Cleo Balcony Bra, Thong and Suspender Belt Set: Fit Notes

Quick answer

Order the Cleo set in your usual bra band and cup size, then treat the thong and suspender belt as separate fit decisions. The balcony bra is the anchor piece, so if the cups or band feel off, size the bra first and accept that the thong may need a different brief size. If you want one set that covers bra, brief and suspender in a single coordinated look, Cleo is the most complete option in the current range.

What makes the Cleo set a three-piece rather than a bra plus brief

Most lingerie sets are sold as a bra and a matching brief, which leaves you to source a suspender belt separately and hope the shade and hardware line up. The Cleo balcony bra, thong and suspender belt set arrives as a coordinated trio: balcony bra, silk side thong and a front-fastening suspender belt. That front fastening is the practical detail worth noting, because it changes how you put the set on and how easily you can adjust the belt once it is sitting on your hips.

The set is made by Fleur of England's partners in Portugal using soft recycled tulle in lilac, with fluorescent coral embroidery inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi. Because all three pieces share that tulle and embroidery, the set reads as one look rather than three separates that happen to match. If you have previously bought a bra and then struggled to find a suspender belt in the same fabric, that coordination is the main reason to choose this set over building one yourself.

How the balcony bra should fit before you judge the rest of the set

A balcony bra is cut to sit lower on the cup so the upper breast is lifted and framed rather than fully covered. That means the fit check happens in two places. First, the band should sit level around your ribcage and stay put when you raise your arms; if it rides up at the back, the band is too loose and the cups will not stay anchored. Second, the top edge of the cup should lie flat against your skin without cutting in or gaping away. A gap along the top edge usually means the cup is too large or the balcony shape is not matching your upper breast fullness.

Because the balcony bra is the piece that carries the set visually, get its fit right before you assess the thong or belt. A bra that fits well will make the thong and suspender belt sit correctly, since the belt hangs from the waist and the thong sits below it. If the bra is wrong, the whole set looks off even when the other two pieces are fine.

Thong and suspender belt fit: two separate checks

The thong in this set is a silk side thong, which means the side straps are the part that determines comfort. Check that the side straps sit flat against your hips rather than twisting or digging in, and that the front panel lies smooth. If you normally size up in briefs for comfort, do the same here rather than assuming the bra size carries across.

The suspender belt is a front-fastening style, so it opens at the front rather than the back. That makes it easier to step into and adjust, but it also means the belt needs to sit firmly enough on your waist to hold the suspender straps taut. If the belt slides down when you move, the straps will lose tension and the stockings will sag. Adjust the suspender straps after the belt is fastened, not before, so the tension is set against the belt's final position.

Where the Cleo set sits against the rest of the range

Cleo is the boldest of the current three-piece options: lilac tulle with coral embroidery and a front-fastening belt. If you want something quieter for regular wear, the Signature set in black uses French eyelash lace and silk, and the Fleur du Jour set in blush is the most minimal of the group with silk and Italian tulle. The Simone set takes a different route again with red lace, bespoke embroidery and 24k gold-plated hardware.

The trade-off is straightforward. Cleo gives you the strongest colour and embroidery story and a suspender belt that fastens at the front, which is easier to manage. The plainer sets are easier to wear under everyday clothing and easier to mix with pieces you already own. If you are buying your first three-piece set and want it to feel like an occasion, Cleo is the one that reads most clearly as a set.

Decision rules for buying the Cleo set

• If the bra band rides up when you raise your arms: Size down in the band or check that you are not between band sizes, because a loose band will let the balcony cups drift and the suspender belt will sit lower than intended. Fix the bra first; the rest of the set depends on it.
• If you want a suspender belt you can put on without help: Choose Cleo, because its suspender belt fastens at the front rather than the back, which is easier to step into and adjust alone. Front fastening is the practical reason to pick this set.
• If you need the set to work under everyday clothing: Choose the Signature set in black or the Fleur du Jour set in blush instead, since lilac tulle with coral embroidery is designed to be seen rather than hidden. Match the set to where it will be worn.
• If you prefer more coverage than a thong: Look at the Simone set, which pairs the balcony bra with a Brazilian brief rather than a thong, though it does not include a suspender belt. Decide on the lower half before you commit to the trio.

Product facts behind these fit notes

• Cleo Balcony Bra, Thong and Suspender Belt: Cleo balcony bra, thong and suspender belt set in soft recycled lilac tulle with fluorescent coral embroidery inspired by Kintsugi, completed with a silk side thong and a front-fastening suspender belt, made in Portugal. The front-fastening belt is the detail that changes how you put the set on, and the shared tulle and embroidery mean all three pieces match without you sourcing a belt separately.
• Signature Black Luxury Lace Balcony Bra, Thong & Suspender Belt: Signature balcony bra, thong and suspender belt set in black, made from French eyelash lace exclusive to Fleur of England paired with silk, with a silk wing lined with power mesh. A useful comparison if you want the same three-piece format in a neutral colour rather than lilac and coral, and the power-mesh-lined wing is the part that affects how the band holds.
• Fleur du Jour Blush Balcony Bra & Thong: Fleur du Jour balcony bra and thong in blush, made in Portugal using silk and Italian tulle, with a three-piece cup balcony bra and silk wing. This is a bra-and-thong set rather than a full trio, so choose it if you do not need a suspender belt and want the simplest everyday option.
• Simone lace balcony Bra & Brazilian Brief: Simone lace balcony bra and Brazilian brief in red, with lace cups, embroidered wings, bespoke embroidery and 24k gold-plated hardware, designed in the UK and made in Portugal. The Brazilian brief is a different lower half from a thong, so pick Simone if you prefer more coverage and gold hardware over a suspender belt.

Who the Cleo balcony bra, thong and suspender belt set suits

Best for

• Buyers who want bra, thong and suspender belt in one coordinated set rather than sourcing a matching belt separately
• Anyone who wants a suspender belt that fastens at the front for easier dressing
• Shoppers who want a bold lilac and coral look for occasions rather than a neutral everyday set

Not for

• Buyers who need a set that disappears under everyday clothing, who should choose the Signature or Fleur du Jour set instead
• Anyone who prefers more coverage than a thong, who should look at the Simone set with its Brazilian brief
• Shoppers who do not wear stockings and would be paying for a suspender belt they will not use