very comfy but not suitable for any kind of wok out just a comfy wear when you need a little coverage but don't feel like strapping the ladies down. the strips do slip a little on the shoulder for me and the lift is practically no existant but im a 36DD so i might be asking a little much of this bra, definitely remove the pads prior to washing and replace after drying. they pop in and out easily if the sleek outer material on the pads stays intact its a nightmare to reposition the pads after washing and drying if you leave the pads in and the silky cover on the pads comes off. if the pads need to be was between uses then gently hand wash and air dry. i have read lots of reviews about the pads and washing but though egggg i just wash them, it'll be fine, the whole removing and replacing thing seems like a pain. trust me don't do this.