FASHION | Curvy Kate Smoothie Bra Review

curvy kate smoothie bra*

OK, so I am a sucker for Curvy Kate Bras! Firstly, they are beautiful and secondly I find they are a really good shape and very supportive. I wrote a blog post a while ago when Curvy Kate released the press release about the smoothie bra and when they came into stock I was so privileged to get sent out a sample (in black) as I have had my eye on it ever since they showed it to me at the blogger party they had earlier on this year!

It is a moulded cup, which is something I am not very used too, mainly because they don't often make moulded cups in a GG! However, now that I have tried it I am practically living in it and will definitely be buying it in the other available colours - a beautiful raspberry and a nude/blush colour.

I'm usually a 34G-GG in Curvy Kate bras depending on the style, but the smoothie came up a bit big on the band so I wear a 32GG. The bra is a great every day bra and subtly leopard print detailing is lovely. The bra starts at a 28" band.

Love Lilla xx

FASHION | Curvy Kate Release World's First J Cup T-shirt Bra

Full-busted champions Curvy Kate have released the World’s first t-shirt bra that goes all the way up to a J cup.

In the past, big bosomed ladies have been subjected to a sea of ‘up to a G cup’ moulded T-shirt bras which leaves them very limited or even excluded from the popular style.

For years, fuller-figured girls have been crying out for ‘moulded’ cups. A recent Facebook poll revealed that only 14% of busty women have found a moulded cup bra that fits them well.

Curvy Kate’s customer feedback suggests that big boobs benefit from moulded cups for the coverage and smooth, rounded shape. With larger boobs the extra strength and structure of the bra mould supports and lifts the bust to give a gorgeous shape that looks incredible under T-shirts and tight clothing without compromising on fit or comfort.

With fit at the forefront of every product, Curvy Kate are passionate about producing pieces that curvy women enjoy wearing. Although the brand’s ranges always incorporate a fashion edge, Curvy Kate are keen to offer lingerie solutions for everyday wear – with the moulded cup being the first of many new innovations to be launched over the next few years.

Georgina Horne, curvy blogger of Fuller Figure Fuller Bust stated: 
“I’m a moulded bra addict but have struggled for years to find one which combines the perfect shape with the perfect fit. When you have bigger boobs it’s impossible to find a company which caters to larger cup sizes, and a moulded cup above a G is practically unheard of. To achieve the perfect T-shirt ready look, full-busted women often compromise either the shape or the fit – or even both! I’m delighted that Curvy Kate has brought out a bra that will cater to so many more women who long for the unrivalled smooth and sexy cleavage that only a moulded cup can provide.”

To satisfy both their customers who want a plain understated look and those yearning for something a bit interesting from their moulded bras they’ve designed the bra with a highly popular subtle black and slate leopard print.

Product Developer Adriana Olszewska continues, “Our Smoothie bra has been developed with the Curvy Kate customer in mind who looks for fashion as well as fit. The new moulded cup offers an amazing lift and gives a smooth curvy silhouette, and as goes up to a J cup it caters for many women who couldn’t find this smooth look before.”

The new Smoothie bra will retail at £29 and will be available from ASOS and Very from September 2012. The bra incorporates a two tone leopard print in black/slate, with cute silver centre pendant. It will be available through existing retailers and distributed worldwide.

FASHION | Curvy Kate Entice Bra Review

When I was at the Curvy Kate Blogger event I fell in love with this Entice set*. I never wear a padded bra because I usually want to minimize the size of my chest, but every now and then a girl needs something that makes here feel sexy.

At the moment with my weight loss I've got a limited amount of bras and clothes that fit me and to constantly replace my wardrobe is just not financially possible. This has left me feeling a bit down about my appearance, firstly the clothes I have are limited, because some have just got too big to wear and those that are wearable aren't necessarily the most flattering things.

Getting this Entice set, even though Joe is the only person who is going to see it, is going to give me some hidden confidence. I decided to get it with the matching thong, to make me feel even sexier, i'm usually a brief or shorts girl. Having tried the set on the bra fits perfectly, I instantly felt amazing! I got the 34 GG ( the same as I got for the replacement princess) because I think this one comes up a bit smaller than the others.

Also I just saw that you get £7 off a £30 spend at Brastop http://useth.at/bx7a  today (9/08/2012) with the code GAMES

Love Lilla xx

FASHION | Curvy Kate Third Birthday Blogger Event

I was lucky enough to be invited to Curvy Kate's Third Birthday and I had a fantastic time. When we got there we heard some great stuff about the brand, including how it came about and also how they work with De Monteforte University, who have a design a Curvy Kate module! It was really interesting to hear how Curvy Kate has evolved but has kept very much a family business. It's great to hear that everyone has input into designing the bras and the relationship between the models and the girls at Curvy Kate is amazing.

The second I walked in to the room I felt comfortable with everyone and as if I already knew a lot of them (even the bloggers). We got to meet a few of the Curvy Kate models who gave us a sneak peek of some of the Autumn Winter range which I might add is lovely, there are some really lovely pieces that I can't wait to buy!

After having a look at the range (and a few glasses of bubbles) we started playing pass the parcel so that we could all get to know each other! It was hilarious! We then got fitted! I went there wearing the 36E I got from Boux Avenue, that I blogged about a here. Although I loved the bra and said it fitted at the time, having worn it for a bit longer I realised that the cup was too small and I was bulging round my armpits, the bra did however support me better around the band than my old ones. Curvy Kate fitted me at a 34G and even replaced the Princess Bra that I reviewed here. The new fit is amazing. 

I get to choose one of the bras from the collection to review, it's a tough decision but I'll let you know once I get it!

Love Lilla x

FASHION | Curvy Kate to Celebrate Third Birthday in Style

Fashionable full bust lingerie company Curvy Kate will be marking their third birthday this month, and to celebrate they are planning anexciting viral giveaway on their Facebook page. From the 16^th July for 12 days, a prize from various retailers and sponsors will be given away daily.

Fans have the chance to win a plethora of fantastic prizes, with some top brands contributing from the hair, beauty, fashion and pamper product worlds.

Contributors include some of Curvy Kate’s key retailers: Littlewoods, Figleaves and Debenhams, as well as Dove Hair, Soap & Glory and cult beauty favourites GlossyBox. The final prize – a luxury photo shoot and pictures from London Boudoir Photography – will allow fans to get a taste of what it’s like to be a ‘Star in a Bra’ for the day.

Since the brand was launched in 2009, they’ve gone from strength to strength. Making their mark on an already very competitive market, they’ve gained loyal customers, had rave reviews in the media and blogosphere and manufactured products that simply can’t be bought elsewhere.

PR and Marketing Assistant Cheryl Warner commented: ‘Every member of the Curvy Kate team is so proud and thrilled by what we’ve achieved in three short years. With so many great brands on board supporting the competition and celebrating with us, we're really excited to see how this competition will be even bigger and more lucrative than the last. It’s also a chance for us to give away some birthday gift to thank our loyal fans for all their support over the past three years.’

See www.facebook.com/curvykate for daily prize updates from the 16^th July. Curvy Kate will promote the campaign online through social media, email newsletters, their retailers, forum seeding, blogging, social ads, and website banners. The promotion will also contain a unique viral feature allowing fans to click through a shared link. Also for every 10 shares the ‘sharer’ will receive an additional entry encouraging fans to participate to increase their chances.

FASHION | Curvy Kate Pink 'Princess' balcony bra - Review

Pink 'Princess' Balcony Bra*

After my post where I complained about how difficult it was to buy DD+ bras I got in contact with Curvy Kate about getting a sample, so that I could see how well there bras fitted and they very kindly said I could choose a set and they would send it out.

Literally the next day it arrived! I choose the Pink 'Princess' Balcony Bra* and matching undies. I decided to get the 36E and the bra fitted perfectly. What I love about this bra is that it is so comfortable and it also separates my boobs so they don't feel so big and bulky, who know it might even mean that I can wear a shirt without it gaping.

I decided to go for this set because I usually buy very 'sensible' bras and wanted to feel a bit sexy. When I was bigger as I felt  really unattractive in my underwear so wanted to draw as little attention to my body - that is however not to say that I don't think larger women can't be sexy Georgia Horne and Mia Tyler are two very sexual curvy ladies. I just personally felt unhappy at my old side despite my O/H loving me regardless.

Anyway thank you so much Curvy Kate for sending me this set to try and making me feel sexy :) I will definitely be buying Curvy Kate in the future.

                                                                   Love Lilla xx