I always have the problem of too much padding or not enough; this bra seems just right with a thin layer of foam (just enough to give shape without looking unnatural. I also wear the underwire in this version, but don't like to wear them all the time. I usually get a 34B, but decided to go up to the 36B for a little extra room around, hoping the cup size wouldn't also be bigger (as other brands seem to be), and luckily it wasn't. The bra does seem just a little scratchy, but with washing that will probably be better--I tried it on as soon as I got it and didn't take it back off to wash it, because it was so much more comfortable than what I was wearing. I'm back today to order more for myself and also for my daughter. (The underwire bras last for a long time so I'm thinking that these will too). Rhonda Pearce