I''ve bought several of these suits in different colors for both practice and competition, and they are outstanding! They are very durable and hold their shape and color well. A few comments on fit and sizing: These have a more "low rise" fit than a standard "speedo" type suit. They run about 2" at the sides, give or take depending on size. They also have a bit less stretch than a typical Lycra suit. I was afraid the suit would be too tight, so initially I ordered a medium (for a 30" waist). But after I got it, I decided a smaller size might be better. Currently I am wearing this suit in small for practice and extra small for competition. Sizing is a personal preference, but I like my suits to fit tight, with minimal coverage. The feeling of wearing a tight suit gives me that extra edge to swim fast in competition. Plus, I find they last longer and fit better over time if they are sized a bit small. I am lean and also not particularly modest, so I don''t mind wearing a skimpy suit.