Many women count their lucky stars that it exists, and a lot of them are, dare we say it, proud of using it. Of course, we are talking about shapewear!
“Shapewear” refers to an assortment of stretchy undergarments that shape and slim a woman’s body in order for her to look a bit more svelte. This can also be done so she can easily fit into a dress or a pair of jeans that is one to two sizes smaller than she is.
Body shapers work nearly 100% of the time. This is especially true when they are woven seamlessly, like pantyhose. Seamless body shapers are designed with precision to enhance curves. It should be stated, however, that garments made from panels sewn together also trim down figures in their own way.
Shapewear makes us appear thinner due to the rigid and/or stretchy fabrics that nip and tuck the body in a way that is flattering.
Basically, it cinches in areas of the body where fat tends to congregate and appears particularly unattractive. This fat is then pushed into places where it is actually desired. For example, shapewear that narrows your waist and flattens your abdominal area is designed to push the excess volume up towards your chest instead of down by your thighs, hips, and behind. This gives women the lovely hourglass shape that so many desire. And, if worn correctly, such body shapers can even improve one’s posture!
There are also types of shapewear that merely compact pockets of fat in order to project a slimmer body. Just by pushing the flab inwards, you can easily look as though you have instantly lost between one and two inches in the area where such a garment is worn.
So, basically, fat is either pushed directionally toward more desired places, such as your cleavage or bottom, or it is compressed against your body. This is why it is crucial to find body-shaping items that fit appropriately.
If a piece is too skimpy, the flab can be pushed out above and over the waistbands of skirts, shorts, and pants. No one desires a “muffin top,” so be careful. Also, fat can be pushed into places, like your abs, where muscles are compressed. That is not an attractive look, either.
Remember, if your shapewear has a proper fit, you should appear sleeker and smoother than before you slipped into it. And, having an apparently better physique should provide you with more confidence overall.