This corset is pretty nice considering the cost. It is a "fashion corset" - meaning it's not meant to actually shape your figure as it doesn't have metal boning - and it's fine for occasional wear. I was actually surprised by how well it was made (except for the back ribbon which is really thin and cheap) but I have two small problems: A) when I tighten it correctly it's just a tad too big (I have a 34" bust and 27" waist) and really short - but I am 5'10" so that might be okay for someone shorter. The color is a little bit less saturated than in the picture and a tad towards champagne.