Outer underwire digs painfully into boob. (Underwire too small?)

Updated on Feb 28, 2013 Flag this

I had the caramel color in a 30G. I usually wear a 32FF even though I measure 29 inches around, but I thought I'd try a 30 for once. This is also my first experience with Freya bras. The band for me was too tight on the loosest hook and it's not very stretchy. I'd say it probably runs small in the band. The cup size very good for me though; no quad boob or extra space. It is a very deep cup though; I had a slight wrinkling right at the apex of the cup.
The bra is very pretty and I love the color and the pattern. ... The material for the cups and the band is very soft compared to some of my Cleo bras. It has lace all around the outer edges, which didn't bother me for the short time I had it on. The straps are very thick and have a layer of embroidery to prevent slipping.
What I didn't like was the shape it gave me. I found that it had very little lift and that I could be much better off in other styles. I'm not sure if this will be the case for others, but for me it just didn't seem to do anything spectacular. I will be returning this bra because of the shape.
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Updated on Feb 27, 2013 Flag this

fizzlepop

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I bought this bra used from another bratabase user. Despite the stretched band length being the same as my CK's Ella and Emily, I find this band to be much comfier. The band stays wider near the middle of the back which I prefer.

There's probably a half centimeter gap between my sternum and the gore, but the gap is so negligible that I did not check that option. The cup is also wider than my CKs and doesn't press into my ribs under the armpit like they do.

Overall I'm very happy with this purchase

Updated on Feb 27, 2013 Flag this

This is an absolutely gorgeous bra, just a shame I couldn't get it in my size.

The russian doll print goes all the way around, and the colourful stripes on the top of the cup are really cute. The straps are thick, about 1" across, and the band is thick too which gives a lot of support, there's a tiny rubber strip across the top of the cups too, which keeps it in place.

The underwires are fairly narrow, typical of freya, but they are quite short too which is great if you're petite and have issues with underwires stabbing your underarms.

I can't comment too much on the fit of it, as it's not the right size for me, but I think it's quite true to it's size.

I'm probably going to buy this in a 28FF when it becomes available.

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Updated on Feb 27, 2013 Flag this

amy__rebecca

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ARGH, FREYA! Why are your bands so unpredictable? I received Lyla from a fellow user and while the cups fit, it's just too loose in the band. I'm beginning to think that I should order any Freya in a 28 band because 30's are way too loose and ride up. I also get a little bit of quadboob when I adjust the straps (no adjustment = no lift).

Lyla is beautiful--the magenta color is gorgeous and it seems like a great summer bra (no padding so no boob-sweat!), but unfortunately, the band and I are not getting along, and the cups aren't quite my friends, either.

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Updated on Feb 26, 2013 Flag this

cherry_cherry_bang_bang

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I really like this bra. It's the first bra I've owned that doesn't have parts digging in uncomfortably anywhere. Even after wearing the bra for 8+ hours at work, I still cannot feel the underwires digging in anywhere, which makes it a very comfortable bra.

The only problem is, the bra does have a slight tendency to shift down a bit so the underwires aren't sitting at the base of my breast, but it doesn't move much and the comfort isn't lessened much by this movement.

Updated on Feb 26, 2013 Flag this

The bra is beautiful, and I love how it looks on me.

Due to the sheer fabric, I can clearly see that the wires are an inch or so below my fold, and that the wires on the side are a bit too wide.

It was part of my first haul of bras in my real (well, close to) size. I know it is too big in the cup, but it is not too uncomfortable, and it still gives a good amount of support.

Updated on Feb 26, 2013 Flag this

This bra is pretty and quite comfortable. I measured the fit today, on the first day of my period, so I fill it out a bit more than I usually would. Normally I get a little gaping at the top, but I can't tell if that is just the lace trim, or actual cuppage that is not being filled. Today I am getting a bit of quad boob. The shape is a bit more pointy than I prefer, but that may just be me not being used to my natural shape.

I noticed that the wire marks when I took the bra off were about an inch or so below my actual fold, and it is a little less than an inch too wide. I'm pretty sure that means that the cup is too big. This one was also part of my first haul - wearable, but definitely not perfect.

Updated on Feb 26, 2013 Flag this

I'm slightly conflicted about this bra. Fit-wise, it's pretty good. It fits my smaller side just about perfectly and gives only a small amount of quad-boob on my larger side. Not enough to go up a cup size. The cups are definitely shallower than other Freya bras that I've tried, which is great for me. The biggest problem with the fit is the generous length of the band, which I intend to fix (or attempt to fix) with a rixie clip or some other method of band-tightening. Comfort-wise, band length is the only issue.

What I find odd about this bra is the fabric that covers the cups. ... It's certainly pretty enough (I love the pale green with white spots), but it seems to pucker, pull, and poof up, away from the underlying cup material, for no reason at all. It certainly doesn't give the bra the sort of nice, smooth surface that you'd expect. I'm not sure yet how obvious it'll be under different shirts, but I can't help thinking that Freya could have done a bit better by this lovely bra. Still, I really do love the appearance otherwise. I will be keeping this one and hopefully tightening up the band.
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Updated on Feb 25, 2013 Flag this

Wrinkled on the top where mesh met the regular fabric, probably not for bottom-heavy boobs! Gore was also digging into my sternum after a few minutes. Otherwise fit was really great, considering a 34F in the same style as it's a really pretty bra.

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Updated on Feb 25, 2013 Flag this

I get a bit of east/west in this bra and the cups are just a bit too separate for me. It doesn't cause any spillage, but I find it makes the center gore not lay flat.

Definitely not the bra for me. The fabric is cute though and I like the colors.

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Updated on Feb 24, 2013 Flag this

This is the first bra I've ever tried where the center gore wires keep shifting and trying to lay on top of each other. The lace on top also cuts in a bit causing some quadraboob, and I get a slight east/west look from this bra. Not quite what I am used to from Freya. Weird.

The band is nice and the straps are fairly comfortable.

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Updated on Feb 24, 2013 Flag this

First impression. Will update.

I'm still in shock about this bra and I have no clue on what to make out of it.

The cups measure 33 cm stretched over the knee. The wires are 18cm wide. The center gore is pushed outwards.

There's some slight gaping on top not visible under clothing. However as I scope and swoop the bra fills out more and more.

The band curls up under my boobs in the front which makes the bra become super tight on bottom. It doesn't seem to prevent breathing though. It's not very stable but the wires doesn't distort that easily. Only if I start to scope my madness out of it. Then I have to push them back in shape.

I don't know whether to consider this a purple shape or a green shape. I don't know whether I am to call it wide or narrow wires. I have no clue what so ever. I'm just completely confused.

I will now stack up on all longlines there is.

Updated on Feb 24, 2013 Flag this

This is probably the first bra since I started wearing the right size that gives me actual pressing-together cleavage. It's probably partly because of the plunge style. When I first put it on, it seemed like maybe it was half a cup size too big; there was some gaping along the edges of the cups. Tightening the straps helped a lot, though normally I wear them looser. As I wore it all day, things kind of migrated towards the middle, hence the cleavage, and it also made the cups seem like more the right size. I would say it seems a little bigger in the cup and the band than the Deco strapless I have in 30G, though of course a strapless should run tight. The cups on the strapless fit me better, without the slight gaping of the plunge style. I like the magenta color, though the zebra striped bows are not really my thing. This is a good bra for regular wear.

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Updated on Feb 24, 2013 Flag this

Again, Ivy is super cute! The fabric is forgiving, looks great, gives a flattering shape and lift, hides under most of my clothing, and it just all around flattering. However, I am still worried the band may stretch out too fast. Also, while this bra fits my larger breast, the smaller breast is swimming. It doesn't look bad under clothes, only when it's just me and Ivy. This bra is definitely for non-soft breasts with projection and is good for bottom heavy tatas.

C'mon, Freya. Let's work it out. Stop being so particular with my boobs!

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Updated on Feb 24, 2013 Flag this

cherry_cherry_bang_bang

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Ivy, you're so cute! Straps are comfortable, fabric is forgiving and flattering, shape is great, and lies flat under most of my clothing. The band feels super comfortable, but it makes me worry that it will stretch out rather quickly (and this bra seems like it may be a bitch to alter). My main issue is battling with cup size yet again. The cups are a bit too small for my larger breast and I have some quadboob going on. Ugh, between sizes yet again.

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Updated on Feb 24, 2013 Flag this

cherry_cherry_bang_bang

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This bra is adorable but I have some fit issues. It's a bit too small in the cup for my larger breast, but seems to fit fine elsewhere. The band could be a little bit tighter, but nothing a small alteration couldn't fix. Fairly comfortable, fabric is a little scratchy, but a washing/soak overnight could resolve that.

Other than that, it gives a great shape, doesn't show under most of my clothes (YAY), and feels comfy (no underwire poking, gore lies flat, wires are wide enough).

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Updated on Feb 24, 2013 Flag this

cherry_cherry_bang_bang

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Unsure about this one... cute styling, looks great, but unsure about the fit. 30G fits my larger breast, but I feel as though it may be too big elsewhere. Not necessarily a deal breaker, but...eh. Band is a bit loose. I could really use this in a 28, but Freya doesn't make the Patsy in a 28. Minor alterations could fix that issue, though.

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Updated on Feb 24, 2013 Flag this

cherry_cherry_bang_bang

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At first fitting, the band runs tight. However after a days wear, the band begins to ride up on me. My left breast is not satisfied with the cups and I have spillage from the front and sides. I could have lived with a 28 band, but may have needed to then size up to a G cup. For now, this bra will have to do.
Fabric is comfortable, straps are larger than I am used to, but not terrible (damn DD+ bras), underwire doesn't cut into my arms or sternum, center gore lies flat... my fit issue is with the cups and possibly the band. Straps are fully adjustable and not scratchy. Design is quite lovely. Gives a great shape, spillage aside (not extremely noticeable).

From my experience, Freya bras can run very similar WITHIN styles, but may be problematic between styles. This all depends on how tight you prefer your band and, of course, your breasts shape vs. cup shape. Still, this bra is beautiful...so I'm settling with the spillage.

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Updated on Feb 24, 2013 Flag this

cherry_cherry_bang_bang

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Straps are fully adjustable, 6 hooks in back, half cup, great lift and shape...I just love this bra so much. It's hands-down the favorite bra I own.

This bra is a bit too small in the cup for my larger breast and even a bit small in the cup for my other breast. Between the Piper and Ivy longlines, the Piper definitely runs a bit smaller in the cup, due in part, I'm sure, to the black lace trim pulling at the outer edge of the cup.

Despite the minor fit issues, I love the Piper so much that I kept both the 30FF and the 30G. If I lose weight and couldn't fit into the 30G any longer, I won't have to have my heart broken 'cause I gots me a back up https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />

Updated on Feb 24, 2013 Flag this

cherry_cherry_bang_bang

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