When I saw this bra reviewed by Sweetnothings and 2Cakesonaplate, I knew I could not resist.
The strappy bra hype is perhaps getting old, and I suspected Asteria would be an armpit attacker.. But look at that awesome back!

When Figleaves had a 30% discount on this style I just had to try my luck.
She arrived today and the sad news is, yes this is an unhappy armpit bra. Very wide in the front which makes the arm area chafey ☹️
The good news, the rest of the fit is pretty good - and I love the appearance.

Band: unlike 2Cakes I do think the band is pretty stretchy, I ... would have considered a 30 if the cupsizes went above G.
Cups: these are pretty deep, somewhat stretchy and thus quite forgiving for upper fullness. There is some bulging on my larger breast and some wrinkling on my smaller, so I think the cup size is spot on. Shape is natural, almost a bit pointy.
Gore: this is kind of low, good for me because tall gores always bother me!
Straps: things get tricky here. On the front, the area where the 4 straps attach to the cups is too wide for me. As mentioned, this really hurts my armpits (always a sensitive spot for me, so people with a better armpit tolerance may not mind as much). On the back, the wideness is also noticeable as the outermost straps on the 'wings' almost walk off my back and shoulders.
Fabrics: Bluebella seems to value their quality. Materials are comfy, feel sturdy and there's a sort of subtle pinstripe design going on, instead of using just plain black. For me personally, the meshy back band could be less stretchy.

Briefs: made from the same comfy materials. No pinstripe layer here though, which is a shame. Not sure if I love the way their straps are placed? I ordered a 16 for my generous butt. A 14 would have worked as well, the straps are almost too loose. Better than sausage straps though https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_wink.gif" alt=";)" />


So, final verdict: Very pretty bra, natural shape, unusual design. The back is definitely the main attraction!
But please beware of sensitive armpits.

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Updated on May 18, 2016 Flag this