Having larger breasts but a small rib cage, most bandeaus are simply not tight and big enough to do the trick. These are the only ones that accomplish both. I removed the little bow on the fron which I think makes it look cheaper and it really looks very nice and expensive from the front. The back with the big bra clasp does look a little granny bra-ish but not too noticeable. I bought this one and then went back and bought in all colors.