I ordered this vest about a month ago and here are my thoughts. I was initially hesitant to buy it because I was afraid I would get the wrong size and have to return it and I was very worried about getting it on.

When I got the vest it took a little effort (which it SHOULD have to) to get on. Not bragging, but I have a very large chest (it's actually a curse :-) So, I love the fact that the chest part is open. I think it also does give me a bit of a lift in the chest area as I have noticed many stares from men that were below eye level. I decided to wear it to bed initially and agree with some of the reviews that it is very tight under the arms, shoulder area. I do tend to bend my shoulders forward, so I have learned that if I want it to fit correctly I will put my shoulders back like I should. Yes, corrects my posture. I just wanted to get used to it before I wore it out in public.

I have read some of the reviews that you can wear this to work or around the house, etc. I did not notice anything "sweat-wise" from wearing it then. I finally wore it to the gym this weak and oh Mylanta, I could not believe how much it made me sweat. In fact, the vest was totally sopped with sweat and you could see on my shirt where the sweat was even coming out over and under the vest.

Things I like: I like how low it goes on my belly, since that is my main area of concern (lower abs). I like that the chest area is open. I like that it is black and I like that the inside color is different. I LOVE the price for how well it works.

Things I don't like: They put the tag on the inside and it is very uncomfortable, so needs cut off. Hopefully that won't send you to prison like mattress tags and I won't have to testify at your trial because I told you to cut it off. I don't have a problem with back fat, but I understand why it goes so high in the back because some people do. It does itch underneath it at times and it is impossible to scratch because the vest is thick. The straps around the arms are a bit uncomfortable and I seriously considered cutting them off at first because they bothered me so much, but I finally remembered my mom saying how bad my posture was and put my shoulders back and I was fine.

The thing that definitely stands out for me is how much MORE it makes me sweat during my workouts.

Hope this helps!

I would really like this vest if it didn't cut into my underarms terribly! Comfort would be great if it weren't for that. Fits snug and doesn't roll up or move around. Chose size according to the chart provided. Can't comment on the weight loss because I just couldn't wear it due to the painful restriction below my arms.

Has a very bad smell. It came in a plastic bag. The smell is almost a mix of body odor and plastic. Hopefully it goes away. The actual product seems fine

Love this product. I have had it for almost a week and it has helped me sweat out 8 pounds.

I like it, but i use it under my work uniform
The only small problem was the sleeves that was scrapping under my arms