Works with my center fullness. Wires too high on my short-waisted frame once settled? Band stretched a lot after washing by hand once. May need one band size down.

nude colorway

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Pros:
Molded cups are firm, but not breastplate style like the Freya Deco. Projected cups and wires on the narrow end of the spectrum. Shape is somewhat rounded, somewhat pointed. Band is true to size. Gore is 7/8" and cups have sufficient center fullness. Cups give a natural profile. Neither spreads the girls apart or pulls them too close together.

Con's:
Front straps are set far apart. Causes gaping when I roll my shoulders forward. Strong headlights are ever so faintly visible, but not enough to show through clothing.

Powder Blue colorway

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Updated on Dec 18, 2017 Flag this

Me: Projected, narrow, full on top, center full, soft, close-set

When I first tried this I was really impressed with the fit, but I've started to suspect it's too small since so very much of my boob winds up in the stretch lace section after I scoop & swoop. There's still a smooth line across the top, but I'm pretty sure your nipples are supposed to be behind the opaque part, haha. After finding the next cup size up to be too small in the Rose colorway, I'm thinking that the Blue Flowers colorway just has extra-stretchy lace which makes it easier to mask too-small-cup problems (and/or too-closed-on-top problems?) Still, this is a good enough fit that it's comfortable to wear while I look for one at least 2 cup sizes bigger.

Blue Blossom colorway

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Updated on May 27, 2017 Flag this

Me: Projected, narrow, center full, full on top, close-set, soft.

Panache Envy is one of the bras I was sure would fit me best from the reviews and measurements, but I was oddly unimpressed. It's not a bad fit. Just, like, a B+. The gore didn't quite tack - I could fit a finger in the gap. The stretch lace didn't quad, but it did seem to be at about the limit of its capacity. I've heard that this is very similar to the Panache Jasmine, but that one fit me much better on all fronts.

Peacock Blue colorway

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Updated on May 14, 2017 Flag this

Brand new with tags and original packaging. I've just outgrown it.

Updated on Apr 16, 2017 Flag this

Lots of empty space at bottom of bra on all sides - cup size is fine but underwires are too large and I suspect the projection is a mismatch for me across the Panache line as I had this same problem with the Envy model. The center gore is in a good place and unlike Envy did not feel stiff enough to be bothersome. I really wanted to love this one as it seems quite comfortable and the stretchy top fabric is a dream. This is very similar to the Envy I tried. Final note, my nipples hit the seams but this didn't feel uncomfortable, which I cannot say for a Cleo Marcie I recently tried.

Orchid Print colorway

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Updated on Jan 20, 2017 Flag this

Lots of empty space at bottom of bra on all sides - cup size is fine but underwires are too large and I suspect the projection is a mismatch. The center gore is in a good place but the stiffness was a bit uncomfortable. I really wanted to love this one as it seems quite comfortable and the stretchy top fabric is a dream.

Peacock Blue colorway

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Updated on Jan 20, 2017 Flag this

Yes, it is that beautiful. It's also a little shiny, and more blue than the pictures implied! The stretch lace feels quite delicate and definitely does its job. I'm not sure if it's the perfect shape for me as the bottom wrinkles if I scoop and swoop, but if I resettle things that goes away.

Slate/Teal colorway

Updated on Dec 08, 2016 Flag this

Very short, projected, even, somewhat narrow, close-set breasts...

This cup is designed for more shallow breasts. Although I adore this deep, saturated pink, there is not room in the bottom of the cup. This fit issue was less pronounced in the 32FF. The materials are supportive and beautiful, but they are not soft and they do not adequately distribute the weight of my breasts. More self-supporting tissue, however, may be very comfortable.

A cursory glance would indicate this bra fits better than the 32FF. The cups look like they fit better, but the top cuts into my soft upper tissue, a two finger gap exists in the bottom of ... the cup, and the band seems tight. The 32FF was too loose. This is one size too small.

Like other Panache/Cleo wires, I do not choose to suffer with them. I expect three columns of fasteners, but there are only two. I appreciate wide, supportive straps, but these are thin and narrow. If you prefer "less bra", this may be perfect for you.

Curvy Kate and Comexim are significantly more comfortable, have better immediate projection, softer fabrics, and less biting wires.
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Rose colorway

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Updated on Nov 26, 2016 Flag this

The Envy is so close to being perfect. This review is for the beige colorway.

About me: 32/29.5/39.5/40/39.5 - even fullness, moderate projection, wide set, very firm/self supporting (implants after reconstruction).

Overall, I like the Envy. It is comfortable and supportive; one of the few bras I can put on and forget that I am wearing. It pushes my wide-set breasts forward and gives a natural profile.

There are three things that stop the Envy from being my unicorn bra:
1 - The gore. At the top, the width is perfect. It's just too wide at the bottom.
2 - I need more projection at the wire. The slight shallow angle - ... plus the wide gore at the bottom - causes slight wrinkling as my breasts push the cups down.
3 - The wire is too short. There is almost an inch of empty wire channel on the sides of the cup. As someone with wide-set breasts, I need the longer wires to keep my breasts pushed forward.

I plan to keep and continue to wear my Envy but I won't be repurchasing. My search for the perfect bra continues. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
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Updated on Nov 15, 2016 Flag this

Fits well but makes my boobs pointy and does not bring them front and center.

Coral colorway

Updated on Nov 07, 2016 Flag this

Ordered both the 32F and 32FF. The 32F cups were too small and a bit too shallow (probably because its too small) causing some quadding. The 32FF basically fit perfectly. Both bras fit well everywhere else. Center gore tacks, wires enclosed my wide roots nicely. Nice rounded side profile and quality design.

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Updated on Sep 29, 2016 Flag this

A nearly perfect fit for my wide, FoB 1/5 breasts despite my usual size being 32FF! Gore is tacked, cups are filled with no gapping, wires are supportive and not diggy. Straps are fully adjustable but wider set than the Panache Andorra (full cup) - this seems typical of balconettes. Note: horizontal seam is noticeable under thin flowy shirts - I imagine it would be quite obvious under a fitted t-shirt. The lace is beautiful and not scratchy at all - does seem a bit delicate though! I snagged a (short filed) fingernail on the lace trying to take it off!

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Updated on Sep 16, 2016 Flag this

The colour and lace of this bra are absolutely beautiful! I found the wires wires and a bit tall on this bra. The centre gore seemed like a good height and separation but it was really uncomfortable. The cups/ lace go up quite high and I found it poked out of the top of my clothing. Initially when I put this bra on I thought is was a pretty great fit but the longer I wore it the higher and more uncomfortable it became.

Updated on Aug 17, 2016 Flag this

This bra is so very cute! The fit was excellent for me until I gained a cup size. Sadly, it does not fit anymore. It's brand new without tags. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />

Updated on Jul 31, 2016 Flag this

This bra is too big and too shallow at the same time. The bottom wrinkles and the cup goes up too high on my chest. Somehow it also cuts into breast tissue at the top and causes quadding. It's very soft and comfortable though. Brand new with tags!

Updated on Jul 31, 2016 Flag this

Gives a little bit of quad-boob on the left (which is bigger), but barely noticeable. Very pretty bra. Seam does show under shirts. Band a little big which can result in some digging and migration of the outside wires. Has started pilling under the armpits. Color invisible under a white shirt.

Updated on Jul 08, 2016 Flag this

I tried this to confirm my size, I had in cup quadding and quadding at the lace.

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Updated on Jul 03, 2016 Flag this

The band is snug without being too firm. The stitching right below the very top of the lace/cup that cuts in creating a slight quad boob effect. I think a stretchier lace might work better for me as I'm more FoT. I prefer the firm wires that Panache has and the gore height and separation work well for me.

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Updated on Jun 08, 2016 Flag this

The shape is nice, the print is pretty cute, but the cups are too big for me. I've never felt strongly about this bra, but I think it could be a good option in a better size for me. When I lay down in this bra, the underwire cuts into my chest. Admittedly, this is not a huge issue as I rarely lay down in bras.

5291 colorway

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