Ltb Lingerie’s Guide to Shapewear
That’s shapewear, not shape wear, and used as slimming underwear. Maybe you’ll drop a dress size.
So you’re a plus size and this little beauties and techniques will help give you that little edge. Give yourself a confidence boost with a little underhand underwear.
Yes I’m sure you will be going on that diet and the gym will be getting more visits as and when the freezer is cleared of the three for the price of one offer on Ben & Jerries Double-choc-in-a-box-cherry-on-top-mango-on-the-side-extra-rich-cream-ice-cream has been finished.
Do you see those models that strut their stuff in the magazines? Yep the perfect looking ones with the perkiness of perfect fun-bags and the stride of a gazelle with five years dressage experience? Well they are not you. They are freaks (yep they are and a sorry bunch for having to be at the beck and call of legions of men and woman obsessed with the aesthetic at the expense of the humanity in us all.
What am I saying?
You’re normal and you like cake. Eat properly and don’t go on a diet, eat and exercise a bit. BUT you lead a stressful life and you can’t get through the day without the chocolate, so be it. Here’s few tricks just for you.
Remember you don’t have to wear a corset (unless you want to entrance your man) or a girdle…
Modern shapewear is breathable and flexible – it’s perfection without detection.
What to look for:-
Body Briefer
A bit like a one-piece bathing suit. Usually made of some variation of spandex. Has a built in bra and stomach control.
Control Briefs
Available in various lengths, usually with a control panel at the front to tame the belly. A great idea if you really enjoy wearing straight skirts and flat panel trousers.
Control Thongs
Do you really want to go there?
Control Camisole
A sensible garment, usually seamless, a great solution to those who are sensitive to underwire bras.
Control Shorts
No not a Glaswegian. Slimming from the waist to the upper leg. Can also help with a saggy bottom.
Full Slip (Beandeau-Style)
Offers mild compression from midriff to thigh and also gives you the option of going without a bra. Useful types come strapless.
Half Slip
A shaping slip that starts at the waist and is perfect under clingy fabrics. Good for firming the rear, stomach, and thighs.
Strapless
For slimming the torso; very useful under strapless dresses and tops.
Waspie (aka Waist-Cincher or French Cinch)
For that space between the ribs and hops. Leather is a popular choice but all types can be found. Usually you’ll find they contain ’stays’ to reinforce the effect.
Make yourself feel good…
Alice
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