Letโs talk shapewearโaka the not-so-secret weapon in most of our curvy girl closets. If youโve ever stood in front of a mirror in a sundress thinking, โSomethingโs missingโฆโ it might just be the right plus size body shaper. But with so many styles, fabrics, and levels of squeeze to choose from, diving into the world of shapewear can feel like walking into a department store with no map and way too many options. I remember my first shapewear purchaseโI was overwhelmed, confused, and definitely picked the wrong one. (Been there? Same.)
Luckily, weโve got you. Here at The Curvy Fashionista, weโre all about making style easier and more fun, especially when it comes to essentials like shapewear. Weโve broken it down before in our Shapewear 101, but now that summerโs heating up and the bodycon dresses and flowy frocks are making their grand return, itโs time for a plus size body shaper refresh. Letโs make sure youโre stocked up with the styles that keep you feeling cool, confident, and oh-so-snug in all the right places.
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4 Styles of Plus Size Body Shapers & Where to Get Them
he Inner Armor X Comfy Sculpting Bodysuit from Shapellx is what we like to call a full-body shaper, and itโs that girl when you need total smoothing from top to bottom. This isn't your average bodysuit that just flattens everything down like a pancake (no thanks!). It's designed to sculpt in all the right placesโthink tummy control, waist definition, booty lift, and even chest supportโwithout squeezing the life out of you.
Available in size S-6X.
These Ultra-Thin High Waisted Panties from Shapermint are what I call the โinvisible MVPโ of shapewear. Technically, they fall into the brief-style shaper categoryโbut donโt let the word โbriefโ fool you. These babies offer serious smoothing without the bulk, without the squeeze, and without showing through your clothes.
Available from size XS-4X
Now THIS is the shapewear that understood the assignment. The SPANXยฎ Higher Power Short is the OG of mid-thigh shapers, and sheโs still got it! If youโve ever wanted something that smooths the tummy, cinches the waist, and keeps the thighs from rubbing while youโre living your best summer life, this is the one. Seriouslyโsheโs like a little secret under your dress that keeps everything in check without making you feel wrapped in duct tape.
Available in XL-3X
Who says shapewear canโt be sexy? The Vanesse from Adore Me proves you can smooth, sculpt, and feel like a total bombshell. This piece falls into the shaping bodysuit category, but sheโs giving full-on lingerie energy, with a structured twist. Think tummy control, waist definition, and a lifted silhouette, all wrapped up in a sultry, lacy package.
Available in size XS-4X
There you have itโfour plus size body shaper styles that deserve a front-row seat in your summer wardrobe lineup. Whether youโre smoothing it out in a comfy bodysuit, keeping things light with high-waisted panties, or going full glam in something lacy and sculpted, thereโs a little something here for every curve, mood, and outfit. Shapewear isnโt about changing your bodyโitโs about enhancing your already fabulous silhouette and giving you that extra boost of โI got thisโ energy.
Remember, summer is the time to show up and show outโwhether youโre rocking a bodycon dress, a breezy maxi, or your favorite shorts and crop top combo. A good plus size body shaper isnโt about hidingโitโs about letting your confidence shine with a little smooth support underneath it all.
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Are you a curve-shaping aficionado? Where do you score your favorite pieces? Letโs chat all about it in the comments! We cannot wait to hear from you!
sports illustrated swimsuit has a great contest to select girls for something. Go vote they are into the diversity
I really wish they would make some cinchers with zippers rather than hook and eye closures. They would lay so much smoother
i agree!
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oh? what issues do you have? Please share or inboxx me screenshots?
Itโs always the galleries, the new way it is being done. The galleries wonโt load and when I try to interact with it (flip to the next picture), it acts buggy and keeps going back to the first picture.
Trudy Holloway ahhh thank you much!