Ewa Michalak bra sizing

[MyMeMy]

Following a recent bra intervention, I've just discovered the Ewa Michalak web site (thanks Statistically) - wow!

I'd really like to order a couple, but I'm confused by the sizing - I'm a 30DD/E in some brands and a 32DD in others, so what should I be ordering? I'm happy to order a couple of sizes and return them, can anyone advise please?

I think you should try the CH/CHPs, and if you are looking for an unpadded then the HM. The PL has relatively tall cups, and I think it will gape at the top and outside edge. It also has very narrow wires. The S and SM are slightly less tell and fractionally less narrow, but I reckon still too tall and narrow for you.

There is a possibility that even the CHP might be a bit narrow - I think you will probably need some serious scooping to make them work initially however I know of at least one wide rooted bra lover who adores them

I'm also going to contradict Bravissimo slightly, in that I don't think they should be ruling out Curvy Kate entirely, nor masquerade really. I don't think the unpadded CKs will work, but CK do some balconette/half cut type bras which I think might work as they are good for wide breasts. They are relatively shallow but I find that they suit a lot of people who like the Patsy. However, Bravissimo doesn't carry the full range. CK run loose in the band, you'll almost certainly want a 30 and probably a FF or even a G cup

carmen longline
ritzy
tease me
If these work, other discontinued ones which still float about are entice, thrill me and Fleurty.

I'm also not convinced Masquerade wouldn't work sometimes. I have tried a fair few Masquerade balconettes, and they were far too wide for me and sort of pushed my boobs apart. Which is why they might work for you (I'm narrow rooted, close set, borderline full on top/tall roots).

For example

angie
rhea
celene

Not saying any of these will definitely work, but I'm not sure these brands should be ruled out without trying IYSWIM?

Another Cleo which might be worth a shot is the Maddie - it runs small so you might need to size up, but it's a smooth balconette. And just to throw a spanner in re the Deco - do you know there is a Freya Deco Half cup? It only goes up to an F or FF, but might be worth a look.

Awesome. You have definitely given me a lot of food for thought. I'd better get shopping.

Order placed! And no Ewa's yet! Thought I'd try out these first as returns are easier

Cleo by Panache : Maddie Moulded Balcony T-shirt Bra
Size: 32F 30G 30FF

Curvy Kate : Ritzy Padded Balcony Bra
Size: 30F 32F 30G

Freya : Deco Underwired Moulded Half Cup Bra
Size: 32F

Panache : Envy Balconette Bra
Size: 32F

Thank yiu for your super comprehensive replies! You really do know boobs!

That's not a big order, it doesn't count unless it's in double digits and the credit card is crying

Let me know how you get on - it's always a lot of trial and error and sometimes what does and doesn't fit gives you a lot of useful info!

I would have ordered more but fig leaves had lots of bras out of stock in other sizes!!

Ok, they have arrived and have been tried on with a scoop and swoop!

Panache Envy- I need a 32FF
CK Maddie- I think I like it best in a 32FF but not sure if I get a tiny bit of overspill on my bigger boob although I think a 32G will be too tight
Deco HC- not great, again, overspill from my bigger boob and they don't go up any bigger
CK Ritzy- my favourite shape BUT, I am not sure if I need a 32FF rather than a 32G. The 30G is very tight, but it gives good shape. Do they stretch out easily? Will I end up with a saggy bra in a few months if I go up to a 32FF? And the lace is quite noticeable under clothes.

Now I am not sure what sizes to buy from EM. Should I try mostly 70 backs? Or some 75s? And what cups? Do they run bigger or smaller than CK?

I've not tried the Ritzy but other CKs have very stretchy soft bands. I'd maybe give it a longer try on (I never wear bras for an hour when I've ordered them online before deciding, not me, nooooo...)

The Cleo Maddie runs small, so might be worth trying the G. There are some tips of the better bra campaign website about managing asymmetry which might be worth having a look at actually - you might be able to just lengthen the strap on your larger breast

I think if you are going to try EM I'd probably look at a 32G in most styles, but maybe a 75 in their see through ones (SM and HM) as the fabrics really don't stretch much at all.

It sounds like you're probably a FF/G cup in most rather than an F/FF

Or are there other brands in the UK that I should try out first before going up into EM. Is the return postage a faff back to Poland?

So many decisions to make!

Returning to Poland is OK, just DON'T LOSE THE RECEIPT!!!

Another brand which might work is tutti rouge actually. I've not tried them personally as they're not my shape but I believe they run small and snug so probably 32G. The other one that springs to mind is the bravissimo branded half cups. There's also some other Panache options, like the Masquerade Angie, which could work.

I've ordered the Masquerades from My Curves and Me and if they aren't right, I am moving on to EMs. Another 8 ordered in total.

My boobs are revived again. Thanks for your style recommendations. I've kept
CK Juna 32G
Masquerade Rhea 32FF
Panache envy x2 (black and nude) 32
CK ritzy 30G
And I've got a panache jasmine 32f on the way too.

Thanks for the recommendation of my curves and me. I'd rather have a slightly wackier colour if ut means I save 70% off the cost of a bra that fits well.

Mycurvesandme are brilliant for bargains aren't they! So glad you found some that work for you.