Sourcy
Sourcy
The Balconette

The Balconette

by CUUP

mid-tier
US

Product Variations

Trend Summary

Embodies 'The Comfort Revolution' by prioritizing an impeccable fit and natural form over padding. Its clean lines and modern look also tap into the desire for expressive, yet understated, pieces.

Key Features

  • Unlined mesh cups
  • Flexible underwire support
  • Minimalist design
  • Inclusive size range

Featured In

The Zoe Report
InStyle
ELLE
Vogue

Product Specifications

Material Composition
Body: 85% Nylon, 15% Spandex; Wings: 79% Nylon, 21% Spandex
Fabric Type
Stretch floral lace over cups, with power mesh for wings
Colors
Core colors (Black, Ivory, Rosewater) and seasonal jewel tones (e.g., Plum, Deep Teal)
Sizes
Band: 30-44, Cup: A-H
Style
Balconette
Neckline
Straight, wide-set neckline with a scalloped lace edge
Cups
Unpadded, sewn cups with a vertical darted seam
Lining
Sheer mesh lining for nipple coverage and added support
Underwire
Flexible, lightweight underwire
Wings
Power mesh wings for stability and support
Straps
Wide-set, fully adjustable straps
Coverage
Semi-sheer
Closure
Triple hook-and-eye closure, with four rows for larger cup/band sizes
Hardware
Rose gold or gunmetal-finished metal hardware
Care Instructions
Hand wash cold, lay flat to dry

Differentiation Strategy

The primary differentiation is the use of stretch floral lace as the main aesthetic material, shifting the product's feel from minimalist to romantic. Introducing a scalloped edge along the neckline adds a distinct design detail. By offering hardware in alternative metallic finishes like rose gold, the product creates its own visual identity. This strategy allows a brand to ride the balconette trend while appealing to a customer who prefers a more traditionally feminine or detailed aesthetic than the reference product's sheer mesh.

Success Replication

This specification replicates the reference product's successful formula by maintaining the flattering balconette shape, the unpadded construction with darted seams, and the wide, inclusive size range. It also adopts the use of high-quality performance fabrics like power mesh in the wings to ensure stability and support, mirroring the functional engineering of the original. The focus remains on providing a supportive yet minimal bra that enhances natural shape.