The waist cincher trainer immediately creates a beautiful curvy shape. This high compression shapewear smooths the silhouette and instantly removes up to five inches from the waist and abdomen through compression and perspiration. This body shaper is suitable for plus size and petite plus women. It is supported with three (3) reinforced columns of hook and eye closures down the center of the abdomen. This posture correcting piece supports your spine, reducing back pain. The latex sport girdle rises to just below the breast so you can wear your favorite bra with this piece, it can even fit tall plus women. Perfectly pairing form and function, the latex Waist Cincher compresses without sacrificing comfort. BEST WAY TO PUT YOUR CINCHER ON: For first time users it is always better to lay down in the floor, sofa or bed and start closing your cincher from the Bottom Up. Other effective way is to have your friend or partner help you making pressure on both side the sides of the waist trimmer while you start closing the clips from the button up. Please note that this Waist Band has been designed to expand up to five inches, it is difficult at first but keep trying it will be second nature once you are used to do it. This waist trainer is not recommended for people sensitive to latex.