I usually get Maindenform flexees, but with summer here, it's just too hot.  I love this shaper.  It's much lighter and still gives me support.  I do order 1 size bigger since I'm looking to keep loose skin tighter, not to hold me in.  I lost a ton of weight so skin is an issue.  My only complaint is, it comes up to high on my side boob, which can sometimes squish.  But I still love it.  I'm 5'8"  175 lbs and got a size 2x.