36FF - Freya » Offbeat Plunge Bra (5452)
The offbeat side support bra does not work for me, because the gore is too tall, so I decided to give the plunge version a try.
here are some differences between those 2 bras:
Freya Offbeat Side Support Bra (5451)
-2 hook or 3 hook closure
- double layered cup
- stretchy lace upper cup
- 4 part side support construction
- taller ... gore
Freya Offbeat Plunge Bra (5452)
- has only 1 (!) hook to close at the back. It looks kinda cute though.
- single layer cup / more sheer
- lace on top is sheer but not stretchy
- 3 part plunge bra construction
- lower gore
The Plunge works better for me, because the gore is lower and does not hurt me. The cup shape is good, it give a bit a more natural shape compared to the very round shape of the side-support bra.
I am on the fence about the 1 hook construction. I don't have heavy boobs that need a ton of support but it feels a bit too lightweight still. Also the band is too loose for me and I already wear it on the tightest setting. I chose the sister size to my usual 34G because I wanted to have this macaroon / yellow colour way so bad and it was already sold out in most sizes. If I ever buy another one of these I would buy the 34G.
Apart from that I really like this bra, it's comfortable enough to wear all day and looks really pretty!
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Updated on May 02, 2024 Flag this
I tried this bra a while ago - in the wrong size & never pursued finding a better fit. Recently I received one in my correct size as part of a Grab Bag Special. I was surprised at how much I liked it. As you noted, the lace is soft & it provides a round shape.
Unlike you, I found the band TIGHT. My stretched 28-band measures ~68 cm. I need to wear it with an extender. I believe there are 8 bras measured in my size & they all measure tight.
The lace cup is not as forgiving on my fuller-on-top tissues, causing some quad-boob on my larger side.
My ToS is NOT irritated, so that's a plus 😁!
I tried the Offbeat Plunge (which I see you have too). I didn't like that one. I should have known, as it's based on the Freya Fancies. I have a Freya Fancies, but it's not a favorite.
If you get a new Offbeat Side Support in 34-band, I'd have an extender on hand.
Oh! Regarding the gore discomfort - you could consider bending the wires out a bit. There is space in the wire channels. I moved my wires back (towards the axilla) & considered sewing the channel off at the gore. If that makes sense. I've washed my bra a few times and after mild manipulation, the gore isn't bothersome to me.