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Index32:9
UK32G

Review

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Didn't fit

So I don't own this bra anymore - but for me this used to fit like a pretty 'typical' UK 32G. No very noticeable excesses in cup depth, width or height.

Fantasie bands do tend to run a tad large, like Freya's, so this 32 fit me on the tightest hook. The shape is somewhat vintage/pointy, but in a way that I don't mind.

There are some common fit issues for me, that apply to most of my 'off the rack' bras with no alterations:
- Strap placement (too wide)
- Gore (too high)
- Cup edge (too closed off)
- Projection (not quite enough)

Most of these issues just have to do with my build I guess: tall-ish roots, close set (when supported), more projection than I used to think, and apparently I have a sensitive armpit area? My FOT tissue makes me prefer a stretchy upper cup (which Alicia sadly doesn't have) - and often I lean towards too-small-ish rather than too-large-ish bras.

Some of these issues have actually eased a bit over time, with my breast size 'settling' over the past couple years, some aging / gravity and also losing a tiny bit of weight, my upper fullness has gone down a bit - which makes average cups cutting in slightly less of a problem. There's always a bright side, right? (;

Also, despite these (normal to me) minor fit issues, Alicia was actually very wearable, quite comfortable, the fit was pretty decent overall.
I did love the general black & pink 'blossomy' aesthetic of this bra!

However as I owned wayyyy too many not-quite-perfect bras; when I moved countries last year it didn't make the cut.
It ended up finding a good home with a friend's sister though!

Alicia -in different colorways- as well as her sister cuts are still pretty widely available (eBay, BareNecessities, Bravissimo) and I think they could work very well for many people. All in all it's a supportive yet 'dainty' looking bra, that is well suited to a variety of shapes I would think!

This bra is not owned any more

Updated on Nov 19, 2020 Flag this


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Fit information

On Apr 2019

Center gore placement:
Doesn't lie flat against sternum
Underwire length:
Runs too high under the arm, it pokes
Top of the cup:
Cuts into breast tissue (quad boob effect)
Cups separation:
Too separate for my boobs
Center gore comfort:
Underwires dig into sternum, because they are too high
Strap separation:
Are too far apart

This bra didn't fit her, but these did