- Center gore placement:
- Doesn't lie flat against sternum
- Underwire length:
- Runs too high under the arm, it pokes
- Top of the cup:
- Cuts into breast tissue (quad boob effect)
- Cups separation:
- Too separate for my boobs
- Center gore comfort:
- Underwires dig into sternum, because they are too high
- Strap separation:
- Are too far apart
Bra » Fantasie » Alicia Side Support Bra (9142) » 32G » Bras » Owner
Measurements
| Measurement | Cm |
|---|---|
| Search by measurements | |
| Fits ribcage | 0.0 |
| B. perimeter | 0.0 |
| Stretched Band | 0.0 |
| Band Length | 0.0 |
| Stretch ratio | 0.0 |
| Cup width | 0.0 |
| Cup depth | 0.0 |
| Depth ratio | 0.0 |
| Wire length | 0.0 |
| Cup height | 0.0 |
| Cup separation | 0.0 |
| Gore height | 0.0 |
| Wing height | 0.0 |
| Strap width | 0.0 |
| Hooks | 0 |
Labeled as
| Index | 32:9 |
|---|---|
| UK | 32G |
Review
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Didn't fit
So I don't own this bra anymore - but for me this used to fit like a pretty 'typical' UK 32G. No very noticeable excesses in cup depth, width or height.
Fantasie bands do tend to run a tad large, like Freya's, so this 32 fit me on the tightest hook. The shape is somewhat vintage/pointy, but in a way that I don't mind.
There are some common fit issues for me, that apply to most of my 'off the rack' bras with no alterations:
- Strap placement (too wide)
- Gore (too high)
- Cup edge (too closed off)
- Projection (not quite enough)
Most of these issues just have to do with my build I guess: tall-ish roots, close set (when supported), more projection than I used to think, and apparently I have a sensitive armpit area? My FOT tissue makes me prefer a stretchy upper cup (which Alicia sadly doesn't have) - and often I lean towards too-small-ish rather than too-large-ish bras.
Some of these issues have actually eased a bit over time, with my breast size 'settling' over the past couple years, some aging / gravity and also losing a tiny bit of weight, my upper fullness has gone down a bit - which makes average cups cutting in slightly less of a problem. There's always a bright side, right? (;
Also, despite these (normal to me) minor fit issues, Alicia was actually very wearable, quite comfortable, the fit was pretty decent overall.
I did love the general black & pink 'blossomy' aesthetic of this bra!
However as I owned wayyyy too many not-quite-perfect bras; when I moved countries last year it didn't make the cut.
It ended up finding a good home with a friend's sister though!
Alicia -in different colorways- as well as her sister cuts are still pretty widely available (eBay, BareNecessities, Bravissimo) and I think they could work very well for many people. All in all it's a supportive yet 'dainty' looking bra, that is well suited to a variety of shapes I would think!This bra is not owned any more
Updated on Nov 19, 2020 Flag this
