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Its been a long time since I posted, but I've been very busy.

This week I was sent two different bras to try. Firstly was the new Cleo T-Shirt bra. It looks cute, and apparently has been redeveloped because the last one was awful (it was.) Its been made to rival Freya's Deco t shirt bra, and the price is only £26.00 so a but less also. I got my usual 30F and my god was it small, the back was tiny, much more like a 28 and the cups were small too, I would have definitely needed as big as a G (which I am not) Its pretty and soft and I would say perfect for under a DD/E cup. I didn't feel there was enough support there-especially being an avid Deco wearer.

The second bra I was sent was the new Panache sports bra. I got my size again 30F. It was OK.. the cups seemed to not fit right and there was a lot of bagging. It also didn't seem like it was going to support me enough. I like to run at the gym and that would not be happening in this bra. So sadly, again I shall be sticking to my good old Freya!

Freya Sports Bra

I have been going to the gym since August but lazily. So, I've been making the effort to go 3-4 times a week. I do two classes, spinning and abs. My point to all this is sports bras and how you need a sports bra. I don't know how these crazy women do it without them? I'm surprised how many black eyes I don't see. Surely if you have a bust you would invest in a good sports bra, none of this 'Nike crop top' stuff. I have two by Freya, one in red and one in black and I couldn't go to the gym without them. I got my normal size 28ff which is very, very tight but i'm glad it is because I dont have to worry about black eyes, I am strapped down. I got them non-wired which does leave me a bit pointy but who cares i'm at the gym and I am sweaty. I have heard great things however about the wired version.

Freya are revolutionizing their sports bras all the time. They've even cup up with proper swimming costumes full of support and much nicer than anything else you see.

Panache have also just introduced their new sports bra which comes in some great colours and is a little bit more padded than the Freya. They have a fab blue, red and white edition coming out for the Olympics! I will try this sports bra in the future so I will keep you posted,

Top Lingerie Sites

1. Leia which has a few shops across the UK including York and Cardiff. Leia is actually owned by the Eveden group (Fantasie and Freya) If you check the outlet they do such amazing offers or lingerie and especially swimwear. As soon as the season changes everything goes up to 75% off. I've got Freya bikinis for £20.00 and lingerie sets for £15.00. They currently have Deco in green, charcoal, pink and fushia pink for £15.00.

2. Bra Stop I think most people know about this fab site but just in case you don't its worth a good look. They stock brands such as Freya, Panache, Curvy Kate, Gossard, Fantasie, Pour Moi, Lepel.. the list is endless. You can put your size in the bra finder and see what's on offer. For example, they have the lovely Fiore in Pink in all 3 cup styles for just £12.95 and matching bottoms from £5.95,

3. Figleaves I think is the most popular but for good reason. It stocks everything you need. From pjs with built in support to men's sexy briefs they have everything. They have a fab range of maternity and mastectomy bras. They also have a good sale going, for example Chantelle at over half price off, which is a huge cut! They are without a doubt the most up to date and they always have the newest lingerie and swimwear available. They do next day delivery and free returns and having have a catalogue that you can sign up for. 

4. Bras and honey only stock Freya, Fantasie and Fauve but they do it well. The price cuts on bikinis and lingerie is up to 60% off which is fab. They have Freya Pier in pink at 50% off for just £16.50, you really can't complain.

5. The Lingerie Store have bras starting at just £2.99. The sizing isn't great and its mainly smaller cups but you can get brands such as Charnos and Discover Mademoiselle from £2.99 which is such a bargain. 

Swimwear Picks

Here are some of my favourite swimwear collections for 2012.

Asos sale. I actually purchased this beauty yesterday. They had proper sizes and I got mine (30F) and for £5.00 for the top it was a bargain as I nearly bought this full price last year.

Asos, again I purchased this yesterday in my size and I love this one so much! The top was £9.00 such a bargain. 

My favourite pick of Freya's collection. Charleston.

Comes with a lovely halterneck and tan-kini as well as 4 different bottoms but this is my favourite combination. Sizes start at a 28-38 and cups start at a C up to a H. This won't be out until later in the year.

LA by Fanatsie. Amazing blue/indigo snake print. I love this! Most probably their best seller. Its also out now. There's a bandau top (pictured) as well as a full cup bikini top, tan-kini and twist front suit. Sizes start at 32 and go to a 40. Cups start at D and go up to a GG. Two bottom styles also available.

Panache Lucille. This was out last year in a slightly different colour way and it sold out across the country which I'm guessing this will too. I struggle to find a picture of it but I did source one off a fabulous blog which you can see the link on the picture-if you love underwear well worth a visit. 

Sizes start at a 30 back up to a 38 and cups from a D-G. Only one pant style.

Freya Marinella, out now. Lovely aztec print bikini.

A halterneck top also available. Backs start at 30 to 38 and cups start at D and go up to a GG.

Lepel Sunrise. This is my favourite Lepel collection. It comes as a lovely non-wired bandeau, great for the smaller buster lady in this lovely pattern. Sizes 8-16.

Fantasie Chicago. Out now.

Full cup bikini top and tan-kini top also available. With matching kaftan.

Backs sizes start at 32 - 40 and cups start at G and go up to a HH.

Revolution by Freya. My advice to anyone who is big busted going on holiday is to get a really good fitting black top, freya have loads of different styles. You can then go to any high street shop and buy as many different bottoms as possible. There's nothing worse than seeing un-supported boobs on the beaach!

Plus, if you pay a little bit more for a bikini and look after it you'll have it for years and years!

Tigerlilly

I wish Freya would revert back to their old school way of bra design. My two faves have been Tigerlily which was such a fab fit and such bright colours! They then brought out Myrtle which was the same bra just in a different pattern. What I loved about them both was the colourful straps and I always felt really supported. Freya then went on to produce these awful satin numbers that didn't seem to fit anyone so I'm glad they've got rid :-)

Whats your favourite Freya?

Taylor

Taylor by freya is so gorgeous!

Just arrived today! Styled on deco, its black with gorgeous gold detail. I think it looks really expensive and not like a deco bra. Im not too keen on the high waist hold-me-in briefs. The bra is around £32.00 and there is a mathing thong & short. The short is seamless so perfect for tight dresses, and I also find them really handy for running? Our most popular range has been Nina by Freya (lovely pink leopard print.) It's flown out of the shop and we are debating whether to get any more in?

Next to drop in is Sharon by Fantasie. It looks really nice but not my cup of tea, I think its aimed more at the mature lady. I always find Fantasie knickers are so high up. The thongs are nearly around my tummy! 

Taylor by Freya.

Sharon by Fantasie.

lingerie galore!

Seven new sets have arrived. Nina and Niomi by Freya, Elodie in Black by Fantasie, Celine and Isobel by Fauve and finally two new ranges we have just decided to try out called Un:usual.

Pretty hard to choose which one I want the most. I think its probably Nina by Freya but Isobel by Fauve is so stunning, its hard. Our shop looks very full now, we just need to re-do the window all christmassy and we are set. Still waiting on some Chantelle stock but that can wait-I'm too busy ooing and ahhing over fauve!

Celine by Fauve.

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Niomi by Freya.

My Favourite Isobel by Fauve.

Our stocked shop!

Nina!

This is the newest range in Freya coming out. I think its so so cute. Pink leopard print with pretty flowers on? What more do you want in a bra? Its also starts in a 28 back which is fab and cup sizes go up to a G :-)