This bra fit very similarly to the Panache Scarlette bra 30D (http://bratabase.com/browse/panache/scarlett_4501/30D/).

The material in the Tango 2 is silkier than the Scarlett. The band is slightly stretchier, but not really enough to make a difference between the two.

The problem I had again was with the cups. I fit fine on the bottom of the cups, and the underwires were no problem. The top of the cup was slighly too baggy for me, but the top edge was flush against my body. It kind of looked like the top edge was pushing the top of my breasts down because I ended up with a really pointy shape. If the shoulder straps were more centred so the top of the cup was lifted, I think it would have fit fine.

I would say this bra is probably for someone who is full on top.

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Updated on Sep 03, 2011 Flag this

I’ve been looking for a good unlined, structured cup bra to wear during these hot Texas summers, instead of my standard lightly lined molded ups, and have recently been trying to explore a range of different sizes. I have been a pretty consistent 30C but I always measure closer to 30D (or 28D/DD). I decided to order this bra to try out.

Pros: love the fabric, the overall appearance of the style, the support, and the structure of the cups.

Cons: embroidery shows through clothing, band is stretchier than I expected from a 30, and the sides are a touch high and sometimes dig in a little bit when I ... move.

The main issue I found with this bra is that the cups have extra fabric on me at the top, and don’t fit perfectly. The underwire size feels perfect and the bottom and sides of the cups give me a nice rounded, lifted shape which I love. However, the top of both cups have extra fabric. Since I purchased the bra directly from another user and not from a store, I decided to alter it myself by tucking the extra fabric from the top of the cup and sewing it in place. After this alteration, the bra looks and feels great! Definitely recommend this bra if the shape works for you.

I really enjoy this bra and would like to try sizing down to 28D in order to get a snugger band and smaller upper cup, though I am a little unsure if the underwire will end up being too small. Overall, my first Panache bra has been a pleasant surprise.

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Update:

After trying on some brand new 30D Tango II, Tango, and other bras in the 28D/DD - 30D range, I now realize this bra is way too big for me. The band is as loose as my "comfortable" 30C/32B bras feels, meaning there's no support at all as my breasts slide around and don't stay properly in the cup. No matter what, the Tango's shape is not for me, being way too projected, and the fabric is too stiff to be forgiving for a less than optimal shape.

While my altered Tango described in this post is comfortable, it definitely is far from a good fit!
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I thought this bra was beautiful... until I saw a picture of myself from the side!
During a recent heat wave, I became fed up with my usual t-shirt bras and purchased the Tango II. It will feel nice on hot days because it breathes much better than a t-shirt or contour bra. However, I am not thrilled with the shape... it gives a definite conical look that is not flattering on my small breasts. I have since learned that the Tango II isn't necessarily a "true balconette" shape, due to the way the straps connect to the upper cup section --- in a true balconette, ... apparently the straps should connect to the lower side cup section. This makes sense, because I get a much rounder and more flattering shape from my Freya Antoinette (3925), which does have the true balconette cut.

The support of this bra is wonderful, especially considering the apparent thinness of the material. I am really impressed with how it holds everything together, and it does so quite comfortably. The Tango II is also made very well, and I think it deserves its reputation as a popular bra. Unlike my Cleo bras, the straps are long enough too. The band is a little too stretchy, and I feel I should be wearing a 28 in this style -- as it is, I fastened this on the tightest hook with no problem.

Another thing to note is that while I think the embroidery on this bra is very pretty, it does show through a top. It's not horrible but it's enough to make this bra one I will reach for only when it's really warm out.
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Updated on Jul 23, 2019 Flag this

i don't think balconettes work well w/tall roots, at least on me. but i wanted it to... love the color!

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Updated on Jun 01, 2016 Flag this

Seafoam colourway
Too small in the cups for me. There is not much difference in size between this one and the 30DD.

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Updated on Dec 17, 2015 Flag this

Why do I keep buying Tango II's when they don't fit exactly right? The Tango II would be the perfect bra for me if I could find a size that didn't give me a little "orange in a glass" in the tips of the cups. I have a Tango in a 28 band and the cups wrinkle, so I bought 30D, and the cups definitely cover better, but the band is too stretchy, and the cups still cut into my tissue. I don't feel like the 30D is nearly as supportive as the 28DD because of the difference in band size. I love unlined bras and they are few and far between in my size range. I love having Tango's happy colors to choose from, because wearing "nude" every day gets really boring. I'm usually too cheap to buy Panache's matching shorts, but I find decent color matches in other, cheaper brands. If I could just squeeze my boobs so they'd be a little thinner at the tips these cups would fit well.

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Updated on Jun 25, 2015 Flag this

Cups too small and a lot of fabric wrinkling... Maybe too projected for my shape https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_sad.gif" alt=":(" />

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Updated on Jul 11, 2014 Flag this

Not good for small banded/small cupped people.
Wire digs in on sides and underneath, band fits comfortably.

Updated on Mar 30, 2014 Flag this

This bra did not work for me at all, I did just barely fill the cups but it gave my breasts a strange conical shape. The band was very stretchy, even on the tightest hooks.

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Updated on May 22, 2013 Flag this

I tried this bra a couple of years ago after picking it up on sale.

While the bra did fit quite ok, there were 2 small problems that made me decide against repurchasing. I found the fabric to be quite itchy and irritating and it also gave me a somewhat pointy shape. Not so bad that I had rocket boobs but it wasn't quite the rounded shape that I prefer. Otherwise it's a nice bra.

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