Beauty
The low-luster satin fabric is actually quite pretty in this ice-blue shade. The design is quite plain, the only decoration being a shiny satin V-shaped inset at the neckline.
Comfort & Fit
Fabric. Very soft and supportive. It is unlined, double-ply satin/spandex so it fits like a 2nd skin but does not provide much nip coverage, which I don't really care about, but you might.
Band. The same satin fabric - no 'power' mesh, which is good news. On the tall side, with a thick seam, which is less good news. But no poky side stays, which is always a plus for me.
Cups. Seamless, with a moderate amount of stretch, they are supportive but still allow for both full-on-top and full-on-bottom shapes. There is a foam side support that runs all along the outer cups, from the strap to the band. I forgot to smooth it down so it looks a little twisted at the top here, but it does lay flat and invisible under clothing.
I found that the cup construction did give me good lift and separation, and a very nice rounded shape under a knit shirt.
Compromises
Strap placement. This is purely a matter of preference, but I don't really care for the way the straps angle in at the back, which rises up to meet the straps with those ring connectors.
I find that this is the spot where I will get some rubbing & skin irritation after a few hours. Still, many women I know actually prefer this style.Sizing. I have always found Olga to run very snug in the band and large in the cups. So I sister-sized to a 44DD. Which equates to a 40G US.
My actual size is a 40H US/Euro or a 40G UK so this gives you an idea of how tight the band runs and how generous the cups.
Pricepoint. Around $25 on Amazon, $40 in a department store. The construction quality is quite good.
