I got the Oahu in the lurex white and it's stunning- I didn't realize that it would be striped with shimmery gold- and the white is a flattering off white color- so it's not too "stark". The ties are NOT anywhere near as long as are seen in the photos- they barely are long enough to have excess at the top, so you can't tie a bow, but you can still tighten the suit a bit with them to adjust the fit. I have size 38 E/F chest and this felt supportive- similar support to the Malibu flat suits (got size L). The suit in indoor lighting seems a little sheer- but in natural light it didn't seem see through, so I am going to keep it and give it a go. I hope they make more colors of this suit, because it's such a good fit.