Well-fitting shapewear should never be uncomfortable. Indeed, only garments which are designed to radically alter your natural shape through extreme compression should be expected to create any sensation of discomfort. This is why you should only wear these styles for short periods of time. Discomfort can often be caused by shifting shapewear: rolling up or rolling down for example. This is why it’s key to ensure the correct fit for your size and shape. So, when you’re looking for all day shapewear, which styles tend to offer the most comfort and security?
Top 5 Most Comfortable Styles
Whatever style you go for, remember that fabric plays a huge role in your comfort. The flexible, wicking and breathable fabrics that make up good quality garments mean that the close fit of your shapewear should not adversely affect your skin. So which styles should you look out for?
Bodysuit
A shaping bodysuit has so much to offer, it’s hard to know where to start! This shapewear smooths your line from your bust right down to your hips, so that you never experience any bulging around the waist. As it’s anchored from your shoulders, it remains secure all day long without any risk of roll down or up. When you select your garment, ensure to size accurately to prevent excessive compression around your torso. A shapewear garment should not leave you feeling hot or short of breath.
Shaping Shorts
If your focus is on your hips and thigh area, shaping shorts are an effective and comfortable solution. Look for high waists and long legs, since this will prevent the shapewear from budging as you go about your day. Seamless designs not only sit more comfortably against your skin, but also remain invisible under a tighter fitting trouser leg.
Control Briefs
Maybe you want to keep it simple. Control briefs offer a very focussed waist and bum compression, and are the most versatile of all shapewear styles. As far as comfort goes, the minor cut differences between control brief designs mean that you can find a style to suit you. From high waist to low leg, wide waist band and seamless features, comfort should never be an issue.
Full Slip
The great thing about choosing a shaping slip for under a dress is that, unlike shorts, your hips are streamlined without individual leg compression. It’s really down to personal preference which you prefer comfort wise. A slip, like a bodysuit, is anchored from your shoulders, so it’s super secure and won’t shift. It’s also that bit easier to go to the loo; which has to be a consideration if you’re looking for all day comfort!
Shaping Cami
This shapewear style is again anchored at the shoulder, and brings shaping to the bust, waist and hips. This support to your posture actually increases comfort rather than detracts from it. A cami is that bit more practical than some bodysuit styles as the garment ends at the hip, so that you can team it with briefs of your choice. The long line is great for an uninterrupted silhouette. Select your accurate size to prevent any chance of roll up.
Getting the right fit
Shapewear works best when it is a close fit. However, it is at its worst when it’s too tight. This goes for both comfort and appearance. So always measure yourself carefully and accurately before you buy. If your normal dress size can vary, check the size guide if there is one available. If not, go for the dress size that your waist measurement is in line with.
As with anything that we wear, we all have our personal preferences. And shapewear is no different. What one person finds all day comfort in, another may not. There are common features to all comfortable garments though. These are an accurate fit and good quality fabrics. Get these things right, and your comfort and confidence will be secured.
Becky is an author and copywriter who has been writing about women’s issues and underwear for several years. She also writes blogs which cover a range of topics for local businesses.
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