Bored of lame bra reviews? Good news, this is not one more of them.
First I'm a Cross Dresser. Yep. Close to 40+ years in the process.Then I managed to grow my own breasts. No surgery. Just love, fit for the task bras, massages and soy milk.
Last but not least I have a pretty good idea on structural engineering, precisely what bras are actually all about. Or should be because what I see on display today is mostly a proof of ignorance, hence this major rant.
Altogether an interesting combined opportunity to redefine breast emancipation and how it relates to my journey in Boobland.
Every now and then I'll go bra shopping. Even the best wear out and yes, I need them for support on a daily basis. No jokes. Depends on brands, I'm in the upper "D" portion of the alphabet. Right.
A man with boobs many women could envy. That's why I invite them to keep reading, there's light in their "A-" size tunnel as well.
Mass bra industry is at an all time low and seeks ways to sink even further.
Locally available otherwise excellent models from Triumph, Naturana, Miss Mary, Playtex and so on turn into a scarce commodity as corporates phase-out what's good to wear for what's cheap to produce.
A man with boobs many women could envy. That's why I invite them to keep reading, there's light in their "A-" size tunnel as well.
Mass bra industry is at an all time low and seeks ways to sink even further.
Locally available otherwise excellent models from Triumph, Naturana, Miss Mary, Playtex and so on turn into a scarce commodity as corporates phase-out what's good to wear for what's cheap to produce.
Brands that deal with "big girls" are most likely to preserve the necessary structural engineering know-how in their product line. Sounds like a plan? Let's go for it !
Bra search radar at peak power and long range mode. There might be survivals somewhere out there between tsunamis of "one size fits most" bralettes and lowest bidder T-shirt craptacular contraptions.
There were false positives on what could be pretty good items with however a horrendous negative communication bias towards the CD/TG community.
No, they don't care to advise males, even males with genuine bigger than the average EU enforced standard for woman busts.
Whatever, good riddance, new horizons ahead.
The radar locks on an unknown so far to me target. An elegant attractive display of structural engineering and that delicious retro look of times when bras meant serious quality and comfortable support.
Superbly engineered, a marvel of structural mechanics,
the Famous ELILA 1303 breast emancipation bra.
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An actual product, regular catalog item. How awesome ! Any chance to jump in my car and get one? Sure. Provided my car can cross an ocean and find a parking spot in New York City. Ouch !
Would they care of our CD/TG sisterhood ? Hey, that's so awesome, yes, sure indeed !
But why would CD/TG's opt for a line dedicated to heavier breasts ? Bra engineering ! Oh sure, they consider bra engineering an essential part of their products ! Sounds more than just a plan. The plan !
An advice ? Yes please, go ahead just ask ! The model 1303 is spot on right for what you girls need, it also comes in a very convenient sizing array. All, 36-52 | C-K. Yay ! And cute colors. And it's awesomely feminine !
Unboxing and first perceptions.
Aiming to reflect reality, all pictures taken on a bra that has been worn several days and a nights.So here I am. About to don a stupendous "D" cup structural engineering bliss after a very serious measurements and picture guided session.
The first contact sets the score high, very high. Wow ! That thing is robust, lots of high quality material, tight sturdy stitching. Monumental reminder of the inherent classy sophistication of womanhood secrets.
A complete departure from itsy-bitsy light gauge girls-band attire.
The kind of feelings perceived when unboxing a professional tool. A professional bra ? Sweet ! Might as well put this in my dictionary.
Elila 1303, majestic as from the start ! |
Perfect down to the smallest detail, "3 panel type", lined with a thin smooth very sensual to the touch tightly knit strong material. Hard to see, that's how it's well integrated.
Precision is amazing. From what I know of bra industry, this model cups require sub-millimeter accuracy cuts and stitches.
Cups are assembled with sub-millimeter precision ! |
Straps are wide, soft and non-elastic.
Engineered bras concentrate all elasticity in the back !
No more bumpy rides.
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Quite a complex weaving process that surrounds a highly tensile resistant kernel with soft smooth lining. Not even a 200 pounds gorilla could tear such strap in two or even stretch it just a bit.
Overkill ? Nope. Just another lost secret.
Elastic straps will dig and cause irritation because they're, well, elastic and stretchy. When force is applied they will extend and change shape instead of remaining flat and preserve an uniform distribution of forces. Their center will dig and as they extend and compress, abrade the skin.
Why was this valuable knowledge lost and modern bras are exclusively fitted with elastic straps?
Vintage Berlei stretch straps. |
Then shapes changed and straps elasticity became a cost reduction factor for modern bras without a purposely designed high-precision "chassis". The fashion trend was set.
Those side-panels mean business. No material spared in their construction. Clever, simple and elegant application of losange force distribution that takes full advantage of rigid straps and front portion.
Elila 1303, 5.5 inches deep side panel !
Essential forwards momentum anchor for
better uplift of cups.
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The only real hardware are two very well pocketed flat spring bones, one on each side panel.
All is achieved by strategically positioned stitches and panels, an amazing piece of structural engineering indeed.
Cups are drop dead gorgeous. The lace makes me shiver. Yes, sheer thin lace, doubled with the finest almost non-perceptible nylon knit on the inside, expressive and dramatically feminine on the outside.
That structural amazingly strong and utterly fine lace. The kind of lace unaccounted for on modern lingerie, the lace that gives even the finest silk a run for it's money.
Engineering and plenty of gorgeous lace ! |
Even more. It's fine layers gently slide on each other. Imperceptible movements that induce equally Imperceptible vibrations as fibers ride one on each other result in a "presence", intuitively highly sought after wellness of wearing it right over the 800 or so nerve terminations in each breast.
Then the "sling". A reinforced part contouring the cups from inside that anchors upwards directly on the straps.
Made of foam with delicate ultra fine nylon lining, this feature provides a purely upwards lifting force.
A very important detail indeed that decreases the weight cups would otherwise have to cope with.
Result, enhanced uplift without inwards compression.
This element is often present in good drop-cup nursing bras where it provides almost all necessary lift even when cups are open.
A shelve bra in a bra.
Putting it on.
Firm support here, robust chest band. The kind of construction that works when tightly anchored around the torso. High quality hook & eyes. Helping hand appreciated.
The main trick is to prepare the bra for the ride. As simple as warming it up to body temperature. Elastic materials are less brittle when warm and will not catastrophically overstretch in the process.
This is a solid bra. It has limited stretch. Over-sizing the band would be a bad idea since it'll void the firm anchoring and collapse the entire purpose of this engineered design. It has to be tight. That is, tight.
So here I am, with the bra loosely hanging from my shoulders under my peignoir. A few minutes after it feels already softer.
Genetic men are less agile in their back, so I opt for the band first - straps after method.
Rising the straps proves a bit challenging at first. Yep, we have lost the habit of sturdy firm foundations. However it works, important is to keep arms close to the body in the process and not fight against the bra.
As with aircraft, most catastrophic bra failures are related to take-off / landing. That is putting it on and taking it off.
A good but long forgotten trick is to release the straps before putting the bra and tighten them once all is in place. Then, proceed in the reverse order, release the straps and disrobe.
This avoids extensive and potentially catastrophic efforts when rising/lowering the straps.
Just another perfectly good reason to opt for front straps adjustment buckles.
It's made to go there and it will go, with a little convincing, almost by itself.
Pulling down, boobing-scooping, adding more tension to the straps, front adjustment buckles rock !
Men have their bustline naturally higher than women and having the adjustment hardware on the front is an appreciable feature.
All in place. Not a speedy process, this is a massive structured bra, take time, give it some attention and you'll be rewarded 1000x times.
Bras need time to "run-in" like machinery. It has been always flat, spent months neatly packed in a bag. Material must achieve the indented shape, stretch a bit here, sinter there.
Best practice is to wait a couple of hours before the final adjustment. And...
Photography is the poorest of my departments. Neither am I a professional model. Nevertheless I couldn't resist to share my enthusiasm.
Inside, a genuinely different world. |
Yes, a gentle hugging. Lifting arms, turning left, right. Does not budge.
Something very unusual occurs in the cups. Although well full they feel endless deep and literally aspire all breast tissues. Nipples well sensitive and alive, areolas at ease, zero jamming.
Those who wear only T-shirt compressive bras would never know how rewardingly feminine it feels.
From the outside it looks like a torpedo and from inside it feels like a bullet bra.
Amazing.
All is compelled in the cups, nothing flows back under the armpits. Awesome !
And that's all ? Nope. The best is yet to come.
About two hours in the process I felt that unmistakable sensation at the base and lower portion of my breasts.
Then the cups start work their magic breast emancipation. |
You read right. Proper bras favor breast growth. A bit of patience, how this happens is described further down.
Followed shortly by the deep gentle warmth when additional blood starts to flow in the now forwards guided free to augment breast tissues.
Far from unique first impression, this overwhelming cascade of well being resumes each time I get to wear it.
Yay, my "girls" feel so good that they might as well grow even further ? Not that is has not happened before however by all signs I taught that I've reached my limits years ago in the "D" / "E" portion of the alphabet.
From D to E in 2 days !
Breast emancipation, anyone ?
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Once dry & perfumed I had to clear the doubts.
Effectively, the side panels came a bit more curvier than they used to be. Boobage-scoopage didn't work that good. What if ? Wait about, time to fire-up the "E" cup gorgeous black terribly attractive marvel.
My girls found their way in straight-forwards and my wife who assisted with the adjustments declared that this was quite a display indeed. Oh girl, so awesome !
Logically the break-in period of the "E" cup version actually happened in the bedroom. Where it was positively asserted that the lace cups are no obstacle to a wide variety of rewarding sensations.
Yes, that delicious black lace. Take my words, it serves more than one purpose. Still shivering.
Daily use.
What to expect from an engineered bra on steroids ? I can hear the anti-bras crowd yell that it is demanding to wear, restrictive, pinchy-itchy, claustrophobic, corny, choking, a dictated by men slavery.
Let them yell and chant all their might. None of this happens in reality.
The 1303, due to it's wide panels and exemplary straps feels way more comfortable than even those sleep-in bustier - shapeless - bralettes.
Very comforting hugging effect, assertive presence, stays in place and gives tops and blouses a good run for their money.
A highly addictive bra for any circumstances. |
Not one of those feather like claimed "set it and forget it" thingies. It's presence is permanent and can not be ignored.
To the extend that once disrobed it's benefits are immediately dearly missed.
A very addictive collaboration that positively impacts figure and soul. Yes. Addictive.
Bending down or reaching the top shelf are no problem, no wardrobe dysfunction.
Idem when driving, inclusive the dreaded twist for better visibility in reverse parking maneuvers.
Pushing things to extreme might displace the structure by a fraction of an inch. Good news, in most cases it will quickly go back in place when normal posture is resumed or require a small amount of boobage-scoopage.
A more discrete "I wash my hands" movement while slightly bending is often all it takes to set things where they belong.
The massive materials promote good posture and provide a comforting straightening of sloppy shoulders. A bonus relaxing feature when working at a desk / keyboard. All straight, all forwards, no back pain to remind the hours.
Pull back those shoulders girl, there's quite some to show !
Assertively feminine ! |
Cups are high and beautiful. A situation best suited for moderate decollete depths where occasional flashing of superb lace adds to the charm.
A seriously feminine bra that takes glamour to new levels.
Enchanting pleasure to wear that does not fade in time. To the opposite indeed. It becomes addictive.
The sling upward action is a delicious sensation of lightness and a the same time pure feminine exhaustive volume pride. Well presented assets can do a lot for a girl and this bra has what it takes.
Even better when one actually feels it happen at every moment.
Superior feminine sophistication. |
Good underwear will enhance even plain modest dresses ! |
Slips promote dresses to freely slide and accommodate the flattering bustlne at best. Another long lost secret of elegance indeed. Good bras become even better with slips. Worth trying !
A deliciously assertive bustline that even baggy thick shirts can't overcome.
However caution with very tight shirts. This is a soft cup projection enhancing bra design.
Compressive T'Shirts and form modeler tops are not the real deal.
Too tight they hinder the effects and result in a rather uncomfortable feeling of under-achievement and flattened, jammed bustline.
Compressive T'Shirts and form modeler tops are not the real deal.
Very tight shaper tops kill the effect. |
Don't wait, let this bra work for you while in age for dramatic heels, pencil skirts and airy sheer blouses.
Am I overly enthusiastic ? Well... Objectively speaking, no. After all I have worn different bras for decades.
Which is why I am so affirmative that this one is very different. Get well sized, put it at work and see by yourself.
Conclusions
The advantage of writing a report on a good product is that it spares typing in the conclusions chapter. Here we go.
PROS:
- A superbly engineered elegant and crafted structural bra
- Enhances breast emancipation, aspires all in the cups, zero "jamming"
- Time-capsule of when bras were designed for comfort and quality of life an not solely for minimal production costs
- Awesomely sexy
- Gorgeous to be in, addictive quality item
- Suitable for CD/TG sizing chart, cute colors
- Incredibly comfortable to wear while providing firm support and assertive breast guidance
- Stays put, straps never slide no matter what
- The highest "bra factor" to this day
CONS:
- Easier to adjust "roller" or "lever" bra strap buckles would be a welcome improvement
Putting it all together: Breast enlargement with specific bras is possible !
Long ago, when the Caravelle was in revenue service and interweb just a concept, I took a biz-trip to Paris. However this time a life changing experience ensued.Yes Honeys, remember, I'm a crossdresser, a female soul trapped in a male body. Quite a situation indeed.
And I always wanted dearly to have breasts to call my own. No forms or falsies, just genuine soft sensitive girls to fill the plastron of my dresses and be "Me". With a capital "M".
By experience I already knew that some bra patterns worked better for the purpose. And deeply desired to depart from "A cup land", escalate the alphabet. How ? Surgery ?
Nope. My own, genuine boobs, experience the "tit fairy" visit without undergoing the awful screening process for TG medical help back then.
Mont-Martre was once the lingerie capital of Europe... |
Breaking the ice was a laborious process in those exclusively ladies premises. Somehow it happened.
Finally a peppy elderly "has seen it all" fitter disclosed with passion the secrets of breast emancipation.
High-end French pointy
breast emancipation bra.
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All elastic elements located at the back.
Young ladies had them further adjusted to enhance the firmness of the bra structure (chassis !) and create a very accentuated "tight band loose cups" fit.
Which helps the formation of the under bust "bend" (or break) and guides healthy forming tissues in unobstructed forwards projection.
She continued to intuitively handle in plain language structural engineering concepts such as "line of force", "structural reinforcement", "concentration of forces".
Her words revealed the secret reasons for stitches here and there on several models I have never seen before.
Stockings "anchor" girdles
and massively contribute to
resulting shape.
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A treasure chest of fascinating knowledge, kept in secret patterns on yellowing papers, neatly written in scrapbooks tables, lots of annotations. An unexpected world of engineering.
Foundation garments design exposed to be more than a seamstress cook-book.
I was fascinated and this is how my journey up the cup alphabet begun.
With a suitcase stuffed of carefully planned and neatly clad wonders and the knowledge of the confidential world of "ladies' secrets".
Here I am. Years of soy milk and structured bras wearing later.
I love my "girls", grown with specific bras and soy milk.
Ladies, what are you waiting for ?
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My lovely sweet warm fully functional life changing breasts.
Contemplating the intellectual depletion of today's lingerie shops. Full with bras that all look the same, feel the same and fitters just competent enough to attempt color-matching.
Lingerie stores: Terminal intellectual depletion. |
Which is why the discovery of a brand that still offers engineered structural bras triggered this review.
The "tool" we, CD/TG long for exists. Further down the line I suspect that Elila might offer other suitable models as it's products have in common those features that make the difference.
So how to start ?
Warning: Whatever follows can lead to permanent body changes.
Measure yourself tight. The tighter the better. Ask a fitter for assistance.
Procure a suitable bra, the Eila 1303 has all it takes. It should be tight, I mean tight on the chest-band and offer ample, even empty for now, cup space.
This model starts with a "C" cup. Don't worry if this might be more than what you have now. Things are bound to change.
Ready for your badge young lady ? |
After a few hours, tighten the straps, bend down and scoop all you can in the cups.
Frequent scooping matters. Check for tight chest-band. Don't hesitate to try a different size in case of doubts. Tightness plays a big role.
Fenugreek tea might help.
Once correctly sized, procure a fair stock, at least 4 bras for proper rotation. Wearing a bra more than 24 hours on a row will damage it.
Yes, you'll spend as much time as you can in that bra. Rotation and gentle wash are cardinal for maintaining a lasting serviceable bra fleet.
Breast massage and nipple stimulation are of cardinal importance. Men have mothballed hormone production plants. Frequent convincing breast manipulation will bring them to a functional state.
Nipples are best served when gently repetitively pulled outwards. Like 200 times in a row. Each !
Areolas should be circled with a finger and sufficient pressure. Be ready, they also require 200 circles each.
Time to serve the breasts. Left hand gropes the right breast, fingers deeply under the armpits. Exert quite a firm grip and slide your hand to the right in an attempt to flush as much of breast tissue to the right and upwards.
Proceed in a symmetrical way with the right hand and left breast.
Once again, 200 times, each !
Another method, quite more of a workout, both breasts at the same time.
Right hand close to the body gropes right breast, palm of the hand in the armpit. Idem for the left.
Start to push both breasts close together and slightly upwards. More physically demanding, saves time and a very convincing run to your girls.
Whatever the technique, love them, close your eyes, concentrate on how awesome big they are.
Desire them, welcome them, envision how they look and feel. Visualize your bustline.
Yep. Self-induction matters. Learn how to dream them. Be open to their perceptions and reactions. Invite them in your life.
You will feel a warm rewarding sensation as blood rushes to occupy the massaged areas.
Quickly don your bra before a cold draft ruins the effect. Breasts are very sensible to cold.
Scoop all you can in the cups, tighten the straps and enjoy the magic feelings.
Quite a commitment indeed, used for breast emancipation bras have to be worn almost full time. Sleeping in them after a serious massage session inclusive.
Hormonal concentration peaks towards the morning. Have all ready, the shower is a cozy warm place for your morning massage. Then, as soon as dry and perfumed, while still warm, don your bra.
Perfumed. Right.
A mystery I never solved, breasts love fragrances. Choose with care. The one that makes you dream is the right.
Bras however don't like the contact with fragrances. They might even stain. The best trick is to apply the perfume and then immediately don a warm dry loose bathrobe. Skin will take a few minutes to process the fragrance and it's oils and be safe for bras.
Same for creams and body lotions. Good mild soap, proper rinsing is all they need. A healthy skin produces it's own protective chemistry.
Putting on a bra in a warm room is essential. Cold drastically reduces the blood flow. Growing breasts should be always kept warm and safe from chilling winds.
Persist. Giving up is not an option. Then one day, you'll just feel it's time to jump to the next cup letter as your fresh soft and lively girls ask for more room.
My experience is that permanent wear of tight panty-girdles hinders the production of testosterone.
Which is what I did and still do.
Sisters, Honeys, that's all I have for you today, and before I sign off, allow me to remind you that Fairies are no jokes, and that includes the "Tit Fairy". Love your girls and she'll visit you.
I love you, I love you all !
how long did it take you, the full 40 year?
ReplyDeleteAwful sorry for bing late..
DeleteMost of the fast growing took about 3 years and still goes on a slower pace.
Now I have a complete 1303 fleet and can feel the typical soft warmth and very light tingling I felt back then when it all happened. This bra has quite some magic in it.
Still on soy milk but lazier with the massage schedule and whenever circumstances allow for, strapped in the 1303. It's a wonderful bra on steroids albeit occasionally I need to go in stealth which cals for minimizers. F cups are not that easy to conceal...
These days I also wear the 1301 model as well, full review in a week or so ;)
I love you, I love you all !