All of my best-fitting bras are Ewa Michalak, so I was SO excited when she released a new swimsuit set! I know everyone has a different ideal in mind when it comes to bikini tops, so I'll start by saying that I personally prefer something lightly padded that will give a nice lifted shape and a little cleavage while still feeling secure overall. Happily, this top really delivers in each of those areas! It does an excellent job of lifting and centering just like the S cut bras, and the cleavage is pretty spectacular depending on whether or not you choose to use the pads. At the same ... time, I would be totally comfortable running down the beach in this without worrying that I would accidentally scandalize an innocent bystander https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> It feels sturdy, comfortable and very well-constructed. But, be forewarned-- the straps are on the stretchy side, and while I don't mind personally, I wonder if it might pose a problem in larger cup sizes.

The color is a borderline-neon reddish pink with a slight orangey undertone. I was unprepared for how bright it is in real life! If you're looking for something that will stand out at the pool or beach, this is definitely it. In truth, pink is not my first choice and I wish the color was a little less vicious, but against the graphic black trim that lines the vertical seams and crosses over itself almost in a corset-like way at the gore, it actually makes for a beautiful and interesting design. As for the small removable straps, I personally really don't care for them and will be wearing this bikini without. Maybe for a vacation with my boyfriend they'd be fine, but otherwise I feel like they make the top look a little too much like bondage-inspired lingerie to be wearing comfortably around family and friends https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> I do however love the little fabric tie at the back and think it's a really cute way to hide the bra's hook and eye closures.

I didn't end up ordering the matching bottoms because I wasn't sure about how high-waisted they are, but I think this top would be equally cute with solid black bottoms as well.
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Updated on Apr 23, 2016 Flag this

My first experience with EM was a SUCESS!!! <3 The narrow and projected cups are perfect!

Be sure to check my review at the blog for more details and pictures with the cookies on!

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WOW!!!!!!! And, OMG....WOW!!! Lol! This bra is BEYOND sexy!!! I love it! I wasn't sure if the 65FF would fit as nicely after not having the same luck with the Czarna Mgielka and Kusidelko in a 65FF. And with my Wanilla being a perfect fit in the 60G, I wasn't sure what to expect. But this bra fits like a glove!! Like it was made for my girls https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> I was only able to upload a couple pics, the site wasn't cooperating. I've been having a lot of trouble lately trying to upload my pics. It's been taking forever, or it says ... the site is under maintenance. I'll try again a little later.

I will say, tho, I thought this bra was more of a pink color. But it's not. It's def a tannish nude, like the Kusidelko and Nana Bezowa. I was a bit upset when I took the bra out of the package and noticed one of the rhinestones was missing on the adjustable strap - not like Ewa to slip up like that. But no biggie. I did have to tighten the straps a great deal, they seemed a bit longer than usual, but I think it has to do with the design of the back of the straps. I also had to hook the band on the second to last hook. The band seems a bit stretchier than usual, but it could just be me. The width of the wires are perfect, the depth of the cups are perfect. The gore tacks nicely and isn't a problem. I really have no complaints about this bra at all. And it was surprisingly very comfy!!! I only tried it on for a few minutes, though. But such a lovely bra, and it gives a nice shape as well. Very very pleased https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> I also bought the matching briefs with this, and I didn't have the same luck with those. They were too big and baggy for me, seemed a bit on the larger side for a 36.

But I highly recommend this bra!!! If you're really looking for something SUPER sexy, stylish, supportive AND comfy, this is that bra!!!!
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This new lace Ewa used is lovely, light, soft, and very breathable for summer. The shade has a more yellow undertone. The lower cup is a three part construction with the inner layer being a non stretch mesh with a lace overlay. The upper cup consists of a layer of stretch mesh folded over on itself with a layer of lace over it. The center gore has a little bow with a diamond pendant. The back band is a new type of power mesh I have yet to see. It. Is. Stiff! It definitely has a firm hold, yet when you have it on it doesn’t feel constricting ... or uncomfortable. Because this bra is new, it does buckle when I cross the straps, but this can be alleviated by making the band tighter. The back clasp is a 3x4 closure. The straps are a satin finish elastic with a hook and loop closure where the strap meets the cup. I feel this band runs a little bigger than usual.

*The picture of the back showing the straps crossed shows some band bucking. This goes away if I wear the band on a tighter setting.

High waisted panties size 38:
I purchased the matching panties in my usual size. The front of the panties consists of a panel made using the new stiffer power mesh found on the bra band. This gives a good hold in the tummy area. The side of the panties is made using the matching lace, that wraps around to the back. The waistband is a thin matching elastic. There is a seam up there center rear. There is a cotton gusset. There are no bows, gems, or adornments.
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I’m convinced the Antonina, in all its versions, is the only white bra I’d ever own. This lace is beautiful!

This is a very deep plunge with multi way straps. Perfect for summer dresses or tank tops with a racer back or plunging necklines.
The cup has a three part cup bottom, that consists of a non stretch tan fabric with a white lace overlay. The upper cup is a tan stretch mesh folded over on itself as well as a white lace overlay. The upper part of the cup where the strap attaches, is a tan fabric with lace overlay and ends with a white ring. There ... is white lace along the sides of the band from the wire to the side seam. The back band is a tan stretch mesh with white mesh edging that continues along the whole upper and lower band, even along the front bottom. There is a cute white bow with a diamond pendant on the center gore over a tan mesh background. The straps are a white elastic with a slight sheen to it and the straps end in a white clasp that attach to the ring on the front of the cup. All hardware is white. The back clasp is white with a 3x4 closure.

I do feel this particular one has a little less projection at the wire, causing it to buckle a little. Overall this doesn’t take away from the function of the bra, nor can you see it under clothing. However I do find this one fits slightly tighter under the sides when the straps are crossed, causing more visible back fat, at least on me. When the straps are worn regular, this does not happen. Still beautiful bra and will get much use out of it both crossed or uncrossed.

Brazilian cut panties, size 38:
Despite not being a huge fan of Brazilian cut panties, I did get the matching set. The panties are super cute, but not my best fit. However, they are comfortable.
The front panel is a tan stretch mesh. While it is a darker tone on me, you can still see through it and all your business down there until the cotton gusset kicks in.
There is matching white lace on the sides of the hip. The back consists of two tan mesh panels with a seam up the rear. The waistband and leg holes are edged with white stretch mesh, matching the bra, with the front of the waistband having a very subtle v shape. There are no other adornments, bows, or gems. There is a tan cotton gusset in the crotch.
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Edit: This bra does fit. Unfortunately, after multiple wears, it’s become clear that it also digs into my arms where the cup meets the strap. It feels ok at first, but after a few hours, I can’t wait to get it off. I think I’m going to have to give up on Polish, as they all seem to have this problem for me.

OMG, it actually fits. After almost a year of looking for bras. Hundreds of returns. Thousands of dollars in transactions. Blood, sweat, and tears.

My fit problems:
- Straps are ALWAYS too wide and cut painfully into my armpits
- Wires are *usually* too wide in a size that ... will fit my projection
- Cups are always too wide set

My shape:
- Narrow roots
- Narrow shoulders (I didn’t learn this until I started trying to find a bra that actually fits)
- Immediate projection
- Tall roots, but the tissue is much thinner up top, so functionally FOB, I guess
- Very close set (1 finger width when supported)
- High set (I’m short at 5’3” and also short waisted)
- Rib flares
- My smaller breast lacks a bit of the upper fullness of my larger breast
- Soft tissue

In the A Bra That Fits calculator, I measure a 30F. Due to how wide most bras are, I’ve been wearing 30DD and 30E in an attempt to mitigate wide wires and painful straps. The cups never fit quite right, but I’d convinced myself that a 30F just must not be my correct size.

I ordered this EM Bibi about 6 months ago from a local boutique, but due to a series of snafus that I won’t bore anyone with, it took a very long time to arrive. It’s here, and YAY!

The pros:
- The cups fit great.
- Even with my slight unevenness, I don’t get any gaping on either side. The stretch lace is quite accommodating.
- The narrow gore doesn’t sit on my center tissue. At all! (Whoa.)
- It’s quite pretty.

The cons:
- I would love it if the straps were even just a little narrower set (maybe 1cm). That said, these straps do not painfully dig in the way basically everything else does. My hope is that as the bra breaks in, I won’t notice the straps at all.
- I would love it if the bra had 3 hooks instead of 2, because I find the extra support more comfortable. But that’s really hard to find in a 30F.

All in all, I think this is a great fit. Finally!
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This is a beautiful bra that I got from Sheena on the bratabase listings. Both listings that I got recently, one from Sheena (Ewa Michalak) and one from Anya99 (Comexim) were both 10/10 quality. So, I recommend both of these bratabase users, I know Anya99 has a lovely collection!

Anyway bra nerds: I definitely consider this a fit, but my nipples are not perfectly at the apex of the bra. By that I mean, they are not where the seams meet in the center of the cup. But it really is not a problem for me, I still get a flattering shape. ... I don't think the cups are too big though.

Lastly, the band feels pretty stretchy, I do have it on the first set of hooks. That being said, you tell from the pictures that I am maybe straining the 3 hooks a little bit, lol. But I really like my tight band, so Idk. This is a 70, but I did stretch it to about 30 inches, so it is a small 70 - thank you Sheena for the accurate description. (that being said I know we all measure differently!!)

Anyway, I'm pretty happy with this "bra win." It's the bratabase listings doing it's job. Lol.
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I love this bra! It’s a bit big in the cup so I have to wear it with the cookies, which feels like cheating, but I do love wearing it. My 60G/65FF EM bras are all too small in the cup now but my new 60GGs are a little big, so I guess what I need is a 60G 1/2.

This bra is a custom cut and size, as Wenecja is normally a BM style and 60 bands are custom order. The cup height (on this and the other 60GG CHP I custom ordered, review coming soon) is over a half inch higher than my other CHPs, which ... is annoying but doesn’t really affect me. The band is pretty TTS for an EM 60, stretching to just under 27”. This is why I tend to recommend her 60 bands to people like me who measure as a 26 band.

The gore doesn’t stab me but it does sit on my breast tissue the tiniest bit on my bigger side. This is an issue I never really encountered before but have been encountering since I grew, particularly with Comexim bras. It’s weird because I’m definitely not close set.

The fabric of this bra, aside from being gorgeous, is fairly soft and the straps are very satiny. I wish it fit perfectly, but the fit is pretty close. I also should’ve gotten the matching briefs, since I got them for the CHP Rimini and they’re beautiful.
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Malachit was another on my want list and super happy I have it. The color is hard to capture. It’s green, but has a dark teal color to it. The fit of this reminds me of BM Kleks as far as how fit goes.

The entire outside of the bra is the same teal-green lace, with the upper cup consisting of stretch lace over black stretch mesh. The inside of the lower cups consist of black non stretch mesh. The back-band definitely falls on the snug side with the inside of the band being a black stretch mesh. The back clasp consists of 2x4 hooks that are the same color teal-green. The elastic straps are easy stretch satiny elastic with a scalloped edge. The hardware is black on the straps. There is a cute teal-green bow on the center of the gore.

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Updated on May 31, 2021 Flag this

I've ordered yet another Ewa Michalak bra, this time from Levana Bratique. There were a few bras in stock in a 75J, and I decided on the BM Kleks (listed as the Lace bra on the site). I noticed that the 75J was listed as 34M US (75J), which is I believe is actually the correct conversion, but is different than how the Rack Shack (32J-->75J) and Bras Galore (32M-->75J) did the size conversion. At any rate, what I received was in fact a 75J. This bra is unpadded, with a black mesh inner layer and navy blue lace outer layer, giving an overall "ink blue" effect when wearing it. The cups felt a bit smaller than the ones on my 75J - Ewa Michalak » Bm Koronkowa , but I think that is due to the lace being a little less stretchy and my breasts being a bit swollen. I would imagine it will fit better next week.

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Updated on May 15, 2021 Flag this

Got this through the Bratabase listings, could not resist the beautiful purple color!
Thank you damaries (:

My normal Ewa M. size is ~70GG but I was willing to try this 65H with an extender, as in the U.S. it doesn't happen too often that you find an affordable Ewa Michalak (good as new) close to your size, and in such a gorgeous style!

To my surprise, when it arrived it actually pretty much fits as-is..?
May still add an extender for comfort (I don't normally wear my bands super tight) but it's not far off. Does kinda make sense, as I normally switch to the second ... or third hooks on my 70 Ewa M. bands after a couple months (and tightest hook after a year or so).

Construction-wise, somehow this almost seems like a 'hybrid' between an SF and a BM to me?
It has similarities to both my 70GG - Ewa Michalak » Sf Zenith (1410) and my 70G - Ewa Michalak » Bm La Gloria (1173), in a good way.
Where Zenith feels quite tall and the gore bothers me after a couple hours, this Iris should technically be a sister size with similar volume, but it definitely fits me smaller and is more scaled down overall. And while Iris' gore doesn't measure any lower than Zenith's, visually it seems to 'dip' a little more in the front, reminding me more of my BM. Also the firmer fabric of the bottom cup, that SF is specifically known for, feels softer for Iris than for Zenith?

Anyhow, not sure if this makes any sense and I'm not an expert at all, only having tried 1 SF and 1 BM before this Iris - but for some reason this bra's construction seems to share characteristics of both!

Appearance-wise I really like the color, it's a deep purple with more red than blue. It's hard to capture in photos but very striking in real life. The upper lace is cute and the purple fabric has some floral print as well, giving it some depth. There's a cute embossed pattern on the straps too and overall the design and finishing is just well-done.

As for fit, I wouldn't switch to 65 bands when ordering directly, but overall this works okay! If we're being super picky there is some squish / smallness on my larger breast, due to asymmetry. This causes the stretchy upper cup portion to slightly flatten / push into my upper fullness, to the point where even my husband -(who unintentionally/vicariously became a bit of an expert on bra fitting, haha)- commented that it looked a bit strained.

Nothing major though and I'm very pleased with this purple gem!
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Updated on May 03, 2021 Flag this

This is my first ever Ewa Michalak bra and I can see what the hype is all about.

When I first put on this bra, I couldn't help but laugh a bit. I look like something out of a porny anime. I will include the pic from slightly under the bust so you can see what I mean. I took all the pics like this because I thought it was the best the bra would fit. Then I took it off and discovered it has removable cookies. These cookies are the largest I have ever seen because they actually go the full length of the wire along the ... bottom. They are not thick, just long and somewhat tall. This makes them actually not miserable to have in the cup, but it is really not necessary for me in this size. With the cookies remove, the fit is much improved. I no longer have quadding at the top and the gore is very close to tacking. I am just ordered the 36JJ/80JJ so I can see if I can get the gore to tack.

All this said, the straps are, as expected, too wide-set for me. The good news is that this set of straps looks exceptionally easy to move inward and I don't believe it will affect the fit much.

And it is absolutely gorgeous!!!! I can't get over how pretty the flowers are on the lace and this tiny little jewel on the bow.
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Updated on Apr 17, 2021 Flag this

I think I’ve finally found my *almost* unicorn bra with this 65H - Ewa Michalak » Pl Misty (1438)! I ordered this from Revelation Lingerie after trying a string of non-fitting bras (many!) and I had little hope it would fit, but to my surprise it does! Fits like a glove and is so pretty https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />

One thing I’m extra excited about is that the band fits me perfectly! After some COVID lockdown weight gain, I’m awkwardly in between a 28 (they feel slightly too tight/uncomfortable) and a 30 (they feel fine for 5 minutes then slide up my back) back, ... but this bra has the perfect amount of snugness on the loosest hook for me and doesn’t hurt at all after wearing it for the whole day.

The only thing that would make this bra better would be if it was a bit narrower (I only recently realised that my breasts are narrow and NOT wide like I always thought lol — many of the issues I’ve had over the years make sense now). Aside from that, it’s perfect for my projected, close set, inner full, even-full on bottom breasts! This is the second (but only fitting) Ewa Michalak bra I’ve ever tried, so I’m pretty happy with my experience and will deffo be ordering again in the future — I think plunge styles work for me best coz most other bras’ gores stab me in the chest or rest on my breast tissue. Feel free to offer me any recommendations people think I should try based on this success — especially from Polish brands!

Lastly, I bought this bra for £50. I’ll be honest and say that I don’t 100% agree that the bra is worth that much money material-wise, however, I’m happily keeping this because it’s the best fitting bra I’ve ever had. My 28H - Cleo » Marcie Balconnet Bra (6831) has finally been dethroned lol.

Edit: Also, as someone who can never find bras with enough immediate projection in my size, this is great!

Edit 2: I’ve realised that I don’t actually need this bra to be any narrower. It perfectly follows my IMF on my left larger breast but is a bit wide on my right smaller breast — if it was any narrower, it would be too narrow for my larger breast.
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My shape: asymmetrical, round to teardrop, even top/bottom fullness, outer full, close-set when supported, downward pointing nipples, slightly east/west.

I love this bra! I ordered it for the gorgeous deep magenta-ish purple color and the beautiful back design. The floral lace on the band, back straps, and top of the cups is just lovely. I really dig the way it looks - I feel so pretty in it! From the pictures online, I didn't realize that the cup fabric includes tiny black polka dots amid the purple, which is just an added bonus. The cups are lined in black mesh. The straps are wide ... and not as stretchy as typical for EM, but they feature a shiny, pretty embroidered design. The quality is what I've come to expect from EM - soft materials and solid construction. The seams look good with no scratchy edges.

I decided to size up a cup from my 75D - Ewa Michalak » Bm Amazing since I had some slight quadding on my larger side with that one. I'm glad I did, the fit on that side is awesome. There is a small amount of empty space in the top of the cup on my smaller side, but the stretch lace cup edging hides it well - no gaping! I'm really loving the BM cut for my significantly asymmetrical boobs. The band is snug on the loosest hooks, and the gore tacks firmly but not uncomfortably. Score!

The only small gripe I have with this bra is it's not as comfortable as I hoped - despite the lack of rough edges, for some reason it feels just a little bit scratchy when wearing. The mesh on the inside of the cups isn't as smooth as it could be, and the edges of the band bother my skin a little. I wore it for a work day and was definitely ready for it to come off afterward! So that's a bit of a bummer. The appearance and fit make it worth it, though. I'm hoping it will soften with a couple washes.
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I custom ordered this Garden bra as a BM after owning it as an SF cut. I’m in love with the colors and print. I just get a better fit in the BM cut than I do the SF cut.
The lower bra cup consists of the silky printed fabric on the out cup with a non stretch white mesh on the inner cup. The upper cup is a lovely more muted purple stretch fine mesh. The backband is the same lovely printed fabric all the way around, with a tighter weave white stretch lining. There is a rich purple 2x4 closure. The elastic along the top ... of the band and bottom of the band is a dark rich shade of purple. The straps are a vibrant rich purple color with a slight sheen to it. All hardware is white. There are vibrant purple bows where the straps meet the cup as well as on the canter gore.
I’m beyond happy with the fit of this bra and so thankful they made it for me. I’m also extremely happy it fit considering this is a custom order and non returnable.
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Updated on Sep 25, 2020 Flag this

I’m going to be honest here and say that I only purchased this bra as an experiment. Well...experiment isn’t *quite* the right word, but in essence, I purchased this because it was within my price range, and the measurements closely matched the 65F Mp Kleksik that lcl0706 had previously (graciously) sent to me to try (as I’d never had/tried EM until the Kleksik I tried) but it wasn’t really a style that I was actually interested in. It’s not something that I’d have seen on website and said, “what do I have to sell to get this?!” or know that I had to have. But, ... I really wanted to actually own an Ewa Michalak bra, and the price and measurements overruled my style preference as I mentioned. Let’s just say that I GOT THIS BRA FOR SCIENCE! Ha ha!

Before we go on with the review...my boobs: narrowish and tallish (but deflated and functionally short) roots, even to FOB, center full, soft and malleable tissue, and pendulous. I need depth at the wire, but only average apex projection. Thanks, pudding boobs! https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_wink.gif" alt=";)" />

Since I got it, I have to say...it’s grown on me quite a lot now, and I really love it! I felt odd, at first, that I was able to do it up without needing to use an extender right away, as I had had to do with the bras that I had received before it. It felt positively loose by comparison! I’m comfortable with it on the loosest hooks, but sometimes move it in one. As for the fit, as it’s a plunge, I have a little empty space near the straps which is super minor, and as I am center full, I do spill a little bit at the lower gore, moreso just before my period when I swell up more. Neither are a dealbreaker, considering the cleavage, errr...I mean the SHAPE that the bra gives me. Nice and uplifting, as well as rounded. And sexy.

Aesthetically, I have a few quibbles. First off, the ruffles at the edge of the cups show through some tops/clothes so I have to be mindful of what I wear over top. Second, the bow is comically huge. I’m fine with big bows. This one is ridiculous. It’s also somewhat ticklish and/or itchy. It’s ok if the shirt is snug enough to stop it from moving, but if it’s too loose, I tuck the tails under the gore. I’m toying with trimming the tails some. The other problem is that the bow really wants be vertical. It’s constantly flipping sideways. I’m constantly trying to straighten it. I’ve considered seeking an opinion from a seamstress if anything can be done without changing the look of the bra. Anyway, minor issues as I said. I’m happy to say though, that I have found a pair of underwear locally that is a really good match! So I’m really liking this set when I’m wearing the right kind of top. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_wink.gif" alt=";)" />

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Updated on Jun 11, 2018 Flag this

I saw this bra on Ewa Michalak's Facebook and immediately sent an email asking for it. I stupidly ordered it in a size too small, but other than that I love it so much! Since it's currently not available, I'm going to hold on to it despite being a smidge too small.

Pros: Gorgeous lace, big bows, firm band, removable cleavage straps, full adjustable regular straps.

Cons: Won't be 'nude' on everyone, too small (my fault), lace has loose threads all over.

This bra isn't officially released yet, but I saw it posted on Ewa Michalak's f

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Updated on Jan 04, 2018 Flag this

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Isnt this the prettiest thing? I dont think of myself as being in to gold ribbon type things, but i LOVE this bra.

The Rokoko was only ever really available in the HP style, but apparently Ewa also made a few Ss. I got this on her in-stock clearance, and it was labeled with a pattern number, not as Rokoko, but i figured it out.

This is my first time going up this high in a cup. I had outgrown my 32K and 34JJ Ss and PL, and hoped this would work. It is definitely a touch big. I fill the cup except ... for the last bit of the upper edge of the cup - and this was with the cookies in. I might add another cookie, at least on the smaller side, or see if the cotton lining shrinks a little after washing. As you can see, its not particularly obvious under clothing. Well, the bad fit, I mean. The pattern, yes lol

I swear I took 2 more pictures - from above and in more natural light - but I guess my phone was playing tricks on me.

I really wonder if this is a bit big because its a one-off, or if the jump up in cup is a large jump, or if I've lost a little weight. I already bought a NWOT 75K from someone in the states, so maybe I'll have more insight in a week.

Final answer is its SOOOO pretty that I will keep it and wear it as long as I can handle! Its nice to have some bras that are slightly big so I dont have to panic about outgrowing all my bras.
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I don't ever want to wear another bra. I adore this Bm Szmaragd, it's comfortable, subtly sexy, understated, well-made, accomodating to asymmetry and varying fullness throughout one's cycle. It's so reliable and kind I half expected it to ask me how my day was when I took it off last night.
I want every single one now! I'm honestly still a bit in shock - it's hard to believe the comfort of wires that are narrow enough, a band that supports without being tight, and a bra that feels attractive but isn't at all garish or risque.

I was lucky enough to ... acquire this bra (brand new with tags) in a sale from Anya99 , who was incredibly helpful and knowlegeable about her "inventory". I would never have suspected a 65GG would be the right size for me in any bra (though it does seem more and more like bra sizes are useful only to estimate the correct size within particular brands and even cuts. It's a depressing thing when you get one bra to fit and then realize you'll have to keep going through the process of trial and error with each new brand or style you try. This realization had made me even more aware of the importance of adding measurements, reviews and pictures here, particularly for new styles. I am so lucky to be able to benefit from the experience and experiments of this entire community). The Ewa Michalak website does say to size down in the Bm, and I'm certainly glad I didn't let my worries about the size deter me from trying this bra. For comparison, I will include that I found a Comexim plunge in 65M to fit, but Comexim 3HCs in 65M and 65N were both too small in the cups (probably due to lack of immediate projection). I purchased 2 CHPs in the same sale from Anya99: 60HH - Ewa Michalak » Chp Klaudyna (747) and 60HH - Ewa Michalak » Chp Owoce Leśne (573) , both of which also fit quite well. It's possible that the CHPs would be better in a 60J or 65HH, but I've lost 40 pounds this year and am working on losing another 25 or so, so it seems best to err on the side slightly too small than too big or eventual gaping. Plus, this is the largest size in a 65 band offered for the Bm style before a custom fee is required (and 60 bands are all custom), so it's a good size to stick with as long as it fits!

This bra is beautiful, comfortable and very suited to soft tissue, close set breasts and center heaviness. Plus it has immediate projection aplenty. The bottom of the gore is only 1.2" wide (see my picture of this detail) and this seems to help drastically as far as avoiding falling out of cups into the center. I think the shape is quite natural but still nicely rounded.


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When I was in Kraków, Poland for work recently, I wanted to visit a store where I could try on some Polish bras 'in the flesh'. Didn't have much spare time so I could only visit 1 shop for max. 1 hour.. Some googling led me to *Brafitteria*.

I was somewhat disappointed when it turned out they mostly sold regular / UK brands like Freya, Gossard, Cleo and Panache.. No Avocado or other Polish brands. But luckily they did also have a small collection of Ewa Michalak! My experience with EM so far was limited to the two bras I already owned (70H - Ewa Michalak » ... S Turkusowe Kwiaty (703) and 70GG - Ewa Michalak » Pl Kicia Szałowa and I had never tried any unlined EM bras.

I was especially excited to try Czarna Mgielka, as I've coveted that bra for years but was never sure which size to order.. and semi-cautious because I'd read about scratchy fabric / tight band, high wings and possible stabby gore; making me want to try it on first. The Brafitteria store had Czarna in 70H (too big) and 70G (too small). So a classic Goldilocks moment 💁🏼 but very useful to determine my size and confirming that the rest of the issues I could deal with. So YES I still want Czarna and I'll probably order it soon in 70GG!

Anyway, back to (edit: not Ty Wiesz but) Ja Wiem..: I had _not_ expected to fall for this bra. I'd seen it around on EM's website but I dismissed it as too boudoir (and too expensive to justify buying just for occasional wear) - and I didn't like the rhinestones. But at the Brafitteria store it was one of few bras in my size, so I did try it on and... WOW, epic uplift! This bra felt great, almost like it was made to measure. No straps chafing my armpits (hallelujah!), no wrinkling, comfy band, wires pretty much perfectly matched my IMF.. And I actually really liked the design. Very pale powder pink with contrasting black seam finishing, like a ballerina gone bad girl 😉

So, because I had allowed myself to get one bra as a souvenir from Poland, I bought the set!

I've worn it frequently over the past few weeks, with good results. This bra is really well-constructed and very comfortable. The 70 band fits snugly on the second (out of 4) set of eyes. Same as my other EM's in a 70 back, that I've been wearing on the 2nd hook from the start and progressed to the 3rd hooks on thinner days or between washings. Fine by me and as I've found Ewa's bands to be pretty stretchy-but-sturdy, I wouldn't go for a 65.

So in this bra's shoulder/armpit area, I don't know what magic they used but the straps do not bother my armpits - at all. On my first EM (Kwiaty, S style) the straps were wayyy too wide set and I've altered them since. On Kicia, my second (PL style) it was better, but on this SM the strap placement is awesome. Hoping Ewa will apply this to more future bras! Also, the wires are nice and low under my armpits! Chafing straps and poking wires often bother me, but this really is a happy-armpit-bra 🙂 Yay!

However this bra is probably 95% but not 100% perfect, some small issues considering projection / size:
The wires are quite narrow (feels like a smidge too narrow, perhaps?). After wearing, the wire marks on the side do align well with my breast root / IMF but under my boobs, the marks are a bit too low. This is often an issue for me (and usually much worse), with buckling / folds & 'orange in a glass' in bras with insufficient projection. In this bra, the projection angle is a bit weird actually. It doesn't project forward (like a 90' angle) but more upward (like a 50' angle), if that makes sense? I believe this is also what makes the wire slide down a bit. I'd almost consider a 70H for projection - and because on my bigger side, there's some in-cup quadding next to the black seams, where the powder pink fabric has more 'give' than the seam. But the cups in this size are already quite tall on me (the straps will definitely show under anything other than high-necked shirts) and the 70H Czarna was definitely big, confirming that 70GG is probably the best size for me in unlined Ewa's.

Oh and I also bought the matching strappy briefs, which look amazing on (with many laces & straps, great design!) and fit very well in size 40. So far I've experienced Ewa's briefs and thongs to run pretty generous, as in other brands like C'Kate, Gossard etc. I normally wear 14 (42) and sometimes even upsize to 16 (44).

So all in all, some nitpicking issues aside, Ja Wiem is great and I'm very happy with this unexpected purchase from Poland!


P.S: Sadly the rhinestone adornments cannot be easily removed like I'd hoped, as they are actually part of the sliders to adjust the upper straps. Guess I'll have to get used to them or attach new sliders. Removing the straps is also an option but IMO this would make the bra less special?
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