This was my very first shapewear purchase and it wasn't exactly the worst experience but it wasn't the best either.  Make no mistake, it shapes beautifully and the lift to my bustline...wow!  Perky doesn't exist beyond the age of 35 without surgical assistance, so very pleased there.  However, it has something akin to under wire that has left me with a really nasty bruise in the back region .  I can't say the purchase was a total waste because I really think it does what it says it would.  Again, visually it's perfect but the comfort is just not there.