High waisted control pants combat this by covering the waist and midriff and ending up just under your bra. They are big enough to envelope quite a lot of bulging, but small enough to sit neatly under most outfits. There's certainly nothing wrong, either, with turning to a pair of Spanx or shaping shorts when you're in need of a little oomph—celebs do it all the time, especially when walking the red carpet. Whether you’re looking for light control shapewear shorts for added support and an even better fit of any garment, or want firm control shapewear knickers to get a naturally smooth body shape – we’ve got options to help you get the shape and control you desire, discreetly. These are pieces you can wear whenever you feel the need to trim your tummy, shape your waistline and support your back.

If you are wearing very short skirts and dresses these are a much better alternative to magic knickers (body shaper shorts). They go up nice and high so they cover all of my stomach and sides, which is what I was looking for. I still had reservations but wore this for 10 hours and it stayed perfectly in place no rolls and remained comfortable the whole time. You won't get the dramatic results, but you will create and much slimmer, sleek line under your clothes. For more information on how we use your personal details please refer to our Privacy Policyand Cookie Policy.They provide optimum support under your clothes whilst slyly cinching your waist and giving your chest a pleasant uplift.

If you’re in the market for options that will shape your chest, waist and thighs in one go, our shapewear bodysuits are your best bet. Standout review:"This body shaper is excellent at smoothing out any little unwanted tummy or back rolls. Sizing down is common in shapewear, so always read the reviews for an additional and more accurate size guide.Standout review: "Easy to get on (unlike some shapewear) and fits nicely, smoothing all of the key areas!

Standout review: "Exactly what I was looking for: comfy, lightweight and something I can wear instead of a shaping brief and a bra. Today, we're honing in on all the best tummy-control shapewear that we think is 100% worth the investment. If you (like me) carry weight around your middle, anything with a waistband will make you overflow, creating what is known as the MUFFIN TOP. Luckily, the market is chock-full of great shapewear that promises to smooth out any lumps or bumps where you want to. I was therefore really pleasantly surprised to find I could get this on very easily and it felt comfortable and more importantly no bulges.I am a mum of C-section babies and I have been looking for a shaper that's comfortable and which really works.

They are excellent if you just want to firm up your tummy bulges and make your bum look a bit smoother. Standout review: "If you just need a little something to control and give you a smooth appearance under your dresses, this is for you!The really good bottom shapers do tend to be a bit more expensive, but if you can afford it I would go for a bit of bum shaping any day! This works for most people, but if you are very tall (like most of the Spanx models who are 5ft 10"), it may not reach high enough. From defining your beautiful curves to adding elegance to your bodycon fit dresses, shapewear is a must-have in every modern woman’s underwear drawer.