This is a total bummer, as it is the closest fitting Natori bra I've come across. While I've been very critical of this brand in my reviews, I really do like it and wish that it worked for me, hence I keep trying these styles! This fit actually looks the best out of all the Natori bras I've tried, but there are some fit issues that interfere with comfort, so I will not be keeping these bras.
In terms of the sizing and shape, I actually found this to fit the truest to size of all Natori bras. Typically I have a problem with the cups ... being too shallow for me, but sizing up doesn't work as the cups tend to come up too high up under the arms. These cups in 30D actually fit really nicely and are only a tad bit small rather than a half size small like their other bras. I experience a little bit of overflow just at the very top, but the cups give me a nicely rounded and projected shape whereas most 30D Natori contour bras just flatten me out because they are too small. I get a lot more lift in this bra than I do in other Natori styles. This is more of a balconnette cut, and would be an ideal shape to wear everyday. The cups are also on the wider side and have a semi-open top.
The issue for me is is that it's the first bra I've come across that doesn't stay in my IMF. It never feels secure and feels like it slides up and down even though the band size is not a problem and it is a full band style. My suspicion is that the wings are too flimsy and the cradle doesn't provide enough support. Despite having really tall wings, this is constructed without side boning or even a seam between the cradle and the wing, so I feel this is causing the band to pull at the cradle. The elastic used is also very thin, and the wings are made from Natori's typical flimsy lace, so despite being firm and snug, it is also flimsy feeling. In a well-made bra, the cradle should have wide elastic and stable seaming or boning to provide structural support, then the band should be firm and sturdy enough to apply even pressure around the chest to hold everything securely in place. Wearing this bra feels like you're wearing two coconuts tied together. Even if they're tightly tied together, it's not the same.
Fit issues aside, this is one of the prettiest Natori bras I've come across. It fuses the look of a lace bra with the fit and shape of a contour bra and does it so, so well. The molded foam cups are covered with open, delicate lace with a vertical seam that gives it the look of a cut and sew bra. There is a side sling applique panel at the sides, and the cradle and wings are made of the same lace, with no matte fabric to be found. The lace has a bit of a corded effect and looks like embroidery on mesh. The Mocha/Cashmere color is a lovely nude and not too greyish or beige. The straps attach to the back of the band by two little triangles of lace, which are a nice touch, while the rest of the straps are fully adjustable. It looks far more elegant than your standard department store bra, and it reminds me of something you would see from a French brand. Sadly, the fit isn't there for me, otherwise I would've loved to keep this bra. Due to the fit issues, I would highly recommend you try on this bra and see if you have the same problems with stability. It could be a beautiful everyday lace bra if this is not an issue for you!
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Light Mocha/Cashmere colorway
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