As some others say, I agree this seems to be a well made sturdy item, not junky or flimsy. I got the Hot pink & black 9 bone in Medium, I am about 130 lbs. right now with a 32-33" waist and the medium seems perfect.  My waist is my only problem area. I am also short waisted, so this covers most of my problem area, but  a little bit of the bottom of my belly isn't covered by it.  I hope to lose about 7 pounds by what I eat & exercise, and hoping the trainer will define my waist.  Received it today I can't speak for longevity yet. Is my  first 'waist trainer', never heard of it until Kim K. {I wonder what her body would look like if she didn't use a waist trainer?}  I got this one because of the good reviews and because  I thought it would be  a lot easier to put on than one with eye hooks. I figured I would tend to use this style more often because it was faster and easier.  I also like that I can wear it over the top of my lounge cloths and gym cloths. I plan use this one mostly  hanging around the house and also when  walking or riding a bike. I looks so sporty & cute so I don't think most people will recognize what it is and think it is a fashion statement. I plan to get one with eye hooks for going out when not excesising, something invisible under my cloths.