Our soft binders are handmade in Los Angeles using our compression knit with antimicrobial and moisture management treatments. They are carefully designed to have strong seams, clean finishes, and no rough areas or tags to scratch or irritate the skin. The two layers of fabric in the front work to compress and softly flatten the chest without making it hard to breathe. On the zip-up styles, a slim but strong nylon coil zipper in the front makes dressing and undressing much easier! The fabric used for our lightweight compression garments is, of course, lighter weight than our usual binder fabric as well as more stretchy - more like the swim fabric we use for the Active Top and Tucking Bikini. Since this does affect the fit and feel of the binder, we have an adjusted size chart for the lightweight version. Compression tops with more stretch are better for swim and excercise, though we don't recommend swimming in the white color. This lighter-weight fabric is more breathable, but is also thinner. They are also a great option for post-op use, or for anyone who is looking for compression similar to that of the Active Top but with a lower neckline or a zipper. For those looking for higher compression (available in black, beige, and white) or for more details about individual styles, please see our the original soft binders: Half-Length (No Zipper) Half-Length with Zipper 3/4-Length with Zipper Full-Length (No Zipper) Please check the size chart in the fit tab above, as you would need a larger size in our usual compression level. If the chart in the fit tab is too small to read, it can also be found at the end of the product photos. Legal Disclaimer: Our products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or physical health condition. Fit Please check the size chart above, as you may want a smaller size than in our usual compression level. If the chart here is too small to read, it can also be found at the end of the product photos. Half-Length Zip Binders are approximately 13" from high point shoulder. This is long enough for most people, and ideal for many - being short enough that it won't roll up - however we also offer a 3/4-Length version with dressing hooks which is 15-18" long depending on the size. The Full-Length Binder is 22.5-25" long from the shoulder. The fabric used for our lightweight compression garments is, of course, lighter weight than our usual binder fabric as well as more stretchy - more like the swim fabric we use for the Active Top and Tucking Bikini. Since this does affect the fit and feel of the binder, we have an adjusted size chart for the lightweight version. Compression tops with more stretch are better for swim and excercise, though we don't recommend swimming in the white color. This lighter-weight fabric is more breathable, but is also thinner. They are also a great option for post-op use, or for anyone who is looking for compression similar to that of the Active Top but with a lower neckline or a zipper. For those looking for higher compression (available in black, beige, and white) or for more details about individual styles, please see our the original soft binders: Half-Length (No Zipper) Half-Length with Zipper 3/4-Length with Zipper Full-Length (No Zipper) Please check the other size charts if you get the original-level compression, as you would need a larger size in it than the one above. FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE HAD TOP SURGERY:Those who have only gotten a reduction may use both measurements in the size chart for consideration, like normal. But if you are now relatively flat, please base sizing on the chest measurement above the bust (not around or below the bust) and get 1 size down from what the chart recommends based on that 1st measurement. Care Machine Wash Cold Tumble Dry Low Click here for more details and an example of what the inner label looks like Legal Disclaimer: Our products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or physical health condition. Policies Refund Policy: free exchanges if cleanShipping Policy: ships 1-3 business days from purchasePrivacy PolicyTerms of Service Legal Disclaimer: Our products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or physical health condition.
