2028 Corset Waist Trainer for Women | Colombian Semi Vest Cincher with Adjustable Straps | 3 Hook Latex Shaper

For one, this cincher is definitely true to size according to the chart - XXL. I'm 5'5" 185lb, waist 35 (side bend waist) and my weight evenly distributed so big hips, butt, thighs,and 36DDDs. Usually, I'm a size 14/16 bottoms and tops L - XL. I LOVE the length. This sucker goes right down to cover the mommy apron. Yay! All the others I've tried have given me the reverse muffin effect by pushing things down to make that area look worse. Ack. Because it IS true to size. All I had to do was suck things in and I could start hooking. No need to lay down and struggle for 20 min to get each hook done. This is a plus overall for a first time trainer. BUT it worries me that it's technically too big for actual training. I *could* see the mommy apron fold underneath so it's definitely not as tight in that area as it could be. But hell, I can sit down at my desk in it and not feel it dig into the my lower belly. It's definitely snug enough under the bust and in the waist. No slouching here. Adjustable straps are awesome and there's no digging in on the back folds as the strapless ones tend to do. If you have narrow shoulders, the straps could be a bit too wide - at least at this size. The girls however are laid out as if on a shelf. LOL. Better than sagging I suppose. I'm keeping it as a noob friendly trainer. It'll improve my posture, cinch me in under thicker clothing and hopefully I'll move to the second hooks in a few weeks. Then I'll order a size down. Latex smell is minimal compared to some of the other ones that leave the latex scent on your hands. I *am* wearing with a tank underneath as I have sensitive skin. Will update with durability review once I've had it for a couple of months.

First, let me state I almost sent this back due to the extreme difficulty of putting it on. However, after watching some Youtube tutorials I was able to fasten the vest. The material is durable ( had it not been it probably would have broken). The outside is latex the inside is a cotton, Lycra blend of some sort with the "hook and eye" closure. I ordered the 38, I am 5'5 and weigh approx 180 lbs. Please note that most of my weight is in my lower body and I have a short torso. The vest fits great and is actually long, which prevents the "riding up" effect. I have worn it for an hour at a time around the house and out and about once to break it in. I will start to utilize it during workouts this week. As far as actual waist training I will use it in moderation with a waist cincher I previously own. One helpful hint I suggest for putting the vest on is 1. Dont wear a bra if possible, sometimes it gets in the way if your heavy chested and blocks the view. 2. Start from the bottom up. lying down on the bed. 3. Fold back the piece of material behind the "eye" it allows "hook" to latch on easier, WAY easier. 4. Take breaks, especially if your doing it yourself. 5. If you feel light headed, breathing issues TAKE IT off. I hope this review is helpful and will upload pictures shortly.

I first saw this online & getbodiedbyj aka Janelle Salazar ( a wellness & fitness trainer) was wearing a different version of this one - but i decided to get the vest to wear during my workout to help me sweatout more in my midsection area! Ive worn it to work all day & to workout, u can wear this under ur clothes & no one can tell. It helps with my posture & helps me sit straighter , which is an extra bonus. The only thing is that i am short (5'2) and so is my torso - even though the straps are adjustable sometimes the bottom portion of the vest will rub on my upper frontal portion of my thigh. its not really uncomfortable but i only noticed because i had a red spot after wearing it a few times. But the waist cincher works & it has extra added benefits of helping ur posture - i find myself correcting my slumping posture when I'm not wearing it (i work at a desk 90% of my day - so its a bad habit for me to hunch my back & shoulders a little) Some previous reviewers complained of the rubber smell -- i mean come on it is latex but the rubber smell isnt horrible u really only smell it very slightly when ur putting it on or taking it off! but if u spray it down with febreeze or Lysol i think ull b ok! (i used febreeze especially after working out in it)** Also i think this is a good alternative to women who have just given birth & are looking for a good compression belt/ to help with reducing ur waistline & midsection after giving birth (please do consult ur physician & ask their advice before trying this as i am not a doctor -- but i am a mom of 3) My child was 9 months when i started using this & i wish i had it immediately following my delivery & early on in my postpartum recovery!This waist cincher is A-OK with me i give it a big thumbs up!!

I followed the chart, and the size was right for me. I weigh around 117, am 5' 2", and chose the 32. This sucker is definitely well made. Otherwise, the hooks would be bent, because it is definitely a snug fit. I've worn it a few hours twice now. Easiest way to get it on is to start at the bottom, with it riding up higher than it would usually sit on your body, and hook your way up. You can pull it down as needed. I tried going from the bottom up to the middle, then the top down to the middle, but I couldn't get the middle closed and had to start over.Walking around or lying down is fine. You can take deep breaths to expand it if it feels tight around the ribs, as far as breathing goes. Bending down to feed the pets was NOT comfortable, though. I wouldn't wear it for gardening or anything that required a lot of bending. Haven't tried wearing it anywhere besides home yet, though. I ordered the cream and will see how that works with it. I definitely would recommend the vest over the strapless version to avoid the "back fat" look. Glad I read someone else's review before I ordered that one.