I can’t stand the plastic loops that go around your ears, they hurt after a while. i leave the back open, and many people stop me to tell me its open, but it is a recommended configuration from teva. The plastic parts between toes broke after a month I thought turtle beach was a pretty good brand but I was really disappointed by the use of such poor construction and useless support. When you are a beginner meaning first time corset wearer order the size that will give you 2-4" smaller than your natural waist size (any smaller you might get light headed and pass out. For this reason I have to return them. These wont make it through Summer. It’s unlike me to buy without reading the reviews on a product, but even though we’re only talking about $23 here, I wish I had done more research. Definitely worth the $15! other mounting options, this is the one to get.