Not what you'd want for an actual waist trainer, but for costume use this is fine. Decent fabric, if you order small be prepared to put new laces on this because they are ribbons. I didn't buy it as a trainer, just as part of a costume, so it's great for me. Note: to put on a corset, you're supposed to loosen the laces all the way EACH TIME and fasten the fasteners, then cinch the laces and tie. I was able to do this by myself, but I'm used to wearing corsets. Practice! It'll make it easier.