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4.5
I've been buying front clasp bras, they're easier for me after a recent back injury. Most have been bad.This would be 5 stars if it were just a bit more lined. It's incredibly comfortable. You know how this is the garment we want to peel off the second we come home each day? Not this one. It was even great during a rough 40hour travel stint. Replicate this bra with cups that don't make me a human thermometer and I'll buy them all!For my figure, this is this is the most comfortable and flattering bra…these bras seem very well made, wash easily and have a good balance of support and stretch….This full figure model has more side coverage, wider more comfortable straps and a large front clasp…I have a number of the unlined plunge comfort bras, a pared down version of the full figure, because I NEEDED sargasso and chive…I adore those colors… but my poor old breasts are not quite as obedient in the milder version ;-(. So, Delimira…listen up!…now that I am apparently ‘collecting’ your bras, how about the full figure plunge in Sargasso Sea…or perhaps olive, saffron, taupe, grey??????I loved the style, but returned it because it was entirely to small even though I ordered a size up. Nicely made, but was made in China.The front of the bra was perfect. The clasp and the cup get and worked well for me. The sides however rolled up, so too small? I am going to merge the cups and clasp into a compression bra that has Velcro and eliminate the Velcro which irritates. So not perfect,, but the cups and clasp are so perfect, I’m keeping it.I loved this bra. Fit and was so comfortable. So i ordered 3 more. ordered the same size as the first. Not one of them fit like the first, way to small!!!! dont buy this bra!!!!I wish there was some light padding in the cups because it has an underwire, which I need, but it's not very flattering. I have to wear a tank over it because it's a very thin and light material. A fuller breast size may fill it out better. The best feature is the front closure and how it stretches easy. I have limited arm mobility and this bra is easy enough for me to put on myself without pain.I ordered this bra because I was looking for a front hook bra that would be comfy yet have enough support for my 36D breasts. The pumpkin color was very pretty, a soft heather color, not too orange. I liked the thin mesh-like fabric on the back although I wonder how it will hold up with regular wear and washings. I liked the racer back style since I have narrow shoulders and regular straps either dig in or fall off my shoulders. The cups were soft and stretchy, and although the underwire was full enough for my shape, there was little padding between the wire and my skin and it felt like the wires were digging in under my breasts. Another problem for me was that the cups were too small and I was popping out on top. I wanted so badly to like this bra and even considered keeping it anyway because it looked pretty on. The uncomfortable wire was a deal breaker for me. I did order other styles of Delimira front hook bras and had a little more success with comfort and sizing.As I approach the golden years, I've been blessed (burdened) with that all-too-common dense-breast-tissue issue (and the consequent blooming buxomness that makes me think, where were you when I would have cared?). So, I find the big girls more of a heavy nuisance than an asset.And I'm all about easy and comfortable. Therefore I love front closure bras. And to me, a comfortable bra by definition has straps that stay put, which is why I've used only racer-backs for as long as I can recall.Most recently, my choice has been front-closure Calvin Kleins, but they're aging and (arghhh!) I needed to (again!) move up a cup size (evident from clasps going sideways). I ordered a couple Calvins for good measure but also thought I'd try the Delmiras, noting all the devotees and the attractive price.Thanks for the tips, ladies! I ordered one band size up but ordered my new "normal" cup size (oh how I miss my B-cup days), and that works. Overall, I'm satisfied with the purchase. While not of superior quality or haut couture, the Delmiras seem to be an excellent value.On the more "iffy" side, they're far more translucent than the pictures let on (which is OK with me because I just need to keep the girls in check; we no longer do clingy). Also, I find I need to smooth out the cups a bit after putting it on, as if the cup depth was in the wrong spots for me. Should I ever need to wear formal attire again, I think I'll choose a higher quality, lightly padded bra instead (i.e., a Calvin). But for everyday wear, I'm good with the Delmira.I feel that the support is sufficient. The front closure clasp is of slight concern since it's plastic. Fortunately, though, it appears to be robust, thick plastic. I'll just take a bit of extra care putting on or taking off these bras. And certainly they'll travel through the delicate wash cycle, with clasps closed, in a small mesh bag.I was very impressed with this product and couldn't wait to try it on in my bedroom mirror. I loved the way it supported my breasts and reduced painful bouncing, which has been an issue with other bras. I also felt so sexy with this product, right up to the point where my wife walked in on me, wanting to know where her new bra was. We are seeing a counsellor, hense only 4*I was uncertain about ordering a bra online before as I've been disappointed with the fit in the past, even with a brand I wore regularly. I am happy to report that this bra is everything I'd hoped it would be. I love the racerback design, and while I've had front-clasp bras spring spontaneously open in the past if I was in a certain position, this is unlikely ever to happen with this bra based on the design of the clasp.I've found the fit to be really accurate, both in cup and band. The cup is completely soft, which is exactly what I wanted; I prefer a completely soft cup to any padding or moulding.Overall, I'm really pleased with this bra and am looking forward to investing in more colours.Exactly as described and a nice item but the sizing is a little small. The chest sizing is about an inch smaller than stated, but the cup size is correct.Bear in mind that there is only one hook fastening on the bra at the front fastener so there is no room for adjustment.Unfortunately if it’s too small it distorts the sides of the bra causing the mesh to become thin and rope like which hurts your rear underarm area. Shoulder straps are comfortable as soft and slightly wider and are adjustable. Just a little too small but I only found out after wearing it for the morning. It felt restrictive and had left marks on me.Never had a front fastening bra before but due to shoulder problem this solved the dressing problem. Racer back straps solve slipping off shoulders. Very comfortable when you get the right size. I found the rib cage sizing needed a size up as no room for adjustment like conventional bras but the cup size stays true. Gives a flattering shape, no busty cleavages. Lovely soft fabric, very pleased. Have ordered more as colour range is very good.I bought this bra to go under a particular dress and was disappointed as the bra flattens your chest as you wear it pulling your boobs under your arm pits. Made me look really top heavy and manly. As it made me look really wide. Sizing was good if thats what your going for.
