This bra fit well BUT since the top of the cup is elasticized and my breast tissue is soft, it's not a smooth along the top, it digs. Not uncomfortable but not flattering. If you have firmer breast tissue give it a try - it's a beautiful material and a sexy cut. Beware the embroidery is lumpy under a t-shirt or silk top though.
Classy and sexy look with delicate embroidery, works on me as a petite. Having tried a few other SP sheer demis (Celeste, Wish), I think this one is more friendly to shallow-ish, taller shapes. In fact, this was a better fit than the Delice sheer plunge. The cup material has a bit of stretch. The top edge of the cup doesn't cut in, and I don't end up with wrinkly fabric. Band is on the firmer side for SP, and while the straps aren't fully adjustable, they have enough to shorten quite a bit, so good for smaller frames. The smaller scale of the lace and embroidery also ...helps to flatter petites. The cups are close enough together not to be uncomfortable for me, but the wires come up a little past the gore and have some lacy bits on the ends that can be a tiny bit scratchy. Straps are relatively secure for a balconette, but may be a bit too far apart to stay put all day on narrower shoulders.
As a bonus, the matching boyshort panty sits above the hip crease, so it isn't as restrictive as some other boyshort bottoms. Read more 87 more words
Another Simone Perele that didn't work out for me. At this point I shouldn't be disappointed, given that the bands run large and the cups aren't really the right shape for me, but I thought I would try this strapless option anyway. The good news is that if this had been the right fit for me, I would've said this is the most comfortable strapless bra I've tried in a while, and would definitely keep it despite the near $100 price tag.
However, both components of the bra--band and cups--had fit issues on me. The band felt ok when I put it on, but after checking ...the measurements, I realize that this runs a bit large for a 30 band. This is the kind of 30 band that can fit a 30-31" ribcage, not the snug fitting 30 band that's for a 27-28" ribcage. So, while the wide band construction and the silicone grips help it stay on, I can tell that this band size is not right for me.
I do think the band is nicely designed though, as it is a bit wider than your average strapless bra band, and the elastic at the upper wing is actually super wide. The silicone grips on this bra are applied in a squiggly pattern and they feel good quality. Sometimes they feel overly sticky and you can tell they will lose their grip ability quickly. I think the silicone on this is designed to last. The elastic is also nice and powerful, and the band feels really firm, which is why I could get away with the larger band measurement. It's also a full band strapless bra, which is super important in my opinion for helping the front of the bra stay in place. There's also light boning in the wings, and it feels sturdy, not flimsy.
Since I've tried a lot of Simone Perele unlined bras and have found the cups to be narrow and projected, I was a bit surprised that the cups on this bra run so large. The measurements on these cups are closer to a 30DD from other brands (when comparing molded cups). The cups on this bra are made of thin, flexible foam, and they are NOT padded at all. I love that they aren't padded, however since they are bigger than normal, I couldn't fill them out, and it was obvious even when looking at the bra that there was empty space. I could see visible emptiness at the bottom of the cup, where it made look lumpy, and i could feel that the top of the cup wasn't really filled out either around the most projected portion. This is such a shame, because other than that, the molded cups are super comfortable. I despise the feeling of padded bras and prefer a more natural feel.
However, it's worth noting that the softer foam cups do not really shape you like most strapless bras do. If you are not projected enough, the cups will flatten you out, and if you have really soft tissue, these cups won't hold you in place. It's really ideal for firm and full breasts, but I find that true of SP bras in general.
Styling-wise, this is another gorgeous option from Simone Perele, although it is a bit more subdued than the lace bras I've ordered before. The wings are made of an interesting textured floral lace that has shiny and matte areas for visual interest. The cradle is full lace, and there's a bit of a scalloped edge at the bottom of the band. The cups are lined with a smooth woven matte fabric, which gives a seamless look under clothing (but watch out, this can still snag!), and the center gore just has a simple satin gore. No embroidery or embellished straps here, but still a classic, gorgeous French bra. It's really too bad that this didn't work out for me again, because I am prepared to pay more for style, comfort, and quality. If you fit SP styles well, then I would highly recommend this strapless bra. Read more 594 more words
Simone Perele bras are always gorgeous, with soft, elegant lace and delicate styling. I love the look of these bras, and I had always wanted to pick one up. This style is the first SP I've tried, and luckily, it's the first to fit! The embroidery on the cups is pretty and delicate, and isn't scratchy as you may expect from other brands. I can see why these bras are expensive, as the materials and construction are much better than others you find on the market.
While all SP bands are very stretchy rather than firm, I've found that there's a lot of variation ...in how they measure. This particular style is a standard SP band with narrow wings, but it measures on the smaller side, so it works. It can ride up if I'm not careful, so I need to make sure the straps are not adjusted too short.
Simone Perele is no stranger to strap detailing, and this style has skinny twin straps on the front embellished with chrysanthemum embroidered medallions on each strap. The back of the strap is a standard 1 cm strap, but I did not have much room to shorten this. I was left with about 1 1/4" room to adjust, so potentially the straps might not adjust short enough for someone shorter than me.
Cup-wise, the measurements are very similar to my other SP unlined demi cups, but are more forgiving in the fit. Compared to other brands, these cups tend to have a deep U shape, and run narrow and tall. This particular style is cut a bit shallower than Promesse and Amour, and is not quite as tall as Amour, so it's more suitable for my shape. The stretch tulle cups stretch with my shape and fit nicely to my body. Compared to the other styles, the binding at the top is much narrower, with 1/8" elastic, so it's not as tight and closed off. The interior of the cup has a tulle panel that acts like a sling. The cups give a good rounded shape, but are most suited for breasts that are narrower. I think this style could accommodate a wider range of shapes and should work for a number of different shapes.
This bra is a really nice shape for me, and would be an excellent fit if the band were a little shorter or if it came in 28DD. However, I am happy to say that it works for me! Read more 318 more words
Simone Perele bras are always gorgeous, with soft, elegant lace and delicate styling. I love the look of these bras, but unfortunately they rarely work out for me.
While all SP bands are very stretchy rather than firm, I've found that there's a lot of variation in how they measure. This particular style has a thick band that turns into tall lace-trimmed panels in the back. This provides more stability to this style than the typical narrow SP band.
Straps on this bra have a double adjustor system, where both the top of the adjustor and bottom lock in place. This is a nice feature ...since it locks the straps into place, but since these straps have a scalloped edge, it does make adjustment a little more difficult. I think this system works better on a smooth strap, but the little diamonds and scallops on the straps are so pretty!
Cup-wise, this fits very similarly to my other SP unlined demi cups, and is similar to the Amour with a shorter cup height. Compared to other brands, these cups tend to have a deep U shape, and run narrow and tall. The binding at the top is fairly closed off. The interior of the cup has a tulle panel that runs diagonally through the cup that's much wider than a sling. The cups give a good rounded shape, but are most suited for breasts that are narrow, round, projected, with average roots. It's too narrow for wide shapes, too projected for FOB or shallow shapes, and too closed off for tall roots.
On me, the band is slightly too big and doesn't provide enough support. The top edge sits flush against my skin, but there's an area of excess fabric right below the elastic. While the cups are the right volume for me, the shape is not a good fit, and my body doesn't fit into the cups to fill them out the correct way. Read more 226 more words
I still haven't quite found a bra that truly fits, but this was the first unpadded bra I put on that was actually close and comfortable. Now I think it's just a very forgiving bra. I purchased the bra in turquoise on sale.
This was my first "luxury" bra. The band fabric feels amazing. I have sensitve skin and the mesh cups do not irritate me at all. The embroidery details are cute. However, it isn't quite my style, and I personally would not pay full price.
For reference, my breasts are conical, center full, FOB, close set, slightly wide, tall roots. The band is very stretchy, so definitely size down ...at least one band size. I did not size down, and I can easily stretch it to fit my hand under the band. I don't think this is a very supportive bra, at least at this size range.
Wires - The wires are shaped like a C, thin, and flat, and the wire channel is padded comfortably. I did have to try to bend the wires above the gore away from my sternum, but the gore has been comfortable since (I have some issue with my sternum and have always avoided any wires there, so this is a major plus). I prefer to push the wires through the wire channel away from the center, although they don't seem to stay. I think the cup width is slightly too narrow for me, but it isn't painful.
Cups - The cups themselves are sheer stretch mesh with embroidery, with a 2nd small support mesh panel along the side, and one vertical seam. The embroidery/lace extends past the seam at the top of the cup, and doesn't typically lay flat. The seam along the top of the cup isn't tight on me. However, I have had days when it slightly cut into to top of my larger side, so I don't think it'd fit tall roots and/or those with a lot of upper fullness. I think this is a a good cup for FOB. I usually see a bit of empty space at the end of the vertical seam, where it seems to want a just a bit more tissue, but not a ton more (likely because I'm conical, and it isn't supportive enough/mesh is too stretchy). I get a lifted, pointy shape while wearing this bra. Read more 278 more words
I scored this for a great price from Amazon. Unfortunately, this is all wrong for my shape. It's such a beautiful bra, so I was greatly saddened by it.
The wires are too narrow, the cup too projected and closed on top for me. The band was too loose (I could easily hook on the tightest) and the straps could not adjust short enough for me. I'd heard that Simone Perele bras ran narrow, but I hoped anyway. Nope.
The silver embroidery is more of a dark gray, but I think it rather depends on the lighting. In my camera flashes, it did appear a shiny silver. The cup ...is a stretchy mesh lace, and it looks decently sturdy. I was afraid that it would be super delicate, but no, it's quite well constructed. The flower on the straps are also sturdier than they look.
I think that if I had more projection, I could alter the bra (bend the wires, remove the elastic across the top) and force the stretchy cup to work for me, but I just don't. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_sad.gif" alt=":(" />
Update: I did bend the wires, and it fits better now, but I still get wrinkles at the top of the cup. Read more 99 more words
First off, this bra is very comfortable! Also, although this bra is listed as a push up, only sizes A-C have the push up pads. This confused me when I was looking to review this bra online, since my bra does not have push up pads. Also, the straps are only partially adjustable, even though the Simone Perele website says they are fully adjustable.
The wires are the perfect width for me and I have no quadboobing. I do get some gapping when my torso twists, but I think that is because it is a molded cup. The band is stretchy, but so far it isn't riding up ...on my back. I'm usually comfortable in very firm 30 bands, so I'm glad this stretchier band is staying in place. Although this is listed as a push up, I don't really get any cleavage in this bra since the D cup has no padding. That is fine with me, since I bought this to be a comfy, luxurious bra, not a cleavage bra.
Finally, I have this bra in the navy/turquoise combo and it is gorgeous! Read more 77 more words
Comfortable after a few weeks wear. When I got it the inside top of the cups were quite scratchy and left faint rashes. After some wear/washing the issue has gone away. A few months in I'm now having to adjust the straps regularly though, I'm not sure of the adjuster is loose or if the elastic is stretching quickly.
Very pleased with this bra. As someone with breasts that straddle a thin line between even and FoT, it is rare I find a plunge that doesn't cause quadboob, but this is definitely perfectly shaped for me. The cups are not too wide, nor too wide apart, the band fits snugly, and the material feels great. More amazingly, this colorway (Peau Rose), matches my skin almost exactly, which is unheard of for me. The bra just disappears under thinner or tighter shirts. Only negatives: I wish the hooks were in columns of two, not one, to spread the band pressure out a bit. Smaller pet peeve is that the foam of the cup is so incredibly thin that a pointy nipple shape can easily push through, but that hasn't been an issue that shows through my clothes so far.
Very beautiful, with lace that looks thoughtfully designed and classy. The lace is not stretchy, but it mostly lies flat for me (I have taller roots). Straps are close enough together not to fall down regularly on narrower shoulders and have ample room for adjustments. Like most Simone Perele bras I've had, the band is on the stretchy side but reasonably tight on the loosest hook when new. This bra isn't quite firm or structured enough to get much push-up leverage, so if a noticeable bump in cleavage is the main goal, this isn't the best solution. It looks great without the cookies, though, and with them in the boost is subtle. The lace, especially where it's sewn to the straps, can sometimes be felt on my skin, but I've had no problem wearing this all day. Lace can be slightly lumpy under tight, thin tops.
I love the quality and the design. The band was more snug than I expected and the center gore goes pretty high, leaving marks. It isn't uncomfortable at all though.
Simone Perele bras are always gorgeous, with soft, elegant lace and delicate styling. I love the look of these bras, but unfortunately they rarely work out for me.
While all SP bands are very stretchy rather than firm, I've found that there's a lot of variation in how they measure. This particular band is the most supportive one I've tried, being made out of what seems like a very compact, high-stretch crepe-backed charmeuse with lovely jacquard patterns. I wish SP used this material in more bands!
Simone Perele is no stranger to strap detailing, and this style has a lace overlay of medallions and floral motifs on ...the front of the straps. Since this detailing goes quite far back, it's possible that on someone shorter than me that the straps could not be adjusted short enough. On me, the straps were adjusted as short as they could go with no room to spare.
Cup-wise, this fits very similarly to my other SP unlined demi cups and is very similar to the Amour Demi, but with slightly deeper and significantly taller cups. Compared to other brands, these cups tend to have a deep U shape, and run narrow and tall. The binding at the top is fairly closed off. The top edge sits flush against my skin, but there's a lot of excess fabric right below the elastic.
The cups are made from the same soft, fine mesh as Delice, with floral embroidered motifs, and the upper edge of the cups has floral embroidered lace insets. The interior of the cup has a tulle panel that runs diagonally through the cup and is seamed into the cup's middle shaping seam. The cups give a good rounded shape, but are most suited for breasts that are narrow, round, projected, with average roots. It's too narrow for wide shapes, too projected for FOB or shallow shapes, and too closed off for tall roots.
Since I had problems with this cut in Amour and Promesse, which are all shorter in cup height than Wish, there was no way I could make this style work for me. Sadly, this is another gorgeous SP style I'll have to pass on. Read more 258 more words
Simone Perele bras are always gorgeous, with soft, elegant lace and delicate styling. I love the look of these bras, but unfortunately they rarely work out for me.
While all SP bands are very stretchy rather than firm, I've found that there's a lot of variation in how they measure. This particular style is a standard SP band with narrow wings, and it measures much bigger than my other SP bras, so it is decidedly too big.
Simone Perele is no stranger to strap detailing, and this style has an embroidered overlay of flowers and what looks like dragonflies covering the front portion of the straps. ...Since this detailing goes quite far back, it's possible that on someone shorter than me that the straps could not be adjusted short enough. I was left with 1.5" inches to go once the straps were comfortably adjusted.
Cup-wise, this fits very similarly to my other SP unlined demi cups and is very similar to the Promesse Demi. Compared to other brands, these cups tend to have a deep U shape, and run narrow and tall. The binding at the top is fairly closed off. The interior of the cup has a tulle panel that runs diagonally through the cup and is seamed into the cup's middle shaping seam. This seam is not as tall as the one on the Promesse, meaning the top of the cup is fuller, and the cup itself is also taller, which means it needs even more volume on top to fill it properly The cups give a good rounded shape, but are most suited for breasts that are narrow, round, projected, with average roots. It's too narrow for wide shapes, too projected for FOB or shallow shapes, and too closed off for tall roots.
On me, the band is definitely too big and doesn't provide enough support. The top edge sits flush against my skin, but there's a lot of excess fabric right below the elastic. While the cups are the right volume for me, the shape is not a good fit, and my body doesn't fit into the cups to fill them out the correct way. I had the same issue on the Promesse Demi, but since the Amour cups are even taller, the problem is exaggerated. Read more 282 more words
Beautiful lace! Sizing down in the cups was definitely a good choice, band on the tighter end of Simone Perele bands which can often be quite stretchy. Note that the band is quite thin at the back clasp and has only one hook and eye closure in this size (3 sets of 1 hook and eye total). I also own the 30DD (30E in simone perele sizes) which has 3 sets of two hooks.
One word: comfortable! Ok maybe three: it's also well-made and supportive. The band is nice and wide, not too stretchy and TT. However, it does run a little full in the cup, so I sized down from a 65D to a 65E. Had to do some thorough scooping and swooping to not quadboob but definitely the better fit. Invisible under t-shirts as far as lines go, but I would describe this as a full-cup bra, so skimpier shirts may not combine well. The shape is, well, bland, and the nude I tried was more of a sand/nutmeg that I was not in love with. Update: also tried this in a colorway that was more nude for my skintone... still not loving it. Makes me feel old!
Major mismatch between my body and this bra. As soon as I opened the package I knew this would not fit. The bra itself is quite pretty....the sheer mesh and swirly flower-like pattern is delicate and feminine. The embroidery climbs up the straps. The color seems to have a touch of indigo in it. I think for someone with the right build for it, this bra could make you feel really sexy. Assuming it fits you more comfortably than it fits me, because everything about it (except the band) is uncomfortable for me.
The 30D band seems true to size. Snug, with a little bit of (not too much) ...stretch. The straps are a bit firm for my taste. They feel very rigid and uncomfortable. I'd hope they soften up with washing (but won't find out, because I'm sending this back.)
The cups are definitely not for shallow boobs. I get the feeling they run big, but it may just be because of the extreme shape mismatch. These are very deep and call for significant upper projection. The apex appears to be quite high on the cup (unusually so, compared to other seamless bras I've tried. It's at least an inch and a half above my nipple).
I have total gaping across the entire top of each cup, which also makes the very edges of the lace flare out weirdly. "Gaping" doesn't even sum it up...the top of this doesn't even come close to touching my skin anywhere. Not surprisingly, there is also wrinkling going on. I feel like if I could combine both of my boobs together, I might be able to fill this out. When I lift my arms, the cups dig into the side of my breast tissue, pressing it flat into my body and creating an unsightly crease (see pic). This is the same thing that's happened to me with unlined bras with build in "side support". Not a good look.
For the record, I am wide-set, splayed, deflated (especially the upper area) and very soft. Haven't found my perfect fit yet, but it appears it will be around a 28DD/30D. Still uncertain of projection ... because of sagging, shallow cups seems to fit better. Still uncertain of root width. Thought I was wide, but then found out it's because of being wide set and not due to the roots themselves...I think they're average. Maybe. Ha. I do seem to need a cup that allows for a bit more projection in the outer half of the cup, which is exactly the opposite of this bra style.
