Showing posts with label miss mandalay. Show all posts
Showing posts with label miss mandalay. Show all posts

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Large cup lingerie for smaller backs is more accessible these days compared to only ten years ago.  Now it's pretty commonplace to find 30 back G cups in your local supermarket store and brands catering for the fuller busted have a much wider size scope.  This kind of availability - although it has much room for improvement with recognising the sub 28 demand and need for even larger cups - is fantastic for picking up essentials and pretty seasonals but sometimes you want something a little more luxurious and not so everyday, and you may actually want to support a British brand.  This is when your department store usually falls short.
Miss Mandalay is an independent British brand who've firmly established their mark in the fuller bust market since their arrival on the scene in 2005.  Their collections are both fashion forward and easy to wear thanks to the use of well structured fabrics and clever design which makes them so incredibly desirable.  Being a boutique brand specialising in beautiful design and fit lends to Miss Mandalay's indulgent persona, a refinement that puts the brand in a totally different class.

The 'Paris' collection has to be the most recognisable style of Miss Mandalay with new colourways launched every season.  This spring/summer sees the introduction of Cobalt Blue, a striking deep azure reminiscent of a perfect, tropical sea.  How appropriate for this time of year!  



Unsure which size to try, as I'd heard bands ran small in Miss Mandalay, I bought the Paris in a 30GG, as opposed to my usual 28H, which I must add I've not been most comfortably wearing.  Because of this, I was worried the 30GG would then be too small, but I instantly found the fit to be perfect - phew!




I am usually dubious of balcony styles as it all depends where the central gore sits on my ribcage, as too high or too wide gores can wreak havoc with my close set boobs.  The centre wires sit flush against my chest and it really is in the very best position.  The cups are ample deep and wide enough without the wires disappearing beneath my armpits, like some brands can.


Paris is a non padded style with two section cups fashioned in mesh, with the bottom section less sheer, and trimmed with a satin band along the edge of the cups.  The fit is very rounded and natural with no push up effect, which is a good choice for a simple, comfortable feeling as close to not wearing a bra as you can.

I know a lot of larger busted women like a wide strap on their bra, which in this case I wouldn't say Paris is for you, but I do want to say how amazing the straps do feel, despite their narrow width.  I find them excellent enough as there is no soreness or red marks on my shoulders.

This colour is stunning!  I've lost count how many times I've been disappointed by a bra's colour in reality compared to it's appearance online or in a catalogue.  Cobalt Blue really is a vibrant shade - the perfect colour pop to be wearing this summer.

Becky x

To see the Cobalt Blue Paris in 32C, check out Lingerie Lesbian's review here!

*This post was not sponsored or paid for in any way*

Friday, January 11, 2013

Many bras that I've had the pleasure of reviewing can now be found in various sales across the web.  Finding these elusive past season - and current season - collections can be a minefield and time confusing.  So, to make it nice and easy for you I've found some of the best places selling my reviewed bras, and some other bargains which I've not been able to get my hands on myself.


I reviewed Freya 'Ivy' Bra.
You can buy now from Leia Lingerie for £15.



I reviewed Alexis Smith 'Satin' Bra in white.  
You can buy direct from Alexis Smith and get the bra and brief set for a discounted £31.12.




I reviewed Panache 'Tango' Plunge Bra in white.  
You can buy Violet colourway from Figleaves for £15.




You can buy from Debenhams for £24.




I reviewed Cleo 'Marcie' Bra.  
You can buy from My Curves and Me for £13.95.



I reviewed Freya 'Gem' Bra.  
You can buy Blue colourway from Leia Lingerie for £14.




And some bargains I couldn't miss!


Bravissimo 'Broderie' Bra in White now for £13.50.



Miss Mandalay 'Paige' Bra in Lemon from Bravissimo now for £18.




Curvy Kate 'Thrill Me' in Jade from Brastop for £9.95




Once you've bagged yourself a fancy bargain, I'd love to hear about what you bought.

Becky x

Thursday, December 6, 2012

*I've had this post in the making for the past week but with one thing or another (mainly being nurse to my poorly guinea pig who is currently not well at all) it's been opened and saved, never to the point of publishing.  So here it is!*

With Christmas now just glistening on the horizon it's time to think about your own christmas wish list.  I'm all for surprise gifts on the big day but when it comes to lingerie, there's huge risk involved.  Your better half buying the wrong size can be offensive, embarrassing and a complete waste of time, so avoid the whole rigmarole and buy exactly the lingerie you love and the size that'll fit.

There are some especially desirable lingerie sets right now which are just waiting to slink into your Christmas stocking!  Here's what's on my wish list to Santa...(as long as he gets my size right!)

Fauve 'Emmanuelle' in Ink RRP £54 >

Masquerade 'Rosetti' in Scarlet RRP £40 >

Miss Mandalay 'Paris' in Black RRP £39 >

Freya "Deco Honey" in Iris RRP £32 >


Parfait 'Angelina' in Noir RRP £34 >



Bravissimo 'Satine' in Cobalt Blue RRP £29 >


Not related to lingerie at all but Christmas in a nutshell - The Snowman.  This year we'll see a brand new special return to this iconic classic called 'The Snowman and The Snowdog' which is the same age as me this year - 30 years old.  It's been a favourite of mine since I was little and got tons of Snowman paraphernalia, including my Snowman board game and an empty bubble bath bottle Snowman (minus his scarf and a dubiously darkened head) which I used to play in the bath with, both of which I still have.  :-)

Here's a teaser trailer for you.  I'm so excited!  


Becky x

Monday, March 5, 2012

I'm in a window shopping mood and finding some seriously fierce DD+ bras!  I seem to be in a constant state of bra ogling, lusting over spankingly beautiful pieces that not only look super fine but feel super comfy too.

That's the problem with needing a larger cupped bra, yes it's great an' all to be blessed with amazing 'bangers' as Gok like's to call them, but bigger boobed girls do have to consider functionality along with gorgeous appeal.  Unfortunately you can not gauge whether a bra will fit nicely until you actually try it on.


So, fittings aside, all for the pretties, here's my 5 Spring favourites for you to coo over with me:


Freya Ashlee Sorbet Moulded Plunge Bra
 28-38 B-GG £34.00 RRP


Figleaves Sophina Vintage Rose Full Cup Bra
32-38 D-G £30.00


Curvy Kate Angel, Bluebell White Balconette Bra
28-40 D-K £28.50


Miss Mandalay Paige, Coral Balconette Bra
28-38 D-GG £36.00


Cleo Lucy, Yellow Balconette Bra
28-28 D-J £25.00



What do you think of my Spring-like choices?

Do you like a pretty soft colour bra?  Or do you prefer your lingerie wardrobe to be dark and sensual?  Or just the basic white, black and nude?



Becky x





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