The Itty Bitty Signature Bra is not itty bitty on style or comfort

Nicola from Perfectly Petite Lingerie is proud to be the only UK stockist of Itty Bitty Bras — a line of lingerie from the US, designed to give small-busted women “the best fit, comfort and choice”.

Concentrating on AA, A and B-cup sizes, Itty Bitty Bras are made specifically for small busts, with cups molded and bands sized with the goal to avoid the common problems of gaping, puckering and ride-up. Nicola is so confident in this collection that she gave me an Itty Bitty Signature Bra to road test. Here’s what I thought:

Itty Bitty Signature Bra, £31, Perfectly Petite Lingerie
Seller's blurb: A lightly-padded, synthetic material bra with underwire. Designed to complement your bust with a perfect fit, rather than enhance it. Simple yet stylish, perfect for everyday -- you'll love the way it makes you feel. Available in black or nude, in sizes 32-34AA and 32-34A.
LooksThis design is all about simplicity: minimal styling and no embellishment. With a soft-sheen nylon/Spandex fabric, the bra looks totally contemporary & clean-cut.4/5
FitI tried both 32AA (my usual size) and 34AA. It's a close call, as they were both comfortable, but I think the larger band size was a better fit.4/5
ComfortThis bra is VERY comfortable. The fabric is soft against the skin and there was no imprint left by the underwire or band. Lovely to wear.5/5
UpliftThe bra is not billed as an uplift bra. However, I found that it gave me natural feeling support and a gently curved shape under my clothes. 4/5
VERDICTA sophisticated, good-value, everyday bra that feels totally comfortable to wear, lending gentle support and shape to small-busted curves.17/20
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Bra review: Lailides Firebird bra

The stunning Firebird bra, oozing French sophistication (but actually made in the USA)

How excited was I to receive this pretty Firebird bra from Jennifer at Lailides? Let me tell you… very!

Design wise, it really is an original… made from French lace with a beautiful peacock pattern. It’s the sort of garment you want to prance about in and show off, not unlike a peacock I guess.

The price tag’s not cheap, but if you’re after something decadent — either for yourself or someone special — it does have a luxurious look and feel. Here’s what I thought…

Firebird bra, $68, Lailides
Seller's blurb: Not only is the Firebird bra exquisite, its soft-cup styling makes it exceptionally comfortable. Made from French feather-detailed lace with a scallop-edge, this French bra has a mesh back, swimsuit hook closure and adjustable straps. 50% nylon, 32% polyester, 15% lycra, 3% other. Colours: white/peacock. Sizes: 1-4 (Size 1 fits 30-34 AA-A and Size 4 fits 36-38 A-B)
LooksThis oh-so-delicate bra is quite special to look at. The French lace mimics the pattern of peacock feathers, with subtly shimmering gold and green detail. The scalloped edge is wonderfully feminine; the gold swimsuit hook fastener and strap adjusters are perfectly suited to the dainty proportions of the straps and back. 4/5
FitI tested a size 1 bra, which fit my 32AA cup size well. I can see that those with a little fuller chest (32A) could also wear this size comfortably, as there is plenty of give in the stretch lace. The band width, however, may be a bit stretched for the 34AA and 34A wearers.4/5
ComfortThe soft-cup and fine, second-skin fabric make this bra quite comfortable. Due to the swimhook closure there's no opportunity to adjust band size and I did experience a little bit of rub from the band around the back. 4/5
UpliftThis bra provides gentle support, but it's not the style to opt for if you want to boost your bust. 3/5
VERDICTA not-cheap, but nonetheless beautiful bra. The price buys a sophisticated, feminine, original design that's beautifully made.15/20

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