I ordered 3 abdominal belts to continue to carry "old" clothes mean. As described in other reviews, the tapes have only an optical purpose and no supporting effect. I think they sit well on the stomach without loosely hang down well without constricting. I do not want my cut off the belly yes. Previously, I wear them to conceal the open and trouser button to short tops. For this they are going well. But The White Ribbon is more transparent - I take it if it is time to look chic. For everyday I prefer black and a small fashion gag between times pink - is a nice contrast to jeans and a blouse. I am very satisfied and would buy again the tapes.