This is the absolute, most comfortable and supportive bra that I have ever had! No padding; just support all around, including the wider back band. It is almost invisible under light knit fabric, too. Plus, it has no padded "barrier" between body and clothing. I never liked hugging anyone either with those "fake" pads. I just want my bras to natural without losing support and this one is THE best. Wacoal, never, never, never, never, never stop making this bra.