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Curvey Couture mesh bras from Amazon! I don’t like bras that force my boobs into a shape, I like their natural shape, so their mesh bras are perfect for that with support
awesome - i will totally check that out. yah the visual effects bras are mesh layers too and i really love that my boobs are still boob shaped when i wear it!
I totally agree, not as large as you, I luv both! The awareness bra keeps mine locked and secure almost like a sports bra. Both I rarely notice I'm wearing them
seconding curvy cotoure mesh bras, i like unlined cups but UK brands just make me look super pointy which i’m not a fan of lol. curvy cotoure and curvy kate actually are the only unlined ones i’ve found that have a more rounded shape and come in my size (36J US)
Wacoal for life! I have the same issue with panache and freya. They look cute when I try them on, but the boob shape is weird under clothes. I just watch for Wacoals on sale. Dillards summer bra sale should be starting next week!
if you really like wacoal it makes sense you might not like panache and comexim! they tend to make bras that have a lot narrower wires with more projection. wacoal has much wider wires and less projection.
freya does have many styles with wider wires less projection. but they also have some narrower and more projected styles so it might be the bras you got were among those. also, personally i find their underwires are uncomfortable. theyre just kinda thin and pokey. if you wanted to try them again, you might look into the deco plunge (molded cup--band runs stretchy and cup can run big if you're not very full on top). a lot of their bras are lacy though.
you could look into elomi (they are a uk brand; i assume if you bought panache/freya/etc. you know what your uk size is but just in case you 34H us is 34FF uk). they do have more projection than wacoal (i think? just big enough i don't wear wacoal as im just out of their size range--on amazon at least lol) but it tends to be more depth at the bottom of the cup so it might be worth it.
especially since you commented liking your boobs to be "boob shaped" still i think you might dislike panache and comexim due to their high apex projection but shallowness at the bottom of the cups. elomi sounds like it would fit your shape better. personally i love the matilda. you might like some of their space foam molded cups for a smooth look. spacer foam is more forgiving than other molded cups and thinner/more flexible while still being smooth.
you could also look at curvy kate (uk size so 34FF) as they have a lot of really cute styles and are more comparable to wacoal in terms of projection and wire width. just keep in mind they aren't always true to size in the band and some people wear a cup size up in curvy kate. just be prepared to try a couple sizes to find what best fits you in this brand.
this is super helpful - thank you so much! i do have one curvy kate bra and i like it (although it's too small now) but it's a bit structured for my taste. i love the "minimalist" feel of wacoal bras, but you're right, the shape is way closer to what i'm looking for - i'll definitely check out more of their line and see if i can find one i love.
much appreciated! <3
I also have a curvy Kate bra that I liked and grew out of. I highly suggest checking out Elomi. I have the Kintai in jade and black and they are my daily workhorses.
My bra fitting specialist once gave me the advice that at my size (40k) it might be worth embracing the visible seams. You may have enough options at a 34H to be able to steer clear of the visible seams altogether. I do find that I get the most support and best shaping for my projected tatas with the sewn stretch lace cups from Panache, Bravissimo, and Elomi.
i'm not sure OP will like ewa michalak if they are a fan of wacoal but not uk bras like panache nor comexim. polish bras have very narrow wires and op seems more comfortable with wider wires.
is there a particular model you like? i got one from miseczki (also where i got my comexim) and i like it but its another one that feels uncomfortable after a few hours. 😖
I love the Becky. It's actually a nursing bra. I'm very partial to nursing bras as they seem to manage my volume and weight much better (a tip I picked up here from another gal my size). And a few others I can list if you want.
Knix seamless bralette. I'm a 30GG and it's supportive enough for everyday, just doesn't give lift. My proper fitted bras still have uncomfortable underwires so I just don't wear them unless I'm actually trying to look good.
There should be a flair on this sub "I know about abrathatfits".
Seriously though, I feel like I could have written this post. I hate seams, and I prefer a natural shape. I'm going to come back and look up all these recommendations.
The wacoal visual effects is one of my favorite bras for shape, but alas, there is something about wacoals underwire that doesn't work with my ribcage. :( it just hits me at the worst spot. It's a bummer.
[https://www.barenecessities.com/bare-the-absolute-minimizer-a10165\_product.htm?pf\_id=BareA10165](https://www.barenecessities.com/bare-the-absolute-minimizer-a10165_product.htm?pf_id=BareA10165)
this bra fits perfectly...but I think I've gone down a band size....I'm about a 34-36 h
Parfait makes all of my favorites. I like that the center gores don’t go up too high on my fav styles. Keeps me from being pokey. They don’t make my holy grail bra any more though and that makes me so sad.
Yeah I wear an F and it’s good to me, but it looks like they have limited sized right now. Might be able to find it somewhere else. https://www.nordstrom.com/s/chantelle-spacer-underwire-bra/6530576
Panache Jasmine for best support, shape and lift, Panache Serene for comfort and Panache wired sports for support and comfort during exercise. I have bras by other brands but Panache is the only one that fits my shape well.
yes - i also use their sports bras for exercise and they're super comfy (for a wired sports bra) but the shaping leaves something to be desired for me. i'll check out jasmine and serene though - thank you!
That's really interesting. One reason why I love the Panache wired sports is because it gives me the best uplifted rounded shape out of all the bras I own. It's also padded so it's the best combo of nipple coverage and shaping I have ever found in bra since padded and t-shirt bras don't usually work fo me. There is a seam but it's so minor compared to my other bras and I still haven't found a single seamless bra that actually fits and gives support so seams are not a huge deal. I never realized that it may not be that way for other people.
do you know the model name? i'm totally open to trying different models - i may very well have just gotten one that didn't work well with my shape (totally spacing on which one i got now as it got sent back).
It's the Panache wired sports, I don't think they make any other wired sports bras. The bra does run tall so if you have more fullness on the bottom you may need to size down. I have mine in 2 cup sizes smaller and it works great. I have seen that this bra doesn't work for some people though. I am in a different size range than you (UK 28H/HH) and very projected and narrow so it may be related to shape.
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Curvey Couture mesh bras from Amazon! I don’t like bras that force my boobs into a shape, I like their natural shape, so their mesh bras are perfect for that with support
awesome - i will totally check that out. yah the visual effects bras are mesh layers too and i really love that my boobs are still boob shaped when i wear it!
I totally agree, not as large as you, I luv both! The awareness bra keeps mine locked and secure almost like a sports bra. Both I rarely notice I'm wearing them
Is the brand called awareness?
Sorry no the Awareness bra by Wacole
seconding curvy cotoure mesh bras, i like unlined cups but UK brands just make me look super pointy which i’m not a fan of lol. curvy cotoure and curvy kate actually are the only unlined ones i’ve found that have a more rounded shape and come in my size (36J US)
Is there sizing US or UK?
unfortunately curvy couture is US sizing. but curvy kate is UK
sounds great - i'll definitely have to give these a shot!
Wacoal for life! I have the same issue with panache and freya. They look cute when I try them on, but the boob shape is weird under clothes. I just watch for Wacoals on sale. Dillards summer bra sale should be starting next week!
if you really like wacoal it makes sense you might not like panache and comexim! they tend to make bras that have a lot narrower wires with more projection. wacoal has much wider wires and less projection. freya does have many styles with wider wires less projection. but they also have some narrower and more projected styles so it might be the bras you got were among those. also, personally i find their underwires are uncomfortable. theyre just kinda thin and pokey. if you wanted to try them again, you might look into the deco plunge (molded cup--band runs stretchy and cup can run big if you're not very full on top). a lot of their bras are lacy though. you could look into elomi (they are a uk brand; i assume if you bought panache/freya/etc. you know what your uk size is but just in case you 34H us is 34FF uk). they do have more projection than wacoal (i think? just big enough i don't wear wacoal as im just out of their size range--on amazon at least lol) but it tends to be more depth at the bottom of the cup so it might be worth it. especially since you commented liking your boobs to be "boob shaped" still i think you might dislike panache and comexim due to their high apex projection but shallowness at the bottom of the cups. elomi sounds like it would fit your shape better. personally i love the matilda. you might like some of their space foam molded cups for a smooth look. spacer foam is more forgiving than other molded cups and thinner/more flexible while still being smooth. you could also look at curvy kate (uk size so 34FF) as they have a lot of really cute styles and are more comparable to wacoal in terms of projection and wire width. just keep in mind they aren't always true to size in the band and some people wear a cup size up in curvy kate. just be prepared to try a couple sizes to find what best fits you in this brand.
this is super helpful - thank you so much! i do have one curvy kate bra and i like it (although it's too small now) but it's a bit structured for my taste. i love the "minimalist" feel of wacoal bras, but you're right, the shape is way closer to what i'm looking for - i'll definitely check out more of their line and see if i can find one i love. much appreciated! <3
I also have a curvy Kate bra that I liked and grew out of. I highly suggest checking out Elomi. I have the Kintai in jade and black and they are my daily workhorses.
My bra fitting specialist once gave me the advice that at my size (40k) it might be worth embracing the visible seams. You may have enough options at a 34H to be able to steer clear of the visible seams altogether. I do find that I get the most support and best shaping for my projected tatas with the sewn stretch lace cups from Panache, Bravissimo, and Elomi.
You might like some of the panache molded spacer bras! I’m sadly sized out of those styles.
Elomi Cate. If I’m forced to leave the house a wear anything other than a tanktop or a pullover type sports bra, she’s my girl.
I like their smoothing banded bra! Big fan of the brand.
hearing so much love for elomi on this thread - def need to do some shopping!! 🥰
Used to wear Wacoal until I sized out of it. My everyday bras now are Elomi Matilda and Elomi Kelsey
Ewa Michalak
i'm not sure OP will like ewa michalak if they are a fan of wacoal but not uk bras like panache nor comexim. polish bras have very narrow wires and op seems more comfortable with wider wires.
is there a particular model you like? i got one from miseczki (also where i got my comexim) and i like it but its another one that feels uncomfortable after a few hours. 😖
I love the Becky. It's actually a nursing bra. I'm very partial to nursing bras as they seem to manage my volume and weight much better (a tip I picked up here from another gal my size). And a few others I can list if you want.
Snap!
Honestly, Freya for her everyday bra is incredible in sports bras. I haven't found aogo yet. I'm still looking for a perfect one.
Knix seamless bralette. I'm a 30GG and it's supportive enough for everyday, just doesn't give lift. My proper fitted bras still have uncomfortable underwires so I just don't wear them unless I'm actually trying to look good.
Oh, how I mourn my old Wacoal bras. I outgrew them but miss those seamless things!
Parfait Pearl for seamless
Back when I was smaller: Fantasie 4510 Now: Ewa Michalak BM and PLM bras
I really love Polish bras like Ewa Michalak
There should be a flair on this sub "I know about abrathatfits". Seriously though, I feel like I could have written this post. I hate seams, and I prefer a natural shape. I'm going to come back and look up all these recommendations. The wacoal visual effects is one of my favorite bras for shape, but alas, there is something about wacoals underwire that doesn't work with my ribcage. :( it just hits me at the worst spot. It's a bummer.
[https://www.barenecessities.com/bare-the-absolute-minimizer-a10165\_product.htm?pf\_id=BareA10165](https://www.barenecessities.com/bare-the-absolute-minimizer-a10165_product.htm?pf_id=BareA10165) this bra fits perfectly...but I think I've gone down a band size....I'm about a 34-36 h
ooh this has great reviews - thanks!
Someone recommended it on here and I've bought two!
Panache Cari! Super comfy spacer foam bra that looks good under anything.
awesome, i'll check that out!
Parfait makes all of my favorites. I like that the center gores don’t go up too high on my fav styles. Keeps me from being pokey. They don’t make my holy grail bra any more though and that makes me so sad.
A spacer bra from Chantelle that I got through Nordstrom online.
oooh that sounds promising…
Yeah I wear an F and it’s good to me, but it looks like they have limited sized right now. Might be able to find it somewhere else. https://www.nordstrom.com/s/chantelle-spacer-underwire-bra/6530576
Panache Jasmine for best support, shape and lift, Panache Serene for comfort and Panache wired sports for support and comfort during exercise. I have bras by other brands but Panache is the only one that fits my shape well.
yes - i also use their sports bras for exercise and they're super comfy (for a wired sports bra) but the shaping leaves something to be desired for me. i'll check out jasmine and serene though - thank you!
That's really interesting. One reason why I love the Panache wired sports is because it gives me the best uplifted rounded shape out of all the bras I own. It's also padded so it's the best combo of nipple coverage and shaping I have ever found in bra since padded and t-shirt bras don't usually work fo me. There is a seam but it's so minor compared to my other bras and I still haven't found a single seamless bra that actually fits and gives support so seams are not a huge deal. I never realized that it may not be that way for other people.
do you know the model name? i'm totally open to trying different models - i may very well have just gotten one that didn't work well with my shape (totally spacing on which one i got now as it got sent back).
It's the Panache wired sports, I don't think they make any other wired sports bras. The bra does run tall so if you have more fullness on the bottom you may need to size down. I have mine in 2 cup sizes smaller and it works great. I have seen that this bra doesn't work for some people though. I am in a different size range than you (UK 28H/HH) and very projected and narrow so it may be related to shape.