I chose this brief in order to match the top - Fantasie Tankini.  but, so many ties! I realize they are for individual adjustment but it's overkill. I like the fit and the fact that it is a fold-over. This will go to my alterations person for her to fit/size to my body and also to remove the ties. In fairness for this review, the top also has ties and I was a bit overwhelmed by them.