Oh, how I love this bra...let me count the ways!  I prefer a front-closure bra - so, check!  I also can't stand that most front-closure bras are "t-backs", "racerbacks", or "u-backs" (wow, when did we get so many names for this option??).  This bra is like a "normal" bra in the back - so, check again!  I also find I need an underwire for my size (36D) - check.  It's also a lovely LOOKING bra, and so I have it in taupe and black - check.  The only thing that gives me a bit of heartburn is the price (mid-$20s, when there  are lots of quality bras under significantly lower than that).  However, it appears to be the price required to get all those "checks", so I haven't minded it so much.  But that's for buying only TWO bras.  I might have to try a "U-back" for my next one, since I've found a few for around $16.50.  Still, if you're looking for a lovely, durable bra that ticks all of MY boxes, you can't go wrong with the Vanity Fair Illumination F-C Full Coverage bra.