Bra fitting help » Dimpling and dents in the cups?
Panache » Colette Balconnet Bra (7381) » 30F 30:7
Issue resolved
Wrong size/shape incompatibility.
Original problem
Hello ladies! Just a question: why do you think there is so much dimpling in this bra? It also has a "dent" on each side, as if there's a built in side sling, but there isn't. I have the same problems with the crimson/berry color one, too, so it seems consistent (aka not a manufacturing fluke). I will probably keep it, but I'm wondering what you think the problem is or if it can be fixed. Thanks!
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Loosen the straps and see if the dents disappear. This is often due to overly tight straps. I also see a very significant dent on your shoulder from the strap, which really should not be happening for someone of your apparent body size/composition and breast size... another indicator of too-tight straps!
Updated on May 11, 2015 Flag this
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Yes, if you can only make it fit by overtightening straps you need a different size... or a cup with more projection at the bottom.
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Man, I probably need an overhaul of all my bras! Or at least a Rixie clip. I have the same issues with all of them (some better, some worse). I just wish it was easier for short ladies to find a good bra!
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I don't know if you need to go to a 28FF or if you need to go for more projection. Maybe try both, but I agree with wendy. You shouldn't be relying on the straps for support. That's what the underwires and band are for. Your measurements suggest a 30-band should be fine but look at your third (front) pic - there's space between the bottom of your boobs and the underwire that suggests that this particular bra offers inadequate projection. A bra with underwires that sit in your IMF and a comfortably snug band should do most of the support work.
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lcl0706 , I'm suspected this is just not a good shape for me in the end. It's crazy how when you look in the mirror, you don't necessarily notice where the underwires are sitting, but when I see the pictures I am starting to see a real "space" there. I'm gonna try Comexim so I'm praying that works!
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helpfulI have this bra and I encountered the same problem. The thread used to sew the embroidery is tight and stiff so it tends to cut in. Try washing the bra a few times so it loosens up
Updated on May 12, 2015 Flag this
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car0lxne , I do need to wash this one! I washed the berry colored one the other day but haven't worn it since. I'll have to compare!
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Hi wendybien ! Thank you. I generally have the straps tightened because I'm fairly short and it helps the wires to fit at the "fold" - otherwise, most bras end up hanging about an inch or more below the fold and dig into my ribcage. When I loosen the straps on this one, the upper lace portion flops right off my girls in the middle and it just feels like I'm wearing a fancy boob-hammock :'(. The dents and dimples aren't as apparent, but I've lost the support. I have been thinking that I need to go to 28FF instead with a lot of my bras to possibly avoid tightening the straps so much (I'm also "squishier" than I look around my underbust). Do you think that would help? Thank you again!