were, as I often have problems with bra straps slipping off my shoulders after a few months of wear. And the three-hook closure on a bra that's got such lovely lace fabric was really nice to see. The shape of the bra was fabulous, very front and center with absolutely zero East-West nonsense. The profile was delightfully rounded, a shape I really love. And the top of the cup is cut more straight-across than convex, which I really like because it sits on the skin very naturally.

If this bra came anywhere even close to fitting, I would keep it and just deal with it. But the band is noticeably slippy on my frame, and I would need some cutlets to keep the edge of the cup flush against my skin. Here's hoping that it fits one of my girlfriends or female family members, so I can cross at least one Christmas gift off my shopping list for the year!

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Updated on Nov 11, 2013 Flag this

This is my first Ewa Michalak bra. I'm not sure it fits right. The center gore is not very high, so it seems a little like there is a balancing act going on with my boobs. But they seem happy. There is a little space between the straps and my breasts at the base - not sure that's a good sign. And the band is loose, which I realize is because this is technically a 32" band, while I am a 28 or 30. But it is very comfortable. I left the pads in for measuring because I don't fit in it at all without them, and they are part of the bra even though they are removeable. It is built differently than any bra I've ever tried, seems more handmade or something - I expected this to be the case from the photos. I am really happy with this bra and will be sad if I have to change it for another size.

Updated on Nov 10, 2013 Flag this

Beautiful bra, and I love the cup shape and narrow gore. But the straps are all the way in my armpits, despite the wires being borderline too narrow for me. This one is getting sold. Alas.

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Updated on Nov 09, 2013 Flag this

This is a beautiful and well-constructed bra, but it is definitely the wrong size for me, and possibly the wrong style. Others have said that this bra runs tight in the band, but I did not find it to be so. I can stretch it to 32" easily. My underbust measures 29.5-30" comfortably snug, and this band was far too lose - I could easily fasten it on the tightest hook. I also did not find this bra to run small in the cup. I need a 30GG, bordering on 30H, and this bra was at least one cup size too big. It is a lovely bra, though, with gorgeous detailing, and I'm very disappointed it didn't fit.

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Updated on Nov 08, 2013 Flag this

The PL Onyks is the best fitting bra I have ever tried and is pretty much perfect for me. This is the first Ewa Michalak bra I have purchased and I was fortunate enough to have ordered it in the correct size (postage to Australia is quite dear at AU$23). The size calculator on the Ewa Michalak website calculated me to be a 65G but I ordered the 65GG because my measurements correspond to this size on the website's size chart.

I feel the construction of this bra is almost perfect for me and it solves some difficult bra fitting problems I often experience. It features:
* Projected cups, as ... opposed to shallow cups, which means the cups have enough room for me, especially at the bottom where they are perfectly filled.
* Shorter cups as opposed to taller cups; they cover less of the chest and do not rub under my arms.
* A low (and narrow enough) centre gore, so for me the wires do not rest on breast tissue. I wouldn't mind a lower and/or narrower gore but this is really the best I have come across.
* A stretchy yet supportive band. My ribcage comfortably measures 28 inches and this band is comfortable and allows me room to breathe.
* Stretchy, supportive and comfortable straps. No matter how firm the band on a bra, I always get a lot of support from the straps and these straps do the job very well.

Moreover, this bra is extremely comfortable. I cannot stress that enough. I find myself mentally comparing this bra to the black Freya Deco I own (which was previously my best fitting bra), but for me, the PL Onyks is well above and beyond the Deco as far as both fit and comfort are concerned.

I think the wires in this bra are quite rigid and I can feel them against my sternum but they don't really dig in and they seem to be becoming more comfortable the longer I wear the bra. The only problem I have (and this seems to be a common problem) is that the comfort straps do not adjust to be short enough for me. I may try to alter them but in all honesty, the regular straps are comfortable enough. I'd also like to note that when the bra arrived there was a slight pull of some sort on the cup but it is hardly noticeable and I do not feel it affects the quality of the bra.

Ordering this bra was well worth the risk. It looks and feels wonderful. I am very happy with this purchase and I think Ewa Michalak makes lovely bras; I look forward to trying more in the future.
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Updated on Nov 08, 2013 Flag this

This bra's cups seem to run very small, especially for a PL (if it was a 3D, I would have expected this). My 3DM Trefl fits me in this size (only just, but still).
The cups also appear to be fairly closed at the top, but I cannot say this for sure, because they're too small for me.

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Updated on Nov 05, 2013 Flag this

Band is very tight for a 30/65, I had to use an extender. It never seemed to really stretch out.

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Updated on Nov 04, 2013 Flag this

Band is too big on me, it rides up.

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Updated on Nov 04, 2013 Flag this

This is great for my fob, narrow, projected self. Could probably go up a cup size though, and maybe down a band. The band is quite stretchy. The cups are almost narrow enough. This is the first bra that doesn't wrinkle at all in the bottom of the cups for me. Starting to quad-boob on my larger side, though.

Updated on Nov 02, 2013 Flag this

Beautiful, comfortable, great lift and cleavage. Cups run about a size small, band true to size. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":-)" />

Updated on Nov 01, 2013 Flag this

This is the only bra I've ever owned that honest-to-goodness truly fits my shape without gaping, sagging, squishing, or pinching anywhere. The open top and half-cup height work really well for the high-projection-but-really-short top parts of my boobs, although it fits me much more like a 3/4 or full cup balconette than a half-cup. The cups are narrow enough toward the roots to provide good side support (my biggest support issue) while still having enough forward-facing depth to accommodate my immediate projection. I also really like the look of the black lace over dark purple satin, and the lace pattern is flat enough that it doesn't show through my shirts. The only complaint I have is that the edging on the shoulder straps can chafe if I'm moving around a lot.

Updated on Oct 30, 2013 Flag this

The band on this particular style runs quite tight. I can fasten it (barely), but would need to size up to a 70 in order to breathe. It fits perfectly on my smaller breast, but is too small for the larger one.

As for shape, the CHP gives a very nice lifted, rounded profile. The cup is low cut (more so than the Ametyst/Milady/Cappuccino styles). It is nude, but not too boring because of the beautiful lace band. The straps are textured and a little difficult to adjust, but they won't slip down because of it.

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Updated on Oct 30, 2013 Flag this

This bra felt slightly too small in the cups even though I can get away with this size in the CHP Ametyst (and I would consider 65E my "normal" EM size). Part of this might be that the band on this bra is very tight . Like seriously tight (and not just the cups not fitting), because I could barely stretch it with my hands for the measurement. I wonder if it was a sewing error.

In comparison, it is much tighter than any other 65 band Ewa bra I have tried.

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Updated on Oct 30, 2013 Flag this

This was one bra in my first order (trying to determine my EM size). As I said for the 65E, this band is VERY TIGHT. I have a 28" loose ribcage and I could just BARELY close it and it was killing me. It is much firmer than the non-lace bands.

With the extender (all the way out, I might add!), the cups seemed too large (for this style). I'm pretty sure I'm a 65E in CHP.

When the cup is too large, the shape is a bit difficult for me - I now see why people use the phrase "cake on a plate". My boobs were basically propped up on a shelf which is probably fantastic if you have firmer breast tissue. However, with my soft boobs, they flattened out on top dramatically. Additionally the straps were too far apart for me and rubbed in my armpits.

The fabric and construction is very nice though.

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Updated on Oct 30, 2013 Flag this

I really wanted this bra to fit. One more set of hooks and the bad would have been ok, had the straps been moved 1 cm closer together this would have been EPIC, even a bit of quadboob but I am not willing to alter such a nice bra.

Pros:
great for FoB
Excellent immediate projection
beautiful materials
very open at the top (?)
very round shape

Cons:
straps are widely set
size75 bra doesn't even stretch to 74cm= tight band

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Updated on Oct 26, 2013 Flag this

Me: soft, empty, even in a bra

This is basically the same review that I wrote for the HM Burek. I ordered several custom HM bras (since the 3DMs don't seem to be working for me). The Trefl and Bezyk are great because the lace is very stiff, but the Burek and Malinka don't work for me because the lace is softer and my breasts are really soft and not self-supporting in the slightest.

That said, this bra actually fits fine, it's just not optimal for me so I won't keep it. I am simply gutted over it, however. I really feel that the color and lace on this bra are so so SO pretty and I just can't seem to make it work for me. Ah well!

In someone with slightly firmer breasts than I have, this would give the round, lifted "apples" shape.

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Updated on Oct 25, 2013 Flag this

Me: soft, empty

As I said in my review for the CHP Gazeta, I made mistakes when remeasuring and so this bra is 1-2 sizes small in the cup. I can't review the fit, but here are general observations:

This is one of the most comfortable bras I've ever put on. Seriously. The material is very soft and smooth and fits like a dream.

This band feels quite stretchy but still supportive. The band is two hooks, but wider than many other Ewa bras! If you are between sizes and like a tight band, you might want to size down.

I LOVE the styling on this bra - it's a really lovely mix of masculine and feminine.

Comes with included pockets and pads for correction of asymmetry.

The full briefs are also super comfortable and don't cut in anywhere. I also got the high-waist briefs and the fit is a little weird for me. The waist is very large. If you have a small waist, you might size down.

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Updated on Oct 24, 2013 Flag this

Me: empty, soft, short root

I custom ordered this bra in the HM (half-cup style) along with several others.

This one doesn't quite work for me (vs the Trefl and Bezyk) because the lace of the cups is not as stiff and isn't supportive enough for my very soft breasts. It doesn't look bad, per se, but it's not perfect. For someone with firmer breasts and a taller root, I think this would be amazing.

The HM is a very secure style because of the high gore (which is quite narrow for a balconette IMO). It gives a round "apples" look.

The band is quite firm and I would size up if I were to order another one. The cup volume is good however. It's been my experience that most people wear 1 size smaller in the unpadded styles.

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Updated on Oct 24, 2013 Flag this

Me: empty, soft tissue

As this bra is several cup sizes too large for me, I can't really speak to fit, but some general observations.

As stated in previous reviews, this bra is quite tight in the band so there is no need to size down.

The cups are very stiff and some sort of miracle of engineering. They really do stay up.

It's important to get the band high enough and to almost angle it upwards if you find that the top of the cup cuts in.

The lace lies quite flat and is not visible under clothing.

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Updated on Oct 24, 2013 Flag this