Sophia’s Lingerie

As a larger-​busted woman, I have been finding myself increasingly frustrated by bras that just don’t (literally) hold up. I now posses two bras that both that look gorgeous, work hard, and are super comforatble :). Sophia introduced me to the «Ferrari» of bras. It’s a life-​changing bra. Seriously. She was also absolutely lovely during fitting, which was great. I highly, highly recommend shopping here. Will absolutely be back after I’ve saved up.
Also — as a note, after price-​checking online after I got home, the bras are competitively priced.

I would like to write a good review about Sophie’s and I’m sure it is a wonderful place to purchase lingerie, but I just had an experience there that will ensure I do not return. I had never been in but had heard many good things about this store. I had mentioned to my husband that I would like to go there one day. Well, wonderful man that he is, he ventured there by himself to buy me a Christmas/​birthday gift of a lovely bra/​pantie set. Not too many men would do that. He was served by a very helpful young woman called Dona and found something he knew I would like. Having taken a look at one of my bras for a size, he purchased one that should have fit. Unfortunately it was too tight even after adjusting the straps. Unwisely I had removed the tags but I kept them all as well as the packaging and receipt. I returned to the store to exchange it for another size and was served by a different woman as well as the woman I assumed to be Sophie herself. Sophie fitted me with the same bra in a different size and I took it up to the desk to exchange it. The other woman showed me the first bra and told me that it had been worn and that they do not take returns when they had been worn. I was astounded. I had that bra on for no more that 5 minutes, if that. I had adjusted the straps and you could see where the previous mark on the strap was. She also pointed out what she said was white residue on the under arm area… I don’t use deodorant… ever. I have never been accused of anything such as this and my integrity was so insulted I was speechless. Sophie, bless her brusque heart, overheard this and told her to ‘Give the lady the exchange’. I left feeling incredibly debased, insulted and blatantly falsely accused of something I would never do.

I have been shopping here for years, and never leave the store without a bag and a smile!
For those with a little extra on top… this store is the only place to find unusual sizes.
The ladies who work here are like bra guru’s and can find exactly what you want … Or order it in.
It’s a little costly, and parking is not free… but it’s on Danforth so U can shop then go for dinner at Pantheon!
End the night at Demetris for Latte and you’ve gotten your $$ worth at the P Lot.
Thank you Sophias

This place has the most unique service of any clothing/​lingerie store I have ever been too. I visited back in Spring of this year and the Sales Associate was really interested in finding me the best fitting bra for me, and not concerned with fake flattery to make the sale. She was almost obsessive about the perfect fit, and nixed some choices that I would have bought thinking they were a good enough fit. I ended up leaving without buying anything because she found a fitting fault with every bra she tried on me (and she really worked hard to find as many in the colors I specified as she could!) when she easily could have made a sale with me by not mentioning some small flaws in the fit she as a professional fitter saw and I failed to see. Because of her honesty, I will definitely be back this winter to see their new winter colour bra lines that come in and hopefully get to buy something this time, from the most honest saleswoman I ever met. A lot of places don’t care if a piece of clothing or lingerie fits you perfectly or looks that good, they will say anything just to make a sale but not Sofia’s! Considering how important a proper fitting bra is to your health and appearance this place is a gem !

Don’t bother going anywhere else. If you’ve ever tried to buy cheap-​o bras (La Senza, Victoria’s Secret etc etc — lots of padding, too thin straps and basically only useful for scrawny, skinny under 20 year olds) and been frustrated, stop wasting your time, money and posture (I kid you not)!
I first came in here a few years ago, and bought two bras (both of which are great) — one of which I LOVE LOVE LOVE (it’s from France, of course)! I made sure to wear it so I could find something comparable for daytime that makes me feel as good as that one does. I arrived (weekday late morning) and was greeted by a friendly lady wearing a Hawaiian shirt. I told her about the bra I was wearing and she asked to see it (I hauled my shirt up and showed her — once you’ve been fitted, your boobs become public property and really, if I’m wearing a nice bra from Sophia’s — there’s no shame in this for me. She immediately went to the back and pulled out two bras. Of course these ladies can eye your boobs and know the exact size you are! I wonder if they sit in cafes saying «48 D, 26 C» as people walk by?: 0) I wasn’t sure about the look but I went in to try them on — Now, for those of you who have never been fitted for a bra, you know when you’re trying on clothes, for example, and the fitting room lady leaves you as you close the door? Well, picture the opposite, the expert bra lady coming into the fitting room (yeah, it is a bit like something out of a Saturday Night Live skit the first time it happens) with you like this is natural. Meh, I’ve been through this before, and I know what a difference this makes. Why? I tried one one and said «It’s too small and too tight» and she adjusted the straps and VOILA! PERFECT!!! She’s really funny too. We chatted a bit and at the end I asked her name and she said «Sophia.» and I said «What?!! You’re THAT Sophia? I thought you’d be grouchy and not so friendly!» She laughed. She also had one of the women there sew stitches into the strap, so I can see the perfect level to re-​adjust the strap when putting it back on. Those two little stitches were surprisingly helpful! Even though this bra set me back *gulp* $ 200 (it’s an Empriente), I love love love it and take care of it in the same way as I did that one that I’ve had for 5 years (don’t cha know about amortizing clothing 50% by each year? As soon as I bought it, I felt like I was not only taking care of myself, my health (bad bras can compress breast tissue, affect posture etc — but that’s another post, I suppose)) and frankly, I feel like I“m taking care of myself and loving myself whenever I wear it!. I love this bra so much that I think I will name her. Thanks Sophia — I will be back!

Went to Sophia’s on a weekday afternoon looking for a medium-​sexy nude bra that would work under light-​coloured blouses. I’m no stranger to bra boutiques (Change, Secrets From Your Sister), as well as difficult fittings (36GG), and I really have to say that the service and selection at Sophia’s is outstanding.
Their stock definitely caters to a more mature taste, so you’ll find more black lace than pink leopard print here. However, that’s not to say everything is for moms and grannies.
Brands I noticed they carried include Empreinte, Fantasie and Simone Perele.
I myself bought an Empreinte bra, which was listed about $ 12 cheaper than SFYS, which I appreciated.
The sales ladies will ask your permission before coming into the change room and/​or touching/​adjusting your breasts. I was a bit anxious about this, as previous reviews indicated that they might be overly-​forward, but I felt that my boundaries were well-​respected, as the very professional sales lady always asked each time before entering and announced each adjustment as she performed it.
The only thing that would improve Sophia’s, in my opinion, is if they began to carry some «younger» brands, such as Freya and Curvy Kate.

So let’s face it, I don’t have huge boobs (anymore) but for whatever reason, partly resulting from having lost a significant amount of weight in my 20’s and partly resulting from having been pregnant, etc., they’re still awkwardly sized and no off-​the-​rack Victoria’s Secret or La Senza garment works. It’s unfortunate because La Senza sells bras for like, $ 12, which is what some people spend on lattes on a regular day.
I have literally been going to Sophia’s since I was a teenager. My mum used to wake me up bright and early on a Saturday to make the drive into «the city» from Brampton so I could get «proper» bras and be «properly sized» for them. In those days I was a 44 H (that’s a huge bitch, people!) and La Senza’s biggest size was a 42 D. Yep. Like half the size I needed.
And there were no speciality lingerie stores in Brampton that we knew of. We were often told to go to the States, because, like the people are way bigger there than here (?) but managed to find this little place, which is stocked to the gills with bras and panties and speciality lingerie (bridal stuff, etc.). And, if they don’t have something, they’ll order it.
Thank God they’re still open, because 15 years later, I still shop there. As an adult, I’ve come to realize that every woman has 3 bras and that they wear one of those (the same one) every day, one for «going out» and one is a super colourful/​fun/​nice bra that either doesn’t fit or doesn’t see the light of day because it’s wholly impractical. So I’m OK with the fact that I only buy 1 – 2 bras per year and that I wash them by hand, in my bathtub, like Rosie the Riveter.
Sophia’s has fantastic staff, excellent stock and «put you in your place» attitudes. Like when I pick things I like off the racks and ask to try demi-​bras or the like in my size and they smile, laugh and then bring me a bra more resembling a t-​shirt than anything remotely sexy. It’s all about practicality here.
Price is an interesting issue to wrap your head around. I’ve never paid less than $ 100 for one bra there. Most of their stock is from Paris or somewhere equally as chic-​chic. The fact that it fits, though, and doesn’t send you to the chiropractor weekly because your back is doing the work that your bra should be, is worth something.

I’ve always walked past Sophia’s going — dem are bras my Granny would wear. Let’s face it, no matter who you are, if you wear a bra, ultimately you want to look like a Victoria Secret model in it. Tits to the chin, sprouting angel wings, Gisele Bündchen style. Its true and you know it. Anything less is a bra you bought out of desperation at Walmart.
Anyway I was waiting for a bike tune up and went in just to see if a new bra may perk me up. Pun intended. After having a kid, you need something nice and sturdy to hold up those taataas. I was directed to a girl in the back who I immediately told «Nude, lift and separate, not too expensive!» and she pulled several bras which were great looking, the perfect fit, and in my price range.
Granted you’re going to drop $ 60+ in this store but that is what you should be paying for a bra that FITS you properly. 68% of women’s back problems and 43% of shoulder problems are related to bras that don’t fit you properly. I also make up figures 98% of the time but whatever, deal with my rationalities and unwillingness to google. Either way, the saleswoman was lovely, knew her bras, knew her fit, and wasn’t about to push an expensive bra on me. At one point I said: «do you have anything…» and she finished «less ugly?» YES PLEASE!
I ended up walking out with my name on the call list for when my bra pick shows up in a few weeks — so no pressure to buy on the spot. Love this place, the boobies are already beggin for another visit!

There might some hot little bra boutiques around town, but I don’t want someone telling me ‘It’s all good’ as they adjust my breasts. I want Sophia, sitting demurely in her chair and reading her book, as she suggests bra options to her assistant. I don’t mind that they both join me in the changing room, where a warm little hand might tuck me in or push me up. And I appreciate Sophia’s knowledge as she nods quietly, then suggests the perfect option. Very matter of fact, very wise. And I really appreciate that Sophia’s high end products come with a slightly lower price tag than a few other places I’ve tried.
The changing rooms aren’t fancy, but I don’t need a three way mirror. I just want someone to help me find the perfect undergarments, and get it right every time.