Elomi vs Playtex
Two brands, two ways of grading a size. Here is how Elomi and Playtex differ in system, range and fit, and which one to choose for your shape and your problem.
Elomi or Playtex, in short
Elomi and Playtex use different systems (UK vs US). Elomi runs true to size in the band and grades generous in the cup with wide wires; Playtex runs true to size in the band, grades generous in the cup, wide wires. Range: Elomi 34–48 (some 50) / DD–K; Playtex 34–50 / B–DDD. Convert your measured size into each and let fit decide.
Your measured size in both
Same body, two labels. Each result is your US size converted into the brand's system, then adjusted for how that brand grades. They use different systems, so the numbers differ even before fit.
Elomi vs Playtex at a glance
| Elomi | Playtex | |
|---|---|---|
| Sizing system | United Kingdom | United States |
| Bands | 34–48 (some 50) | 34–50 |
| Cups | DD–K | B–DDD (some G/H) |
| Band grading | true to size | true to size |
| Cup grading | grades generous | grades generous |
| Wire width | wide | wide |
| Straps | Wide, cushioned | Wide, cushioned |
| Alpha sizes | No | No |
| Tier | Mid-market | Value |
| Origin | UK | US |
| Signature line | Cate: full cup with side support | 18 Hour: full-coverage wireless and underwire |
Which to try for your breast shape
| Shape | Elomi | Playtex |
|---|---|---|
| Full on bottom | Matilda | Love My Curves |
| Full on top | Cate | 18 Hour full coverage |
| Shallow | Smooth | Secrets wireless |
| Projected | Cate | Cross Your Heart |
| Wide-set | Matilda plunge | 18 Hour |
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Choose Elomi or Playtex?
- cups usually feel small on you elsewhere
- you have a wide breast root or shallow shape
- bands 38–48
- full-bust everyday support
- cups usually feel small on you elsewhere
- you have a wide breast root or shallow shape
- bands 44–50
- wireless full coverage
Both are right at the same measurement. The label differs by system and the fit by grading: start from your measured size, convert into each, and let the five fit checks decide.
What each brand is known for
| Elomi | Playtex | |
|---|---|---|
| Line 1 | Cate: full cup with side support | 18 Hour: full-coverage wireless and underwire |
| Line 2 | Matilda: plunge full cup | Secrets: smoothing wireless |
| Line 3 | Smooth: molded t-shirt | Love My Curves: full-figure underwire |
| Line 4 | Charley: stretch-lace full cup | Cross Your Heart: classic soft-cup |
Elomi vs Playtex: answered
Is Elomi the same size as Playtex?
Different systems: Elomi labels in UK, Playtex in US. Elomi: Bands run true to size: start with your measured band on the loosest hook. Playtex: Bands run true to size: start with your measured band on the loosest hook.
Which runs smaller, Elomi or Playtex?
Elomi (Cups grade generous) try your measured cup and one down. Playtex (Cups grade generous) try your measured cup and one down.
Which is better for a large bust, Elomi or Playtex?
Elomi runs to DD–K on bands 34–48 (some 50); Playtex to B–DDD on 34–50. The one whose range covers your size (in its own system) and whose wire width suits your root.
Which is better for a small bust?
Whichever grades true or small at A–C: Elomi cups grades generous, Playtex cups grades generous. Small bands need the brand whose range starts lower: 34 vs 34.
Can I use my Elomi size at Playtex?
Convert first (UK → US), then adjust: Playtex bands run true to size and cups grades generous relative to true. The calculator above does both.
Do Elomi and Playtex fit the same breast shapes?
Not identically. Full on bottom: Elomi Matilda vs Playtex Love My Curves; Full on top: Elomi Cate vs Playtex 18 Hour full coverage; Shallow: Elomi Smooth vs Playtex Secrets wireless.
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