”Disco galaxy meets pin-up siren’’—that’s how this plus-size lingerie collection from Sculptresse by Panache was described in the catalog. The collection is indeed bold, with strong colors (yes, there’s a rainbow!) and fun prints, plus it introduces a new half-cup design. If you’re into the greens that are popping up everywhere this season, you’ll find those here too. Lingerie lovers, is your heart racing yet? Don’t worry, I’ve got even more reasons for you to get excited! 😊
Here’s my personal take on the collection, ranked according to my own preferences. I’m guessing a lot of you love lingerie that stands out and doesn’t just fade into the background of your outfit. Of course, not everyone’s taste is the same, but luckily, this collection has something for everyone—from classic black and jewel tones to soft pastels and prints. And the best part? It’s already available in stores. Enjoy! 😊
Rainbow in Gardens of Eden
I honestly don’t know why I don’t own the Eden bra yet. It’s such a rare gem—a rainbow bra, but done in such a subtle, gorgeous way. The multicolored gradient on sheer tulle, framed by black floral outlines, is just stunning. It’s such a unique and creative design, like a colorful stained glass window. I’ve never seen anything quite like it!
Eden originally debuted in a spring version with pink tones and floral prints, but this new one feels so much more exciting. In terms of design, it’s a balconette with three vertical-seam panels on the lower cup, while the upper part features Swiss embroidery on printed tulle. Inside the cups, there are side-support slings made of black powermesh that stabilize the sides and help gather the boobs.
The gold metal accents are a nice extra touch. This “bird of paradise” wants to be luxurious.
The matching briefs are another highlight, really showcasing the richness of the colors. They’re high-leg briefs, which I personally love—especially when they come with a high enough waistband to actually stay visible above the tummy. And with Sculptresse, you can usually count on that.
Eden bra sizes: UK 34-38 E-J, 40 DD-HH, 42 DD-H, 44 DD-GG, 46 DD-G / EU 75-85 F-M, 90 E-L, 95 E-K, 100 E-J, 105 E-I; brief sizes: UK 12-24, EU 38-50
Ziggy Stardust
The Eden’s rainbow is my favorite print (well, technically it’s embroidery but the base is printed 😉) in this collection, but a close second is Ziggy, featured on the Esme style. The colors of those little stars remind me of the whole collection’s vibe—jewel tones with a touch of silvery sparkle. Even though there’s no actual metallic sheen in the fabric, the print is super fun.
The “printed fabric with a lace top” combo isn’t exactly groundbreaking, but honestly, I wouldn’t mind having Ziggy in my wardrobe. It’s a keeper!
Esme is a four-part balconette with side support, following in the footsteps of the Chi Chi and the Jasmine style from Panache. It features stretch lace on the upper cups and ultra-stable fabric on the lower cups, giving the bust a very rounded and lifted shape.
For those who value comfort, check out the back—it has Sculptresse’s signature smooth finish, with the elastic hidden under the fabric. It looks better and feels less scratchy—a win-win. As many people have already said, it’s hard to understand why this design isn’t used in every bra by every brand. Honestly, I can’t see any downsides!
The matching briefs for Esme are full briefs. It’s a bit of a shame that the back doesn’t feature the star pattern, though.
Esme bra sizes: UK 34-38 E-J, 40-42 DD-J, 44 DD-HH, 46 DD-H / EU 75-85 F-M, 90-95 E-M, 100 E-L, 105 E-K; brief sizes: UK 12-24, EU 38-50
Emerald Dream
Dream is a style that debuted in the collection—and on my bust—a year ago. It’s a newer design with wider underwires, making it more comfortable for a significant (if not the majority) group of plus-size wearers. The first version was in black, and this time it’s back in a vibrant emerald green—a color that always excites me, though lately, I’ve been leaning toward darker shades.
If you want to see how this design fits on a target-group bust (mine 😉), check out my post about last year’s Sculptresse fall collectionlast year’s Sculptresse autumn-winter collection. Be sure to take a closer look at the rich lace and the little disc detail on the center gore. This “dreamer” is truly elegant!
From a construction standpoint, Dream is a side-support full-cup bra. In addition to the wider underwires, it also features a broader center gore, making it perfect for those with a wide chest who need solid support for their bust—while still enjoying a touch of lace elegance. Dream isn’t a “display” bra; it offers safe, full coverage. I found it very comfortable and pleasant to wear.
The Dream briefs are richly adorned with lace, and that’s a good thing. Instead of a high-cut design, they feature semi-sheer panels made from soft, stretchy lace.
Dream bra sizes: UK 34-38 E-K, 40 DD-K, 42 DD-J, 44 DD-HH, 46 D-H / EU 75-85 F-O, 90 E-O, 95 E-M, 100 E-L, 105 D-K ; Dream brief sizes: UK 12-24 / EU 38-50.
Dark Illumination
Illuminate is a style I’ve been curious about since it first launched, but I get the sense that it’s met with some skepticism in Poland. Apparently, only “gathering bras” sell well here—meaning sewn models that pull the bust towards the center and create ultra-feminine cleavage.
Illuminate, on the other hand, features soft, thermally-molded cups with no seams, offering a more natural bust shape. For me, it’s a tempting option. I secretly hope it will eventually find its way into my wardrobe… Bras like this for larger busts are notoriously rare and/or very expensive (like those from Empreinte). With this one, I’m expecting a more wallet-friendly price compared to the luxury brands.
What’s great about this edition of Illuminate is, of course, the color—a deep, dark green. It’s right on trend this season!
Seamless cups always promise extra comfort and, of course, no visible lines under clothing. Don’t be misled by the word “soft”—while the cups aren’t padded, the fabric is thick and firm. The Illuminate design is further reinforced with additional side slings sewn inside the cups for extra support.
The set includes very classic high-waisted briefs, as befits a true “supportive piece,” with a slightly lighter back made of double-layered tulle.
Illuminate bra sizes: UK 34 E-J, 36 E-HH, 38 DD-H, 40 D-GG, 42 D-G, 44 D-FF, 46 D-F /EU 75 F-M, 80 F-L, 85 E-K, 90 D-J, 95 D-I, 100 D-H, 105 D-G; brief sizes: UK 12-24 (EU 38-50).
Queen Estel
From the moment I first encountered (and reviewed) Estel, it was clear to me that this bra was destined to shine in a variety of colors—and so far, it hasn’t disappointed. Six years in (as I write this), Estel continues to impress. This season, it’s all about sapphire, or royal blue. And let me tell you, this lace looks stunning in sapphire! It’s the most luxurious and opulent style in the collection, and it’s also delightfully soft to the touch. The gold hardware pairs beautifully with the sapphire.
The lace is abundant but soft and smooth, with a beautifully finished edge. In my opinion, it’s one of the best laces in the entire Panache collection—it really makes an impression. Another nice aesthetic touch? The channels holding the underwires are covered on the outside with a satin, glossy ribbon.
The Estel style now comes in two constructions—a full cup and a plunge with a slightly lower center gore (though not a very low one). In these photos, you’re looking at the full cup version, which you can recognize by the high center gore with a decorative cutout (the plunge doesn’t have it) and the more sheer upper cup (in the plunge, it’s lined with an additional layer of stretchy tulle).
Both styles feature internal side slings to provide extra support. The lace is stretchy, while the lower part of the cups is made of stable fabric.
The back is worth noting—like in many Sculptresse designs, the elastics are hidden, and the wings are wide, extending high up toward the straps. This design offers greater stability and a smoother look across the back.
The briefs in the seasonal version are different from those in the core collection (Estel’s core colors are black, beige, and navy). In my opinion, the core version was more interesting in terms of design, but the seasonal one features more lace—so it’s a bit of a trade-off! 🙂
Estel full cup bra sizes – the range is larger than in the plunge version: UK 34-38 E-K, 40 DD-JJ, 42 DD-J, 44 DD-HH, 46 DD-H / EU 75-85 F-O, 90 E-N, 95 E-M, 100 E-L, 105 E-K.
Estel plunge bra sizes: UK 34-36 DD-J, 38-40 D-J, 42 D-H, 44 D-G, 46 D-F / EU 75-80 E-M, 85-90 D-M, 95 D-K, 100 D-I, 105 D-G.
Estel brief sizes: UK 12-24 (EU 38-50).
Alexa, the Navy Zebra
Let’s stay in the blue family for a moment—Alexa is a more understated alternative to black. It looks like a solid supporter, with its full-cup coverage, rigid fabric, and firm embroidery. The embroidery is the exciting part here—it reminds me of zebra stripes, or maybe even flames, and it’s done with a subtly shiny thread.
What I love about Alexa is the sturdy, reliable vibe it gives off—I feel like this is a bra that could last for years. And another bonus… no bows! This isn’t the only style that skips them, but I have to say, I’m a bit over bows at this point. Sure, you can always snip them off, but it’s refreshing to see a design that’s already bow-free. The minimalist vibe is reinforced by metal hardware painted in navy blue.
Alexa’s design is a classic for supporting larger busts: a side-support full cup. It’s worth taking a closer look at the back again. Right next to the closure, the wings extend vertically upward and connect to the straps, bringing them closer to the center. This provides greater comfort and better stabilization. The elastics in the back are hidden for a smooth finish.
The briefs are simply high-waisted with a fairly minimalist design. The cut at the bottom is worth taking a look—no straight lines, but rather a thoughtful shape that accommodates the curves of the buttocks.
Alexa bra sizes: UK 34-38 E-K, 40 DD-K, 42 DD-J, 44 DD-HH, 46 DD-H / EU 75-85 F-O, 90 E-O, 95 E-M, 100 E-L, 105 E-K; Alexa brief sizes: UK 12-24 / EU 40-50.
Josephine.
The catalog describes this colourway of Josephine as magenta (the previous spring version was sapphire), but most magenta shades I know have more of a blue undertone. This one is more of a cool-toned red.
Here, we see a classic contrast between the semi-sheer beige upper section and the opaque lace on the rest, creating the trendy “half-cup with an extension” illusion. It has to be said—it looks very light, and the color is absolutely delicious.
The trims around the underwire casings have a satin sheen, adding a touch of elegance. Thankfully, they also skipped the bows here—gold metal accents are more than enough to complete the look.
Josephine is a full-cup bra that, despite its delicate appearance, is quite firm thanks to the non-stretch lower section made from densely embroidered lace, reinforced with sturdy mesh on the inside.
The Josephine briefs are once again high-leg, with a playful touch—a triangular cutout at the back. The overall look is decidedly classic and feminine.
Josephine bra sizes: UK 34-38 E-K, 40 DD-JJ, 42 DD-J, 44 DD-HH, 46 DD-H / EU 75-85 F-O, 90 E-N, 95 E-M, 100 E-L, 105 E-K; Josephine brief sizes: UK 12-24 / EU 38-50.
Lilac Bliss
Leaving this pastel for last doesn’t mean I don’t like it—quite the opposite! Pale lilacs, or even off-whites with a hint of purple, are a bit of a personal obsession. I think this shade could be a more interesting alternative to beige for many people, especially compared to the usual pinkish tones. Bliss probably doesn’t need much introduction anymore, but if it does, feel free to check out my review of the beige version. It’s a fantastic everyday bra with a minimalist design.
The stretchy lace features a lovely geometric diamond pattern, and the centerpiece on the gore is a chic hexagonal gold “ring.”
In terms of construction, Bliss is, of course, a full-cup bra with side support. One of its standout features is the stretchy lace on the upper cups, which is especially accommodating for asymmetrical busts. The lace is smooth and finished with a seamless edge, making it practically invisible under fitted clothing.
Here’s something worth noting—if you haven’t already—hook and eye closures have 4 adjustment settings instead of the usual 3. This gives you more flexibility to adapt the band size to your body’s current needs.
The briefs are high-waisted and make great use of the clean-finished stretchy lace. They’re made entirely from soft, stretchy fabric that feels very comfortable to the touch.
Bliss bra sizes: 34-38 E-K, 40 DD-K; 42 DD-J, 44 DD-HH, 46 DD-H / EU 75-85 F-O, 90 E-O, 95 E-M, 100 E-L, 105 E-K; Bliss brief sizes: UK 12-24/EU 38-50.
Liberty in White
This style first appeared last season in black, and it looked absolutely stunning. Thankfully, it’s made its way into the core collection. Liberty is a minimalist plunge made from smooth, semi-sheer, non-stretch tulle with three-part cups. The only decorations are the decorative edging, gold hardware, and textured straps.
The seasonal winter version of this bra is snow white with pink detailing. For those who love white lingerie, it’s a dream come true. Personally, I still prefer the black Liberty.
Unfortunately, I didn’t get a sample to review, so I invite you to check out the catalog photo or the black Liberty on the brand’s website.
Liberty bra sizes: UK 34-38 E-J, 40 DD-HH, 42 DD-H, 44 DD-GG, 46 DD-G / EU 75-85 F-M, 90 E-L, 95 E-K, 100 E-J, 105 E-I; Liberty brief sizes: UK 12-24 / EU 38-50
Elegance in Dusky Pink
Here’s another core staple in a seasonal version—Elegance, a spacer bra with thermally molded cups. We’re already familiar with it in black and beige. The black version debuted several seasons ago, and I still have photos from back then. Unfortunately, I didn’t get the pink version this time, but the catalog will give you all the details about the color! 😊
Here’s what it looks like in beige:
Elegance is one of the very few spacer bras on the market (with cups made from a special breathable material, also known as 3D foam or spacer knit) available in such an extensive plus-size range, making it especially noteworthy. From my fitting, I remember that it’s not overly full-coverage and fits really well. Unfortunately, I didn’t get a sample for a more detailed review, but I’d happily share more if I had the chance!
Elegance bra sizes: UK 34 E-HH, 36 DD-HH, 38 D-H, 40 D-GG, 42 D-G, 44 D-FF, 46 D-F / EU 75 F-L, 80 E-L, 85 D-K, 90 D-J, 95 D-I, 100 D-H, 105 D-G, Elegance brief sizes: UK 12-24 / EU 38-50.
Ashley the Temptress
Who’s been waiting for a half-cup bra? I’ve saved Ashley as the grand finale! This is a first for this brand—there hasn’t been a style like this in Sculptresse before. And here’s a heads-up: Ashley won’t be returning in the spring collection, and its future is still uncertain. So, if you’ve got your eye on it, you might need to act fast. Unfortunately, I can’t comment on how it fits, as the sample size was too small for me, but I’m hoping this undeniable heir to the Masquerade collection (anyone remember it?) delivers for those within its size range.
The size range isn’t huge for this brand, but it should work well for larger bands and less advanced cup sizes. (Has anyone tried it yet?)
Now, let’s talk aesthetics. Ashley is a sensory delight—it’s smooth and silky to the touch. As for looks, I find the scalloped edge of the cups and the understated jacquard pattern to be quite appealing. The fabric covering the cups is semi-sheer in areas with petal patterns, revealing a beige base underneath. The not-fully-black straps are also an interesting touch. Overall, it feels quite special.
In terms of construction, Ashley is a balconette-half cup with foam-padded cups and two vertical seams. The back is designed similarly to other styles in the range, featuring hidden elastics for a smooth finish. The fabric is soft and pleasant to the touch, adding to its comfort.
Ashley comes with two styles of matching briefs: high-leg and classic high-waisted. I got my hands on one of the styles, and I believe it’s the fuller option. I really appreciate their, well, sheer blackness 😉 and the fact that a bra designed to show off the body doesn’t mean you’re limited to skimpy underwear in the set.
Ashley bra sizes: UK 34 E-J, 36 E-HH, 38 DD-H, 40 D-GG, 42 D-G, 44 D-FF, 46 D-F / EU 75 F-M, 80 F-L, 85 E-K, 90 D-J, 95 D-I, 100 D-H, 105 D-G; Ashley brief sizes: UK 12-24 / EU 38-50.
And this is how Ashley looks like in the catalogue.
Sculptresse: Ashley
A Fresh Take on Sports: Upbeat!
Although it still appears in the catalog under its old name, Sculptresse’s Non-Padded Sports Bra has been rebranded as Upbeat. This underwired, non-padded sports bra now comes with an updated version. I really love its design, which looks more like a top than a bra—at least from the front.
The current colorway feels quite spring-like, though I have to say I’m even more excited about the upcoming spring version (beige, blue, and navy). Still, this one is worth checking out—and worth putting your bust into—because there’s no “hanging around” in this bra! 😉
Instead of a bunch of flat-lay photos, I’ll treat you to an on-bust shot—this is how Upbeat fits me in my size. As it happens, I own it, and once my love for underwires returns, I’ll definitely put it to use for some activity! 😊
Sculptresse: Upbeat
As we can see, the underwires are so cleverly concealed that you can’t even tell they’re there, and the neckline is as smooth as if it were part of a tank top.
The straps, like in all Panache sports bras, can be clipped together at the back with a hook.
I’m really happy with this streamlined refresh of the plus-size sports bra. I’m already looking forward to the next colors! Maybe someday we’ll even see… black? 😉
Upbeat bra sizes: UK 34 E-K, 36 DD-K, 38 D-K, 40 D-JJ, 42 D-HH, 44 D-H, 46 D-G / EU 75 F-O, 80 E-O, 85 D-O, 90 D-N, 95 D-L, 100 D-K, 105 D-I.
Always with Us: The Core Collection
The core collection, which stays in the lineup regardless of the seasonal colorful releases, includes versatile, neutral versions of some of the styles mentioned above. Here’s what you’ll find in the core collection: Estel in beige, black, and navy; Bliss in black and beige; Esme in black and beige; Liberty in black; Roxie in black and pink (a soft plunge bra that’s been in the collection for quite a while); Elegance spacer bra in black and beige; Core, older versions of the sports bra: black and gray marl; the strapless style Dana in black, caramel beige, and light beige.
Dana strapless bra
You can always view the core Sculptresse collection and currently available seasonal pieces on Panache’s official website, which also serves as an online store. There, you’ll find not only catalog images but also additional photos.
Where to Buy Sculptresse Bras
Sculptresse bras and panties are available at bra-fitting stores and online, both domestically and internationally. The Good Bra-fitting Stores List likely includes most Polish boutiques that carry this brand. Additionally, there’s a map of stores offering Panache lingerie, many of which stock Sculptresse (which is a Panache sub-brand). It’s always a good idea to inquire directly.
Final Remarks
Let me start by saying there’s one thing I really feel is missing from the Sculptresse collection: a wire-free bra! What do you think—will we ever get one? There was a bralette in the collection once, but it disappeared quickly… and it looked so promising. Who’s with me in lobbying for a plus-size wireless option from Sculptresse?
What makes me the happiest? Some of the fun, creative designs, like Ziggy Stardust or Rainbow Eden (I’m always here for unique pieces like these!). The presence of green in two gorgeous variations: an elegant dark green and a bold emerald. The introduction of the half-cup construction (Ashley), reminiscent of the much-loved, now-lost Masquerade line, but in a plus-size version.
As for the sizing, Sculptresse offers band sizes up to EU 105 (UK 46) and starts at EU 75 (UK 34), including sizes like 75F—though these aren’t typically considered plus-size. Still, I believe everyone deserves fabulous Sculptresse bras, regardless of their size. The cups go up to a UK K, which translates to about an EU O (or just under). If you are a fan of Polish bras (as I am sure many of you are, if you are reading this ;-))—that’s still a size range many Polish brands can’t quite match yet.
What stands out to me most is the thoughtful back design: consistently hidden elastics (which really matters for comfort, especially for bodies that fold and move rather than staying rigid and smooth), straps positioned closer to the center for better stability, four-hook closures with a cushiony feel, and high-quality, soft materials. These details make a real difference in terms of comfort and support!
Last, but not least, I’m really loving the refreshed Upbeat sports bra! It has such a modern, streamlined design that finally doesn’t remind me of your average sports bra.
What about your favorites? Do you already own something from this collection, or is there something you’ve got your eye on? Any must-haves? 🙂
