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I've found the best bikini in the world

41 replies

LadyMilfordHaven · 22/07/2013 20:00

And I own loads. It's this. The panache Isabel. m.figleaves.com/uk/product/pa-sw0762/isobel-underwired-balconnet-bikini-top/
Sorry. Mobile link

I like the shape of the bra. The width of the band. The skimp of the straps and the fold briefs are ace for sunbathing and would be great for c sections. I think it only comes in a black but I love it.

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LadyMilfordHaven · 22/07/2013 20:02

m.figleaves.com/uk/search/Isobel

Here's the whole range

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DespicableYou · 22/07/2013 20:13

Is the top a bikini or a bra?

LadyMilfordHaven · 22/07/2013 20:19

A bikini. Grr. Is the link wrong ? It's a panache Isobel

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InMyShreddies · 22/07/2013 21:36

I don't like it, it looks like a bra. I have tiny boobs and get that some people need more than a couple of triangles, but can't support be a bit sexier than that? Like an Ursula Andress job.

LadyMilfordHaven · 22/07/2013 22:06

Meh. It's ace on.

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QueenofWhispers · 23/07/2013 00:10

i like it!

YDdraigGoch · 23/07/2013 00:13

But flipping pricey though!!
I've got one that's almost exactly like that from Tesco - was £15 I think.

noddyholder · 23/07/2013 07:11

Too structured for the beach though. Someone has to invent something supportive yet not too push up looking. I think too uncomfortable for me as it looks stiff. Love that shape for bra.i like a bit of droop when I'm relaxing lol

noddyholder · 23/07/2013 07:18

Having said that debenhams has a floral Janet reger one that a friend has which is underwired nd it did look good on her and beachy. No god for me
as only really like black on me but good if you like colour and are busty

justabigdisco · 23/07/2013 07:25

I don't rate Debenhams on the whole but they've got some great bikinis for the larger-of-bust.

LadyMilfordHaven · 23/07/2013 07:40

It is expensive. I found it very comfy. I swim at the beach so that's to be born in mind

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primallass · 23/07/2013 07:49

No I like it, and would wear it for the beach. I need a structured top because I also need 'covering' bottoms, triangles would not work for me.

MrsCampbellBlack · 23/07/2013 07:53

It is very bra like. But I suspect I need the structure, on holiday last week with 2 cheapy primark bikinis and lordy, even a fast walk was painful.

I really want a bandeau style to avoid strap marks but everyone I've tried on was unflattering and uncomfortable.

noddyholder · 23/07/2013 07:55

Janet reger have a bandeau one with boned sides which looks quite supportive

noddyholder · 23/07/2013 07:55

I think price ok for what it does

SorrelForbes · 23/07/2013 08:00

It's a bit bra like for my tastes. I prefer a halter neck as I think they give a great shape and good lift for the larger of bust.

Debenhams do some lovely bikinis but I think they start at a 32 back which is no good for many women.

Hoola is my current favourite for swimwear but they are pricey.

noddyholder · 23/07/2013 08:09

I used to avoid halters but they do support without that pointed straight ahead look

noddyholder · 23/07/2013 08:10

Sorrel I love those

noddyholder · 23/07/2013 08:14

Ok have ordered will report back got ruched bottoms really like those as need a bit of help

SorrelForbes · 23/07/2013 08:44

noddyholder Did you order from Hoola? Which set?

noddyholder · 23/07/2013 10:12

I ordered the black bikini top and the bottoms with the ruched back not the big ones Smile

goodasitgets · 23/07/2013 11:54

I'd love a halter neck but they don't seem to exist in my size. I have a plain black panache one v similar to link and a black/white panache one

Sofiamum · 23/07/2013 16:37

I returned mine. Too much like a bra.

LadyMilfordHaven · 23/07/2013 16:52

Halter hurt me

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primallass · 23/07/2013 17:09

Halters look great but hurt my neck.