Scratchy at the beginning, and definitely made in China. I'd rather pay three times the price (or more) for something that fit equally well but is made more slowly in a place with guaranteed fair labor.
Black colorway
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Measured on tightest hook: Buy narrower wire, band, and closer set strap,
Updated on Oct 21, 2016 Flag this
Measured on tightest hook:Buy narrower underwire and band size, closer set straps +/-
Updated on Oct 21, 2016 Flag this
I wear this in the Claret colorway for my more full days. The gore is higher than I like, which doesn't affect my comfort but may for others. Fits v well in my IMF even on my smaller days. Gives a lot of coverage and lift - a very high and moderately rounded look. Band is indeed stretchier/looser than average, but I don't feel the need to find a 30 band just yet. The claret color is kind of an ugly purple-ish compared to the stock photo
Updated on Aug 16, 2016 Flag this
Fits well in band. A little wrinkled in cups but seems to settle out eventually after I wear it a bit. Good shape and projection. Gets the girls up front and also deals well with the fact I have shallow boobs. Wore it with an extender for maybe a week and then it was good.
Updated on Jul 01, 2016 Flag this
ok, i am about to post a lot of bras that don't fit. my reviews truly wont be helpful but hopefully my measurements are. I recently lost 75 lbs, so I need new bras. going from obese to healthy weight, well it is a big change, so I am pretty much starting from scratch. I took my measurements and ordered a heidi klum and a couple panache in the sizes closest, but all were just way too small in the cup, so obviously uncomfortable for me, but i wanted to get the measurements up here for others as once i start to zero in on correct size, I find others measurements helped me alot with the right brand and style.
this one is sort of close if I add a band extender so i can kind of sit the bottom underwire on the lower part of my breasts to avoid the quad boob thing
Updated on Jun 21, 2016 Flag this
ok, i am about to post a lot of bras that don't fit. my reviews truly wont be helpful but hopefully my measurements are. I recently lost 75 lbs, so I need new bras. going from obese to healthy weight, well it is a big change, so I am pretty much starting from scratch. I took my measurements and ordered a heidi klum and a couple panache in the sizes closest, but all were just way too small in the cup, so obviously uncomfortable for me, but i wanted to get the measurements up here for others as once i start to zero in on correct size, I find others measurements helped me alot with the right brand and style.
this one is sort of close if I add a band extender so i can kind of sit the bottom underwire on the lower part of my breasts to avoid the quad boob thing
Updated on Jun 21, 2016 Flag this
Another nice Andorra! I love the colors they come in, so beautiful! Sadly this was too large in the band and too small in the cup.
Powder colorway
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Updated on Mar 19, 2016 Flag this
Great bra for full on top boobs. Very similar shaping and fit as the Panache Envy, though I found Jasmine to be a bit more snug in the band, at least when brand new. Not enough to go up a band size and nothing an extender can't fix for the first few wears. Stretch lace on the top of the cups is great for full on top boobs, as well as asymmetry. I also think the seams aren't as thick as the Envy. One of my new favorite bras. Side note: the panties seem to run a bit small. I usually take a large in Freya, Fantasie and most other brands I've tried. The panties (the shorts style, not the thong) were a bit more snug than I'm used to, but wearable .
Teal colorway
Updated on Feb 15, 2016 Flag this
Much better fit than the 32h. There might be a bit extra fabric under the cup, but it doesn't affect the fit. Lace on top is very accommodating to different size breasts. This blue color is beautiful! Lace and seams are generally hidden under clothes.
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Updated on Oct 12, 2015 Flag this
Cute pattern. This bra seems to fit pretty well. It is slightly too large in the cups and squishes me a bit around the ribs. It FEELS comfortable but I don't like the chubby indents it gives me. UPDATE: After wearing this bra for a full day of work, the underwire cuts in under my arms and feels stabby.
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Updated on Sep 02, 2015 Flag this
Continuing on with my Panache kick, I decided to give Olivia a try, in hopes the fit issues I had with the 32H - Panache » Olivia Balconette would go away with the 32GG (I know I praised the crap out of it initially, but after time, its too wide straps and wires become increasingly uncomfortable and didn't break in as I expected with wash and wear). And, pleasant surprise, it fits! The cups are definitely wider than I need, but not as bad as the 32H. The band is perfect -- firm but stretchy. The cups squeeze a bit into my top tissue on my ... larger breast, but not enough to be a huge problem. With the straps loosened all the way (I'm 5'10" so that's no unusual as is), quadding subsides. The shape isn't as projected and spherical round as my 32GG - Panache » Floris Balconnet Bra (7311) , but is also not as compact as my 32GG - Panache » Andorra Full Cup Bra (5675). The shape is still round, but a bit more natural looking. Under clothes, it looks best under a sweater or heavier fabric. I wouldn't consider it a t-shirt bra by any means.
Aesthetically, it's gorgeous! The apricot color looks fantastic against my super pale skin, and works well under lighter clothes. I also bought the high-waist brief (sale on Amazon!), and the set is sophisticated sexy. I expect this baby to become a staple in bra wardrobe.
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Updated on Jun 09, 2015 Flag this
If my boobs grew even in the slightest, it would definitely be too small! So it's right on the cusp. It's really hard to gauge with many Panache bras the fit right away, because they tend to soften up so much with wash and wear. I think with the recent changes in fit Panache has made, my size in their brand changed, which is why I've been more successful with their bras. I'm glad the Floris works so well with you! It has some beautiful colorways coming out this Fall that I will definitely be snatching up. :D
I thought this fall was just the space-looking pattern? Is there another?
Must have been confusing it with Jasmine. Looks like there's only the one: https://2cakesonaplate.wordpress.com/2015/03/06/moda-lingerie-swimwear-show-panache-aw15-collection/
Yeah, that was the post where I complained about the bras not being labeled in the picture, because 4 pictures with the label only saying "Floris & Jasmine in Abstract, Floral & Snake prints" is pretty confusing to me. Other ppl said they had no idea what I was talking about, not confusing at all.
I havent really tried a jasmine yet. I think I was handed one in a fitting room once which was way too small and seemed really pointy to me - but so small i just held it over my boobs, so i have no real idea.
The lace feels like it was starched a lot, even after washing it a few times. It gives my left boob a very odd shape that no one really notices except me (looking down from above).
Mint colorway
Updated on May 16, 2015 Flag this
Not sure I can wear a plunge bra without "spillage"
Black colorway
Updated on May 16, 2015 Flag this
I previously tried this bra in 32FF and liked it very much in terms of style and shape, but had so much spillage that I decided to go straight for the GG.
Sadly, it doesn't have the same effect at all and the top of the cup is pretty empty.
I think I'll give it one last chance and try a 30GG since the band seems to be on the loose side...
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Updated on Apr 01, 2015 Flag this
This bra is pretty, I do like the pattern and the bright colourway, it would go well with a lot of my clothes, however it is just a smidge too small and as I also ordered the 32H I will return this one.
Updated on Mar 27, 2015 Flag this
So, this is a really tight 32 - really, it's better for a 30 who likes it less tight. It was one of my first Panache bras, and I hadn't been aware that the brand really needs to be +2 on most of it's bra. The cup size is off, but not by too much, so I can say the basic shape fits me all right.
However, aside from that, I'm not sure I'll rebuy in a different size - the fabric isn't very soft. It's not itchy, but I didn't look forward to wearing it very much, and I was always glad to take it off at the end of the day. I would definitely see if the purple or black colorways are more comfortable.
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Updated on Jan 06, 2015 Flag this
Lovely relaxed shape, looks great, plunge is not extreme. The material is quite stretchy though so not very supportive and quite bad if you need to run during the day
Updated on Oct 03, 2014 Flag this
I went to a local specialty shop AND THEY SELL "NORMAL" BRANDS!!! (freya, fantasie, parfait, panache) Obviously, I was very excited to discover this place. Most specialties sell only very expensive bras. Well, I was trying on different bras, feeling like I had just won the lottery, when I came across this beauty. I was surprised a panache 32GG fit, they are such a strange brand to figure out. I am a 30 band size and will be modifying the band to be smaller. It fit well and looked good on. The straps are set a little wide but not horribly so (not as wide as the curvy kate romance bra). I can't say this bra is wonderfully comfortable, the lace is itchy, especially around the gore and side straps. It FITS though. And I'm tired of firing into the dark by ordering online! So, this is part of my collection now. I am hoping that a good wash might soften this bra out, maybe it's just been tried on too many times ya know?
Updated on Sep 26, 2014 Flag this
Panache starches the heck out of their bras and the andorra is the starchiest! Mine was much softer after 2-3 washings. It's a great bra. If u are like me and adjust quite a bit, I would like to suggest to u to be gentle about it. I tore the lace on my andorra :( same for my jasmine :( I am too heavy-handed! My envy is quite a bit tougher than either of those 2. And my favorite of the 3.
Thank you for letting me know about the starch, that makes sense. Once this thing softens its going be amazing. And yikes, im heavy handed...I will try not to damage it! Good advice.
Stinkmouse that sucks! I ripped my new ewa michalak cynamon while adjusting after only wearing it one hour so I feel your pain! Although they did repair it for me at no cost (other than return shipping) which was super nice.
I would've loved to repair them but I wasn't sure how to sew stretch lace >,<
I have this bra in a 32H in black also. (This one is beige.)
The smaller cup looks better on my chest, but there is a decided strain on the lace on my larger side; I think it will reduce the longevity of the bra at the intersection of the cup and strap. Still, the style is more balconnet than full coverage so it's prettier on than the Andorra.
Oddly, the wires on this one seem wider than the black one. I expected the band to be looser, which it is, because of that whole weird black colorway thing that makes no sense but is nonetheless true. But the ... band is still fine, it's just that the back of the wires interacts poorly with my upper ribs and underarm area. This reminds me of the Andorra with less coverage. I will bend the tips of the wires out a bit to see if that improves the issue.
The gore is lowish and comfy, unlike the Andorra.
Lift is better, support is very good/similar.
Nice and flat under clothing. Thinnish straps are nice for summer. 3 hooks in back. Beige color is a good nude for fair skin
Update: This bra is "fine" for about 8 hours, then the band under the cups starts to dig into my chest. This is probably, in part at least, due to the cups being pushed down because they're a tad too small - or maybe it's because I mostly sit at work. I don't care for the look of the houndstooth/lace mix, or the width of the straps; I think the Ariza spoiled me.
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Updated on Sep 21, 2014 Flag this
I'm so glad you like it! I couldnt live with the cutting-in on my bigger side, and decided I really didnt like the way it looked at all. I just bought 2 more floris instead lol I was really expecting to love this bra, but i'm glad at least someone does!