I would actually give this bra a 4plus. It is so comfortable and shapes beautifully. I do not like padded bras, but the light lining in this one does not bother me at all. The bra lifts and holds an endowed bustline firmly and comfortably, and it shapes naturally so that clothes look better and I find it does not irritate the chest wall at all. That front closure means no hooks and eyes to irritate the back. I bought two and will buy more. Why not a 5? As another reviewer noted..the fabric tends to pill. . That is not a deal breaker since it works in every other way.

I love a front closure bra so you have no showing in the back with thin blouses. Have several in my wardrobe. However, this time the bra was just toooo large! Cups are larger than last time and also later around my back. Had to return. Wish they made a 32!

I have been wearing this particular bra style for around 5 years. They are simply the best, most comfortable, well-constructed bras available. The light lining gives a smooth silhouette under clingy material and there's no lumpy hook in the back. The front hook means easy on-easy off and easy strap adjustment too because the slides are in front. The underwires are perfectly contoured - no poking. I tossed all of my other uncomfortable bras!

I prefer front closure bras. With difficulty hooking back closures, this is the perfect solution for me. I have been wearing this style of Bali bra for at least 10 years. The support is really good. The underwire does not dig in. The color selection is perfect. I would definitely recommend this bra.

All of this should be viewed in the context of there not being a whole lot of choice in larger-sized bras to begin with. I was happy to find a front-closing bra with padded cups and a straight back - racer back anything tends to climb up on the shoulder, which is fine for a sports bra, but not one meant to be work with work apparel like a portrait- or boat-neck blouse where you would just see nothing but bra straps. I read the description and could figure out why I hadn't bought this one before. Turns out, I did, and I sent it back because the front clip - no matter how you adjust the straps - ends up pulled diagonally, stressing the corners where the closure is attached to the bra. This will no doubt weaken the closure in those spots and it will break prematurely because the stress is not evenly distributed. I can "fix" the problem by putting stitches alongside where the closure is attached through the overly-wide loop that secures it to keep it from being pulled askew (or at least not as much), but I shouldn't have to fix a brand new bra. Unfortunately, if want a front-close bra with real cups and a straight back, that is not a sports bra, in a band size bigger than a 36, this is one of very, very few options so it's worth it to fix them, it just irritates me because this would be so easy to fix at the factory and it's such an obvious design flaw.

I ordered this bra last year in hopes that I could wear it comfortably as I have Fibromyalgia. I found it very comfortable, the front closure is extremely helpful as I don't have the back closures rubbing on my back nerves. The wide band is also very comfortable around my rib cage. The straps are wide enough to where they don't put extra pressure on my shoulder nerves. The only drawback is the underwire, but I just make a small slit on the side and pull it out. For Fibro Warriors, worth a try.

This s a lovely bra, but I did not know it was "lined". I normally wear the floral underwire that is not lined, but wanted to try the front closure style. It is easier to put on then a back closure style. This style lacks adjustability other than at the shoulders. This style is not a good choice for me hence my review. It does not reflect on the actual item. I'll stick to my long time preference.

I've been buying all sorts of bras and not being happy with any of them for two reasons. This bra solves all my problems. With a touch of scoliosis, one shoulder drops more than the other and bra straps do not stay up. The racer back of this style not only stays up, but doesn't have the cross in the middle of my back. Secondly, there's no lace on the back or band, just pure comfort. And thirdly, the front hook is big and sturdy. Please Bali, never stop making this model bra.

As one who doesn't generally buy underwire bras because I haven't been able to find one that is comfortable, I was apprehensive. I have a shoulder injury so needed a bra with a front closure but still wanted something fashionable. These are just right. The wire stays where it's supposed to, doesn't dig and is remarkably comfortable. I put one on, and all i could say was WOW!!!

I absolutely love the comfort. This is the 1st front closure bra that I have ever truly loved. However, after wearing for only 3 times the wire posed through the front. I have only wore 2 of my bras so far so I am hoping that no more wires poke through the other ones. As far as comfort us concerned they are great. I have a big back and they fix really well. Maybe I just got one that was missed in inspection Would definitely buy again.