I am very happy with this bra as it gives good support without under wires and the lift makes wearing a T-shirt look more youthful. I found the 44C true to size. The cross support and extra under support make for great lift and feeling "no bounce" I have only hand washed and air dried-so can not comment on using wash machine or dryer. Comes up a bit high on chest area, but for me worth the good support for power walking. I will buy this bra again well worth the investment.