I wore this bra exclusively 20+ years ago. I've had hundreds of bras since then, but I always remembered this particular bra, even all these years later. I was happy to see it available on Amazon. I give this bra the highest rating for:

-  Value: It fits as well or better than bras I have that are in the $70 range

-  Shaping: It has great lift, separation, and also boning on the sides that keeps the breast tissue "forward"

-  Visibility: I am wearing it now under a lightweight crepe blouse and while not completely invisible like a t-shirt bra, it's quite acceptable. I don't think anyone would notice it.

-  Support:  If you a C cup or bigger, this is the bra for you. It is not padded, so it gives you good support without adding inches to the bustline. There is no jiggle with this bra, but it is not nearly as constricting as a "support" bra or sports bra.

-  Lovely:  It's actually a pretty bra, in my opinion. I also appreciate that it is constructed of very lightweight mesh which is the key to support (i.e., no stretch) but also makes it comfortable and breathable when wearing.

-  Lift:  In my experience, this bra does not "minimize" -- actually, my bust measurement at the fullest part is 1" larger when wearing this bra. However, it's WHERE that extra inch (i.e., the fullest part of the bust) IS in proportion to the rest of my torso that makes this bra so wonderful:  IT'S HIGHER. And that means that clothing fits better. Here's why: the fullest part of the bustline of a garment is much higher than people realize: only about 1 inch below the underarm seam. When the fullest measurement of the breasts is too low (as in a bra that does not lift properly) there is pulling across the front of the garment because the fullest part of the breasts is no longer at the fullest part of the garment, but hanging lower, where there is less fabric. This bra corrects that and my clothing fits MUCH better; tops that were slightly tight across the bust are now just fine. The result of this lift is a much more high-fashion, couture look in clothing.