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Description: a purple molded-cup balcony style bra with black mesh overlay. Embroidered ribbons and check pattern on edges of the black mesh. Fully adjustable black straps with ruched ribbon detail on straps. Black mesh powernet band with 2 hook-and-eye closure.


Pros: The straps are fully adjustable and are thinner than most of my newer (/better fitting) bras. I appreciate the thinner straps because I will be able to hide them better during the summer with racerback or thin-strapped camis/tanks. I also feel as though they will be less of a hassle should I use a bra converter (again, thanks to the ruching and thinness). The ruched ribbon detail on ... the straps, while a bit of a pain at first to adjust, prevents the straps from loosening throughout the day. This bra doesn't poke or stab me under the arms and the center gore lies flat and does so without stabbing me as well. There is no quadboob (some with the larger breast, but a minor strap adjustment fixed that) or spillage and I feel secure in this bra. I can wear this with a v-neck,



Cons: It's a balcony-style bra, so the shape isn't my favorite, but I can see where in certain situations this bra will serve me better than others (office environments maybe?). It gives a "my-boobs-but-better" appearance under clothing and exaggerates my hourglass shape BUT it does give a little east/west point----not so much that my tatas are in my armpits, but enough to "push" an exaggerated figure 8 from the front (and make me think of torpedo-tits when I look down at my chest) and does flatten out the silhouette due to the lack of forward projection. The band is *FIRM* and runs a bit tight, I think. This may be causing some distortion of the cups/wires on me, but by the end of the day (even with an extender) the wires dig into my ribs HORRIBLY on my sides. I don't want to bend the wires because I think the overall effect of this bra is not the most flattering on me and I will probably let this one go in favor of the Cleo Marcie.

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I want to like the Charlotte so bad. It looks amazing and gives a great shape, but the fit it just...off. This bra is tricky to fit. The cups run about 1-2 sizes too small and the band is pretty loose for 30. The upper portion of the cup cuts into my breast tissue in an odd manner as well and had it not been for this, I could have forgave a lot of sins with this bra. I may have to sell this bra.

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This bra is very comfortable and yet still gives amazing cleavage! Take that VS! The band is firm and is in line with the front of the bra, the straps are fully adjustable and very soft, and it doesn't show underneath clothing (unless it's super thin and clingy--a deadly combo).

Unfortunately, I am really between sizes on this bra. I think I need a 28G but I am afraid that the cups will, like my other bras, come up too high and cut into my arms. Deco, I just want to love you, stop being so difficult!

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PROS: Comfortable! Straps are fully adjustable. Underwires do not poke or prod. Very comfortable, lightweight bra--it doesn't feel heavy or matronly. The padding is very thing and light. It does not add bulk, but rather helps even out shape and protect you from over-exposure in colder climates.Very attractive bra, nice shape, does not flatten but enhances natural shape. Overall, the Freya Patsy is very cute and quite flattering!

However...

CONS: Masks uneven breasts nicely, however, did not cover my left breast entirely (spillage, cut into breast tissue, etc). Band runs VERY loose, as do straps. Realistically, I could have afforded to go down a band size and up ... 2 cup sizes to correct for this issue. The material is very scratchy (to sensitive skin) at first but subsides with wearing. The center gore did not lie flat on me but rather began to lift onto my left breast, most likely due to the cup being too small. I may try to alter the center gore...it may just be too wide for my breasts, I'm not sure.

CONCLUSION: If you're between sizes (like me!) size up a cup. Straps are fully adjustable and structure seems strong enough to withstand cupcakes for correcting uneven fit (if dramatic size difference between breasts).
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I LOVE THIS BRA. The pattern is adorable and looks really cute under loose clothes for layering/peek-a-boo looks. The cups are soft and comfortable and give a good shape. The straps are fully adjustable and soft against the skin. The lace trimming doesn't scratch or dig in.

Con: the "longline" aspect of it, though giving excellent support, is a little flimsy--the band flips up throughout the day. No matter to me, I love my Piper and can look past this issue.

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OMG, sooo comfy! This bra gives great lift and a nice shape. The straps are fully adjustable and very comfortable (not scratchy unlike some Freya straps). The band is firm, but could be a wee bit tighter, but I do prefer a tighter band overall. The wires do not dig, nor do they poke. The lace overlay is not noticeable under clothing, but will obviously show under semi-sheer or very thin tops (think layering shirts). Unfortunately, this bra does show a bit under a heavy white cotton t-shirt (again, clingy), but not other colored clingy cotton tees.

My only con is that the cup cuts into my larger breast and during a days wear I would have shifting and quad-boobage. If you're on the smaller side of a 30F, go for it! If between sizes, order a cup up. Also, if you are a true 28, do not order this bra! It will likely stretch out too fast and no longer be supportive.

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The perils of local lingerie boutiques and their "fitting" techniques. For all intents and purposes, this bra appeared to fit on me in the fitting room. I, enamored with the beauty of the bra and the fit in the room, purchase it despite being shocked at the price.

Imagine my shock when I return home and it suddenly doesn't fit my breasts without the magic "adjustments" made by said fitter.

Kinda pissed because my left breast is almost hanging out of this bra, whereas my right breast is verging from being properly fitted to now contemplating joining its partner in crime.

The look and feel of this bra is wonderful, hence my purchase--I became enamored with the shape, comfort, and appearance of the bra (not dowdy/matronly at all!); however the fit is ill now, and I am upset. If you are between cup sizes, beware--the perils of black-dyed fabric may be making this bra unnecessarily tighter, so you may wish to go up a cup. Despite this, the band fits more like a 30 than 32.

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Description: a black/silver padded balcony bra. Fully adjustable straps, ribbon details on straps and gore, black powermesh band, 3 hook-and-eye closures.

Pros: this bra gives some knockout cleavage (cakes on a plate). The lace detailing at the end of the cup hides nicely under heavier-weight shirts and gives a flattering shape overall. The material on the straps is comfortable, too.

Cons: the mesh on the band can be a little scratchy at first, but it's not insanely bothersome. The straps are set a bit too wide for me, but since they are so stretchy/comfy, it's not a big issue. I think the straps are far apart because this bra was ... constructed to push your boobs up to your chin and the straps, should they have been placed any closer, may have impeded the effect. Gore lies flat, nothing digs, wires encompass all my breast tissue and don't stab under my arms and all that fluff. Design looks smart and sassy https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />

Unfortunately for yours truly, the cups are just too shallow for my breasts. Again, this is due to the overall aim of the bra--to push your puppies up under your chin. I can't scoop/swoop in this bra or my breasts would not be in the cups. It is cut very low (a sliver above the nipple) to enhance the booby-effects, but due to the shallowness issue, I'm, erm, not contained. I think I would need an H, ideally and HH to contain enough breast for this to work in the desired manner. As it stands now, I'm quadding all over the place. I also have a rather absurd silhouette because of the shallowness of the cups--it looks as if part of my breast has been lopped off in profile. Not a good look for me and largely indicative of a fit issue.

I received this bra as a trade, but I think I'm going to trade it out for the holy grail HH I desire or sell it out right.

I really, *really* wanted this bra to be a perfect fit. Boo https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_sad.gif" alt=":(" />
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Center gore tacks, but is uncomfortable. If I were to keep it, it would need to be bent. I can't quite fill the cups due to the band being way too loose. The straps are only partly adjustable, but that wasn't a big issue for me.

Colorway is beautiful, great details, looks fabulous, but the fit is off on me. I shouldn't have listened when people said that Miss Mandalay runs small in the band, I think they are fairly standard, TBH.

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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=":)" />

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