I bought this bra for a trip to South India where it would be super hot and humid. The thought of wearing an underwire in that heat was not fun. I wanted something that would be very comfortable and easy to take care of in rough environments (didn't want anything fancy or with really thick fabric in the heat). Well this bra ended up not only being super comfortable, but supportive and so easy to wash and dry. It did not make me hotter in tropical weather, it was perfect. The fabric is soft and stretchy, but also keeps everything lifted and in place. I wear a 38DDD and am very satisfied with the XL. So much so that I have now started wearing them back in the States. I was wearing a very high end underwire bra that costed me $70 and when I put it back on after wearing this bra for a month in India, I honestly wanted to burn the high end bra. I even tried ordering a higher end wireless bra with amazing reviews...but nope, still not nearly as great as this bra. Yes, it lifted a little better, but did not come close to the level of comfort. I will keep my uncomfortable stray jacket bras for very special occasions and date nights, but I no longer care if my boobs have that perfect round underwire shape on a daily basis...I would rather feel comfortable and free! This bra has changed the game for me.