Good shapewear can be comparable to a good friend. They give you support when you need it. They keep all the secrets that you don’t want the world to know. And they give you that added lift when everything’s going down.
But like good friends, they can also be hard to find! So we’ve made a short list of the different types of shapewear that you should be best friends with. Here are some of the items you definitely need in your closet to say bye-bye, bilbil!
Long Leg
This long leg kind of shapewear can also be called the high lace long panty. These keep the tummy tucked while controlling jiggling thighs for a smoother silhouette under a tight-fitting dress. This is can also flatten the stomach depending on the kind of material used. Usually, these are made of spandex or elastane which keeps everything in place so you don’t have to worry about anything bursting while you’re busting your moves on the dance floor.
Lace Shaper by Triumph
Department stores nationwide
Control Camisole
This kind of shapewear is subtle yet it makes a big difference in the bust area. Some of these control camisoles have built-in underwires or foam padding which can give a little boost even when you aren’t wearing a bra. The fabric minimizes flab while maintaining comfort and is best for use under jackets or hoodies. Control camisoles without underwires can also be comfortable for sleeping since the fabric used is usually breathable cotton.
Thinstincts Convertible Camisole by SPANX
Available on Nordstrom (free shipping to the Philippines)
Corsets
Corsets come in different styles such as merry widows, waist cinchers, underbust corsets, and many more. These styles can have different cuts that might end at the hips or under the hips. But all of these serve the same purpose which is to make the waist look smaller. Full corsets like merry widows help in pushing up the bust, while underbust corsets and waist cinchers keep the waist small.
Corsets were traditionally used as shapewear from the 16th century to the early 20th century, but now in modern times they’re also considered as lingerie. They’re more popular as lingerie now because they can really spice things up in the bedroom! 😉
Black Lace-Up Corset from Shein
Seamless Underwear
This is something more common in everyone’s underwear drawer, so it wouldn’t surprising if you already have one or two pieces yourself. Seamless underwear isn’t exactly shapewear that cinches everything in, but seamless bras do give that added support while maintaining the smoothness when you’re wearing a tight-fitted dress. The edges of seamless panties don’t show like regular panties do when you’re wearing tight-fitted pants or skirts. So these items are the best kind of casual shapewear you need, even for everyday use!
Microfibre Low-Rise Thongs by Marks and Spencer
Ayala Center Cebu, SM Lanang Premiere, Ayala Malls Abreeza, Limketkai Center
Girdles
A girdle is a postpartum woman’s best friend. During pregnancy, a woman’s organs get compressed to make space for the uterus to expand. So after giving birth, a girdle is usually recommended by physicians to aid in compressing the stomach area. Girdles aren’t only for women who’ve just given birth though. Often women who have the problem of protruding stomachs use this to tuck everything in.