I first saw a promo photo of this bra when I was at Jaimie of BraObsessed's house like, a little over three years ago? Before it was available on Ewa's website. And it's the only bra for which I ever audibly gasped when I saw it for the first time. Then, when Sonya bought this bra a year and a half ago, I made a really cringey comment on her review saying that it looks amazing and it would fit me perfectly if she ever decided to part with it (lmao I'm so sorry for that Sonya), and lo and behold, she graciously contacted me ...earlier this month to see if I was still interested in it. I am so glad she did, because (spoiler alert) this bra does in fact fit me perfectly.
First of all, the appearance. I still think this bra is one of the most unique I've ever seen in terms of colour palette (granted, I feel like other Polish brands, probably Kris Line, Gorsenia, and others, have similar looking bras too; I guess I'm just intrigued by greyish/taupe bras), and I absolutely love the greyish taupe base colour with the light grey lace (another unique characteristic for this bra; I feel like none of Ewa's other bras have used this same lace) and the light pink ribbon details. I just think this bra exudes glamour and sophistication.
The fit is actually so excellent, I am shocked. The only other S I've owned was the S Syrena in 60G, and that was overall too big for me, but I was worried that the cup volume of Glamour would be too small. My Syrena measured 9.6" cup depth, and Glamour measures 8.9" cup depth, so it's quite a big difference. Luckily, Glamour fits absolutely perfect in cup volume (without the pads). Any smaller and I would have quadboob; any bigger and I would get gaping. I'm grateful for the narrower wires, too (Glamour's 5.1" vs. Syrena's 5.9"). The gore soft tacks, which I'm happy with, and the band fits perfectly on the first and second hooks, depending on how snug I feel like wearing it. It gives me a slight peaked appearance, but still overall round and projected. I also wore this bra for a solid 8 hours or so yesterday (including 5 hours of serving) and it stayed in place and was comfortable for the duration.
Overall, I'm extremely happy that Sonya contacted me to pass this bra along (thank you!!!). I think I'll be getting plenty of use out of it. Read more 320 more words
It does look like a perfect fit, congratulations! It is very beautiful. 💕
It looks amazing on you ! I'm so glad it fits.
Thank you both :)
It looks great! I have seen one recently and thought about it, but S styles are slightly too shallow for me. Though I would still wear them depending on the design, and this is probably one of them. It’s such a great combination of colours. Congratulations!
It looks great! I have seen one recently and thought about it, but S styles are slightly too shallow for me. Though I would still wear them depending on the design, and this is probably one of them. It’s such a great combination of colours. Congratulations!
The lace is gorgeous, and I love how the ribbon continues on to the gore, it is very striking. Hooray for a great fit and a great bra!
At first couldn't figure what makes this color scheme so captivating. Then today it flashed at once: -Deliciously retro !
Got to love it. Timeless aluminium like elegance.
That bra is very striking and unusual, and it looks like a very good fit too.
Man this is a gorgeous bra! I've had my eye on it for a long time, and I finally received it (I ordered this almost 2 months ago). It's definitely much more supportive than her 3DM cut and the cups are pretty deep and narrow. I would say that this style runs small, because I typically wear a 55FF and this fits me pretty well in a 55G (although the cups are slightly taller than I'd prefer). The wings on this style are very tall and the straps are wideset (and also just pretty wide for the size range). The fabric on SM has no stretch, so choosing the correct size is important. The top lace is fairly firm and may cut in on FoT breasts. The band for me is true to size, and I don't see a reason to size up from your normal band size. I love this one!
Thanks :) I really love it too! I wouldn't have tried it if I hadn't seen the same volume fit you :)
Oh how lovely! :)
Looks amazing on you!
It looks great on you! The cups and wings do look taller than they do in my size.
Thanks! :) Charlotteke I think it's probably a relative thing. My guess is that she maintained the height of both from a larger band or cup size. I'm quite petite (I know, who would have guessed) so it's scaled not quite perfectly for me. Always an issue if you're at a far end of the size spectrum.
I can imagine that scaling issues can become quite problematic in the more extreme ends of the sizing spectrum, but this bra still looks great on you, and as long as it's comfortable and get's the job done...
I always try to guesstimate which of the Ewa models is closest to my own size to get an idea of what a bra is going like in my size. There are significant differences in the proportions of the bras on the different models in their pictures. I must say I really appreciate that they take the trouble of photographing each bra on different models!
My guess so far is that the model with the dreadlocks is closest to my size, followed by the blonde lady with the glasses.
This may be my best fit yet. It feels so good to have a snug band. I think 55G will be my go-to size in Ewa Michalak. Because it has 4 rows of hooks and fits on the loosest ones, I think this bra will last me a really long time. I feel really well-supported, the bra is gorgeous, and it gives a great shape (rounded with a subtle point). Straps are comfy, a bit stretchy, and adjustable half-way. No quad boob or gaping when I remove the cookie on my larger side and leave it in on my smaller side. Cups are still slightly wide for me. I'm dying to try a CH- I think it will be perfect.
Dangggg girl that looks awesome! Also if you ever want to sell that bra, let me know ;) Those measurements would be perfect for me, and this bra is so freaking gorgeous, don't you agree?
Thanks, sherrach898. I agree- it's so gorgeous! Plus it gives a great, lifted shape and the band is snug. I love it!
I really really love the pattern on this bra. It uses contrast so well to create a floral that is very visually interesting to me. This bra helps heal the hole in my heart that Kwiaty left when it didn't fit. Overall, it's a pretty good fit. I prefer to wear it with the pads for the extra lift it gives, but it does fit without any gaping if I take out the pads. The straps are still obnoxiously wide-set and they like to evacuate my shoulders. I do wish Ewa would work on that issue, but we all know it will never happen. Other than the straps, ...this bra is incredibly comfortable and works well under T-shirts. The seams lie very flat and the lace at the top doesn't show. In scaling this bra down to a 55G, the cups were made narrower, the gore shorter, the cups are shorter as well. All of these are things that make it fit me better, but it does create a more closed off cup. I would definitely recommend paying the fee to customize if you fall into a 55 band, because the scaling differences make it well worth the $5. It's a big improvement from shortening the band on a 65F S cut. Read more 104 more words
I wonder if its partly so wide-set simply because they dont make a standard 55 any more. If you look at your back picture and mine on this bra http://www.bratabase.com/picture/dizo5/ you can see that the strap attachments in the back on yours are much further out - but I wonder if they are both the same distance from the hooks, which would make the proportion really bad for such a small size
Ewa's always had this issue with scaling, it's basically what caused strap gate. This bra is one of the worst I've owned though. I think you're right, they're exactly the same distance away from the hooks. Which is ridiculous. They fall off my shoulders in a larger band size too, so it's not a function of the small band. It's definitely frustrating, because her reaction is to accuse small-band women of wearing the wrong band size :// I don't know how it's so hard to move the straps inward a bit! Every other company does it, and she clearly does a lot of other scaling between band sizes in other ways. I really wish she would listen to reason, but she seems to have some sort of twist in her panties regarding sub-30 ladies. Annoying, since these are really the only bras that fit me well.
I love this bra, but it’s too small for me sadly. The cups in Colette seem a bit more closed on top than in other S bras because of the unstretchy ribbon. I am slightly FoT and get quite a lot of quadboob here, even without the pads. But I guess that this might be partly because of the tighter band as well. Also, my previous 60FF S bra fits well but is already too small if I put the pads in. I ordered this in 55G because my most of my 60/28 bands are a bit loose. This one is definitely tighter than what I’m used to, and ...it stretches exactly to my comfortably tight ribcage measurement. I’ve only tried this on shortly, so I’m not sure how well it would work in a longer wear. I'd probably need to start out with an extender. I liked the print in the online images, but I adore it in person. To me it looks like a mixture of an impressionist painting and a sepia-toned vintage photograph that is brightened up by the coral color. I love coral! Together with the ribbons and the creamy lace, it’s a lot of things going on but it all just works so well together. This bra looks perfect! I also got the thong in size 36. They are equally gorgeous and I love the cut. However, these seem a bit stretchier than other EM panties I have in the same size.
I will definitely reorder Colette in a bigger size at some point, because I don’t think I can live without this bra in my life. (Pictures are taken without the pads.) Read more 167 more words
I decided to try a 55G since I think I'm a half size. This fits with the cookies (just a little gaping at the top without), but overall it's a bit too wide for me. 55FF works better.
Yikes it's tight! Right between a 26 & 28, I often opt to size down and keep extenders on hand. . .I certainly needed it here, it's a bit shy of 26" stretched. Rather flexible in cup size, in part due to the lace overlay, it can accommodate me at my small and large phases, which is rather nice. The lining feels wonderful and almost like a satin weave of cotton. Both sets of straps are fully adjustable, and despite looking a bit cheap, the lace layer has held up firm for a year or two of heavy wear during a physical job. This is also by far my cleavage bomb bra. Due to the two gore and lace pushing down a bit, it presses my breasts to touching at times. This was one of my most comfortable and loved bras when it fit me, perhaps I could look for it in a larger size now. . . .
Fits really nicely on me, even with uneven boobs. One thing though, the straps at their tightest still fall off my shoulders a lot. The band is as close to my true size as I've ever found, still sliiiiiightly loose though.
This fits much better in the cups than my 60G did. And I can close the band, and I can wear a 26 band in softer wires. But my bony ribcage isn't tolerating Ewa's wires in a band this tight. Sad, cause it's beautiful.
So I got this bra from Petite Collegiate a couple months back, and I have to say I don't wear it as often as I thought I would. There are two main reasons for this: one, the band is quite snug (it is a 55/26, after all, and I don't always feel like wearing a super firm band), and two, there's a bit of in-cup quadding that happens. I think this is because the horizontal seam has sewn the mesh to be tighter than its usual tension on the rest of the cup. Other than these two factors, I really do like it. I always wear it on ...the loosest set of hooks, the wires are a great width for me, the gore tacks, it gives me great cleavage, it has a good aesthetic, etc. On a scale of 1-10 for immediate projection at the wire, this bra is probably between a 4-6. It's definitely not the worst, but it's not the best (not that I need tons of immediate projection anyway). The straps are set on the wide side, I'd say, but that doesn't usually bother me. The cup-strap connection is wide and could definitely be a problem for others in terms of rubbing the armpits, but that's just another thing I've gotten used to TBH. It's not a deal-breaker for me, and if I were to order from Comexim (and not just buy them secondhand), I probably wouldn't go out of my way to request moved in straps. Read more 143 more words
The CHP Cappuccino is a 3-part lightly padded half cup with partially adjustable straps. It has black lace overlaid on a beige cup and cradle, which could give the effect of being sheer on someone with fair skin. The wings are made of black fabric. In this size it fastens with a fastener with 4 columns of 2 rows of hooks.
I love the bow on the centre gore with the little dimantes and definitely think this is an example of the lovely attention to detail that EM shows in most of their bras. It's worth noting that this is an older model still in production and didn't come ...with the push-up pads which seem to be pretty standard in newer CHPs. While I think someone who is really determined could force the buckle over the decorative part of the strap, the bows on the straps would be in the way, so you'd need to remove these in order for this to happen.
This bra was also ordered with matching briefs in size 34. Even though these aren't on the dropdown, I was informed that size 34 can be ordered for no extra charge, but they're not returnable. Read more 88 more words
The bra in this size is made of a 3 part cup. The straps are fully adjustable and the band fastens with 2 rows of 4 columns of hooks. It comes with removable 'push-up' pads to help with breast asymmetry or add an extra boost. The band was a length which I would expect for a 55/26 band, and in line with other EM models in terms of stretchiness.
The bra is white with a white lace overlay and a bit satin bow at the gore. The straps are multiway, and can be worn straight up and down, or alternatively cross-over or possibly halterneck if a suitable strap was available. It's not designed to be worn as a strapless bra though. Unlike the PL Onyks and Lilia, this bra only comes with the one set of straps, and no 'comfort' or halter straps.
This bra model in this size is made of a 3 part cup. The straps are fully adjustable and the band fastens with 2 rows of 4 columns of hooks. It comes with removable 'push-up' pads to help with breast asymmetry or add an extra boost. The band on this is super, super tight, only stretching to about 61.5 cm without wire distortion. The material also wasn't as stretchy as many other EM models I've tried. I could get it around my 68cm comfortably firm, 65.5 cm as tight as possible ribcage, but it distorts the cups and wouldn't be comfortable to wear.
The bra cups are all black, but there's a panel on the band with sheer black lace with a beige underlay, making it look like sheer lace on a light skin tone.
My measured size is 26FF/28F and I was a bit scared to order a bra with a 'G' in it, but I'm glad I took the risk! The fit on this is perfect for me.
Based on reviews, the band on the Cielus seemed to overall run average or even large so I ordered the 26, despite the fact that EM bras have a reputation for being small in the band. Mine stretches to exactly 26, so sub-28 banders rejoice!
I have relatively pale, yellow-toned skin and the colour seems to be a great match for my skintone. If you're like me, this is a superb nude option. If ...you are a bit dark or tanned I think the Toffik or Karmelki is a better match if you're concerned about that.
The cups pretty much fit perfect for me. I feel contained and I don't have any spillage at all. Even when I crouch and fling my arms around, the cups don't gape on me at all https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> Despite the plunge cut, I don't have the problem of my breasts settling and falling into the middle so it is a great workhouse bra that will work under a variety of tops. The bra gives a projected look (not as much as the CHP) but the shape is actually kind of natural looking and not too round, so it seems more suited to casual wear in my opinion.
I'm... iffy about the straps honestly. It's not that they're great; they absolutely are. The ridged detail helps your straps stay in place all day and I suspect you would barely need to readjust them, ever. However... it is SO hard to readjust because of this fact! I takes a lot of force for me to change them. But luckily I probably don't have to readjust them often, so I think I'm just being nitpicky. It's not my favourite design, but it's not ugly and very functional indeed.
EDIT: The more I wear my EM bras, the more I appreciate the minor detailing and construction for them. Par example: the underwires. Many full-bust brand bras underwires are oftentimes PAINFUL to wear and dig in because they are so flat. But my Ewas all have curved underwires that fits the contour of your body so there is no digging in for me- even with a tight band. I don't need to size down in the band just to have comfy underwires and compromise on the support. Those with bony ribcages like me, rejoice! YAY for Ewa Michalak! https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_mrgreen.gif" alt=":D" /> Read more 324 more words
After two tries, the CHP is just not a cup shape that works for me. I don't think that it gives enough uplift to my full-on-top boobs, and the shape gives a lot of projection, so it's not my favorite combination. I think it would be better suited for someone who's fuller on bottom. On the bright side, the cups are very open, so it didn't cut in to my tissue (which almost every other bra does).
The band size doesn't quite stretch to 26", but I could fasten it around my non-compressible 26" ribcage. It was a comfortable fit.
It does look like a perfect fit, congratulations! It is very beautiful. 💕