Olivia is one of the few bras that fit me at 28DD/30D and still fits at 28E/30DD, so I've been on a quest to pick up another one. I tried the 30DD, but as it is cut for FOT shapes, I couldn't fill out the upper cup. Thus, I decided to stick with my original size of 30D despite it being a bit small. Right now, this size feels rather tight, but as it is so stretchy, it is still comfortable. I was able to order two more from eBay as I wanted these as everyday unlined bras for summer wear. This is my second of two Raspberry Olivias since I got this one for a great price. Unfortunately this one arrived with a funky odor, so I am returning it and reordering another one.

The band is nice and firm, made with stretch lace jacquard double lined powermesh. While the materials overall are super soft, some of the colorways have slightly stiffer wings than others, which is a minor difference but worth noting.

The measurements are extremely consistent between all the Olivias, which I really appreciate. In my current size, the bottom cup is a bit small, but passable. The bottom cup of the 30DD was better. The upper cut stretches and fits me well, so on me you can't tell that the cut is for FOT shapes as I am relatively even and can't usually fill out FOT bras. I'd really prefer the bottom cup and wires of the 30DD with the upper cup of the 30D, but you sometimes have to make do! My only complaint about the bra that I just noticed recently is that the center (horizontal) cup seam is rather thick and can be visible under clothing. I think the fabric used on this bra is so invisible that the seams are more noticeable than on an average unlined bra. Unfortunately, this makes it less than ideal for tight clothing, but I think it's still a great lightweight bra for everyday wear.

Construction-wise, I love this bra. The band is super firm and feels secure, and even though it measures as a 30, it feels like a snug 28 and is very comfortable for me. It is a full band style which I prefer. The band is solid powermesh with jacquard elastic lace overlay, so it has two layers of stretch, and the bottom band elastic is firm. The upper cup is the same stretch jacquard lace as used on the band, and it's super soft and comfortable. It is very similar to the upper cup lace of the Fantasie Illusion Side Support bra that I also find to be very comfortable, as it also has.a flat-knit stretch edge that really lays flat on the body without any bulk. The bottom cup is made from polka dot mesh lined with super soft tricot, so they feel a little more like the cups on the Cleo Marcie or Curvy Kate Princess bras, rather than the firm and supportive fabric of the Thea. The polka dot design continues onto the straps, which are fully adjustable, and the only decoration is a bow at the center gore.

I have now collected Raspberry, Cobalt, and Navy in 30D and have found them all to be lovely!

Raspberry colorway

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Updated on Jun 25, 2020 Flag this

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