A prima donna is defined as a temperamental, conceited person or a leading woman soloist in an opera. Which definition did the European company Prima Donna have in mind, when starting the Prima Donna Bra company way back in 1865? Whatever the connotation, customers are satisfied with the result-a bra that's sensual, exotic and nicely-fitting.

What Are Prima Donna Bras Made Of?

A Prima Donna bra goes through a laborious designing and testing process, according to their website. First the bras are hand-assembled by seamstresses, with supposedly fifty different components, and then fitted for wearing. The major test comes when a Prima Donna bra is test worn by women of various sizes and shapes. After a fitting the women give comments and based on the feedback, the bras are refined. The high quality fabric of Prima Donna bras make the piece more durable and not vulnerable to frequent wear and washing.

Two popular apparel pieces are the Prima Donna Zanzibar Bra and the Prima Donna Plus Size Zanzibar Bra. This plus size bra can accommodate a cup size from D to H, with 9 different frame sizes. The Prima Donna Zanzibar Bra also offers more comfort for fuller chester customers who ordinarily report problems with their bra's straps digging into the shoulders. The Prima Donna Zanzibar Bra, along with a wide range of other selections, offers all-day comfort that complements a woman's natural shape and is more stylish than other plus size bras found in most department stores.

When To Look For A Prima Donna Bra

If you're unsatisfied with smaller bras, or old fashioned bras, then Prima Donna sounds like a good fit. Many women do wear the wrong bra size, even though they don't realize it. If you frequently experience neck, shoulder or back pain, then your bra is probably not the right size. Prima Donna offers an elegant selection, including exotic collections like Deauville, Satin Deluxe, Sambal, Menton and a special selection reserved for brides to be.

Prima Donna bras can sometimes be found in department stores, though they are more often available in special high-end lingerie shops. Visit the company website for more information, including previews on Winter collections and a Dealer Area feature to locate a nearby store where the bras are available.