Curvy Kate Women's Tease Balconette Bra

I will likely update this review after I've had the bra a bit longer, but here are my initial thoughts. I've recently discovered that I seem to be a 36FF (UK sizes) rather than 36DDD or 36E. I will primarily be comparing this bra to Panache Women's Olivia Underwired Balconnet Bra as that is currently the only other properly-sized bra I have for comparison.Structure:---This is a demi (whereas the Panache Olivia is more of a full-cup). I think I actually prefer demis in most cases. (+)---The armpit sides of the underwires do not go as far towards my back as the Panache Olivia. I like this. I have a narrow ribcage with very large breasts that don't have a lot of separation between them, so underwires tend to be almost halfway to my back (or more) in appropriately-sized cups. (+)---The Tease Balconette is padded (very light foam only), which ordinarily I wouldn't have gone for because I don't like how the upper edge of the cup tends to become visible in padded bras. This does have a slight effect under clothing, particularly if you don't fully fill out the top of the cups. (-)---The central gore does not lie quite as flat against my sternum as the Panache Olivia, perhaps because it is a demi. (-)---Like the Panache Olivia, the straps seem to be slightly wider-set than would be perfect on my frame. (-)---My nipples seem to align with the centermost vertical seams of the cups. I don't think this is what is intended but could be related to improper fit. Because the seams go all the way through the bra (i.e. including the foam), this tends to give me a pointier shape than I would have preferred. (-)Features:---The back and sides of this bra do a GREAT job of controlling fat where the fabric covers you. (You may get some muffin top above or below the bra itself.) I was actually pretty impressed. (+)---The bra itself is pretty/sexy. I didn't find it to be quite as sexy-feeling as the Curvy Kate Ritzy, which I am still trying to get in my correct size. (+)---The bra provides nice cleavage. (+)---The edges of the band tend to "bite" into the skin (particularly if you slouch) in painful ways because they do not have a soft edge. I found the Panache Olivia to not have this effect, but it did have other drawbacks. (-)---The fabric (particularly the foam part of the cups) does not breathe at all. If you're in, say, Texas or Florida or other hot and/or humid places, this may be something to consider. (-)I'm not sure yet whether I'll be keeping it. I'm leaning towards returning, but other people may have better luck.

I was really surprised at how well this bra fit, as I have an EXTREMELY hard time finding bras that fit well and ordering online is typically even more of a bust (no pun intended)... but this bra fits perfectly! Now it does feel a little snug under my girls so it's not super duper comfortable, but comfortable enough when you want to wear the "cute bras". It's better as a winter bra or under thicker clothing, or a robe ;o) as it does have a lot of detail that will show through a t-shirt or blouse, but I have to say that the padding and material are as comfortable as a lacy, balconette with underwire can be, and it looks on me just as it does on the model - breasts sit nicely in their mid-level position, not too high, not too low, with no spillage and no side bulge. And the straps are not at all uncomfortable and leave no indentation in my shoulder area - which is also somewhat unusual for me as I wear a 36DDD typically, sometimes a 38DDD depending upon the style & manufacturer. I will say however, that I ordered a few of these types of bras in all different sizes to see what worked best - this one I ordered in a 38F - and it fits to the T. Couldn't be more pleased. A great find!

Oh, Curvy Kate Tease Me bra, how I love thee! I absolutely ADORE this bra, so color me happy when I discovered it this awesome thing on Amazon for such a great price. It is made so well, very high quality, and is and has always been my favorite bra for years. It fits perfectly! I'm an exact 30GG (UK) and my full-on-top breasts look amazing in this bra and it is 100% true to fit. It lifts and separates better than any bra I've worn and the gore lies perfectly flat against my chest. What is so amazing about this bra is how comfortable it is. Just glancing at it with all its beautiful lace and bows, the word "comfort" is probably the last word you would think to describe it. Comfortable, it is though! I know I'm not the only one who feels this way either. I own 5 of these baby boys (or should I say girls....lol) and it's my everyday go-to bra when I'm not wearing white tops, because it feels great and makes my books look awesome! The band is very stretchy and the straps are the perfect width, especially for busty girls like me. The first Tease Me bra, I purchased because it looked gorgeous and so sexy! After I wore it for a few days, I went back online and purchased 3 more! That was several years ago. I was so sad when it became discontinued after that, so you can imagine my elation when I discovered they had not only brought back the Tease Me line, but that I could buy it here from this seller for a great price! And as you can guess, this bra fits and looks amazingly well! You better believe I'll be purchasing more on here when the time comes that I need another (SOON! lol). Highly recommend this seller and the bra! Quality, comfortable AND sexy! 3 words you would never think would all go together to describe a bra, but it's true! By the way, the Tease Me undies are gorgeous too!

First off, I went against other reviewers & bought this bra in my actual size "(32 HH)", so it fits a tad bit small, but it's not a problem because it gives me cleavage for days. Second, the lining of the bra is soft & comfy. Third, this bra is sexy, beautiful, & best of all, comfortable. I'm used to hideous, very plain looking, minimizing bras that are unforgiving & only made to shame you for having big boobs. They flatten me out & make me look saggy, frumpy, & old. Curvy Kate bras do the total opposite. They make sure not to hide your assets in an ugly, unflattering, bra. These bras fit very well & are very beautiful at a fair price. Gorgeous bra, excellent price, super fast shipping.

Comfortable cups, but a little loose on the top but a very comfortable fit all round. Wish Curvy Kate would publish their sizing chart to enable accurate ordering. Not quite up to what I expected from Curvy Kate but it's not bad. Won't order a smaller cup as the wires wouldn't fit, feels like I am inbetween sizes!

Curvy Kate Women's Tease Balcony Everyday Bra, Black (Black/Blush), 38F Lovely, comfy and easy to wear. So hard to find pretty bras in larger sizes but Curvy Kate is great at changing that. Curvy Kate Women's Tease Balcony Everyday Bra, Black (Black/Blush), 38F

My wife is a double G and this bra is padded ! It was also too tight around the chest. While it does look nice my wife described this bra as an "instrument of torture". Don't think I'll be buying any more.

Way too big, had to send it back. It seems that the sizes of soft cup and padded cup bras from Curvy Kate do not match - the padded ones are much bigger!Very pretty bra, though, shame it doesn't fit.

Very pretty and very comfortable, I loved the colour, I bought one like this last year, it was the red one, I couldn't wait for this one to come available, it fits like a glove and looks really nice, I'm looking forward to the next colour :-)

I honestly loved that bra, but it's lost in drawers somewhere,

Cute little piece but please size down a cup size or so when buying this. The cups are extremely large

FABULOUS- WORE IT TO DEATH, UNFORTUNATELY. LOVELY SILKY FEEL- WILL BE HUNTING OUT MORE OF THIS MAKE,

Fantastic shape, my favourite bra. The ruffles do show a bit under a t-shirt but I really don't care when it's so comfortable and flattering.

This bra was a terrible fit on me. It might fit better on larger ladies, tho I doubt it. The bra just seemed a bit too flimsy without much support, which is a pity as I love the style of this bra on the model.

Great fit. Great clour. Very comfortable. Be careful though this is a very sexy looking bra.

So comfortable to wear

A pretty bra with good all round support and it is very comfortable to wear. I also love the colour.

Got it for a friend, she has big boobs and trouble finding any bras pretty bras for her size, she fell in love when I ordered her a couple of these

Very disappointed with sizing bought two bra's as a present for my wife didnt fit,cups seemed poorly made, dont think I'll be shopping with Curvy katie again...