I got this bra last year in a 75K but I was bigger then, but loved it, so this year I got it in a new size and I opted for 70HH. I'm about a 30HH/J-32H/HH UK. Kris Line sizing is very strange though, as we all know, so I wasn't sure what size to go for, but I own a Kris Line bra in 70J and I estimated it to be about 2 cup sizes too big now, so 70HH it went. I can easily wear a 65 band now but for swimwear I don't want it to dig in too much to create a bulge under ... the band lol.

I purchased it on Allegro.pl

This is a very very comfortable bikini, by far the best bikini I've ever tried. It has very stretchy fabric so if you are full on top it's most likely very forgiving in that area. The straps are fully adjustable. The back has just the one hook, it's one of those classic clasps that bikinis have but I've vigorously swam in this bikini and it stayed put. I can't wear anything other than polish because I need projection and narrow wires and this one ticks both boxes. It is a little boring but who cares it works https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />

About me: Narrow, very projected and short roots. Need immediate projection. Lacking fullness, especially upper fullness, so a lot of bras gape at the top of cups for me.
Read more
138 more words

black colorway

Updated on Jun 12, 2023 Flag this

Gorgeous bra and I am *SO* disappointed.

My first half cup. Honestly, if it weren’t for the cups being slightly too tall, the wires being too narrow, and the straps being too wide, I think this could’ve been a win. Unfortunately, that is not the case.

This bra is a 2 part construction with a side support panel (so I guess technically it’s a 3 part construction) and is shaped like a traditional half cup (aka, vertical seam and shorter, open cups). Gives a lot of lift! It’s made of mesh with floral embroidery with lace on the band and an ADORABLE magenta bow on the gore with ... little tiny beads. The band is super stretchy, which is odd because Kris Line bras are typically pretty firm/tight. The gore is narrow, but kinda tall, and I don’t get a tack. I would say that the sizing is pretty true to Kris Line sizing, ie a 70HH is probably a good fit for a 34GG wearer, but it’s definitely for someone who is very narrow and FoT.

As you can probably see from the pictures, there are some major issues with this bra:

-wires are too narrow and sit on my tissue
-cups are slightly too open and have too much space
-it kinda mushes me in, but that helps fill the cups, so I guess it’s whatever, EXCEPT:
-it mushes me so much that the really soft tissue in the center/next to the gore spill out

I believe if the wires weren’t quite so narrow, it would fix a couple of the problems. For instance, if they were wider, my tissue would distribute better to the sides and less toward the middle, probably resolving the problem of the gore not tacking and the soft tissue overflow. I’m wondering if the band is actually too stretchy, which isn’t pulling the wires far enough back, but who am I kidding, it’s just not a match for me. I might hold on to it in hopes of something changing, or maybe I can just wear it for short amounts of time…like, this is a super sexy bra, and I’d just hate to have it stuffed in my drawer.
Read more
253 more words

Black colorway

This bra's measurements have been altered

Manually widened the wires just slightly. Measurements are based on original bra wires.

This bra is not owned any more

Updated on Nov 06, 2023 Flag this

Gosh, I really adore this bra. I tried everything I could to get the 75K one to fit and now that I’m a different size, I’m running in to similar fit issues.

This 70HH is tiny. Measurement-wise, it’s probably very similar to my 32GG Panache Jasmine and 70GG Ewa Michalak Bibi Black; however, the gore is wider and/or the wires are thicker because the gore doesn’t tack. The wires are narrow, borderline too narrow (or already too narrow). It’s a little uncomfortable to wear because the band is slightly tight as well.

Overall, my boobs fit into the cups fairly well with some room to spare in the ... top. If only the gore would tack and it was just ever-so-slightly wider in the wires, I think it’d be a perfect fit. I was debating listing this until I tried it on again to take pictures (on 10/24/23). It seems to fit better now than it did when I bought it, which I suspect is due to a change in my breast size yet again.

Going to wait a little while before deciding to list it.
Read more
77 more words

Emerald colorway

Updated on Oct 24, 2023 Flag this

Okay, this bikini was purchased quite a while ago. I know, I'm just getting around to reviewing - but I generally write my reviews so that people can *learn from my mistakes* (if I made any while ordering).

https://www.evasintimates.com/s/?discount=1&ps=500&o=price So random, but I found this online store, Eva's Intimates, last October. I decided to look at their clearance section. It's a lot of Polish brands, the prices are kind of all over the place. You might be able to find a good deal. However, because of shipping (from Europe) I would order if you already know what sizes or styles work for you. aka, if ... you're just trying to find a good bra and haven't mastered what your best styles are, it might be a little risky to order from Europe if you're in North America. (unless you're okay listing it on Poshmark, or what not).

I digress, I saw this bikini, it was on clearance in my size and I thought, "I'll give it a whirl!" Now, at this point, I'd never tried bra-sized swimwear - well, not successfully at least - and I think I was worried that it would read too "bra-like." Well, I'm happy to say, this print totally reads "swimwear." I actually really like the colour combo. I call it "smurf blue," b/c it's a little more gray than sky blue (just my opinion). It turns out that smurf blue it totally my colour! : ) I don't look washed out, like I do in black swimwear.

how I determined my size in Kris Line, I looked at their chart on the KrisLine.com webpage. Under "sizes" it has a "UK size to Kris Line size" chart, which translates 32GG UK to 70HH in Kris Line. (EDIT: HERE is the conversion table for UK to Kris Lines sizes, it's the 2nd chart https://krisline.com/pl/rozmiarowka.html) I think that I got a pretty good fit, and and I'm happy with this purchase. The bikini is super comfy, and I like the texture of the fabric.

The price: okay, this was on clearance, so the price was 199 kr (that's Swedish koruna) & the shipping was 79 kr (to Canada) so the total was 278 kr (Swedish koruna) and I used paypal. The shipping was fast & efficient, about a week or so.

The matching bottoms were on clearance in medium, too. I initially did not see the matching bottoms, and didn't realize they still had matching bottoms. So, if you use this website, you might need to be sure to search for the bottoms to see what they have left to match you bikini top (or bra!) - learn from my mistake, people!

In conclusion, I'm really happy with this, I'm glad I have this colour of bikini because a lot of bikinis will not look good on my skin tone (as a soft summer), so I have to be kinda picky. But Polish bra makers give me *options*.
Read more
388 more words

Updated on Sep 01, 2023 Flag this

I love the Fortuna, but I’m very sad that this one doesn’t fit! It’s at least 1 size too big because it’s baggy all around (top and bottom). The band is a great firm fit and the straps adjust fine, but unfortunately it’s just too big.

I got this one from Jagna, and normally I’d just keep it, but because this is a brand new colorway, this bra was $75 USD! So if I can return and exchange it, I think I’m going to. I have a message out to Jagna to enquire about returns.

Plum colorway

Updated on Jan 28, 2024 Flag this

Too small in the cup, so I can only say that the cups run very small, quality seems decent, design basic but not ugly.

Black colorway

This bra is not owned any more

Updated on Apr 23, 2019 Flag this

This is a relatively unique looking bra. The color is nice but quite bold. The materials make for a pretty comfortable fit, though it doesn't actually fit me. It went from being too small to much too big, so I can't say much about it as I've never been able to wear it. The lower half of the cups are lined while the top is just unlined lace.

A previous owner removed the elastic that was sewn to the top edge of the cups so it's rather FOT friendly. The band is a bit loose for me and the cups now gape a lot. Despite it being too big, the gore floats because there isn't enough room for my center fullness - an issue I almost always have to deal with.

Because of all that, this bra has been listed for sale. If I still have it when my camera arrives in the mail, I'll write a more detailed review on my blog.

This bra is not owned any more

Updated on May 08, 2015 Flag this

Evadne

1545 reputation

94 bras

Band fits great, meaning it probably runs a little large. Cups are too small, meaning they are probably true to size. I'm around a 32/34, H/HH.
Very pretty, nicely made and quite comfy.
Probably not a good fit if you are very full on top.

coral colorway

Updated on Dec 22, 2014 Flag this

Loved how the band fit, but the cups were a bit too small. The gore was wonderfully narrow, and the wires were in just the right place under my arms. Maybe someday I'll find it in a bigger cup size?!

This bra is not owned any more

Updated on Dec 08, 2014 Flag this

DDandBeyond

904 reputation

129 bras

Lovely lace bra. Soft cup. No padding. Beautiful lace. Too large for me in the cups. I also found the straps to be set too far apart and the wings to be a bit too high.

This bra is not owned any more

Updated on Jun 27, 2014 Flag this

Kris Line Princessa in Coral. What a beautiful bra. The fabric is soft. Even the lace is pleasant to touch. It has 3 hooks and 4 rows. I normally wear 30H or 32GG and should have stuck with that size for Kris Line. Instead I ordered HH and the cups are too big for me. I just can't fill them at the top. I also find that the straps are too far apart for my liking. I like the straps closer together and the wings a little shorter than on this bra.

This bra is not owned any more

Updated on Jun 27, 2014 Flag this

I never thought I would have anything to do with a padded mall. For heaven's sakes, this is a 70HH. I don't need any more padding. But when I tried this on, it was so incredibly comfortable, but has such nice lovely lace detailing so that it's not industrial-looking, even though there's so much fabric to it due to its size.

After trying a lot of very uncomfortable UK branded bras, this seems to suit my projected shape so much better. Instantly comfortable and not making me feel like I'm going to have to suffer for a little support.

I did find when I was trying them on at ... the shop that Kris Line sizing is wildly inconsistent. The same size in different colors can be vastly different in fit. Where one bra in the same size may have been slightly loose, the same exact size wouldn't fit around me and hook at all.

Speaking of hooks, one of the great things about this is that there are not three but four rows of eyes on the back of the bra for the hooks. Hopefully this will help with its longevity.
Read more
82 more words

Updated on Jul 24, 2013 Flag this

I got this bra through BraStop where it was called the Pearl Bra, but based on the pictures I believe it is the same model.

Sadly this one is too small for me. The band fits perfectly, but the center gore won't lay flat and I get quite a bit of quadraboob on my larger side. The fabric of this bra is nice and satiny. The lower opaque panels of the cup are padded and the upper lace panel is not. I like how sturdy/wide the straps are.

Overall, not a bad bra. I just need to figure out my size in Kris Line.

Updated on Nov 27, 2012 Flag this