Ella Top

Name: Ella Top
Brand: Miriam Baker
Price: 160.00 USD
Availability: InStock

The Ella top is an updated version of a classic tank designed to fit and flatter a full bust. The banded scoop neck won’t show any cleavage so it’s a great piece for work. Made from the same performance fabric as athletic apparel, it’s sweat wicking and machine washable.

Miriam’s Notes:
When designing tops, I generally err on the side of long. They are a lot more flattering when they’re not cutting you off at your muffin top! Ella sits at your high hip, right where it should.

Sizing

Model is 5’10” with DD-cup bust, wearing size XS
Fits bust sizes B-I
See Size Guide for more sizing information

Made in Canada. Machine wash and lay flat to dry, dry cleanable.

73% Polyamide
27% Elastane

$160.00 USD

The reality for busty women is that it's next to impossible to find dresses and tops that fit, off-the-rack.

Why do we have this struggle? Over the last 30 years, the average bra size has increased by three cup sizes from 34B to 34DD. That’s a huge change. But the fashion industry still designs women’s wear to fit the B cup standard from almost a century ago, leaving full-chested women without options.

You don’t get proper fitting clothing by making clothing larger. For a large bust, you must design using a different waist-chest ratio, and then incorporate seams and details that flatter this silhouette.

It isn’t a problem with your body, it’s a problem with clothing design.

WHAT GOES INTO OUR CLOTHING

Model & Grading

Our sample size is designed to fit a woman with a D-cup bust but we don’t stop there. We use a complex grade that accounts for the fact that as the bust increases, the bust point drops. Ever had a bust dart hit your pectoral muscle? That’s why. If your boobs can’t defy gravity, neither should your grade.

Fabric Selection

I work with several mills in Italy used by the top fashion houses. From their collection, I choose fabric with a bit of stretch for a tailored and comfortable fit. It’s the most flattering fabric I’ve found.

Darts, Seams & Details

While I design with a ‘less is more’ mentality, I still obsess over the details. It gives the clothing its finish and beauty. With seams and clever dart placement, I can define the waist and create a modern, hourglass figure.

Body Type

It’s not only the bust that defines you. I design styles that are flattering for different body types whether you are straight, balanced, or curvy. I’ll also let you know when I’ve found something universally flattering.

MY GOAL FOR YOU

I want you to feel beautiful when you put on your clothing, off-the-rack. I want you to see your waist and wear your size. My clothes are meant to be sophisticated and timeless. They are pieces you can wear everyday, day or night, and pack on all your travels.

WHAT ABOUT THE BRA?

I swear by my bras. They are the most important foundation garment and will help you look and feel your best. There are a number of great bra companies like Primadonna, Panache and Empreinte. We feel there are great options on the market.

Yet, even the best bra won’t make up for flaws in clothing design. It can’t combat the problems with sizing, dart placement, and unflattering cuts; that’s why we’re making clothing.

Rest assured, I will never design a garment that can’t be worn with a bra.

SIZE	BUST	WAIST	HIP
XXS/00	33	24	34
XXS/0	34	25	35
XS/2	35	26	36
XS/4	36	27	37
S/6	37.5	28.5	38.5
S/8	39	30	40
M/10	40.5	31.5	41.5
M/12	42	33	43
L/14	44	35	45
XL/16	46	37	47