One of the most common struggles women share is the quest for the perfect body. However, the definition of the perfect body differs for different people because not all of us are made the same, or have the same body shape and type. While some have ‘love handles’ and ‘jelly belly’, others might deal with ‘FUPA’ or larger thighs. Luckily, women can successfully hide those little body imperfections by wearing shapewear.

 Whether you’re in your 20’s, 30’s or middle-aged 40s and want to feel more beautiful wearing a dress or you’re just a woman who wants to accentuate her body figure when dressed classy or more casual, shapeware seems to be your best ally.

Why Shapewear? 

Shapewear can sculpt your figure, hide everything that bothers you, and make you look flawless in no time. This piece of underwear is designed to support and lift your body and hide (compress) those uneven areas on it. Available in a selection of types and styles, you can easily find the perfect fit for you. 

Just make sure to choose one that’ll make your body look like a bomb without the risk of not being able to breathe. Quite often, these body shapers are made from fabrics that can dig deep into the skin, which can cause some serious marks on your skin. So, this is the reason why you should choose wisely when searching for the right one.

Ideally, you should look for a body shaper that can enhance your natural silhouette and not dig into your skin, making you unable to breathe. You should look for one that’s made from natural materials like cotton, which are lightweight yet contouring. Quality shapewear can provide the needed support and contour without compromising your well-being.

The Most Preferred Styles

Shapewear Bodysuit

Bodysuit shapers are one of the oldest and most favoured types of undergarment shapers by women. They are considered all-in-one shapers designed to sculpt the figure from the bottom to the bust, helping to smooth out every little imperfection you might have. Keep in mind that some of these shapers come with already built-in bra cups that offer extra support, so wearing a regular bra isn’t necessary.

Panties

Hip and butt shapersare designed to cover the hips and torso to smooth the lower belly. Depending on the model you choose, they can go up to the ribcage in order to cover both the tummy and those annoying love handles. This particular piece of undergarment is perfect for hiding bulges and smoothing your hips and belly, making it the perfect option when wearing jeans, pants, dresses and skirts. In other words, these panties are perfect to be worn under all kinds of clothing.

Shaper Shorts

Unlike pants, shaper shorts are designed to smooth out everything, the thighs, the hips and the torso. Just like panties, they can go up to the ribcage, making them ideal for shaping your waist and stomach as well. They are the perfect option for wearing different kinds of clothing, but mainly pants, dresses, and skirts. Aside from shaping your body, they are great for hiding cellulite as well, which is something you might find useful to know.

Shaping Slips

Shaping slips look quite similar to bodysuits with a bottom shaped like a dress/skirt. These shaping slips can sculpt your curves, smooth your tummy and thighs, making them perfect for being worn under a bodycon-style dress. Unlike bodysuits, panties and shorts, this body shaper is more convenient to use when going to the restroom.

How Do I Know What Shapewear to Buy?

The easiest way to know which one is the best for you is by identifying your troublesome body areas. But if you want to choose one that can hide all the imperfections without making you look funny, you should choose one that comes in your regular clothing size, not a size down.

Dealing With Common Problems

Rolling Up and Down

Well, some of the most common problems women deal with when buying a body shaper are rolling and going up. One of the main reasons for this is wearing the wrong size; however, there are some other things that can cause these problems as well. One of them is when the panty type of body shapers is not high enough, so they end up rolling down. Ideally, you should choose high-waist panties as they sit at the waist level or higher up to the bra line.

Compression Level

The compression level is just another important thing that shouldn’t be ignored when shopping for the right body shaper. Given the fact that the compression level can vary from light to firm, you should look for one that can match your comfort preferences. In the end, you should breathe normally while wearing the shaper and not deal with the shaper digging into your skin.