Cosabella Curvy Sweetie Bralette Review: Luxury Lace Meets Support?

Introduction

For years, the delicate beauty of a lace bralette seemed reserved for those with smaller busts. Women with fuller figures often looked on wistfully, assuming such a seemingly unstructured garment could never offer the support they needed. Then came the Cosabella Curvy Sweetie Bralette, a revolutionary redesign of their iconic original, created specifically to prove that assumption wrong.

Cosabella, the renowned Italian lingerie brand, is synonymous with exquisite lace and luxurious comfort. With the “Curvy” line, they took their best-selling Sweetie bralette and intelligently re-engineered it for D cups and up.

But can a pull-on, wire-free bralette made entirely of lace truly provide adequate support and shape for a larger bust? We slipped into this famously beautiful piece to find out.

The Cosabella Curvy Sweetie Bralette: Report Card

• Style & Aesthetics: ★★★★★+ (6/5)
• Comfort & Fabric Feel: ★★★★★ (5/5)
• Support (for a bralette): ★★★★☆ (4/5)
• Quality & Durability: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
• Value for Money: ★★★★☆ (4/5)

Who Is This Bralette For?

• It’s perfect for you if: You adore the look and feel of high-quality lace and want a comfortable, wire-free option for everyday wear, lounging, or even sleeping, that still offers a surprising level of support and shape.
• You might want a different style if: You need the rigid, high-impact support of a sports bra or the dramatic lift of a structured underwire bra. This is a comfort-focused piece with moderate support.

A Deep Dive into the Features: The “Curvy” Difference

What separates the “Curvy Sweetie” from the original (and from many other bralettes)?

The Fabric: Iconic Cosabella Lace

The entire bralette is crafted from Cosabella’s signature floral lace.

• The Feel: It is exceptionally soft, non-scratchy, and has a wonderful stretch thanks to high-quality elastane woven in. It truly feels luxurious against the skin.
• The Look: The lace is intricate and beautiful, making this a piece you’ll actually want to show off under a slightly sheer top or a low-cut sweater.

The Construction: Engineered for Support

This is where the “Curvy” engineering comes in. Compared to the original Sweetie, the Curvy version features:

• Power Mesh Lining: The cups are lined with a soft but supportive power mesh. This provides opacity and, crucially, helps to shape, lift, and contain the bust tissue.
• Wider, More Supportive Band: The lace band under the bust is wider and constructed to provide more robust support than a standard bralette. This acts as the primary anchor.
• Wider Straps: The lace straps are also slightly wider on the Curvy version, offering better weight distribution and comfort for a fuller bust.

The Fit & Sizing

Cosabella uses a unique sizing system for their Curvy bralettes (Curvy Small, Curvy Medium, Curvy Large, etc.), which corresponds to a range of traditional band and cup sizes (e.g., Curvy Medium might fit 34DD-36E).

• Our Pro Tip: It is absolutely essential to consult the Cosabella Curvy size chart. Find your traditional bra size on the chart to determine your correct Curvy size. When sized correctly, the fit is snug and supportive without being restrictive.

The Final Verdict: Luxury Lace Meets Functional Design

Is the Cosabella Curvy Sweetie Bralette worth the investment? Yes. It is a stunning example of how wire-free comfort and beautiful design can coexist with genuine support for larger busts.

It delivers on its promise. The power mesh lining and wider band provide a surprising and very welcome level of lift and shaping, far exceeding what you’d expect from a delicate lace bralette. It proves that you don’t have to sacrifice feeling beautiful for feeling comfortable and supported.

While it comes at a premium price point, the quality of the Italian lace, the thoughtful engineering, and the sheer joy of wearing something so beautiful make the Cosabella Curvy Sweetie a worthy and luxurious addition to any plus-size lingerie collection.