There’s really no getting around it. Whether you have a big event coming up, a presentation at the office or a romantic date night planned – sometimes you need a little confidence booster to make you feel smooth and tucked in your outfit. Adding some key pieces of shapewear to your wardrobe is just the trick you need to achieving that tightening tuck that makes you feel so good. If it’s a sleek silhouette you’re after, here’s a roundup of the best basic shapewear every woman should have in her closet – sure to make you feel totally confident in even your teeniest little black dress.
The Best Basic Shapewear Every Woman Should Have in her Closet
Shaping Briefs – These are a no-brainer for pretty much any outfit and a must-have for your closet. From your favorite pants to a slim dress, throw on some shaping briefs and everything from your abs to your bum will feel on point. Try the Cosabella Glam Contour Shaper Brief or for a more budget-friendly option, the Jockey Brief Shaper.
Above: Cosabella Shaper Brief
Above: Jockey Shaper Brief
Shapewear Camisole – If love handles are your main issue, a shaping camisole will totally do the trick. Designed to give your tummy the perfect smoothing treatment, you’ll feel super slim in one of these. Try the Skinny Girl Wear Me Out Plunge Cami or the Bali Lace ‘N Smooth Control Cami.
Above: Skinny Girl Plunge Cami
Above: Bali Lace Cami
Shaping Shorts – Trying to squeeze into your favorite skinnies? Some shaping shorts will definitely do the trick to give thighs that smooth lean look you’re after. Go with the Spanx bestseller: Trust Your Thinstincts High-Waisted Mid-Thigh or the Wacoal Smooth Complexion Long Leg Shaper.
Above: Spanx Thigh Shaper Shorts
Above: Wacoal Leg Shaper
Bodysuit – If it’s an all-over tighten and lift you’re after, a bodysuit is the perfect solution. Designed to smooth your abs, round your bottom and even give the girls an understated lift. Try the Maggie by Yummie or the Amazing Sensation Bodysuit by Triumph.
Above: Triumph Bodysuit
Above: Yummie Life Bodysuit
Those are the basics, but there’s so much more great shapewear out there. What are your must-have essentials?
