This is by far the best unpadded racerback there is. I wear mine when working out, running and playing golf or tennis. It is also wonderful for regular wear, and looks good under anything. Stretchy band and cups make it easy to find the right fit. Half the time I forget that I have it on, it is sooo comfy. Typical Wacoal quality.
Found my t shirt bra! I was shopping Nordstrom's anniversary sale and I came across this. I thought at first it was a La Femme style 853117 which it basically is except Nordstrom had them change the embroidery and called it their exclusive. I honestly didn't expect much, but when I put it on it ticked all the right boxes. Do I fill the cups? Check. Do the wires stay in my imf? Check. Comfortable? Check. Supportive? Check. Does it look good? Oh heck yes!
I love that it's also a plunge, a plunge that's shaped more like my shape than others I've tried. Has enough projection at the bottom and center, and not a ton of room at the top. There is side support provided by denser foam in that area. The center pull straps stay on my narrow shoulders. And it was on sale!
Is it the best bra I own? No, but it's great for it's intended purpose of being invisible under knits and enhancing my look under a low neckline. I couldn't ask for more.
Thanks for this review! I've been looking for a similar bra and yay for the sale - makes it easy to try it out (just ordered). My last five bra attempts have been duds, but I'm hopeful...
This bra is so matronly and ugly on me... and I love it! I saw the set for $15 at Dillard's sale, and I've been wanting a seamless unlined bra for summer. This is it! It's so incredibly soft and comfortable.
The band fits a bit tighter, and the cups larger, so I ended up with it over the other 30E bras I was trying on. I do wish they made it in 30 bands, but I think this 32D will work for me for awhile.
It's really not the most sexy thing, but I always feel sexy in a nice unlined bra. I feel round under ...clothes but the cup shape also makes my boobs look long and flat on top without clothes. But overall I'm glad I found it https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
After measuring, the cups do measure pretty small for me, but the material is very stretchy and forgiving. The band doesn't quite stretch to 32". The straps don't adjust fully, which is okay on me, but could be a problem for other people. Read more 73 more words
Yay for finding the type of bra you've been wanting! And for $15, too!
"This bra is so matronly and ugly on me... and I love it!" <-- That made me smile. Love the sentiment, and I'm glad you love your bra!
As much as I love a bra that looks sexy without clothes, when it comes down to it all that really matters is how it feels and how it makes you look with clothes on. I don't know about you, but I almost never just hang around in my bra. I'm either wearing clothes or I'm naked. I appreciate an "ugly" bra that does what it's supposed to do.
Also, yay for inexpensive! That's a breath of fresh air in my book. Congrats!
This is great. Similar to the Panache sport, but in my opinion, this is more well-made than the Panache, so if you are within the size range for this one (the 32 goes one cup larger than this to 32G US size), I'd give this a go first. There is very firm cushion at the end of the underwires to prevent poking through. This works well for my shallow/short roots, whereas Panache left a lot of open space at the top of the cup. More than that, the Panache bended away at the top where the underwire was. It was sort of an odd boxy shape there (compare ...the white http://www.barenecessities.com/panache-ultimate-maximum-control-sports-bra-5021_product.htm?pf_id=Panache5021 to the beige http://www.barenecessities.com/wacoal-maximum-control-contour-sports-bra-853209_product.htm?pf_id=Wacoal853209). The gore does not tack (it is not meant to - this is an "encapsulation" style sports bra), but it definitively separates my breasts. My only quibble is that I am starting with the straps maximally tightened. I'm going to try it as-is for now but may take it to a tailor and shorten them an inch so that I can use the adjustable portion on the back when it stretches (I use my sports bras for like 8 years! haha). I got this bra for a steal of $23.80 at Dillard's last week. My girls are nice and perky and round in this. There is almost no bounce, but I don't feel strangled or squished. I much prefer this standard style rather than cross-back, because it puts less strain on my neck. The Panache was made as a convertible back, and I feel as I always do that when companies try to make convertible bras: they end up not quite right in either style. The straps do not dig in at my armpits. Read more 186 more words
When you have time and desire, I'd love to see the measurements. This looks lovely....for a sports bra ;-)
I just got this model in a 36G from Nordstrom Rack and I agree with your observations on the fit! This one is a keeper, which is shocking to me as I chose it online on a whim, unsure if the size would work. I'm still in the beginning stages of trying to find my proper bra size (I think I'm around a 34F), and so it was a lovely surprise when the package arrived and I found that this sports bra seemed to fit perfectly! At first I thought the band was too tight, but once I had it on and adjusted, it felt perfectly, comfortably snug on the largest hook. It is super comfortable, I feel very supported, absolutely no bounce, the fabric feels soft and cushy everywhere on my skin, and I get a nice round shape to boot! I'll get measurements uploaded soon, and work up courage to take pics, as it has been so helpful to me to read others' experiences and see pics to go with the data.
I really like Wacoal bras anyway, but this is my favorite because of its versatility. Also very comfy. Great under t's. Also doubles as a very good sports bra because of its racer back features and because it actually wicks away moisture. I really like it for golf. The moderate stretch in the cups accommodates differences in breast sizes. And the stretch in the band allows me to wear a 38C even though my actual size is closer to 40B. As a relatively athletic male, I need the larger band size, but really appreciate it when I can find stretchier 38's because of the greater selection. This bra is certainly not as confining as a regular sports bra, so might not be good for running. Slight nip protrusion.
I have never had a Wacoal. I'll have to give it a try. Thanks! I am male also. My usual size is 38B, depending on the particular bra, but often sister-size to 36C or D, with an extender. I like my bands snug though, so we may be about the same size.
My most comfortable bra is Wacoal, but it no longer fits. They seem very durable, too.
Me, too, FF. I have really good luck with Wacoal. Lots of variety, but all seem to be well made.
Edit: After a week a wrinkle is developing in the outer bottom edge of both cups. I believe it is a shape issue, not a volume issue. This bra would be better for someone with a bit more fullness on the bottom than the top. The cups fit perfectly and it sits seamlessly under a shirt, the band runs tight for a 30 but fits my 29" snugly at the outside hook. I feel very secure and non-bouncy when it is on, so it works well for when my breasts are feeling particularly sensitive. The lace band is unfortunately very scratchy, but I am hoping a few washes and time will soften that. The molded cup is very thin and subject to getting very easily misshapen and wrinkled, so it will need a lot of care with wash and storage.
This was my very first correctly fitted bra! I tried it on in the store and couldn't wait to get it home! The cups are very comfortable and the bra itself is very supportive. However, I still have some digging in the gore and under arm area. I believe this is not a size issue but I do think it has to do with the tall cups on my frame. My collarbone to nip measurement is 8 inches so I think I will have to look for shorter cups.
I have started replacing Wacoal wires with Bravo Bella wires (size 42 is very similar to what Wacoal uses in 32Gs). Bravo Bella wires are shorter at both the gore and wing plus they are flexible. What were my favorite, uncomfortable bras are now my favorite comfortable bras. Wire length makes a huge difference :-)
I bought online (used) because the cup was wide, but in reality, it's quite narrow. Just looks like a wide style. Much too narrow, and the cups slid quite far down my torso.
It seems like this bra is the correct fit for me when I put it on, yet I still have issues with it sliding down over time. I wear it on the tightest hooks, and it feels tight, but as I walk or dreadfully go down flights of stairs, it starts to migrate down closer to my waist. My guess is I need to size down to a 28 band for it to work better, but it doesn't seem worth it to me to invest $70 for a strapless bra that I will wear maybe 2 times a year max. I was able to get this bra for about ...$10 new secondhand. 28E or F strapless bras aren't quite as easy to come by for such a good price. My other thought is that maybe I would be better off trying a 30DD, which also seem to be abundant secondhand. It might give a quad-boob, but maybe the extra compression from the cups would help keep it up? I'd try fashion tape before I buy another bra. I'd be curious about other's experiences using that as reinforcement! Otherwise I'm this close to trying to make my own corset lol Read more 89 more words
Yeah, strapless bras are a challenge. I've tried *many*, including the Wacoal Red Carpet. My favorite is 32F - Wonderbra » Refined Glamour Ultimate Strapless Lace Bra (
I also have it in 32C (lower wings for certain tops). Ideally, a 28FF or 30F would be best for me, but these are the closest sizes I could find on eBay. I reached out directly to Wonderbra, but they don't ship to the US :(
Regardless, this bra (32F) has worked great for me (middle hook). I recently took it on a Caribbean trip & wore it with a silk, plunging V-neck, spaghetti strap dress dancing all night. Then wore it several times with various tank tops. I wore it when I played beach volleyball with my granddaughter & never once needed to adjust it.
My shape may be different from yours, but if you can find this bra secondhand, I'd recommend it! I have photos of my 32F on my bratabase.
It looks like the bra might be too closed on top for you, so it slides down as you move.
Loxus I'm pretty FOB so I was leaning towards thinking it was too open on top if anything. The cups fit fine when I have good posture but if I hunch over there is a small gap at the top of the cup. Im still pretty new to this so not sure if i'm thinking of the right terminology.
It's not the size! I have worn this model as an everyday bra for 10-15 years, it is one of my all time favorites so I can see the issue here. The silicone lining is dry and the bra will never be able to sit right for more than a few minutes.
I have purchased this model many times on ebay (cheap because of missing straps) over the years and only recently received bras with "dry" grip. I had a retired size to compare with so this problem is age related. If someone buys this in similar condition from ebay it would be possible to contact the seller for a return or open a case and request a refund. A strapless bra should not need straps to stay in place. Glad to see the band is wide. I'm a 34D in wacoal but the band to narrow for my liking so 32DD with an extender is a better fit. I paid $9.99 for mine so guess I have to replace the band with fresh silicone. If anyone is interested in buying this pre-owned online make sure the silicone looks glossy in pics!
Last advice to anyone who reads this. You don't need straps on a bra unless you happen to have very large breasts. (For reference, I'm currently a 34D but have been a 36D). A strapless bra just requires a perfect fit in cups + good grip + a wide band and the red carpet just happen to be right for me. And you have to use a microfiber cloth to wipe of any residue on the silicone between washes. This is all I had to add!
mabra omg!!! You're a genius!!! I checked the silicon and it is all dull and has almost no grip at all. I never even thought of that being an issue when I bought it used, but it's been too long now to dispute (whatever, just $10!) Still going to try and save the bra. My first thought to replace the silicon is to buy some silicon grippy tape and sew it onto the cups. The band is a lot harder to deal with because of the stretchiness. I may try using fashion tape for that.
I have a couple Ewa Michalak strapless bras that slid down the first times I wore them. I have many EM bras, and the fit of all of them, including the strapless ones, is excellent. Maybe they slid down over the course of a night because the silicone got less sticky? I'll try @mabra's advice and wipe down the silicone lining. I'll probably try the Wonderbra Refined Glamour Ultimate Strapless Lace Bra justapac recommended.
I think it might be a size too small given that I get a bit of quad-boob after swooping and scooping. Even so, it's so comfortable I've forgotten I was wearing it, and after a few minutes of settling the quad-boobing isn't noticeable, even under a tight shirt. I'm FOB and shallow with tall roots (I think? Shape is still a bit of a mystery to me, to be honest). Band feels good and supportive, underwire doesn't poke at the armpit or the gore, and it looks great on. As a bonus, it's thick enough it'll hide my perky nipples even when it gets cold out (which is always a challenge!). Altogether very happy with it, and will keep an eye out for discounts on a 30E to test my hypothesis re: sizing https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
I purchased because I simply needed a moulded smooth bra option. This works well enough. Wacoal tends to run small in the band and this bra is no exception. It’s modeled after the Wacoal Basic Beauty bra. Unlike the Basic Beauty, this bra goes up to a U.S. H cup in a 32 band. The cup is more like a spacer bra material and you can see through it a bit if you hold it up to the light. The side of the cup on the outside has a nice lace detail. The inside of the cup has an inner sling to help keep your tissue pushed forward. ...On me it gives a nice rounded smooth look. The straps are semi sheer up the front till it connects to a soft touch elastic at the top of my shoulder. The straps also sit in more, perfect for narrower shoulders. The back band is two layers of sheer stretch mesh. The outer layer has little black polka dots. The back clasp is a 4x3 closure with all hardware being black. There is a little silver diamond gem flower hanging from a little black bow on the center gore. As far as over all fit goes, I do get some double bubble in the upper cup when I pull my arms back. It’s undetectable under clothing. The center gore also lifts off my sternum because my boobs are too close together to allow the wires of the cup to sit on my chest. Not perfect but it gets the job done. I wish there were more options for smooth moulded cups with narrow wires on a small band available. Read more 169 more words
Size is more like a 34D. Not very good separation in cups. I get cleavage/uniboob. Cups tend to fall over the band if it is too loose. Not a problem if worn with straps.
Size M is supposed to fit 34D/DD. I usually wear 34D in Wacoal so cups are too big and I get a uniboob situation. I belive this could be comfortable for someone with a slightly larger cup size. Bra is now for sale here on bratabase.
Front is created of a padded sheet with moulded cups and fused along the edges to an outer stretchy fabric. Back is made of one stretchy layer.
This bra looks beautiful, and I love the shape of it. It’s close to the bullet bra look I’m going for without being overly dramatic. The band is quite snug, so some may consider going up a band size and down a cup. A 34D would probably fit me more comfortably, but I like the support of the 32 band. I appreciate the not-stretch straps. They feel very sturdy and won’t stretch out over time. I have noticed a bit of itchiness from the lace and trim detailing, but I hope the fabric will soften as I was and wear it.
Nice little unlined demi bra with center-pull straps (hard to find in a 30 band!). Very projected for a 30DD. Cup width is nice and narrow. Thin, stretchy material can accommodate asymmetry. Comfortable and pretty sexy due to the sheerness of it. Seamless cups make my breasts look rounded. Doesn’t do much to enhance my volume, but I think it will be nice under sweaters and blouses. Doubt I’ll wear it with t-shirts.
For measuring cup depth, I’ve started using a handy “flexible curve sewing ruler” my husband got me, because you can curve it to the shape of the bra and put a little tension on it, the ...same way your breast does in the cup. I think this is the most accurate way to measure. Using this method, the bra measures 8.75 inches deep. When I measure the bra over my knee, I get approximately the same measurement.
UPDATE: After wearing for a day (under a t-shirt around the house), I can confirm that this bra is quite minimizing for me. The closed off top of the cups pushes me down and to the sides a bit. That said, it’s very comfortable. So, I’ll still use it for outfits where shape doesn’t really matter.
UPDATE 2: This is not as comfortable as I initially thought. The wires are kinda poky and by the end of the day, I want it off. Read more 122 more words
I bought this bra on the Wacoal.ca site, and I used my "new customer" 10% off code. It was on sale for $28.00 cnd, and with the discount came to around $25.00. Pretty good deal! I ordered 3 of these and 2 pairs of briefs for free shipping.
I'm low set, soft, droopy, and short/narrow rooted - and this bralette holds me in but doesn't lift me. It's what I expected from a bralette though! It was extrememly hard to measure too, so take the measurements with a grain of salt please! I usually wear a 30F, and this one is a "34". Band is too large for ...me, but I did that on purpose due to sensory issues lately with snug bands.It's quite thick and sturdy for a bralette, which makes it feel pretty secure and comfy. 3 clasps for adjustability. Straps are long enough for me (probably wouldn't actually fit that well on a shorter frame).
This bralette is very comfortable, and quite pretty. It's pretty much a lightely stretchable mesh, with a second layer of mesh on each cup area inside.
Excellent quality, appearance, and comfort - especially for the price!! Read more 87 more words
I don't think the fit could be any better! Not knowing it's on is half the battle ;)