Ladies...bodyshapers?

QueenJayJay

I'm looking for a good bodyshaper to wear with semi-clingy dresses. I've tried the Spanx that are like shorts, but they always roll down on my belly, then create an even worse muffin top! Any suggestions?

QueenJayJay

felice03

tacos....i got nothin'....

QueenJayJay

tacos....i got nothin'....

Yeah, I hate the way Spanx look on that, too :sick:

nakabi

Can't help you there..Hope you find something..if nothing else, duct tape works for everything

AmberJslimsAWAY

Can't help you there..Hope you find something..if nothing else, duct tape works for everything

I would totally do this

ruggedBear

Look for the super high-waisted shapers. I get them from Target or Kohl's - they look like super tall underwear (not shorts) and the 'waist' band goes right up under my bra band - smoothing out both the belly roll and that little bump under the bra band. Good luck!

Cindym82

Victoria Secrets makes and amazing body shaper....expensive but worth it in the end. Or try for a full one with straps, they tend to work better also because they'll hide any back fat, wont move, and make your boobs look nicer

meg7399

I had that problem with Spanx and another brand that I can't remember the name. What I do that works best is I do a Spanx tank (Only works with some dresses and surely not strapless and pull control top pantyhose over the bottom of the tank. I have a friend who swears by spanks shorts and she says she just pulls them high enough up and she gets no roll down. I know Loft carries a brand (other than Spanx).

capaxinfiniti

Victoria Secrets makes and amazing body shaper....expensive but worth it in the end. Or try for a full one with straps, they tend to work better also because they'll hide any back fat, wont move, and make your boobs look nicer

^^ The one with the straps. I wore it under my homecoming dress! Made me look like an hourglass ;D

QueenJayJay

Look for the super high-waisted shapers. I get them from Target or Kohl's - they look like super tall underwear (not shorts) and the 'waist' band goes right up under my bra band - smoothing out both the belly roll and that little bump under the bra band. Good luck!

I think that's my problem. I've been getting the ones that hit at the belly button.

Shaneekwa

Look into Flexees. I absolutely love them and they have all types www.maidenform.com. They are also available at jcpenny, macys, etc...

kittyneutron

I'm looking for a good bodyshaper to wear with semi-clingy dresses. I've tried the Spanx that are like shorts, but they always roll down on my belly, then create an even worse muffin top! Any suggestions?

If they are rolling down you have bought a size too small. You might want to try the Spanx that are high waisted. They are not the world's most comfortable things but for special events they are nice. Spanx also has high waisted control tights that are pretty great (do not wear stuff like this if you are going to be eating much food-I always get a stomach ache if I do!)

ETA: I hate that if you hug people too closely it is SO obvious you have Spanx on. It's like hugging a wall LOL!

PrincessKittenpants

Look for the super high-waisted shapers. I get them from Target or Kohl's - they look like super tall underwear (not shorts) and the 'waist' band goes right up under my bra band - smoothing out both the belly roll and that little bump under the bra band. Good luck!

This is what I use too....LOVE IT!

QueenJayJay

I'm looking for a good bodyshaper to wear with semi-clingy dresses. I've tried the Spanx that are like shorts, but they always roll down on my belly, then create an even worse muffin top! Any suggestions?

If they are rolling down you have bought a size too small. You might want to try the Spanx that are high waisted. They are not the world's most comfortable things but for special events they are nice. Spanx also has high waisted control tights that are pretty great (do not wear stuff like this if you are going to be eating much food-I always get a stomach ache if I do!)

ETA: I hate that if you hug people too closely it is SO obvious you have Spanx on. It's like hugging a wall LOL!

I fit into the weight/height on their sizing chart, so I don't think that's the issue-- for someone so short (5'4"), I'm extremely long-waisted, though, so I think I just need the taller ones.

whtlatina1214

umm i got my last one from walmart and it was hanes cheap and worked better then any spanx ever ...
ive tried them and also i tried one @ jcpenny that was amazing but i cant member the name just member it came with two one skin colored and either blak or white or tan...

FitLink

I'm looking for a good bodyshaper to wear with semi-clingy dresses. I've tried the Spanx that are like shorts, but they always roll down on my belly, then create an even worse muffin top! Any suggestions?

That is exactly why, when I attended a wedding recently, I wore a shaper like this: http://goo.gl/uSXIG

Because it comes up under the bra and is high on the back it gives a smoother look than the panty type. I seldom wear something like this because I don't dress up even once a year.

MaryDreamer

I used to wear Squeem.

AndiJ2011

I agree with the poster that said flexees. I used to wear the kinds that fits like a bathing suit (with crotch snaps).. but the breast area is cut low so that you can wear you own bra.

gtwin

Try Sweet Nothings from Wal-Mart....these have been the best I've tried so far. It's a legging but I'm sure you could cut them if you need to. The waist is high and they never roll down....

radicalreader

Maidenform makes bodyshaper camisoles that are sold at walmart and target under a different name.

At walmart they are "sweet nothings". I don't remember the name at target.
They have cami-style spaghetti straps. They are long enough to go over your hips, so they don't roll up and bulge.
They are very comfortable. They have other styles, too ... unitard, shaper panties, bodysuit, body briefer, etc.

lizard053

Last time I squeezed into a dress, I used a corset! Not very comfy tho...

alecta337

I am totally going to get one of these things... I have never seen them before, they're pretty awesome. My bf is going to try to undress me and be like WTF.

AngelaeLebron1

get a whole one piece one, with a built in bra..I got one at JC penny...works great...I wear it for special occasions with dresses and stuff like that

QueenJayJay

I'm noticing that the Asset and Hanes on Target's web site are a lot cheaper than these other brands. Anybody had a good experience?

danielleov

I've used the one that goes all the way up under the bra and then into shorts, that is best for a super clingy dress....but I agree if it's rolling then you bought it too small, sorry.....Spanx work as do Hanes (from target)....bring the dress and try them on, it really depends on what you're wearing, I have about 3 different kinds. The shorts are good for Chub Rub (thighs) lol.

Also control top pantyhose that again go all the way up under the bra, are fantastic!!! Just don't wear undies and you won't have any lines!

QueenJayJay

I'm noticing that the Asset and Hanes on Target's web site are a lot cheaper than these other brands. Anybody had a good experience?

Received this answer on my wall, in case anyone else wondered too:

"I tried Asset (heh, the name makes my inner 12 year old giggle) when I was recently a bridesmaid stuck wearing an unforgiving dress. They worked out fine however it certainly didn't hold up fantastically after washing. If it is something you just need once in a great while, save your cash and buy the cheap stuff. If this is something you'll wear often, buy the Spanx. Spanx and Asset are the same company but very different products quality-wise."

daphnegetnfit

Victoria Secrets makes and amazing body shaper....expensive but worth it in the end. Or try for a full one with straps, they tend to work better also because they'll hide any back fat, wont move, and make your boobs look nicer

Thanks, I was looking at the one from VS but was hesitant to spend the $$ I did not know anyone that tried them

leverspaugh

As an aside - the Miraclesuit is THE best swimsuit I have ever owned. I haven't had a swimsuit in probably 20 years and I actually wore this to a public pool last year. I have also, in a pinch, worn it as a body shaper under clothing. It is life-changing. If you hate swimwear, check them out! I bought mine at Lane Bryant last year with a coupon, but I have also seen them online. They run between $100-150 but the confidence gained while wearing it was pretty much priceless!! Good luck in your search.

raige123

I like Maidenform shapewear!

morganhccstudent724

High Waisted Spanx...

If your getting the "Power Panty" by Spanx, that's why you are getting the roll. I am really short waisted and it hits me in an awkward place on my belly. I wear the "Higher Power" and they come all the way up to the bottom of my bra. Most of the time I can layer the bottom of my bra over top the Spanx so there is no little speed bump in the back. I have the"Higher Panty" in the biker type short and the "All the Way" hose.

High waist is your friend.


Sources of information: I worked at Lane Bryant for 10 years. I have put more women in Spanx than I care to mention :laugh: