Animal print – what’s not to like? Ok, so maybe when someone wears too much of it at once it can go wrong, but when it’s done right it can look absolutely amazing.
I’ve always had a bit of a thing for leopard print lingerie. To me, it’s sexy, daring, fun and naughty. I have sadly long grown out of my red leopard bra from Ewa Michalak so I was over the moon when out of the blue they sent me their new leopard print S style bra.
Ewa Michalak S Granatowa Pantera Bra and Thong
Image courtesy of Ewa Michalak
This is a stunning and subtle navy blue leopard print lingerie set that is adorned with little powder pink flowers. I received the S Granatowa Pantera Bra in 34L/75L and matching thong in 20/48.
I absolutely adore the colour of this set – it’s somewhere between ink blue and navy blue – and the leopard print lace fabric is slightly shiny so it glistens in the light.
The bra’s band fastens with four rows of three hooks and eyes, which is perfect as it gives several adjustment options to make it tighter or looser as required.
The little pink flower adornments on the Ewa Michalak S Granatowa Pantera Bra and Thong are a pretty touch, and quite a contrast against the dark blue of the main material. You can see the flowers are not placed in the same positions as the stock photos, but I like them either way. The flower on the bra’s central gore has become quite squashed, however, as my cleavage clearly has quite some force in this bra!
The bra’s matching thong is simple and elegant. The sides are made up of two layers of soft microfibre, which curl up in a very pretty way. I do find that the top layer tends to roll up somewhat by the end of the day, but I think I shall put a tiny stitch or two in place along the edge to attach it to the lower layer to stop it happening.
For reference, in these photos I am wearing the bra and thong with my Kix’ies Lois Thigh Highs and some platform heels from eBay.
The S Granatowa Pantera bra is made of lightly padded foam cups that are overlaid with leopard print lace fabric. The rest of the bra is made with soft microfibre fabric that has good stretch, making the bra very comfortable to wear.
The bra’s cups are made of four part construction – one long section across the top, and three on the lower part of the cup. This means that the cups can be shaped very specifically to give fantastic shape, uplift and positioning of the breasts.
By that last point I mean that the cups hold my breasts right at the the front of my body which, on me at least, is exactly where they should be. I do not have wide roots and my breast tissue is all on the front of my chest (as opposed to the sides) so Ewa Michalak bras are absolutely perfect for my shape and set.
The bra’s cups have removable pads inside that are intended to help minimise the appearance of asymmetry. The idea is that if a woman has one boob larger than the other – and almost all women do, believe it or not – they can wear a pad in the smaller boob side to balance out the other. For those who have more of a significant difference between their breasts it is of course possible to wear two pads on one side.
My boobs are fairly evenly balanced and so I either wear both pads – one in each side – as I am in these photos or none at all. I like to keep the pads in place as they give the cups additional sturdiness, which is always welcome with large, heavy breasts like mine, and they also provide a touch of extra uplift.
The Ewa Michalak S Granatowa Pantera Bra’s wires are absolutely perfect for me. Ewa Michalak, like most Polish lingerie brands, is known for having comparatively narrow wires to UK brands, especially in larger cups. With my breasts having narrow roots I need wires to suit and these are spot on.
The wires encase my breast tissue and there is no empty space at the sides. The central gore sits flat against my sternum and it does not rub or poke. Under my arms the wires are just the right height and they do not chafe or cause discomfort.
The 34L/75L is a great fit in the cups for me but the band is on the large side. As you can see from my photos, I am wearing the bra on the tightest hooks here so I could have easily sized down in the band had I known it was stretchy.
I would have therefore needed a 32LL/70LL as if you size down in the band but still need the same cup depth you need to go to the next cup up (you can get more advice and info like this in my bra fitting guide). So a 34L has the same cup depth as a 32LL but the band is one size smaller. This system is known as sister sizing and it can work upwards as well as down.
The straps of the Ewa Michalak S Granatowa Pantera Bra are fully adjustable and they have embellishments along the edges to stop the adjuster sliding out of place during wear. The straps had good width to them, which is always very welcome on bigger bras, but they are made of quite thin material and so they can fold over as the day goes on. I have also found that they have stretched out somewhat, which isn’t a major problem as I can tighten them, but if the elastic is dying it means the straps have less stretch and will therefore be less comfortable to wear.
I adore the S Granatowa Pantera’s matching thong. It is simple, fun, and sexy. The double layer fabric is a fantastic touch but as noted earlier you might experience some issues with the top layer rolling up. It’s not a deal breaker but it is something to be aware of for sure. This thong is a size 20/48 and it’s on the generous side so I could have comfortably sized down to a 18/46.
Not only is Ewa a magician with her bra designs but she is also a genius at creating matching pants. She has such a talent for making undies that sit in the right place, stay put and are comfortable for everyday wear as well as for those special occasions. Granted, not every style of EM knickers will be the favourite of every woman, but I can say with my hand on my heart that Ewa Michalak’s thongs are by far the most comfortable I have ever worn. And I am a very fussy person in case you hadn’t already realised.
All in all, the Ewa Michalak S Granatowa Pantera Bra and Thong set does not disappoint and it’s a gorgeous option to have in your lingerie drawer. I absolutely love it and it’s a set I have already worn many times.
You can find all my Ewa Michalak reviews here. For help with finding a bra that fits, please visit my bra fitting guide.
What do you think about leopard print lingerie? Let me know!
So excited for this review!!! I saw your picture's on Instagram and could not wait for your full write up so thank you for publishing it first out of all your new EM bra's. I love it!!!!!!!
Oh wow this bra set is adorable! It looks fabulous on you. I love leopard print so I have put this on my Christmas list. Hoping it will be ordered before EM’s Christmas break though lol
I think Ewa Michalak would be a good brand for me because I often have problems with wires being too wide in my cup size (the band is already quite snug, and if I go down a cup size, my breasts overflow them). Since I can only buy my bras on-line, it is important to me to purchase from somewhere that has free shipping and free returns, so, I usually purchase from Amazon. The US Amazon does not have Ewa Michalak, so, are there some other brands you recommend that have narrower wires on larger cup sizes? I'm around a 38J(US)/38GG(UK) depending on the brand, so, I need a brand that carries larger cup sizes.
Try looking at the website Bratabase for bra sizing help. You can enter your measurements and the site will give you recommendations for bras that might work for you. You can also compare the measurements of your own bras with those from other brands, such as Ewa Michalak. Bratabase is a bra database and all the data is entered by other users so it's a great community. Re other brands, the only one I can think of that has narrower wires, although they are still quite a bit wider than EM, is Panache Cleo. Not regular Panache, as their wires tend to be on the wide side, but specifically their Cleo line. Again, you should be able to get some good info about sizing on Bratabase. Hope that helps!
Try Kris Line. They are a Polish brand sold on Zulily website in the US. Kris line have narrow wires and deep cups and the bras are beautiful. It is suggested that you go the same band size but two cup sizes up in Uk sizes. Hope that helps.
I think there are Ewa Michalak stockists in the US now. Try googling it but if nothing shows up I would recommend emailing Ewa. The team is very helpful.
Thank you all! So grateful for your helpful advice. I will definitely try all of these tips. What a lovely supportive community there is here.
What a great bra, I love it. I need to invest in some EM's as soon as possible. I love their stuff, such a shame its not available in shops over here. If there was a retailer here I would buy so much from them. Maybe an investment opportunity, ha x
I love the fabric, and the colour. Such a gorgeous set, and I like the fact that the thong gives more coverage than they usually do. I am desperate for some EM bras, so really need to get my sizing sorted!
I have been tempted for so long to try EW and I think this review has finally convinced me to take the plunge. It's not easy to find lingerie that fit's plus size women so well and to have good variation in band and cup sizes. And the matching thong is so adorable. I will defiantly be ordering come payday. Great blog =D
I love leopard print lingerie and you look hotter than the sun! Definitely making me want to order from Ewa but I have no idea about sizing xx
Fantastic set! Love how the thong perfectly fits you, so impressive that they make such pieces for plus size bodies. I have ordered this set thanks to your review, you inspired me! Elise x x
I am literally drooling over this set. That shade of blue is divine and it looks incredible on you. You are so brave getting your body out on the internet but you're reviews are SO useful. Thank you for coming back – you have been very missed!
I'm not always one for animal prints but I love the subtlety of this print! You are tempting me to take the plunge and order! Looking fantastic as always C xx
I love how you always style your lingerie, makes it so much more interesting than just straightforward shots. And it makes me want to buy these things even more which actually is maybe not so good, for my bank balance at least lol! I will see if I get any money for Christmas, if so I know what I am spending it on!
You look so amazing!! And boy this set is stunning! I never knew I needed blue leopard print lingerie in my life but now. can’t stop thinking about it. Am going to order one next week, so exciting!
This looks so good on you! I was scared of trying Ewa bra’s but your detailed and honest reviews have convinced me. Can’t wait to receive my first order 🙂 Awesome blog btw xxx