Best shapewear bodysuits for women according to redditors

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So one of the biggest things I've found is that the placement of pads can be just as important as the shape themselves. Jaymes Mansfield talks about this and filling the "boy pocket" (the natural indent between the pelvis and the top of the thigh muscle) a bit in her tutorial. I also spent a lot of time just looking in a full length mirror to understand the shape of my own hips and the shape I wanted to create, I'd highly recommend this.

Now for the general outline, I watched Sugar Love's video where she makes a simple pattern on saran wrap that can be cut out and traced onto foam. Drawing the shape on the saran wrap while it's on your body also helps with getting an idea of where to start and end the pads. I also made mine while corseted so I knew where I needed the pads to begin in relation to my new waist.

Then in terms of cutting dimension into them I referred to onlinekyne's tutorial, specifically the part about creating an axis on the foam, with the intersection point being where you want the highest part of your hip to be (it's best to draw this axis on your pattern while you're still wrapped in the saran wrap, again so that you know where it'll sit and what it'll look like on your body). Then trim around until there's a nice taper from the edges to the intersection point.

And I can't pretend that scoring an electric knife from thrift store didn't make a world of difference... you can of course trim with regular scissors, and I used them for some of the finer details, but the electric knife was seriously a blessing from Cher.

And although it's not necessary, having a corset really did help me in figuring out around where I wanted the pads to sit, and of course in bringing even more contrast to the hip-waist ratio.

Finally, it's really important to get a good smoothing compression garment over the foam to help make it all look seamless. I put the pads under a pair of pantyhose, then a body shaper over that, and then another pair of pantyhose.

Sorry for the essay lol but I figured too much info would be better than too little. And lmk if anything is still unclear!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KZG9EIW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_wiPMybC1GYC37

this is the weird-ass bodysuit I got to go with my backless v-neck wedding dress. The clear straps are kind of tacky and less than comfortable but they disappear under lace sleeves. It comes down pretty low in the back and won't show under my dress (but I'm going to flash tape the sides to keep it all together.)

The bra doesn't add a whole lot, but it keeps the breasts up where they should be, and the cups could hold a "chicken cutlet" or other enhancer if you wanted to look into that.

I had a medical grade binder that the hospital gave me after my c-section, and after a few weeks in that, I got a [Squeem Waist Cincher] (http://www.amazon.com/Squeem-Perfect-Compression-Cincher-Shapewear/dp/B0020MMDZQ). Neither of them really did anything in the long term, but it's nice to not feel so...floppy after baby is born.

Cropped hoodie that's a few sizes too small. Like this

It's hard to find one that has that super tight fit. You may be able to butcher a cheap hoodie bodysuit to get that sort of spandex look.

I've see ads for it on Wish/fb too but I got it from Amazon.

There's only one size and it's definitely tight in the thighs, long inseam, surprisingly silky/no uncomfortable zipper rubbing but will probably last 4-8 rounds depending on enthusiasm&finesse.

I'm 5'3@140lbs, long torso&wide shoulders, Bra:30G(DDDD)/32F, 38/W27/38.

This is the closest I could find. Got it over five years https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07J4VYZHK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iulMDbCSGTSMC

> Went out shopping for "foundation garments"

I always swore I would never, ever again wear a girdle, but last year I got one of those bodysuits like this. I have worn it exactly once, but I wouldn't mind wearing it again. It smooths out my hip bumps and holds in my tummy rolls without being awful, and it has a handy pee-port!

I have this one and wear it under fancy clothes, although it would be comfortable enough to wear on a day-to-day basis.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B010NBGOBY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm a huge fan of turtle necks. I feel like throwing a basic black turtle neck under a dress is a great way to keep you warm and look great! I got this bodysuit turtle neck from Amazon and I wear it all the time. I suggest a bodysuit because its easier to manage as in it doesn't move throughout the day: https://www.amazon.com/PALINDA-Turtleneck-Bodysuit-Stretchy-Leotards%EF%BC%88Black%EF%BC%8CM/dp/B07BF54X4V/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=WW0ET3S14ES4&keywords=bodysuit+turtleneck&qid=1573086025&sprefix=bodysuit+turt%2Caps%2C140&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExMElOSVVJU0k4RDkyJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTI4MDM2MjhaNVdSNk1LSVRDUyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjMxMzk4MUQ0V0FGNlpXQlFESSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

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For more high end winter looks I really love monochrome outfits. They look incredible without really having the try. Also one of the biggest tips that I got a few years ago that really upped my fashion game is accessories. Monochrome outfits (all black usually) with gold pieces (necklaces, bracelets, belts, anklets) and a hair accessory as a statement! Hope I helped !

Best shapewear purchase I ever made. Expensive, but worth it. Had no makeup on in these, so this is all you can see, but even without hip padding this thing does a lot to really cinch the waist and at least give something in the hip area.

I paid more for mine than on Amazon, but I was able to go dressed to my local friendly lingerie shop and get fitted by the owner, so it was worth it.

Much more direct in its function than a lacy corset, but less sexy and pretty. Easier to wear under everyday clothes, so for me it's a great option. And besides, respiration is overrated...

This may suit your needs.

However I think that if you just want to smooth things out a tight cami top may be easier to find (and cheaper).

I had the exact same issue as you and after trying tape, realized I needed something more structured for support. I used a plunge bodysuit with transparent plastic straps. Then I used fashion tape to secure the neckline where I wanted it. I had semi-transparent fabric for shoulder straps, but my bra straps were not visible to my eye or in the pictures. I was also worried about cleavage, but in the photos it looks great. Lifting and separating the breasts decreases the amount of cleavage and makes it more appropriate.

Something like this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Spanx-Low-Back-Mid-Thigh-Champagne-Bodysuit/dp/B0757PDY42

Oh my gosh, my "chubby hourglass" figure buddy - I'm with you on the witchy/gothic look. I wore this dress in navy to a wedding, and it looked amazing on me. Check out the photos of people wearing it - all sizes look amazing in it. I loved the black and dark red versions too!

I liked this one as well, and it comes in some great colors. I was originally thinking this one but I have a large chest and I thought the neckline on the first one I linked would be more flattering.

I thought about ordering this one and a pashmina or bolero to cover my arms, but didn't want to deal with carrying around a pashmina and prefer my arms to be covered.

Good luck finding a dress! (If you're looking for a smoothing thing for underneath, I ordered this one and liked it, and I normally hate those things!)

https://www.amazon.com/Verdusa-Womens-Leather-Sleeve-Bodysuit/dp/B01KZG9EIW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1478032892&sr=8-2&keywords=verdusa+bodysuit

It was very cheap but fit pretty well :)

Someone else linked this on another post and maybe it will work? I'm not sure how much hold it has but for $20 it might be worth a try.

I was recently a MOH with a low back dress (and what was there of the back was lace) and this worked great for me...I tried backless bras and they all just felt like they were going to fall down in my dress. Seriously I tried like ten different kinds haha once piece backless

Mulisky Women Mock Neck Solid Basic Bodice Thong Leotard Bodysuits Black S https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QP5VSJL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_OQX1DbX6AVJTE

Made by Emma Solid Jewel Neck-line Bodysuit Heather Gray S https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SVHKRD6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XSX1DbB1JPS6V


minimomo Women's Round Collar Basic Short Sleeve Scoop Neck T-Shirt Elastic Bodysuit Jumpsuit Ribbed Cotton (Gray, S) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07S2DHJQC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LTX1DbCDTEVKA

I'm about your size and have the same issue, even at my thinnest (5'6", 125ish) I still had a pooch and I'm not sure it would ever go away completely even if I lost more weight. (No babies, but I have been overweight and I have a small frame.) Also I never connected it, but my grandma is tiny and has a very pronounced pooch too!

I recently got a Squeem to hold it in and I feel a lot sexier now that I can have a (mostly) flat area from my belly button on down. It also makes my pants fit a lot better and feel more flattering because there's no more squeezing or muffin top. I've heard Spanx is good also, but I wanted the connector style one because I hate wrangling into super tight clothes haha.

https://www.spanx.com/shapewear/bodysuits/suit-your-fancy-plunge-low-back-mid-thigh-bodysuit

https://www.amazon.com/d/Womens-Bodysuits/Flexees-Maidenform-Shapewear-Endlessly-Bodybriefer/B01B6B8LTS/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1549420585&sr=8-5

https://www.amazon.com/FeelinGirl-Women-Front-Contouring-Shaper/dp/B07K733MPP/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&qid=1549420585&sr=8-17

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No wires on these!

The control wear style worked for me, these. It's a bit of a black are though. Don't think there's one method people can universally agree upon, although ultimately the best tuck is surgical!

This or this body suit a size too small. Add a skirt and thigh high socks.


Also this thong and plug combo, but it’s overpriced

Something like this maybe

here

What does your dress look like? That would help us search!!

SPANX Women's Suit Your Fancy Plunge Low-Back Mid-Thigh Bodysuit Champagne Beige Medium https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0757PDY42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_boKsDbXQC0VBG

I’m going to have the same problem with my dress and I’m considering two pieces, one that is low back and a second for thighs!