I have recenty lost weight and all my new pants, for some reason, go down below the tummy.  I tried wearing a  belt but that did not work and was uncomfortable.  These suspenders are great because they hold up my pants and I am not uncomfortable ,as when wearing the belt.  One thing I must mention is you must wear them in a way, that if and when you need to use the ladies room, the suspenders are easily taken off your shoulders without completely undressing.  Hope this helps.