Carnival Two Part Lace Underwire Minimizer Bra 509 Reviews

This is the right bra. Fits good and is supportive, I would recommend it manuel from fort worth texas

• Height: Tall (5'9" and over)
• Age: 50's
• Posted: February, 2010

This is pretty and so soft; the cups are fully cut. Straps widely spaced. A great every-day bra. Auntie M from Scranton, NC

• Height: Petite (5'3" and under)
• Age: 50's
• Posted: February, 2010

Finally a pretty bra in a larger size that doesn't show with lower cut tops! After the second wearing I have to use the last hooks and it still rides up the back a little. I wish I had followed the others advice and ordered one size smaller. However, I still love this bra. Sam from Naples

• Height: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 40's
• Posted: January, 2010

Lovely bra, great fit, highly recommend. Heather from USA

• Height: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 30's
• Posted: December, 2009

Carnival Response: Dear Customers: Andra Group asked us to address why we offer B cups in this minimizer bra. There are a few important points that must be understood regarding B cups and minimizers.

The first point that is important to understand is that there is a difference between a B cup and a full figure B cup. Two women can be the same size but one could need a full figure cut bra versus a missy cut bra. This rule applies to B cups as well.

As far as the advantages of a minimizer for a B cup there are a few but the main one is support. Minimizers historically are known for giving women extra support (even B cups) because they are designed to press down on the breasts and distribute the extra flesh to the sides.

Another advantage to minimizers is to help a woman fit into a top or top of a dress that is cut flatter than her natural shape. This applies to B cups as well. We hope this explains why we have B cup sizing in this minimizer. Carnival from Linden, New Jersey

• Height: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 40's
• Posted: October, 2009

I like the bra very much, but would like it even better with a smooth fabric where the lace is inserted. I find that many lace bras create an uneven texture under lightweight clothing. This bra is so comfortable and such a great fit, however, that I will wear it under sweaters and heavier fabrics very happily! I will explore other Carnival styles based on the good fit. The delivery was timely and I was impressed with the packaging and "return" paperwork, should I require it. Nice doing business with you! Susan from New York

• Height: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 50's
• Posted: October, 2009

LOVE THIS BRA, OMG I LOOK SO SMALL. THE BAND IS A BIT BIG BUT IT WAS PROBABLY MY MISTAKE I SHOULD HAVE GOT THE 32B. amanda from spencer, ny usa

• Height: Petite (5'3" and under)
• Age: 20's
• Posted: October, 2009

For a 34B, at least, this is not a minimizer bra (and I'm beginning to think that a minimizer doesn't exist for 34B; I suppose I'm the only nut who occasionally wants to feel very small). I can't see how the construction lends itself to minimizing, even for larger cup sizes. Also, the seam dividing the lace and satin sections of the bra shows through tissue t-shirts. Otherwise it was reasonably comfortable, but I sent it back.

HerRoom Response: Almost all minimizing bras start at a C cup. A minimizer reduces the projection of your breasts by moving breast tissue more under your arms and up your chest. With a B cup, this would not be very noticeable. Elizabeth from Chicago

• Height: Petite (5'3" and under)
• Age: 40's
• Posted: October, 2009