Freya Fancies was one of my favorite bras when I was a solid 28DD, thanks to the fact that it's pretty, comfortable, and comes in a beautiful assortment of colors. It took me a few tries to find the correct size as I started my journey with a 28D that I didn't immediately realize was too small and altered and wore for a while before switching to 28DD. However, since I have gone up a cup size in recent months, I noticed the 28DD's wires were too narrow and cutting in on the sides, and the closed top would dig into my roots. I decided ...to size up to the 28E, and I'm glad it still works for me! This review is specifically to discuss how the 28DD fit me, as I am currently a 28E, and my review under 28E is more comprehensive regarding the bra itself.
When I was a true 28DD, my shape was less rounded than it is now, and I was more FOB with a shallower top. I would have trouble at the time filling out the upper cup of other styles, like many other Freya plunges (Fearne, Sansa) and most of the Cleo/Panache bras I tried. This bra surprised me because it actually gave me a really nice rounded shape, very different from the pictures posted here of others wearing the 28D-DD-E size range and looking deflated. The measurements on this bra run deeper than similar size bras, but I believe it's due to the tall plunge cups, since my normal size has always worked for me in this bra.
The wires needed more adjustment for me in this size, however. The 28DD wires tend to have a strong J shape, and I need more C shaped wires. I always had to reshape them if they came in very J to open them up more, and I now realize that it's because the wires were too narrow for me and I really needed something wider. Thankfully the cup shape still worked for me once. the wires were opened up, and the 28DD was a great depth on me. So, I think this bra would suit both narrow and wider breasts as the wires are easy to adjust.
The band runs big, however, so while it works for me, it's hardly what I would call snug. If possible, I'd recommend sizing down in the band and sister sizing up to your normal cup size's equivalent. However, the shape of the cups really suits a round shape best, so I would not recommend this style if you are very shallow or if you are empty on top. It is a super comfortable bra and I love it for summer. Highly recommended if it suits your shape! Read more 364 more words
Freya Fancies was one of my favorite bras when I was a solid 28DD, thanks to the fact that it's pretty, comfortable, and comes in a beautiful assortment of colors. It took me a few tries to find the correct size as I started my journey with a 28D that I didn't immediately realize was too small and altered and wore for a while before switching to 28DD. However, since I have gone up a cup size in recent months, I noticed the 28DD's wires were too narrow and cutting in on the sides, and the closed top would dig into my roots. I decided ...to size up to the 28E, and I'm glad it still works for me! This review is specifically to discuss how the 28DD fit me, as I am currently a 28E, and my review under 28E is more comprehensive regarding the bra itself.
When I was a true 28DD, my shape was less rounded than it is now, and I was more FOB with a shallower top. I would have trouble at the time filling out the upper cup of other styles, like many other Freya plunges (Fearne, Sansa) and most of the Cleo/Panache bras I tried. This bra surprised me because it actually gave me a really nice rounded shape, very different from the pictures posted here of others wearing the 28D-DD-E size range and looking deflated. The measurements on this bra run deeper than similar size bras, but I believe it's due to the tall plunge cups, since my normal size has always worked for me in this bra.
The wires needed more adjustment for me in this size, however. The 28DD wires tend to have a strong J shape, and I need more C shaped wires. I always had to reshape them if they came in very J to open them up more, and I now realize that it's because the wires were too narrow for me and I really needed something wider. Thankfully the cup shape still worked for me once. the wires were opened up, and the 28DD was a great depth on me. So, I think this bra would suit both narrow and wider breasts as the wires are easy to adjust.
The band runs big, however, so while it works for me, it's hardly what I would call snug. If possible, I'd recommend sizing down in the band and sister sizing up to your normal cup size's equivalent. However, the shape of the cups really suits a round shape best, so I would not recommend this style if you are very shallow or if you are empty on top. It is a super comfortable bra and I love it for summer. Highly recommended if it suits your shape! Read more 364 more words
Freya Fancies was one of my favorite bras when I was a solid 28DD, thanks to the fact that it's pretty, comfortable, and comes in a beautiful assortment of colors. It took me a few tries to find the correct size as I started my journey with a 28D that I didn't immediately realize was too small and altered and wore for a while before switching to 28DD. However, since I have gone up a cup size in recent months, I noticed the 28DD's wires were too narrow and cutting in on the sides, and the closed top would dig into my roots. I decided ...to size up to the 28E, and I'm glad it still works for me! This review is specifically to discuss how the 28DD fit me, as I am currently a 28E, and my review under 28E is more comprehensive regarding the bra itself.
When I was a true 28DD, my shape was less rounded than it is now, and I was more FOB with a shallower top. I would have trouble at the time filling out the upper cup of other styles, like many other Freya plunges (Fearne, Sansa) and most of the Cleo/Panache bras I tried. This bra surprised me because it actually gave me a really nice rounded shape, very different from the pictures posted here of others wearing the 28D-DD-E size range and looking deflated. The measurements on this bra run deeper than similar size bras, but I believe it's due to the tall plunge cups, since my normal size has always worked for me in this bra.
The wires needed more adjustment for me in this size, however. The 28DD wires tend to have a strong J shape, and I need more C shaped wires. I always had to reshape them if they came in very J to open them up more, and I now realize that it's because the wires were too narrow for me and I really needed something wider. Thankfully the cup shape still worked for me once. the wires were opened up, and the 28DD was a great depth on me. So, I think this bra would suit both narrow and wider breasts as the wires are easy to adjust.
The band runs big, however, so while it works for me, it's hardly what I would call snug. If possible, I'd recommend sizing down in the band and sister sizing up to your normal cup size's equivalent. However, the shape of the cups really suits a round shape best, so I would not recommend this style if you are very shallow or if you are empty on top. It is a super comfortable bra and I love it for summer. Highly recommended if it suits your shape! Read more 364 more words
Overall, this is a great bra! It would be good for someone with shallow depth and wide root, but not wide-set. It doesn't have enough sideboob coverage to avoid spillage. Either wider set cups, or a taller band would have helped.
This bra doesn't quite fit me; the band is too long and I don't fill out the cups completely, due to size or shape (not sure which). I love the fabric, which feels cool and comfortable compared to the typical molded-cup American bras that I'm used to. The bra itself provides good projection and lift even though it isn't the right size. I have close round boobs, low nipples, and a narrow root, so I think the bra could work for this shape if the size is correct. The color (aquamarine) and pattern (dots) on the sheer fabric is a fun, pretty combination.
Sexy and unique design on this bra in my opinion. The cups are firm in their shape. Though there is a flexibility to them, they are quite pre-molded to their shape. My breasts are shallow on the top, so at first I was worried that I would not fill out the top of this bra. Once I do a scoop and swoop it is in place and fits well. My biggest dislike with this bra is that after an extended period of time, I do not find it comfortable. The material the straps are made of probably contributes to the least comfortable element of the bra.
I love this bra. It looks so good when it fits - and it does for a while, and might keep that way throughout the day depanding on what I'm wearing. If I have a tight top that will help keep my boobs in place, but I have an issue with spillage. I don't know what the problem is, if it just doesn't fit my shape or I'm wearing the wrong size. I used to have perfect fit with Freya Deco but I lost a lot of weight. Are my boobs too pendulous for this fit? Advice appreciated!
Fits nicely, very happy with the as a first try of my new size. Gore lies perfectly flat, wires are comfortable for wide root & shallow boobs, band is tight, but not too tight, and supportive. Shape looks good.
This bra actually almost fit! It’s certainly the closest of any of the deco line. Unfortunately it ultimately had the same issues as the others: no projection at the wire, and the cups being pushed away from my body making the band too tight.
This bra doesn’t have much projection at the wire, and felt too tight because it was being pushed away from my body. I imagine this might be a very comfortable bra for someone with a different shape.
I was very surprised when this bra fit as well as it did, given that my experience with the deco vibe was so negative. Unfortunately there was not quite enough projection at the wire, making this bra a miss for me.
This bra was a definite shape mismatch for me. The wires were too tall, and too narrow, and the band seemed big for me. The cups are very close together and the wire is very thick and dug into my sternum painfully. The cups were a little big for me, I would probably go down a size if I were going to try again. Because of the placement of the wires and the way the bra is sewn, you have to climb through it like a pull on sports bra before fastening the clip behind you. Pulling it on with those aggressive wires was easier said than done, I wouldn’t recommend this bra to anyone who has trouble with their arms or shoulders.
I tried this bra in a 28FF which is my usual size, but it fit me oddly, the proportions were right but the placement didn’t work for me. Something about this wire was also terribly painful, putting a weird pressure on my sternum that made it unwearable. Overall it seemed like a shape mismatch.
As much as I thought I liked a bra with simple lines, apparently I am a sucker for pretty, floral embroidery, and this bra has it. I have heard that Freya Rhea is made on the Fancies framework, which may be, as I haven't tried it, but my other currently best fitting bra is Freya Hero, and the fit is not too different. Like Hero, which also claims to be a plunge but is really only plunge-ish, the gore is a bit high for my very close set boobs, but it just makes it without being uncomfortable. The three part cup gives a fairly natural shape. I don't ...have a lot of volume on top, so no problem with quadding, but the cups and edge of Rhea are non-stretch lace, which could make it problematic for someone more top-full. The non-stretch lace does have the benefit of making the bra feel firmer and more supportive. I am short, and I think my roots are fairly short as well, so for me at least, this bra has a lot of coverage for a plunge, like Hero. The rose gold center ornament is a little weird - it does look like a bra slider - but I can live with it. Overall, a supportive and comfortable bra, with that pretty embroidery that makes it just a little better than your average black bra. Read more 123 more words
Not a bad fit. The wires are bit high in the middle for one as close set as I - the gore is 2.8" and I am better with 2.5" or lower, but they are hard to find in a supportive bra. I like the side support and the fact that the cups are narrower than many other bras - the result is a better shape and fit. The straps are not too narrow, which is good. The bra is also sheer- my husband remarked on this, and I am pretty sure not in a bad way. For such a sheer bra, it does cover a lot of ...boob. Fortunately, it does not have a lot of volume high up (as I do not either), so there is no wrinkling. I almost bought this bra several times before, but I didn't really need it, and wasn't sure it would fit. I am happy to say that it does fit, and with a drawer full of bras that are worn out and/or now don't fit, I will probably be buying more. Read more 72 more words
My only bra that fits well. Very minor strap gap, and I wish the straps were a bit wider, but otherwise a good fit for my close set and bottom full boobs.
