These undergarments  apply gradual pressure from my thighs to my ribs. I have a smooth silhouette in both my jeans and dresses now. The comfort level is high, but they do bind me after about 8 hours. I find this to be no problem since I change when I get home from work anyway. My overall experience with them is wonderful because I have received so many compliments from my friends and co-workers about how healthy I look now...lol! I would recommend these tights to anyone trying to smooth out their overall look. Definitely worth the price.