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! read more

I had been buying bras for years which never seem to fit properly until I discovered Sophia yesterday. She caters to all sizes and styles to accommodate her clientele. I strongly recommend Sophia. I cannot believe I had not known of this gem of a store for all those years. Her selection is not only in bras but also in pyjamas, night gowns, bathing suits, etc . etc. read more

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. read more

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. read more

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!! read more

I just had a great experience at Sophia's. It is certainly no fancy bra boutique like some others I had recently checked, so I was a little wary at first. I was looking for a strapless bra for a bridesmaid's dress, which fit a little awkwardly in the bust. I was trying to avoid having the dress altered if at all possible. Sophia found me a few options, taking into consideration that I was conscious of price but that I needed something very specific. She had me bring in the dress and came into the change room and helped me not only into my dress, but into the bra as well. It was no biggie for her to reach into the bra and shift my boob into position, but the casual no-nonsense way she went about fitting me put me at ease and made me comfortable enough that a stranger's hand in my bra cup really was no biggie. She then had me walk around, jump, twirl, and move about to make sure the bra didn't show and confirmed that the bra meant I didn't have to go for alterations. But one step above her being good at her job-- Sophia also discovered that the manufacturer of my dress had sewn the hook and eye down so that it couldn't be done up properly. So she had her employee remove and resew the hook right there while I waited. She carefully removed the extra ribbon inside (for hanging) and then repinned it in a way that allowed me to hang it up without it getting caught in the zipper. She folded up the extra straps the dress came with and sealed them in a tissue paper envelope, which she labeled for me. She gave my dress, which came from a whole other store, the same care and attention she gave to fitting the miracle bra she found me. I will definitely be returning to Sophia's, not just because of the convenient location, but because of how much she cares. read more

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. read more

The bra fitting did not work at all for me and I felt that I was sold expensive bras that were the wrong size. I went back with one and they altered it but it never really fit properly. Shortly after purchasing the bras, I was out shopping with a friend and as I was trying on clothes she said to me "you need a new bra"-hmmm the one I was wearing had just been purchased a few weeks prior. I will take a pass on this shop in the future. read more

I went here with huge expectations because of all the good reviews. Little bit let down - good service but then trying my bra on at home I'm not even sure the fit is ideal, I spill out a bit. Also super pricey for anything pretty. read more

Wow! I walked in and asked for help finding a particular style of bra for my wedding dress. As I was walking to the back, the employee helping me grabbed a bra from the racks. It was my size! She judged correctly from a quick look at me with clothing on! She spent the next half hour bringing me different options and perfecting fit. I ended up with the perfect bra for my wedding dress and I ordered a gorgeous strapless as well (another type of bra I seemingly can never find). Will definitely be coming here for bras from now on! read more

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 ! read more

I found Sophia's to be an unpretentious, no-nonsense store. The staff were extremely knowledgable, offering many options. I would definately recommend this store. Be aware, that it is not the sickly sweet, attitude driven store that one might find elsewhere. read more

Worst customer service ever!! Sophia, the owner, sold me two bras that were the wrong size. She justified this because I was in need for a wedding. Her products are way over priced since I found the same things elsewhere much cheaper. When I went in to ask for the right size and to return the wrong sized bras, she told me it wasn't her problem, since I agreed to buy them. A salesperson who has no ethics or conscience doesn't deserve to have customer loyalty. I will never shop there again. Be warned!!! read more

First and last time to this store! Terrible customer service! There were three store employees, but one lady stood around, one sat on a chair (as no other customers were present), and I was told to wait in a change room for the one employee who was already busy assisting another customer. This made no sense, but I waited patiently. Finally when she came to help me, I asked for a strapless bra, she brought me a bustier. I tried it on and the employee was really rough on my dress zipping it up. This was a $700 + new dress for my daughter's wedding, that I had brought with me to the store. I think she damaged my dress! Then she walked out and left me, continued to attend to the other customer, then she started talking to the other two employees. My daughter and I chatted and decided the bustier was not for me. I was left standing there with nothing else to try on, while the three employees chatted and then I heard the lady who was helping me say "I am going to cash out this customer". I didn't like the sounds of that, why was I left waiting for help, with no strapless bra to try on, while the person who was helping me would go to 'cash out" her customer. So I said "I have nothing to try on, can you please bring me something to try on?" My attendant looked at me in an angry way, I have no idea why. There were two other employees, it made no sense that the person who was helping the only customer who was in the store (apart from the one who had done trying and was now ready to pay) also had to do cash. She then asked the other employees if someone else could do the cash, and finally brought me two bras to try. This time, as she began to be harsh on my zipper again, I had to tell her "Stop!! my daughter will do up my dress!" Seriously, some of the beading around the zipper was coming loose because of her roughness. The two bras she brought me to try were not suitable, but by then I had decided I would not buy anything from them, and I will never go back there again. If you don't need some type of larger size bra, don't go there, go anywhere else, most department stores carry up to 40 D. This store is way over rated! read more

money well spent with care instructions to keep your bra/lingerie nice for years - second time I went in they knew my size had changed without my saying a word - no bs - just the truth and they won't sell you one that isn't appropriate for you - they'll order in for you - they'll find another one if the one you usually wear is no longer in production - just tell them you want underwire, not not and what you'll be wearing it under and leave it up to them - they never disappoint but go in during the week b/c Saturdays are very busy read more

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. read more