tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post9142657503783465841..comments2024-02-15T12:05:40.992-08:00Comments on Bras I Hate & Love: Freya "Marvel" ReviewBras I Hatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07692999972337398680noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-11737791194524928172015-01-30T01:39:23.340-08:002015-01-30T01:39:23.340-08:00Hey
i have this bra as well and indeed it great b...Hey <br />i have this bra as well and indeed it great bra, my fav. Can you recommend bras with the same desgin? <br />most of my bras are freya, but many of them really differ in support and fit.<br /><br />ThanksAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-22694223976960131502014-07-30T08:01:39.041-07:002014-07-30T08:01:39.041-07:00I bought this bra, after trying many bras, in a 32...I bought this bra, after trying many bras, in a 32G. It is the closest thing I have found to a perfect bra (it's not perfect though) so I'm keeping it. I need like a 32G.5 or something, it is a tad bit small on my larger breast, I'm going to order a GG just to try but I'm afraid it will be too big on my smaller one. I'm breastfeeding, and my breasts are very soft with a lot of skin. It doesn't look perfect, but it feels so freaking good to have a real lift and underwire and it is soooo nice. I've been living in wire-free-no-support nursing monstrosities for too long. I think I'm one of those tricky FOT girls that my FOT is just saggy so it looks FOB, but it's actually a FOT that's streeettched through pregnancy and breastfeeding.<br /><br />...And as soon as I have time, I'm going to convert to a custom nursing bra. I'm pretty excited. :DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-46195357922067411782014-06-11T13:45:50.264-07:002014-06-11T13:45:50.264-07:00This was a total disaster for me, I didn't rea...This was a total disaster for me, I didn't realise how much depth I needed in a bra until I tried this, I could barely get all my boobage in the cups and then if I moved even slightly I was flying out of the top, not sure a different size would have helped, I'm very FOB and obviously have wild amount of projection, so sadly this was not for me. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-79420404092159613692014-04-12T03:08:36.331-07:002014-04-12T03:08:36.331-07:00Love your blog! Tried the Marvel in 30G and 30GG -...Love your blog! Tried the Marvel in 30G and 30GG - cup size too small in G and whilst GG fits my boobs are all pushed to the centre which results in too much jiggle on the top. I feel like I'm spilling out but I'm not - it seems like if the cups were deeper and higher all would be good....am gutted it doesn't work well for me.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-76039604694888432242014-03-12T09:45:29.233-07:002014-03-12T09:45:29.233-07:00Any idea where I could find this bra in the JJ-K r...Any idea where I could find this bra in the JJ-K range? I've only ever tried Curvy Kate and they all give me pointed boobs :( but I kept them because I was just so excited..<br /><br />I love your blog! So informative!Marveyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04526593839550529104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-36055381024686312222014-03-12T09:42:30.283-07:002014-03-12T09:42:30.283-07:00This looks amazing on you! I am having trouble fin...This looks amazing on you! I am having trouble finding Freya Marvel in the J-K range...I checked brastop.com but they don't have anything larger than 38GG :( I am from the US so I don't think I have a lot of options. I am full on top and the Curvy Kate bras I've tried (I just started wearing these new bras beginning last month) just aren't working right now! I thought they were but they give me very pointed boobs and spillage at the top but I was so excited that I kept them (and seeing as I had to return them and such it was just a long process I didn't want to deal with!!) I think I may be between 36JJ to 36K? Initially I thought I was a 36HH but the Curvy Kate bra I got was way too small, and looking at your boobs, I think mine is much bigger so even though you are smaller in band, I think I am definitely in the JJ-K range. Its so difficult to find large bras in that range!!<br /><br />Any ideas/advice??<br /><br />Thank you! I just discovered your blog and I love it! Marveyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04526593839550529104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-44507952421897334402014-03-12T09:42:07.385-07:002014-03-12T09:42:07.385-07:00This looks amazing on you! I am having trouble fin...This looks amazing on you! I am having trouble finding Freya Marvel in the J-K range...I checked brastop.com but they don't have anything larger than 38GG :( I am from the US so I don't think I have a lot of options. I am full on top and the Curvy Kate bras I've tried (I just started wearing these new bras beginning last month) just aren't working right now! I thought they were but they give me very pointed boobs and spillage at the top but I was so excited that I kept them (and seeing as I had to return them and such it was just a long process I didn't want to deal with!!) I think I may be between 36JJ to 36K? Initially I thought I was a 36HH but the Curvy Kate bra I got was way too small, and looking at your boobs, I think mine is much bigger so even though you are smaller in band, I think I am definitely in the JJ-K range. Its so difficult to find large bras in that range!!<br /><br />Any ideas/advice??<br /><br />Thank you! I just discovered your blog and I love it! Marveyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04526593839550529104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-43543279747176171862014-01-26T10:50:03.889-08:002014-01-26T10:50:03.889-08:00I tried this model in my 38GG. It was my size, but...I tried this model in my 38GG. It was my size, but the shape did not work for me at all. This bra has narrow wires but I think this would work better for girls with full-on-top breasts. Me, having full-on-bottom, the shape does not work at all...MarĂahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16501079837676309732noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-19772475841089896532014-01-04T10:39:41.395-08:002014-01-04T10:39:41.395-08:00I had my fingers crossed for a hit with the Marvel...I had my fingers crossed for a hit with the Marvel and I was so happy when it came true. My fullness is all in the bottom and the sides, so side support is great for helping me feel held in place! Congrats to Freya for making a 34 band that fits like a 34 band, it is lovely and snug. I was a little surprised at how minimised the shape is, but I feel that everything gets held UP rather than smooshed down or out. So depending on the depth of neckline you wear, it could either be very demure, or reveal a good wench-ly bosom. I love the fabric of the cups, I want more cups of that thickness please Freya! If the Marvel is the sign of things to come, I have hope for you yet!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14811297660478639713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-32974564741831051112013-12-26T20:57:09.338-08:002013-12-26T20:57:09.338-08:00I just got this bra in a 30GG, and I love it! I...I just got this bra in a 30GG, and I love it! I'm fairly FOB, so just commenting to say that it does, in fact, work well for my shape. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-61736523792823513412013-12-10T12:15:49.646-08:002013-12-10T12:15:49.646-08:00I rushed out and tried this shortly after your rev...I rushed out and tried this shortly after your review. Sadly, it doesn't work for me. I'm a very FOB 32GG or 34G. I tried both of those sizes, and the cups just weren't deep enough. I had nip popping above the top line of the cup and gaping under the arms. Sadly, this is true of almost all balconette styles, which is why I generally avoid them, but I was hopeful about this one. I'll be sticking with my Fantasie Rebecca.nutellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13661028395569948111noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-46262724326380829622013-12-05T15:32:34.388-08:002013-12-05T15:32:34.388-08:00I received this bra in a 32H also from figleaves.c...I received this bra in a 32H also from figleaves.com. I am sad to say that I get the empty space at the bottom due to the cups being too wide and shallow. It does give a wonderful shape and it is a very comfy bra. The band seemed large to me like the Freya Deco though. I can easily wear it on the tighest hooks and I'm only 31" under snug. I'm debating on whether to keep it as the shape is great or send it back due to it being too shallow for me. I'm pretty bummed. lisazshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17720585847145720524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-3018521770752621142013-12-03T08:05:26.012-08:002013-12-03T08:05:26.012-08:00I found your blog about a month ago and I love it!...I found your blog about a month ago and I love it! It definitely increased my knowledge on bras and breast shapes. I love bras and it sucks that I could never find any that are right for me. I have one bra that sort of fits; a 30H Cleo 'Lucy' in black. It's actually the only bra I ever bought and that was a couple years ago (all my bras are very ill-fitting 38D hand-me-downs). Because I don't have a lot of income, I really can't afford to buy great quality bras. Not even at Walmart lol. I haven't bought a bra since my Lucy. It's actually kind of depressing. But, coming across your blog has helped me a lot with my self-esteem. You inspired me to invest in sewing which helps SO much. Luckily my Mom gave me an old sewing machine :D I love your blog and you have amazing breasts. My body is a very similar shape and it's really great to get advice on bras from somebody who knows exactly what you go through everyday. Sorry this comment was so long and sentimental but I felt like it needed to be said :/. Keep up the great reviews! You are awesome!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-73584700667582370952013-11-30T03:28:19.233-08:002013-11-30T03:28:19.233-08:00Hi! I bought this in 28ff. I'll probably buy m...Hi! I bought this in 28ff. I'll probably buy more than one. It's the only bra I've found that fits me near perfect (my boobs are not identical so perfect fit isn't really possible). The combination of 28 band, fairly narrow centrecore, wide wires and half-cup style is a Marvel ;) I often have a problem with the upper section of the cup near the armpit, apparently many women need space there, I really don't.<br /><br />Does anyone know any other bras that fit similarly to Marvel?<br /><br />-TiuAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-90347790625974037192013-11-19T14:47:55.100-08:002013-11-19T14:47:55.100-08:00I had this exact same experience! My fitting lady...I had this exact same experience! My fitting lady put me in a 32G and insisted it fit correctly but that it wasn't a good shape for me. It looked terrible, flattened me in side profile and I had space at the top of the cup where I have lost fullness in my breasts from weight loss so my boobs just looked sad. I still had the image of how good this bra can look in my head so, I waited until she went on her break and tried on a bunch of other sizes. The 30G is absolutely perfect for me and I couldn't be happier. I suggest giving it another go and trying it in a whole range of sizes around your usual size.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05832750820609214288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-75927855292345705092013-11-19T14:40:45.455-08:002013-11-19T14:40:45.455-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05832750820609214288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-8928378169951325062013-11-19T14:40:38.536-08:002013-11-19T14:40:38.536-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05832750820609214288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-6058733722679333932013-11-19T14:39:31.773-08:002013-11-19T14:39:31.773-08:00I rushed out to try this bra as soon as I saw your...I rushed out to try this bra as soon as I saw your review as it looks absolutely phenomenal on you! I've recently lost a lot of weight after having my babies and my boobs have lost a lot of fullness on top. All the shapes that used to suit me (ie half cups) no longer work as I end up with a flat "shelf" of boob at the top of the cup. Anyway, the Freya lady was in the store and was "helping" me. She fitted me into a 32G (I think my regular size now is 32FF) in the Marvel but it didn't look good (flat on top). She said it wouldn't work for me as you need fuller on top breasts. I waited until she went for her break and grabbed a few other sizes as I was determined to see if I could make it work. I tried the 30G and...BINGO! Amazing! I am so happy, I feel like I have got my lovely full boobs back again :D I thought I would share this as I think this is a really good bra for other women like me; women who've lost fullness in the upper part of their breasts from losing weight or pregnancy/breastfeeding. Give it a try and don't just stick to your usual size, give a few sizes a try. It gives a lovely shape, feels very secure, looks great under clothes... can you tell I LOVE it?! Thank you for your review, if it weren't for that I wouldn't have persevered with it and would still be miserably hunting for a bra I didn't think existed.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05832750820609214288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-14867891305881174612013-11-19T13:32:57.177-08:002013-11-19T13:32:57.177-08:00I just purchased this bra based on your review. Fi...I just purchased this bra based on your review. Fingers crossed I love it!!!lisazshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17720585847145720524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-50739750152030230682013-11-18T18:30:38.104-08:002013-11-18T18:30:38.104-08:00Vertical seams actually typically work nicely for ...Vertical seams actually typically work nicely for me. Curvy Kate Showgirl versions were perfection on me. I miss them now, but I'll wear an ugly as sin (on me) Dotty Spot daily before I wear CK again. The bull manure treatment I got in relation to my medically needed, life saving reduction for a contest to be "diverse" just went too far. Bloggers can dog me, but a company who claims being so diverse isn't getting away with it. But Himare still thinks I'll buy their line again. Ha.<br /><br />Molded t shirt bras are iffy. Most are plunge, or act like a plunge. Tight ribbon on top looks great except for center where it cuts in.<br /><br />Panache really doesn't work either, despite repeated tries. Freya wires with EM cup depth would be perfect. I'm actually hoping the VS rumor of going to G cup is true. I am not sure, but they'd most likely do the Lane Bryant brand size (DDD -> F -> G) vs Soma (DDD ->G) since a VS 36DDD is perfect in the cups once it's pulled tight enough, so 34F or a 32G should work. Heck, I'm tempted to get a 36DDD and take in the sides because the foam encased bit of wonderful is calling my name.Slightly Evil Kittenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05337721669405404052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-81334693986585015652013-11-17T09:40:52.024-08:002013-11-17T09:40:52.024-08:00I think sizing up would only work if you're ok...I think sizing up would only work if you're okay with wide wires. A need for projection often comes hand-in-hand with a need for narrow wires, so though the cup volume can be improved with sizing up, the narrow wire issue unfortunately won't be fixed by doing that.Bras I Hatehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07692999972337398680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-44433809852664138292013-11-17T09:39:22.910-08:002013-11-17T09:39:22.910-08:00Yes, I will try to put measurements on Bratabase a...Yes, I will try to put measurements on Bratabase as soon as I can find my tape measure. <br /><br />The gore on this one is relatively narrow, though I don't have any wider Freya gores to compare. I've had a few other commenters indicating that center fullness isn't accommodated by this bra, so unfortunately you may find is still an issue. Maybe you could find somewhere with a good return policy so you can try it to be sure?Bras I Hatehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07692999972337398680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-59853757587802945332013-11-17T09:38:28.435-08:002013-11-17T09:38:28.435-08:00It's not FOB with center fullness friendly. C...It's not FOB with center fullness friendly. Cone of doom and ugly shape - worse than Dottie Spot - with spillage centrally, even in a cup that was too big.<br /><br />Doesn't shock me as the side support is my fit demon. The Panache versions are equally bad, but Panache is generally less than nice on me. There's no room in the cups to push everything to the center unless I go 5-6 cups too big, then I can nearly stuff both boobs into one cup with the gapping.Slightly Evil Kittenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05337721669405404052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-21685347880524730312013-11-17T09:37:09.290-08:002013-11-17T09:37:09.290-08:00Oh, sad :( Wish she would have given you more size...Oh, sad :( Wish she would have given you more sizes so you could pinpoint the issues. Like another commenter below this, I wonder if you have a lot of center fullness? I can see that being an issue in this bra.Bras I Hatehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07692999972337398680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-706716744772949852.post-83723224971477526942013-11-17T09:36:06.382-08:002013-11-17T09:36:06.382-08:00Me too! I think it is more visually flattering.
Me too! I think it is more visually flattering.<br />Bras I Hatehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07692999972337398680noreply@blogger.com