Usually I find that 36G in Fantasie side support fits me best, but this 38G Elsie was the closest size in stock so I ordered it. The cups fully enclose my breast tissue, and are even are a little too big for me, too tall and too deep, there is too much room and empty space at the bottom of the cup, so my breasts don't feel as supported. The wires seem to be the same width as the 36G Frances, just longer.
I have narrow roots and even, projected, soft, saggy breasts which are close-set with centre fullness, and once in a while a Fantasie side support will fit me. This bra might be a good candidate for me in the next size down. The color is a delicate pink floral.
I'm keeping it because I like how it looks and it fits better than any other spacer-type bra, but it's not my favorite fit. I prefer more hooks and a wider band.
First of all, the design on this bra is splendid. It doesn't cut into my upper breasts, pinch at the sides or show through my shirt which is an automatic plus. It's incredibly comfortable, especially compared to my other two Fantasie bras (Rebecca 2024) which caused my skin to chafe.
The band is true to size but has enough stretch that it doesn't dig in.
I like the shape it gives me, lifted and less rounded, a little more projection. It's a pretty bra and looks good on me. I feel well-supported. I like the lace-covered fine-mesh fabric of the cups, allowing some movement for my boobs. The only real criticism I have of this bra is the use of wires that are too flexible. I can't be certain, but I don't think they're steel. I don't have a strong enough magnet to tell, but two needles and my trusty multimeter indicate there is no conduction (which DID work with my 40F - Panache ยป Andorra Full Cup (5675)).
Fortunately, I bought this bra at Goodwill for $4, so I'm not going to complain.
I needed nude bras so I bought two Fantasie bras on eBay. The Ivana is pretty and lacy with embroidery. The oyster color was more cream than nude, but still serves my purposes. When it arrived, I was a little worried that it was going to fit like my Pour Moi St. Tropez bra, which is more of a bullet shape that I don't love. Thankfully this bra has a rounded shape, not a pointy/bullet shape. It was supportive and well made. It gave me the comfort and support I get from my Elomi and Panache bras, but without the tightly pressing underwire of my Panache Cleo bras. ...It also had a decent tack, though not quite as good as the Cleos. I have very close-set breasts and getting a good tack is a challenge.
I wore the bra all day yesterday and it stayed in place and was comfortable even after 10 hours of wear. The support was great and I could feel my posture shift while wearing it because it was actually keeping me well-lifted. Some of my bras are getting a little worse for wear, so I really noticed the difference when wearing the Ivana.
Note: I am a 38GG and this bra is a 38G. So the cups run a size big. Be sure to check measurements before buying or go up a size if you're in the DD+ range.
About me: wide, close-set breasts, narrow shoulders
*UPDATE: I've had this bra for a few weeks and I love it. It's my most comfortable bra right now (aside from a no-wire bra that I got from Cacique a year ago). I wish I could still get this bra in other colors. I've only been able to find the oyster colorway in my size. It's supportive and very comfortable. Read more 190 more words
This bra is very similar to my @Elomi Amelia Spacer bra, though the Elomi bra is prettier because it has lace on the side of the cups. But the Rebecca is super comfortable!! I just got it from eBay and when I tried it on, it fit so comfortably, I didn't want to take it off. I had intended to wash it since it was NWOT (new without tags), but it the fit was so good and it was so nice to wear that I just had to wear it today as-is.
It does have a little lace and embroidery detailing on the band, but overall, the bra is ...more of a plain, sturdy bra that has a minimized shape. If you want the cupcakes on a plate look, this isn't the bra for you. While I generally do like bras with a more front and center look, some days I want comfort and simplicity above everything else and the Fantasie Rebecca (and the Elomi Amelia) are good for those days.
The only issue so far is that the gore doesn't tack and my boobs almost want to quad, but they seem to be holding up pretty well. I have close-set breasts so most bras don't tack for me (except my Cleo bras).
CUPS RUN BIG! In case you are new to @Fantasie, this 38G bra is the equivalent to a 38GG in other brands like Panache/Cleo, Elomi, and Freya (38H in Curvy Kate). So if you're normally a 38G UK size, you'll want to size down in the cup. I bought this because it was on my bratabase recommendations list and I'd compared the measurements to my currently fitting bras, so I knew it was going to fit like a 38GG.
I'd recently run out of nude bras in my size (I only had black), so I'm really happy I got this one. I may have to order another one this month. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" /> Read more 221 more words
I like the shape of the Elodie bra. The center gore doesn't sit quite flat, but my boobs are set very close, so that's almost impossible. The cup of the bra is too small, so I get quadboob. But it's very comfortable and supportive. A 38GG would probably be much better.
At first I thought I was going to love this bra. The material is very soft and it was suuuuuper comfy. It was a bit high in both the gore and the cups for me (balconette styles generally work best for my boobs), but I thought, heck, if it's this comfy I don't even care. Also, I almost always have great luck with Fantasie bras and the Rebecca comes in lots of great colors. I bought the size I usually wear (38G), and it fit as expected.
Unfortunately, it didn't take long at all for the cups to lose their lift. Their shape was a little low and ...long to begin with, and before long I had almost a teardrop-shape look. I had a little extra space in the top of the cups, which never happens because my boobs are full on top. I ended up hating this bra with a passion. With clothes on, it was just rather dowdy looking. If this bra cost $20, I'd be ok with just replacing it every three months or whatever. But, it's too expensive to replace as often as I would need to, to keep a perky shape. Read more 89 more words
My mother ordered this bra as a potential replacement for her beloved @Fantasie Kara Balcony, which has been discontinued.
Sadly the fit is not the same, the Helena allows more volume in the top and in the bottom than the Kara Balcony. In addition the band is significantly wider, so there was lots of gaping going on with the band riding up in the back.
Comparing the fit, the wires of the Helena were higher up in her armpits and where the strap meets the cup rubbed in her armpit.
I also suspect that the cup is shallower. This gives a nice round shape, but on my mother with her very projected breasts it was not so good.
Band digs in initially but stretches out after 5-6 wears. Using an extender until it gets more comfortable. The gore is higher than I'd like it to be but it's not the end of the world. Other than that, it certainly keeps everything in place. No poking from the underwire. I own this in black and beige (at the insistence of a really rude salesperson) but probably wouldn't buy it again.
This bra is good for people with very full breasts. You must have breast tissue at the top and bottom to fill the cups. It has very full coverage, so it can only be worn with tops that come up to your neck. No v-necks.
I found that it stretched very easily, which is why I had the band taken in. I think I only wore it for a total of 6 months before I put it aside because it was too big. Definitely on the large side of a G cup.
Good separation. Gore tacks