topic Do you have a recommendation for a body shaper? in Fashion

Do you have a recommendation for a body shaper?

magicmoodz — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 22:25:16 GMT

I recently bought a dress for an upcoming event that is a bit form-fitting and out of my comfort zone.

I should, but I never wear any kind of shaper, so this is unchartered territory. Do you have a recommendation? I would like a garment that will "erase" any bra/panty lines, but I do not want to deal with those pesky snapping crotches. What about a slip--do they work?

Any suggestions you might have are appreciated.

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chrystaltree — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 22:46:39 GMT

Go to Spanx.com. They have something for every occasion and every challenge and every outfit. Even slips that are shapers.

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azgal — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 22:57:42 GMT

I really like this one A234054 . The one I have isn't the full back coverage but other than that it's the same. (mine has spaghetti straps) What I really like about it is that it doesn't flatten the bust area. Most shapers I see have the same compression fabric across the bust flattening you out. This one doesn't.

No crotch snaps to deal with either. I don't have any trouble with it staying down. I have never worn it with a dress, though.

I have a muffin top and it really helps with that.

Sorry I don't know how to make a link to it.

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LTT1 — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 23:20:43 GMT

@magicmoodz... The last time I wore a body shaper it was the long-line panty style by Spanx that was so thin it didn't bother me at all. The SA at Nordstrom guided me in this. I was surprised that it was so gossamer.

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Chi-town girl — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 23:38:02 GMT

Spanx is a great line but its' sister line called Assets that is sold at Target is also a good option.

I really like Heather Thomson's Yummie line. Check out HSN for better than Nordstrom/department store pricing. Her shape wear TS offers are fantastic. I love her shaping tanks-wear one almost daily.

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islandgrrl — Wed, 02 Mar 2016 00:41:47 GMT

I've adore the Spanx 'Trust Your Thinstincts' line. Smoothing but comfortable. I've never tried the body suit. Shawn says she swears by them. I'd like to give it a try.

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jlkz — Wed, 02 Mar 2016 01:05:57 GMT

I didn't bring the shaper I wore for my 50th high school reunion down to FL. However, it was a great one that I found at SteinMart. I would recommend the type that lets you wear your own bra: most of those that have their own never quite seemed to fit properly.

The shaper ( a name brand that I don't remember down here ) was very comfortable: I danced the entire night !

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peachesncream — Wed, 02 Mar 2016 01:41:20 GMT

This is what I wear under slinky dresses or slacks.

Jockey Skimmies Slipshort:

It comes in two lengths; this is the longer one. There's a short one, too. I bought mine at Kohl's, but I think they're sold at a lot of places.

In general I don't like bodyshapers. They remind me of girdles, which I hated and don't miss!

But I will wear Jockey Skimmies (on occasion). They're comfortable, and yet they give just enough shape that I look more streamlined in certain outfits.

Another thing - some shapers are so expensive. Jockey Skimmies are $20 (and I've paid less on sale).

The one I've shown comes in 8 colors.

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MaggieMack — Wed, 02 Mar 2016 01:50:11 GMT

If you want something to hold you in and support your parts, go with a Spanx or Yummie piece. I wear a lot of the Jockey skimmers, but they are not shape wear.

Very important that you size up from your normal Q size when buying Spanx or Yummie. I am XXS XS or S at the Q and always buy Medium in the shaping garments.

You will look and feel beautiful!

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ANewHue — Wed, 02 Mar 2016 03:58:05 GMT

I've invested in many Spanx brand products and I hate them. I prefer "yummie" by heather t. Her tanks are part of my everyday wardrobe as are her leggings. I bought one piece of her shape wear but I imagine her "slip" types are just as great. She has a TS next week I think the 9th or 10th on the other shopping channel.

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Trix — Sat, 05 Mar 2016 20:19:24 GMT

If you don't want to deal with crotch snaps (and who does), in addition to a shaping slip, two pieces might be a solution. I prefer the fabrics of Yummie Tummie over Spanx. Yummie has a 5-piece shaping set on their website which could be the way to go. It includes a half slip, shorts, leggings, and two tanks for $98. That's close to what you will pay for a shaping slip or two pieces in Yummie or Spanx.

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Lipstickdiva — Wed, 02 Mar 2016 14:30:45 GMT

@MaggieMack wrote:
If you want something to hold you in and support your parts, go with a Spanx or Yummie piece. I wear a lot of the Jockey skimmers, but they are not shape wear.

Very important that you size up from your normal Q size when buying Spanx or Yummie. I am XXS XS or S at the Q and always buy Medium in the shaping garments.

You will look and feel beautiful!

Yes this. I wear the Jockey shorts all the time too but they do not do anything as far as shaping. I don't have pantylines and they smooth but they aren't going to hold you in or take off inches. And in the Jockey, you need to go down a size which is odd because in most of these types of items, you have to go up a size.

I didn't have good luck with Spanx. The one shaping bottom I bought was so thick and horrible and I couldn't wait to get it off. All it did was push everything up to my mid-section and I had a huge tummy roll, which I don't normally have.

Had they pushed things higher, I could have ended up with some big DDs!! LOL

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magicmoodz — Thu, 03 Mar 2016 22:11:09 GMT

Thanks to everyone who offered up suggestions for shapewear. I can't wait to start the process of shopping--it might be right up there with shopping for new swimwear!

At least I am armed with your helpful suggestions. Again, I thank you!

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Chi-town girl — Thu, 03 Mar 2016 23:20:22 GMT

@Trix wrote:
If you don't want to deal with crotch snaps (and who does), going with in addition to a shaping slip, two pieces might be a solution. I prefer the fabrics of Yummie Tummie over Spanx. Yummie has a 5-piece shaping set on their website which could be the way to go. It includes a half slip, shorts, leggings, and two tanks for $98. That's close to what you will pay for a shaping slip or two pieces in Yummie or Spanx.

@Trix - that Yummie 5p set has been a TS & I believe priced at $60 when it was a TS. . I have 2 sets- very versatile & my 'go to'

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jlkz — Fri, 04 Mar 2016 15:47:19 GMT

@magicmoodz

One last thought on the shapers: if you will be wearing it / them for an extended period of time, go for comfort rather than the most compression. Read somewhere that compression is not the best thing for internal organs.

Enjoy your event and good luck shopping !!!

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Trix — Sat, 05 Mar 2016 20:22:32 GMT

@Lipstickdiva for your comment about Spanx.