So this is what we have to wear underneath our shirts and over our sarongs. Why they make clothing that requires a girdle is beyond me, can't the shirts just be a little bigger. We could have gone without I suppose, but I was basically instructed by one of the women helping us get ready that I needed to wear one. Thanks for making the western woman feel like a giant, I so, so love that about traveling in Asia. Anyway, it was ok but by the end of the night it was a relief to take it off and not have restricted breathing. I'll let my stomach hang out next time.