Good Points - this bra is very pretty, the pale but warm pink is such a good colour for me (a better nude than nude!), the straps are very comfy when correctly adjusted as the shape of the cup is full so the straps are not as wide as balconettes, this bra gives a good shape, as I have close set breasts the plunged wires do not dig in and can sit flat and due to the full cups, my full in the middle boobs maintain a slight separation and are kept in place.

the downside - my whole Leia fitting experience was a disappointment, the sales lady ... in particular (I wouldn't call her a fitter as there was very little fitting going on but a big sales push for bras that didn't fit). I was happy to find a bra that did all those good things above and had flitted from brand to brand and size to size in what she brought me - despite me asking for Freya and her poor fitting advice (you'll never find a gore that sits flat with your boobs, with your boobs you should scoop towards your armpit so it fits the bra!!!!!) that I didn't realise she had brought me a 34H. Her first words which gave me hope for the fitting were that I shouldn't be in the 34 I was wearing but a 32, however for a sale a 34 was fine! the band is too big and rides up. I measure 33 so can do 32 or 34 usually and my Bravissimo 34 don't ride up like this so I think this runs big in the band as well as wide in the cup ( the wires finish almost at my shoulder blades!!). As Elomi don't do 32 I cannot size down. I will however keep it for evening / occasion wear as it is good under lower cut dresses.
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Updated on May 05, 2014 Flag this

This bra is beautiful in turquoise with purple embroidery. I love how it looks. The fabric is rough but generally is not a problem EXCEPT as it rubs on my arms as I move around (though the arm holes of my blouses). It's annoying but not painful. It's top edge is slightly tight on my right breast but fits fine on the left. It's a good hot weather bra as it's very breathable. I wish it was softer on the outside of the band under my arms. It looks good under dark tees and all my blouses. This bra is getting softer with usage--much less annoying ... under the arms and now is one of my more favorites.

I am up dating this experience because now I have owned this bra and have worn it a lot since I got it. It no longer is scratchy or annoying and its fit is still one of the most comfortable I own, I can wear it for 20 hours and not notice it. When I bought it I could only hook the loosest hooks, I am now wearing it on the middle hooks. I wear this bra a lot especially now in the fall and winter it doesn't show though light summery clothing. I love that it's bandless. I love that my boobs are separated and don't end up sweating the way boobs do when pushed together when wearing a wireless bra. I will never wear wireless again. Don't be put off by the material, it softens and breathes wonderfully. I think it's excellent all the way around and will be ordering more.
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Updated on Jan 17, 2016 Flag this

I am pendulous, short rooted, even, center full and narrowish.

I love the color on this bra. It's the dark turquoise blue, with white polka dots, purple flower embroidery and purple ribbons. Such a pretty bra.

This is a 4 part cup that with the straps a little closer together that most bras I have come across. Straps are fully adjustable with metal fastenings. The strap is a little wide, but that's fine. Cup is TTS and the band is slightly loose for a 34. But only a little.

Cups are good, and the gore tacks. Because I am so center full the lace cuts in and I have a bit of quadboob that is exacerbated by soft tissue + plunge. I have now given up on plunges. Lace is also not stretch lace at all. So not the right bra for me. Well made, and I just love the look of it.

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Updated on Feb 23, 2015 Flag this

I've had this bra for a long time and I've decided to add my two cents. This bra crept up on me as my go to. I first got the Navy then the Red. The Red broke but the Navy has been a firm favorite of mine. I have to take in the center gore for this bra to work for me but it's an easy fix especially with a sewing machine. I was reluctant to buy more Bettys at first because I didn't want to pay a lot for a bra I have to alter. But as more colors came out and ... they showed up on eBay I got the turquoise one at a great price. And recently the black and blush were on sale at Nordstrom so I got those to. It has become my everyday bra. By taking in the center gore it opens up the top of the cup so it doesn't cut into my breast tissue and helps create a rounder profile. Betty has been the most successful Elomi I've tried. The lift and support is amazing and I think that is due to the strong mesh fabric. It is cut low by the armpits which is something I look for and the straps are more narrow set which is common in Elomis. I struggle with bras invading my armpits so this is an important feature I look for and appreciate. This is the only Elomi that puts me front and center as well. I attribute that to the fabric also. The east west look is what keeps me from other Elomi styles. The Kenza looks to be the same as Betty and I am expecting that to arrive any day. I will follow up with a review on that one.
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Updated on Jan 06, 2015 Flag this

Fits comfortably and is super cute.

Updated on Feb 01, 2014 Flag this

Very supportive bra, especially those with, ahem, heavier breasts. I've never felt such perk, a literal weight off my chest! Wires are stiff/strong, with little flex, which I like, but other ladies may find uncomfortable. Lace at the top of the cup lies flat, and does not upset t-shirts. The shape is less round and more naturally pointed without looking 5o's vintage or conical.

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Black colorway

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Raspberry pink with white spots & lace accent colorway

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