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Decent shapewear recommendations

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Functioningdisaster · 15/09/2025 21:33

Ladies, help me out. I need some decent shape wear to smooth my stomach out.
I am a petite size 10 and due to me being flat chested my widest point is my tummy. Wearing jeans / trousers just cuts my stomach in half..I look short and dumpy.
I would appreciate suggestions for decent bottom half shape wear to help me out.

I have tried the M&S bodysuit - not much hold
Also pants from next which were good on the stomach but kept riding up my bum which was annoying!

I would like a smooth silhouette (if there is such a thing) and not look like my jelly belly is cut in two.

TIA x

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Everyonesawher · 15/09/2025 21:38

I recently bought some shapewear pants from M&S that go up to under the bust. Takes be about 10 mins to get them on and off but they are thin and have no seams. Think they were about £16 (reduced from 25?) just reminded me to buy a couple more pairs - I feel really slender in them.

MotherTuckinGenius · 15/09/2025 21:58

Snag super high waist pants. Game changer.

Lifeinthepit · 16/09/2025 07:02

I do like Skims, I'm afraid. They are really soft and comfortable and you can easily go to the loo in the body suit.

Everyonesawher · 16/09/2025 08:26

suki1964 · 16/09/2025 05:18

https://www.marksandspencer.com/sheer-striped-firm-control-non-padded-body/p/clp60285043?color=ROSEQUARTZ#intid=pid_pg1pip11g4r2c2%7Cprodflag_20%25%20off

I have these and they are so comfortable. Depending on what Im wearing I either go for my own size or drop a size

I have the chest high knickers of this range - think I will buy one of these now as well.

Functioningdisaster · 17/09/2025 18:42

Thank you! I have ordered a few and will try them on when they arrive.

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suki1964 · 17/09/2025 21:00

Everyonesawher · 16/09/2025 08:26

I have the chest high knickers of this range - think I will buy one of these now as well.

My spare tyre is between belly button and boobs. I have nothing below the waist so this works so well for me controlling back boob

Shapewear has to target the areas needed targeting. I bought contour on numerous recommendations and am left with a saggy bum, because I dont have a bum or legs and buying smaller leaves me uncomfortable. The M&S ones Ive linked suit me, not total control, just smooths any bulges so everything fits better.

MummyInTheMaking1 · 20/10/2025 11:54

Functioningdisaster · 15/09/2025 21:33

Ladies, help me out. I need some decent shape wear to smooth my stomach out.
I am a petite size 10 and due to me being flat chested my widest point is my tummy. Wearing jeans / trousers just cuts my stomach in half..I look short and dumpy.
I would appreciate suggestions for decent bottom half shape wear to help me out.

I have tried the M&S bodysuit - not much hold
Also pants from next which were good on the stomach but kept riding up my bum which was annoying!

I would like a smooth silhouette (if there is such a thing) and not look like my jelly belly is cut in two.

TIA x

@Functioningdisaster check out this website, I've just left another comment on here about them. A few mums on here recommended them on a thread on here discussing shapewear and I have since purchased 2 items from them. Their shapewear is the most effective shapewear I have ever purchased. Good luck on your search 😊
https://slimlineuk.co.uk

Best Shapewear for Women UK | Tummy Control & Body Shapers

Discover effective Tummy Control Shapewear! A limited collection meticulously crafted for optimal control, style & comfort. Adjustable & extra firm body shapers

https://slimlineuk.co.uk

Functioningdisaster · 28/10/2025 13:04

MummyInTheMaking1 · 20/10/2025 11:54

@Functioningdisaster check out this website, I've just left another comment on here about them. A few mums on here recommended them on a thread on here discussing shapewear and I have since purchased 2 items from them. Their shapewear is the most effective shapewear I have ever purchased. Good luck on your search 😊
https://slimlineuk.co.uk

Thank you :)

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