Rago Style 2202 - Long Line “Expandable Cup” Bra

I received my Rago Long line bra and I am pleased with it. I have worn long line bras for years and this one fits as I anticipated that it would. And, while it does have a lot of lace on it, since I have owned similar braswith lots of lace in past years and since I do have long fingers, I was aware I needed to be a little more careful when putting it on and taking it off so I didn't poke a hole in it with my fingernails. I love it and the color and rate it 5.

all overall is good the only thing its the upper lines are not elastics to made more comfortable as all bras has, Tks

Updated with photos April 2023, changed rating from 4 stars to 2: I have purchased three of these in black and one in white since 2019, and the black ones just do not hold up. I have provided photos of the holes that have developed, and not just the lace tearing, but the material underneath ripping clean through. The one at the bottom of the photo is the one most recently purchased (September 2022). It started to develop a hole after a few months and one of the strips of boning punctured through the material. One day I felt such discomfort on my left side, and then realized I was being stabbed by the boning. I have sewn it four different times and it always rips back through. I have even tried to put some heavy duty glue on the end so it won't be so sharp, but it still rips through.And I will reiterate something I said in my original review, Rago needs to make these in different lengths! So many cup and band options, but it only comes in one length, as if we all have the same length of waist, torso, etc. Ridiculous.Maybe if you're only planning on wearing it for a special occassion or such, I might still recommend it, but not as a staple of your vintage wardrobe.Original review: I dress in vintage and had been looking for a bra to give a "retro" shape but not full on bullet bra. This longline bra is great for that vintage shape but does have some downsides.Pros: I love how it really streamlines my silhouette and gives a great foundation under my vintage dresses and sweaters. I'm not that well-endowed in the chest so I have had no problems with lack of support. The cups have been perfect for me and they give a very slightly pointed shape without being extreme. My measurements are 34-25-36 and the 34B has been a great fit. I have found it rather comfortable to wear and don't find it constricting, however at the end of a full day of wearing it I am happy to take it off.Cons: I wish it came in another length. If it were maybe 2-3 inches longer it would be much more convenient. I'm 5'7" and am constantly having to pull the bottom down. If I wear it with dresses it rides up to a bit of an awkward place. If I wear it with my high-waisted capris or cigarette pants the back always pops up out of the back of the pants, so I'm constantly pulling it down and trying to keep the pants over it. It can be a bit difficult to get on/off at times. I have to hook it in front then twist it around, which normally isn't a problem, but if it's warm out it can get "stuck" while twisting it around. I've had it about a year now and do wear it often, but the hooks bend and when I'm trying to unhook them they can get stuck and I have a difficult time getting them undone. And as I saw another reviewer say, it "squeaks." It makes some rather funny noises and I honestly don't know if other people can hear them or if they're obvious to just me but I feel a little strange some times "creaking" and "squeaking."Overall I am happy with it. It has been such a wonderful addition to my vintage wardrobe, it really changed the shape and look of my vintage clothes. So even though it does have some cons, it has been a great purchase and worth some of the small inconveniences.

I have had this bra all of 45 minutes and so far I love it. I am a bit disappointed in the fit, though. I normally wear a US 34 E or sometimes a US 36 DDD. I bought this one in a 36 DD, partly because of the sizes available and partly because of reviews. The problem for me is that the 36 band in this bra is slightly too large and the DD cups are quite a bit too small. My immediate thought upon trying it on , was to exchange it for a 34 DD. But I was afraid by going down a band size, the cup size might also go down. So I think I will keep this size . I have had it on about 45 minutes and it is very comfortable. It isn't itchy or scratchy at all. I like that the straps are close set, because I normally have trouble with the straps slipping off of my shoulders. I like that it doesn't have underwire, but I am not convinced yet that it offers a lot of support. It wasn't hard at all to put on as others have reported, but this might be in part that the 36 is a little loose on me. I have not yet tried it on with my vintage and pin up dresses, but I think it will give a smooth look under all of them. The bottom band is nice and wide and doesn't roll even when sitting. I am 5'4" and weigh 180. The bottom band comes right to my belly button. I can pull on it a little and it will sit a little lower. The stays in the sides are very flexible and not uncomfortable in the least. The straps are not elastic. It took a few tries to get them adjusted to my liking, but they are now comfy. I don't feel it gives a bullet shape as some have reported. In fact I find that the seams in the cups actually flatten me a bit. That also might have to do with sizing. This bra appears to be well made. I think with proper care, it should be long lasting. I will update on that after I have had it for a while. If I do order this style again, which I probably will, I think I will try the 34.

Es Perfecto

The best bra of this galaxy!

Expensive, but exactly what I was looking for. It is very retro, comfortable and practical. It looks great too. Highly recommended.

C'est ce que j'avais commander.

As a 36DDD, I purchased a 38DD. It fits decently well, but I find it gives my chest a pointed look. As well, the seam that runs down the centre of the cup is a bit wrinkled, which shows through most clothing (I assumed my large chest would stretch it smooth, but no). It felt more like the material was pushing my chest to the side, giving the dreaded 'side-boob' that I am not very prone to, but somehow in this it shows a bit. Essentially I just wish there were no seam down the middle of the cup, because the rest of it fits well and I really wanted to be able to wear it under a thin/flowing shirt and not have the cup seams show.

Its very firm control more so then the body briefers from the same line made by rago is. Seams to be very well made and the material is the same as the body briefers and mine have held up for years. Its a bit too rigid for my taste but thats a prefferrence no fault to the product. Its the sherman tank of bras.