I have wanted this bra for what feels like eternity, I was saving up for it but after figleaves sold out of 28FF I went and impulse bought it off large cup lingerie (free shipping, came in just 2 days, I recommend it!)

When I took it out of the packaging, my first instinct was that the cups are too big, I'm going to have to send it back! But they actually fit very well for size. The back has a 6 hook fastening, but there is only 2 tightness settings and I am on the tightest right away, so I might end up adjusting it.

Apart from the tightness, ... my only complaint is how wide the wires are, they are way too wide for me and mean that I'm popping out a bit at the front because the cup is too shallow, it's not uncomfortable and doesn't look too obvious so I'm definitely keeping it, but it's very much a bra for someone with wider, more shallow breasts.

The longline looks great, but there's no extra boning or support. It's not really necessary though as the cups are very supportive. Overall it's a gorgeous bra and I'm gad I impulse-bought it, I'm probably going to wear this under a sheer shirt, or with a high waisted skirt and a jacket, to show it off https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":)" />
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Longlines; they’re flattering, sexy, and extra supportive, what’s not to love! Back in my ill-fitting bra days, I had quite the collection of longlines, but between needing tighter bands and tissue...

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Updated on Mar 14, 2013 Flag this

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I am so excited that my longline came in! Less excited about a couple of elements of it, but this is honestly a beautiful bra. I will be replacing it for a larger cup size, and I'll love it. I like the light lavender color a lot-- I'm a pale skinned, pinky cool toned person and I think it looks absolutely fabulous. I also love the pattern. I have a thing for birds and nature patterns, so this bra really fills that niche.

But let's talk sizing. My first and most obvious impression of this bra is that the cup sizes seem to run about a cup too small. ... I am solidly a 28FF in Cleo unpadded styles, and am pretty confidant that I would be a 28FF in the Freya Deco (I haven't had a chance to double-check, but the 28G is about a cup size too big for me). I ordered this bra in a 28FF and have serious quadboobage not just in my bigger boob, but in my smaller boob as well. I like the lightly padded cups, and I also liked the general shape they created. I expect in the next size up they would look fantastic. I find the shape to be pretty round and uplifted from what I can currently see. I would expect most people would need to size up in the cup for this bra.

Next, the band is of note. I am admittedly a bit disappointed to find that this did not feel like a snug 28 band on me, but rather slightly on the looser side. (For reference, my underbust is 27", or a snug 26.25", and this band was 24" unstretched and 29.5" stretched). If they offered this in a 26, I would absolutely size down in it. The band itself is quite stretchy, and I expect it will loosen with time. As it is, I think that I might have to alter down the band size, because I think it would be worth it to have this bra in my rotation but I just demand more snugness from my bands. I would expect that, if you like a firmer band, sizing down in the band size if possible would be a good move.

Another HUGE (in my mind) downside to this bra, that I frankly find very confusing, is that it only has TWO rows of hooks, as opposed to your standard three (I've even found strapless bras that have four). I don't know why this irks me as much as it does, maybe because I find it mind boggling. Like, seriously, I am racking my brain trying to figure out why on earth they would not use three rows of hooks like every other bra in the world, and the only things I can come up with are dastardly schemes to force you to buy more bras earlier because you couldn't tighten the back of your bra just that little bit more after their already-verging-on-loose band stretched out. The six hooks, though luxurious, also make it so hard to just add another row yourself (instead necessitating chopping down the band).

But, setting my conspiracy theories aside, it's a silly thing. Hooks set aside, this bra feels supportive, but to be honest, no more supportive than your average bra. I would have expected long lines to feel substantially more supportive, but I think because the band has quite a bit of give it isn't providing as much support around the band as it could.

I guess it's because it's a long line, but I have more things to say about the band of this bra than anything else. I've read that other Freya long lines have had issues with the band rolling up at the bottom, but I haven't experienced this issue with this bra. I am pretty petite in the torso, and the bottom of the band hits basically the bottom, maybe a cm above the bottom of my ribcage. One issue I do run into, though, that I don't experience with my other bras, is some spillage of 'back fat' over the band-- it's just below my shoulder blades, and I am slightly but not overly squishy person. It definitely isn't too tight a band, but the height of the band hits me in a different place than my other bras.

Overall, a gorgeous, classy bra that looks like it could create a really nice shape. However, a bit too small in the cups, a tad too loose in the band. I'll be returning for a 28G, and then altering the band down maybe half an inch or so.
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Updated on Feb 25, 2013 Flag this

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I was looking forward to this bra for months after I heard that Freya was finally expanding their longline size range to include 28 bands. When I saw the first promo pics, I was a 28G, so I was on the edge of the size range... By the time it was available to order, I'd gone up about a cup size and a half and so was sized out of the 28 bands. It was so pretty, though, that I decided to buy it in a 30G and hope for the best.

Unfortunately, it ended up being small in the cup. The band is comfortable on the tightest ... fastening and it feels so much more supportive with that added length. I don't know why this doesn't come in anything higher than a G cup! However, the band does tend to roll up in the front, which is kind of annoying. The other thing that bothers me is the straps on the bra. They're fully adjustable, but soo stretchy that it felt like I had to tighten them up almost to the very end.

Looks-wise, the print is even better in real life. and the lace is just the perfect touch. The seams show through a thin shirt. I would really have loved it if this bra had fit...
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Updated on Feb 21, 2013 Flag this

Underwire poked on the sides... so it was painful to wear. Gorgeous bra, tried to make it work.

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Another Freya betrayal. I had my doubts, but someone on Facebook pointed out that yep, this is a size too small. It's super cute, but on me it is too low coverage and not very secure. The straps are wide and ugly in the back and they aren't very secure-they slip around too much for what I need but I need my straps super short so if you adjust yours halfway or so this wouldn't be a problem. If I have the straps as short as I would like, I get quad that is visible under shirts. The band is stretchy, I could feel it was stretchy but because of the longline it still felt secure. All in all, it's a super cute bra but I'd need the next size up. I'm so bummed about this but I know I can't wear it because of how low cut/insecure/jiggly it is. Such a shame because not only is it cute but it is super comfy. Full review on my blog as usual.

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Updated on Aug 04, 2016 Flag this

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This is the most beautiful bra I have ever seen. I might say this many times but in this case I think that I actually mean it. Lilac isn’t normally a good match for my skin tone, but I don’t have any problem with this one and the shade is just gorgeous. The pattern and the lace are so beautiful and the whole look is just stunning. It’s my dream bra that doesn’t fit.
I ordered this some years ago through a local lingerie store, foolishly thinking that my Deco size (at that time) fits in all styles. It was a little bit small back then already, and I have grown a cup size since. Unfortunately 28F-FF were soon sold out everywhere, and I’ve realized that Freya halfcups are a bit too shallow for me anyway. I’ve been holding on to this beauty in the case that my boobs shrink, but it's too pretty to die in my closet so I think I’ll need to let this bird fly away.

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Updated on Jun 06, 2016 Flag this

Im so sad I went down a size. This bra was my absolute favorite the only complaint i have is the longline part riding up. Its a beautiful bra overall and fit perfectly for me being FOB and gave the perfect support i wanted. My breasts looked lifted naturally and round.

Updated on May 10, 2016 Flag this

This is a beautiful bra that I have been wanting for a long time. When I found it listed on here for a good price in 30F, I had to take it. Unfortunately, it fits more like a 32F in my opinion. The band has been stretched out so that it stretches to 32 inches, and plugging the width and depth into a search comes up with mostly bras in the 28G/30FF/32F range. It's possible that the cups have stretched out as well after having several owners. Since I'm fitting into somewhere around 28F these days, this bra is just too big for me all around. Even if ... I tighten the straps all the way, I can't fill the top, and the wires are much too wide. I think it would be good for a larger 30F with more upper fullness than I have.

I am impressed with the condition of this bra after having been through so many owners. It still looks very beautiful and has no immediate signs of wear apart from a bit of pulling on the lacy stuff on the elastic at the bottom of the band. This is not to say it doesn't look used - it definitely does, but it's not noticeable at a first glance. It's most obvious from the inside of the bra.

The print is so cute. I love the lavender background color its and the contrast with the light yellow grass, and the brightly colored hummingbirds are adorable. I would definitely repurchase this bra in 28E or 28F if I'm ever lucky enough to find one.
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Updated on Apr 14, 2016 Flag this

Love this bra. It was a great fit. My breasts were lifted with a round shape I liked. I like the secure feeling from a long lined bra but the extra fabric always rolls up. As a bonus I could nurse with it if necessary. I lost weight so it is too big currently but it's so comfy that I'm holding onto it for the next pregnancy.

Updated on Apr 07, 2016 Flag this

This is a lovely little bra. The pattern is so delicate, and I love that it continues all the way around the band. The cups are kind of on the shallow end, but still offer a great deal of support. It's one of my go to bras when I know I'm going to be pulling a 12 hr shift at my hospital. Great bra Freya! 9.6 out of 10. Ill give you the full 10 when you give me a correctly scaled band.

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Updated on Mar 28, 2016 Flag this