I love this corset.  It does exactly what it is supposed to do and looks beautiful while doing it.  I will say that you *might* consider sizing up if you are between sizes choose the larger - simply for the fact that you want to privacy panel in the back to full cover behind the laces from a style/look standpoint.  I bought it to go under a costume and I actually have to size my skirt down by almost 2" at the waist to wear it with this corset. I will be placing this item on my wish list in other colours as well.  From what I can tell, it is comfortable enough to wear all day.  I will update after my upcoming convention if that isn't the case!