Bra fitting help » Empty space in the bottom and top of cups cutting in part 3
Freya » Jolie Plunge Balcony (4101) » 30FF 30:8
Issue resolved
Trying a bigger band size and going down a cup size
Original problem
From the previous thread (wearing a Jolie in 30G):
As per request, myself in a Freya Jolie.
From the previous thread:
I have a lot of empty space at the bottom of my cups. I was told by a bra fitter I should be wearing my bra lower like I am in the picture, (though I have space even if I don't wear them lower, and I don't know how low exactly to wear them), and so I tightened the straps. I don't know how much exactly the bra fitter did it in the bra I wore to the store, which wasn't this one, so I tried to match the straps and adjust it from there.
I did it too much, and the by where the bow is in this bra cuts into where my armpit and breast meet. If I loosen them, they don't feel like they support very well. I have this bra in a 30FF as well, and I spill over the tops.I still have a little bit of space here, but there isn't much cutting on the arms and I attributed that to the fitter being able to fix them while they were on me vs. me fitting them myself at home.
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Here, I don't have any of the empty space whatsoever, but the quad boob is slight, and that was after adjusting to the point where it doesn't feel supportive at all. If I do tighten the straps to where it feels comfortable, there's a larger indent.
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This looks the best so far. Yes, it cuts in on the left side, but it accomodates your smaller breast much better.
Try the following: loosen the strap on the left breast even more and shorten it on the right.
The cutting in on the left side might get better with an extension or with going up in the band. The band looks quite strained.
So I would say your size is 32F, only with bras that have very loose band will you need to go for a 30FF.
I would also recommend that you try the Panache Andorra, the Masquerade Persia, the Masquerade Rhea, Cleo Alexa and halfcups in general. I think the cutting in here is a question of cupshape. The cup might be too closed for you. I would thus suggest looking for bras that are more open.
Updated on September 21, 2012 Flag this
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What else did you order and in what sizes? You don't need to post pics, a description is enough. It helps if you measure the bras in question and set the fit, this way we can click on your profile and see what you tried and what fit issues you had.
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I have the Curvy Kate Romance in 30FF and 30G, the Flirtelle Ashley bra in 30FF and 30G, the Freya Jolie in 30FF and GG, and the Curvy Kate Emily in 30G. I have the Flirtelle ones listed in my profile...I think the only ones I don't have are the Romance ones, which I didn't try on (the ones I had before were cracking my nipples, so I tried to stay away from it)
I...have quiet a few questions. Right now, I'm looking at a website with cheap(er) bras, and the Curvy Kate Showgirl and Thrill me seem to be open at the top, so I would be able to wear these, right? But then I would have to go up a size to 32Gs? Or no, because they're padded? Is it not recommended I wear balconettes with lace at the top, because of the cut? And full cup bras are an absolute no??
I'm sorry to bombard you with all these questions :( I feel like a completely newbie.
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The CK Showgirl bras run loose in the band and shallow in the cup, those I would suggest trying in 30G. Overall though I think they will be too shallow. This was one of the issues you had with the Emily, it was too shallow for you. Halfcups in general tend to be shallower and wider. Some people find they cannot wear them bc of that.
Balconettes with lace on top might work, if the upper cup is shaped to accomodate you. But this is difficult. Panache Andorra Fullcup is one of the bras that is really good regarding this, the elastic lace stretches to accomodate your boobs.
Before you order though I would really suggest getting an extension and trying on the 30FF bras with it, simulating a 32F.
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Ah, I see. Okay, the ones on the site are more or less the same style as the ones I bought-- I'll try the ones with the extenders and see how that goes. I can't seem to find any half cups though, only the ones with the full cup lace, but thank you so so much for giving me advice!
Wow, I would have never thought to go with a 32...or even a half cup bra. I always thought for me at least, the fuller the better!
By any chance, would you have anymore recommendations? They're incredibly helpful!!
Thank you, so so much for your help!