Retro Basic Underwire Padded Plunge Bra Customer Reviews

Beware of straps that fall apart! I bought one of these bras several year ago and loved it (still do). Bought several more last year, only to find shoddy construction on the straps. The fabric was apparently glued together, and cam undone within the first few wears, leaving glue bits on my shoulders and extra fabric that I cannot manage to fold under and make work. Great bra otherwise, but as we all know, one annoying issue with a bra is all it takes to spoil your day.

Freya Response: Another option for you might be the Deco bra style 4234 in freya. It gives a lot of “vavoom” and is very sexy and has a nice shape. It runs fuller than the Retro bra so you might be a 32f in Deco. April, NYC, Age: 30's September, 2011, Tall (5'9" and over) Size: 32FF

Loved the bra - unfortunately still had muffin boob! Looking for a bigger cup I guess! mary, STL, Age: 50's May, 2011, Average Height (5'4"-5'8") Size: 32F

Nice Bra, but more for looks than comfort. Reminds me of a really nice bathing suit top! I ended up returning it as I needed a more comfortable bra with some lift that would not slip off my shoulders. I purchased the Calvin Klein Seductive Comfort Customized lift bra which I am very happy with Susie, Allentown, PA, Age: 50's May, 2011, Petite (5'3" and under) Size: 28E (Implants)

Not as much of a fan of this one. Mostly since I like Freya because it separates my breasts. However, if this bra is used for special low cut garments, I have not found better (just don't like the style in general). I also prefer molded cup but, as those are hard to find in my size, I am happy with this. Liss, Salt Lake City, Utah, Age: 30's May, 2011, Tall (5'9" and over) Size: 30F

Instead if thinking bigger breasted women need to "minimize" or "hide" their assets, Freya makes a comfortable sexy bra that lets a woman's natural cleavage be shown if that is what she chooses. Thank you Freya! TheUndies.com, April, 2011, Average Height (5'4"-5'8") Size: 38GG

keeps the girls up and nice cleavage TheUndies.com, April, 2011, Average Height (5'4"-5'8") Size: 32J

keeps all the breast tissue under control TheUndies.com, April, 2011, Petite (5'3" and under) Size: 32FF

Good support,,, doesn't make the illusion of "double breast in one breast", beautiful and comfy TheUndies.com, April, 2011, Average Height (5'4"-5'8") Size: 32DDD

I love the one hook closure in the back of this bra. I have no issues with the fit from the single hook. The band does seem to stretch with wear, I put it on first thing in the morning and must tighten it later in the day. Not a big deal, because it is great for summer months when skin swells. My one complaint is the straps sliding. I'm a shorty, so that is pretty much expected. You can't please everyone, but this bra does pretty good at pleasing the majority. :) tinyjourney, Idaho, Age: 20's March, 2011, Petite (5'3" and under) Size: 30F (Implants)

This bra is very well made. Jennifer, Goleta, CA, Age: 50's October, 2010, Tall (5'9" and over) Size: 36b

I ADORE this bra. It is my absolute favorite. I love the shape, the comfort, the quality, the youthfulness, and the size range. I have 3 of these bras and I will certainly be getting more. They are extremely comfortable, fit perfectly, and are very flattering. I wear them with everything that doesn't show the seams. The bra is low enough cut that I don't have to worry about it showing but works well under conservative necklines just as well. The seams do show through t-shirts, but given the quality of the bra that just means that I rarely wear t-shirts. Blouses with this bra are much more comfortable than t-shirts with other bras. My only complaint is that the straps fall down, but I think that's because my shoulders are very narrow, and I forget to tighten the straps. The band provides most of the support anyway, so it's only a small irritation, and far from unique to this bra. I found the band in this a bit stretchier, so I prefer a 30 to my usual 32 in Freya. I doubt that I'd be able to breath in the Pollyanna in a 30, but the Retro Basic Plunge in a 30 is absolutely perfect (along with an increase in cup size. One for going down a band size, another because it's a plunge). I remember when I first tried to find bras for my rather obnoxiously sized chest I despaired because the only bras in my size seemed like beige granny bras. (I'm very grateful my mom got me fitted though. Otherwise they would have been painful as well). They were high cut, so cleavage was out of the question, and ugly. I am so happy I found Freya, which is more comfortable, fits better, and looks fantastic! Whether I want a nice daily bra in a solid color, a wild polka-dotted one, or a pretty lace one, I can now find one that fits nicely and supports me. Clara, USA, Age: teen May, 2010, Petite (5'3" and under) Size: 30g

I really like this bra, and the seams don't bother me. They lay flatter than most bra seams, and aren't terribly noticeable. I like the super thin foam lining too. It's just enough to give you a little structure, and that's it. It's very soft and flexible. Also like the gate-style back. I do question the sizing advice though. I normally would have ordered a 28DD but on the sizing advice I chose 30D instead. The cups just fit (could have probably gotten away with DD) but the band is large -- I have to wear it on the tightest hook. It measures 24" long, which is consistent with 30 band sizing. Maybe the bands only run small in the larger sizes? I don't know, but either way I will order my regular size next time. Very nice bra though!

Freya Response: Our sizing advice regarding the band reflects the experience of the majority of our customers. The tightness or looseness of the band is such an individual preference. If the cups felt slightly too small, perhaps you might want to try a 28DDD next time for an absolutely perfect fit. Sometimes I like to go up a cup in this style. Sara, Buffalo, Age: 30's May, 2010, Petite (5'3" and under) Size: 30D