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Rigby & Peller or Bravissimo?

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ggirl · 20/08/2011 09:49

Anyone tried both and have an opinion?
Am large of cup and need new bra , pretty sure I am already wearing right size btw.

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moragbellingham · 20/08/2011 10:08

That would depend on your budget I think.
Don't R&P tend to stock bras which are more expensive than Bravissimo offerings i.e. £40-60 minimum

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ggirl · 20/08/2011 12:42

yes, but am willing to pay for one decent fabulous bra IF it's worth it
usually only spend £25-30

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Truffkin · 20/08/2011 12:49

I would say if you normally get your bras from Bravissimo and are happy with them, then a fitting and more expensive bra from R&P would be a lovely treat. I tend to get my day to day wear bras from Bravissimo and have used R&P for special occasions or when I'm feeling a bit flush. If you can afford to book in for their made to measure service, that is an experience that is well worth it.

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ggirl · 20/08/2011 13:05

Thanks truffkin, that's what I was wondering. So you can't just walk in and get fitted?
What happens if you do just turn up , is it just like any other shop and you try on yourself?

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MrsRobertDuvall · 20/08/2011 13:07

I have only been to R and P and it was wonderful.
How they just look at you and magically bring you the right bra.
I buy tshirt bras for £40 but also a couple of lacy jobs which were more

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mychildrenarebarmy · 20/08/2011 13:26

Definitely go with R + P if you want to get yourself one lovely, really well fitting set. I had vouchers for there a few years ago and bought one set. It was the most comfortable bra I have ever owned (36FF). I did have to book a time for fitting but was able to book it for that same day. I would love to use their made to measure service some time. The idea of having a bra made just for my strange shaped boobs sounds wonderful. If I am ever rich I will be doing that!

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Earlybird · 20/08/2011 14:14

Do you need an appointment at R&P to be fitted and advised?

I've only been in once, and it was a huge disappointment. Granted, it was during their sale and it was quite busy. I had to queue a good while for a dressing room (about 45 minutes), and was given very little advice/help - not the brilliant service I'd always heard about.

I left with one bra which fell apart (lacy 'sides' came away from the elastic) the second time it was washed. When I went back to complain, was told it was because I had put it in the machine (on delicate in a lingerie bag), when it should have been hand-washed only.

So - long way of saying - R&P was not great for me, though many rave.