Shapewear 101

Shapewear is an undergarment designed to impermanently alter the wearer's body shape, to achieve what some view as a more fashionable and presentable figure.  While shapewear is most often used to help slim the body, it can also provide support to the bust and back area.

In the most recent years, shapewear has made a large presence all over the world. What started centuries ago as a simple one-piece slimming garment has now turned into something much more. Shapewear has hit the shelves in large quantities of colors, styles, types, patterns, and shapes. While many people are aware of shapewear, they often lack knowledge about what shapewear can be used for. I admit that I'm quite a noob too when it comes to shapewear.  The only shapewear that I own is a piece of slimming panty, which I will only use when I wear bodycon dresses.

Shapewear can perform wonders to a woman's bod.  There are various types of shapewear and I hope that this article will help to educate you on the uses of different types of shapewear.

Corset
A corset is a garment worn to hold and train the torso into a desired shape, traditionally a smaller waist or larger bottom, for aesthetic or medical purposes or support the breasts. Both men and women are known to wear corsets, though this item was for many years an integral part of women's wardrobes.



Butt Enhancer Panty 
This gives the wearer a sexy look from every angle under clothes. It is suitable for all ladies who want to stay in shape, including postpartum mummies.




Bodysuit Shaper Panty
The compression of this bodysuit will tuck your tummy while leaving your boobs and thighs free for more comfort. It is an ideal post-surgery shapewear and posture corrector. The "fajas 0227" bodysuit shaper panty from Cosmolle.com  has no zipper or hook and eye closure, which will make it completely invisible under clothes while hiding back bulges.




Shapewear Legging
This Cosmolle high-waisted shapewear legging is an amazing addition to any wardrobe. The seamless design was developed with everyday comfort in mind. Dress up or down, wear them day or night. Pair them with a cute tunic or rock it with a blouse and blazer for a more polished look. However you choose to wear them, we know you’re going to fall in love with their versatility and comfort!





Ladies looking for plus size shapewear will benefit greatly from Cosmolle bodysuits. These bodysuits will slim tummy, midsection and hips into an hourglass shape.




Besides enhancing your curves and making you look slimmer, shapewear go beyond shaping. They boost your self-esteem and confidence, give you proper posture support and complement a weight-loss program.

While shapewear do not help you lose weight per se, they can play an important role in your weight loss program.  Wearing shapewear while you’re trying to lose weight can give you a vision for a slimmer figure and can help you stay motivated. You may find yourself a lot less likely to reach for junk food when you look in the mirror and see what the healthy, curvier, confident version of yourself looks like!

Along with a healthy diet, exercise and proper shapewear, you will be on your way to achieving a permanent hour-glass figure 😉