This is a real 'foundation' garment, a sturdy, well-made, quality lifter. It isn't especially comfortable (I am told) and it seems it was made for a particular kind of build.  My girlfriend didn't really qualify.  In fact, none of my girlfriends could have qualified.  I would recommend this for the very well endowed woman whose breasts may have sagged a good bit so that a regular bra just won't perk them up anymore.