Review: Marie Jo Avero Heart Shape Padded Bra and Hotpants

Up for review today is two items from the Avero set from Marie Jo.  This lingerie design house boasts that the Avero collection is the "grand dame" in the lingerie world.  Coming from Europe, Belgium specifically, that is no small talk.  But it doesn't take much exploration of this line, or the Marie Jo brand in general, to figure out that they have every intention of backing it up.  Marie Jo was born out of the existing lingerie brand, Prima Donna, with the goal of, not only creating lingerie with more cutting edge designs in mind, but also taking lingerie engineering to another level.

The Avero Heart Shape Padded Bra is an excellent example of just that.  While, like all padded bras, the goal is to create a lift and separation, the difference here is the sort of wavy line created by the way the top of the cup is cut.  While it looks good, the purpose here is to actually create and more contoured fit for the wearer, instead of simply an uplift.  It creates a much more custom fit and feel (as well as look) than the average padded bra.  It also helps the bra mold to your body better and disappear under clothing.  If you're looking for more than just lift, this is an excellent place to start.  The amazing part is, all of this look comes with no comfort sacrificed.  This is a great feeling bra:  comfortable, lightweight, and can go all day without digging in or squeezing anywhere.

But if you think that "functional" most often means not necessarily good looking, this line is certainly the exception.  Coming in a variety of colors (I chose purple), the surface of the cup is done in geometric shapes, using different tones of the same color and meet in the middle with a daisy design, as well as a bow.  Up along the front of the straps, the daisy design continues, creating a beautiful feminine look and detail.  Finally, as if there wasn't enough functionality, the straps can be adjusted from a regular bra, into a racerback (criss-cross) or halter-top detail.  Between the adjustable straps, and the cups that are designed to disappear under clothing, this bra can be worn with just about any top imaginable.  It could certainly be the most functional bra you own.

The matching hotpants (you could also select a thong, G-string, bikini, low-rise bikini, or brief) are mid rise and done in the same geometric pattern as the bra.  They are seamless and also designed to not show under clothing.  On both sides, up the front of the panty, are two rows of the same daisy pattern that is done on the bra straps.  They have a cheeky back, and a satin trim.  Just as the bra, they are incredibly stylish and comfortable. 

If you're still searching for that perfect bra, this set, or perhaps some other from this designer, should certainly be checked out.  No designer puts more effort into creating a bra than Marie Jo.  Their website, is full of bra tips and information.  It is definitely worth checking out.  Finally, they have a search tool that will help you look up where they are selling Marie Jo products in your area.  It even rates each boutique as to how much quantity of their products it carries.  You owe it to yourself to try one of their bras.

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