Since Helena Christensen and I are both fans of Comfort-U Bras by Bali, I was hoping to talk more about them sooner rather than later! It looks like my Bali package is making its way to me slower than I had expected, but that's perfectly all right with me... sometimes anticipation is exactly what you need to appreciate clothes and/or lingerie, particularly well-made pieces when you're in a slump! Since the Bali team is trying to wing my package to me in Brazil, I thought I would let you know how initial reviews of clothing or labels can change.
As I mentioned before, I have been increasingly disappointed with the value I'm getting for the money I'm spending on lingerie. Pour Moi needs to release some more all-silk bras, because their t-shirt bras were a disappointment, and their push-up bra ran smaller than most and gave me quadriboob. I recently grabbed some shapewear from Plie, a Brazilian brand, and I couldn't keep it rolled up around my ribcage--it would start sneaking down to my waist within five minutes!
You start to appreciate your trusty pieces when everything else is literally shredding, snapping, and ripping. I brought about 150 pounds of clothes and accessories with me to last me seven months in Brazil, but that extra wear has opened my eyes about what's worth spending money on.
Since Bali contacted me, I fished through my sample bags and suitcases until I found their Comfort-U Back bra. It looks like it did the day it arrived in Miami in the spring, despite weekly wearing and regular washing in the washing machine (not on delicate), plus the occasional dryer treatment. The bra has a smooth hand and has retained its elasticity perfectly. Its trim is holding fast, and there are no points of wear on this bra.
Unsurprising to those who read my original review, this bra also happens to be comfortable as billed. The back is shaped to cover the occasional bulge, and it doesn't bind. This Bali bra won't create "quadriboob" because it has intuitively shaped cups that cut up just high enough to avoid overspill (but not high enough to look dowdy). This bra works in all climates, thanks to its double-lined, not padded, cups, and it is not just a "t-shirt bra." I'm going to dive back into my original review and change a few things: the Comfort-U hasn't failed me.
There are more reviews on Bali's Facebook page, too.
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Comments
I know all about lingerie that doesn’t fit. I’m so tired of panty hose that does nothing but roll down and bag around my ankles. There is nothing flattering about a crotch line that is at knee level. I find the Cacique bras are excellent and their cotton underwear fabulous. But what is a good panty in a microfiber that doesn’t crawl up my buttocks?
Hopefully I will have that answer for you soon. I did get some micro panties to try. Also, this is possibly TMI, but I will say it: this is why I usually wear thongs.