This and another Wacoal are new bras for me. I purchased them at Bella Intimates in Rye, NH. For both bras (I'll enter the other later, I don't know what it is right now), the wires seem thicker and stiffer than other bras I've recently bought or tried. Also, they seem to be more of a deep U shape with the tops of the U aligned, while other bras I've tried recently are more of a wider U and the tops are not necessarily at the same height. This one seems to be like the other where the tip of the wire under the ... arm presses into my body a bit more than I'd like. I was able to wear the other bra all day, though it left a red mark in that spot on each side. I think this one will be the same.

This one is snugger than the other Wacoal, and Shelley at the shop said it is some sort of fabric (I forget what sort) that will ease after some wear. It's comfortable enough on the loosest hook, though we'll see how the day goes. It was hard to measure this bra unstretched as the band curves a lot. The 24 inch unstretched measure was sort of the midpoint. It stretches out much more "flat", so it's easier to see where the measure begins and ends. You can see that in one of the detail pics. Both ends are like this.

Today is my first day wearing it. I will DEFINITELY be snipping the tag out of this bra, it is irritating. I used to wear another Wacoal (in the wrong size) and always snipped the tags on those too. Seems to be a different material than, say, the Fantasie bras.

The bra itself is pretty enough, but not "cute". It provides somewhat more forward projection than others I've had recently.
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Updated on Jun 24, 2012 Flag this

Wonderful bra that fits well and gives a great shape under clothes. It's very comfortable and is perfect for everyday; however, the cups and sides come up quite far, which eliminates this bra as a candidate for summer wear. Also, as a 30 FF who's forced to wear 32DDD bras in American brands, the band could be a bit tighter. I was able to wear it comfortably on the second hook initially. One size down would've been perfect.

Otherwise, great value for a classically beautiful and comfortable bra.

Updated on May 25, 2011 Flag this

I love this bra! I just started down the correctly-fitted bra path, and this has so far been my best fit. It really lifts and shapes my soft, pendulous girls, and I find the pointed shape extremely flattering for my petite-but-fluffy frame. I do not get any rubbing or cutting in the front underarm area, a problem I've been having with most bras in my cup size, so I'd say this bra is perfect for busty girls with narrow shoulders. I did have to get a 2-cup smaller size than my usual, even for this brand (I have 2 other Wacoals in 34G!). The lace is not scratchy for me.

Updated on Apr 05, 2023 Flag this

The fit of this bra is too retro for me. My boobs are already pointy, and this model emphasizes the cone shape even more. The size is too small for me. It came up in the bra recommendations but didn't fit.

My boobs escape from the cups on the sides. The underwires are too narrow for my wide roots. There is not enough immediate projection for my bottom-heavy boobs. I think the shape is too tall and narrow for me.

I only tried them on; I haven't used this bra all day, but it didn't feel very comfortable. That might be because the cup size is too small, though.

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Updated on Jan 21, 2022 Flag this

I hate this bra. It is so uncomfortable. The wire is too stiff and long/tall in the arm plus the cups are gigantic. Meanwhile the band is super tight to where I had to use an extender until the elastic actually stretched out enough...over two years. I gained weight and my breasts still can't fill this out enough, leaving wrinkles in the seam (and I love seamed bras). The lace is super itchy and painful as is the elastic biting your skin. In order to make it somewhat wearable I bent the wire to curve against my ribs but that doesn't resolve much else. All in all, I avoid this like the plague.

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Updated on Mar 01, 2021 Flag this

I acquired this bra about 5 years ago and 35ish pounds ago. It spoiled me forever, first mesh bra ever. So much fresh air compared to "tshirt" and other bras made of nonbreathing or molded materials. I liked the shape it gave me. It has held up wonderfully but the wires would begin to smash me on the sides and I eventually learned after some research the cup size is way too small, and the band size possibly ok or need to go down some. The boning on the side is about where I probably need a wire. I was determined to get another just like it ... at Dillards, and had the unpleasant wakeup call that the shape no longer fits my shape. Too pointy, not enough room for my wideness. One sad day. I discovered I am rather wide rooted and have underarm tissue I've probably had for a long time but didn't know how to scoop and swoop. I definitely got my money's worth, but it's way too small in the cups currently.

I just compared the Wacoal wires with another bra I ordered as a "diagnostic". Unflexed they are very very close to the same size wire as Cleo Marcie 38E, however much softer and spring open much further when the band is stretched. The Marcie has much larger fabric cups, and is insanely uncomfortable in this wire size due to sitting on tissue under my arm that needs corraling. I need wide shallow wires and shallow cups to go with evidently.
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Nude colorway

Updated on Aug 25, 2020 Flag this

This bra was recommended online when I typed in some measurements and issues. There is no support for forward-projection breasts. The wrong band size is my fault as I did try it on and it seemed OK but at home I realized it's a bit too tight. The lack of support causes my breasts to droop and the bottom of the gore to dig in badly. Straps are much too wide for someone with narrow, sloping shoulders. I can't complain about having too much space at the top because I am being forced to move away from balconettes (strap issue, again).

Wings are too high for a petite, and the wires don't fill the channel, which makes the top part flop over and rub my arms.

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slightly bent wires to follow body shape

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Updated on Oct 02, 2019 Flag this

About this Bra

Purchasing:
* $60 on Amazon with free Prime shipping & returns or Amazon Wardrobe.
* Available in neutrals plus many fun colors.

Band:
* Two layers of stretch mesh.
* Elastic at top of band.
* Wing support: soft boning
* Continuous band - wires lower than wings.
* Back close with 3 columns of hooks.

Straps:
* smooth, non-stretch satin
* soft (don’t stand up on their own)
* full adjust
* leotard back
* CENTER PULL

Cups:
* 2-seam (3-piece) half cup
* unpadded, flexible underwire
* All pieces constructed of non-stretch mesh with a partial overlay of non-stretch lace.
* Soft cups (no molding or padding).

Fit

About me: petite with wide horizontal oval, slightly conical breasts
* average projection
* wide-set (3 fingers ... width of space between breasts)
* very wide roots (extend past the mid-axillary line)
* even horizontal fullness (just barely outer full)
* short root height, average vertical placement
* mix of firm & soft tissue (front molds to shape of bra, sides push wimpy wires away)
* conical shape (but will squish to round)
* full on top (2/4 shape, not even or very full) - BUT functionally even to FOB due to short roots and soft tissue
* petite (5'3") so have narrow frame
* front (anterior) rib flares

Band:
* length: WAY TOO BIG
* wings: TOO SHORT, BOOBS ESCAPE
* Wings look fine at first glance because band is providing so little support. However, breast is pushing wire away from body.
* no axillary skin spillage

Gore: Comfortable, tacks, good spacing, height fine. High, but comfortable.

Cup:
* Gives breasts a pointy shape.
* Wires too narrow (not even close).
* Top of cup: smooth line (because so much boob is outside cup).
* Bottom of cup filled nicely.


Straps:
* not too far apart
* adjust short enough

Assessment and Plan:
* Don’t mind the pointy shape, but wires are way too narrow. Unlike the 32DD & 32E, does not cut into the tail of Spence.
* Try 34DD for wider wires.
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Ivory colorway

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Updated on Jul 08, 2019 Flag this

About this Bra

Purchasing:
* $60 on Amazon with free Prime shipping & returns or Amazon Wardrobe.
* Available in neutrals plus many fun colors.

Band:
* Two layers of stretch mesh.
* Elastic at top of band.
* Wing support: soft boning
* Continuous band - wires lower than wings.
* Back close with 3 columns of hooks.

Straps:
* smooth, non-stretch satin
* soft (don’t stand up on their own)
* full adjust
* leotard back
* CENTER PULL

Cups:
* 2-seam (3-piece) half cup
* unpadded, flexible underwire
* All pieces constructed of non-stretch mesh with a partial overlay of non-stretch lace.
* Soft cups (no molding or padding).

Fit

About me: petite with wide horizontal oval, slightly conical breasts
* average projection
* wide-set (3 fingers ... width of space between breasts)
* very wide roots (extend past the mid-axillary line)
* even horizontal fullness (just barely outer full)
* short root height, average vertical placement
* mix of firm & soft tissue (front molds to shape of bra, sides push wimpy wires away)
* conical shape (but will squish to round)
* full on top (2/4 shape, not even or very full) - BUT functionally even to FOB due to short roots and soft tissue
* petite (5'3") so have narrow frame
* front (anterior) rib flares

Band:
* length: way too big
* wings: too short, boobs escape
* Breast is pushing wire away from body.
* no axillary skin spillage

Gore: Comfortable, tacks, good spacing, height fine. High, but comfortable.

Cup:
* Way too big. Can fit my fist into the upper cup.
* Wires very, very narrow.
* Top of cup wrinkles.
* Bottom of cup wrinkles.
* Doesn’t cut into tail of Spence.


Straps:
* not too far apart
* adjust short enough

Assessment and Plan:
* Don’t mind the pointy shape, but wires are way too narrow and band too big. Trying other sizes (32DD, 32DDD, and 34D) haven’t helped.
* Need a 30-band, which is not made. Even then, probably too projected.
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Toast colorway

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Updated on Jul 08, 2019 Flag this

About this Bra

Purchasing:
* Paid $60 on Amazon with free Prime shipping & returns (not Amazon Wardrobe)
* Available in neutrals plus many fun colors.

Band:
* Two layers of stretch mesh.
* Elastic at top of band.
* Wing support: soft boning.
* Continuous band - wires lower than wings.
* Back close with 3 columns of hooks.

Straps:
* smooth, non-stretch satin
* soft (don’t stand up on their own)
* full adjust
* leotard back
* CENTER PULL

Cups:
* 2-seam (3-piece) half cup
* unpadded, flexible underwire
* All pieces constructed of non-stretch mesh with a partial overlay of non-stretch lace.
* Soft cups (no molding or padding).

Fit

About me: petite with wide horizontal oval, slightly conical breasts
* average projection
* wide-set ... (3 fingers width of space between breasts)
* very wide roots (extend past the mid-axillary line)
* even horizontal fullness (just barely outer full)
* short root height, average vertical placement
* mix of firm & soft tissue (front molds to shape of bra, sides push wimpy wires away)
* conical shape (but will squish to round)
* full on top (2/4 shape, not even or very full) - BUT functionally even to FOB due to short roots and soft tissue
* petite (5'3") so have narrow frame
* front (anterior) rib flares

Band:
* length: stays in place with wear
* wings: slightly too short (better than the 32DD)
* no axillary skin spillage

Gore: Comfortable, tacks, good spacing, height fine. High, but comfortable.

Cup:
* Gives breasts a wide, projected, conical shape.
* Wires too narrow (better than the 32DD, but still bad).
* Top of cup: smooth line.
* Bottom of cup: wrinkles.
* Outer edge of cup cuts into tail of Spence.

Straps:
* not too far apart
* adjust short enough

Fit Under Clothing:
* Seams visible through thin T-shirt. (Surprisingly smooth for a seamed bra.)
* Visible under v-neck.
* Very visible in armholes of sleeveless shirt.

Assessment and Plan:
* Wires way too narrow, yet somehow breasts look wide. Cuts into tail of Spence.
* Fit nearly identical to the 32DD.
* Try 34D & 34DD.
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Cappuccino colorway

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