The desire to look good is quite natural for a person. Today this is true not only for women, but also for the stronger sex. A toned figure and good posture attract the eye and add confidence. Fashion designers, creating new collections, also stimulate the pursuit of an excellent figure. It's great if harmony is given by nature and was not lost on the path of life. Worse if it takes some effort. For example, resorting to diets or vigorous training in the gym. And it’s very bad if the problems are not allowed to cope with strict restrictions in nutrition and cultivation. It happens that for some reason they have contraindications.

Then corrective underwear comes to the rescue. Today, many manufacturers have launched a variety of products to hide a protruding belly or treacherous folds and cushions at the waist or back. Such underwear is suitable for body shaping in the postpartum period, or for hormonal treatment. And also, it will allow you to look great in a tight-fitting evening dress, which often emphasizes even minimal flaws in the figure. Before choosing the best brand under which the collection of shapewear is presented on the market in 2020, it is worthwhile to figure out which flaws are worth hiding, and which advantages to emphasize.

The main criteria for choosing shapewear

A wide range of body shaping products is currently on store shelves. Correctly selected underwear "will help" reduce the volume of the body to 2 dimensional points, raise and enlarge the breast, correct the buttocks, making them visually rounded and toned. Very often women, wanting to pull everything at once, initially make mistakes when choosing a dress or jumpsuit with the maximum slimming effect. And they do not think at all about their own health and comfort. Here are the main criteria that you should pay attention to when choosing modeling underwear.

According to the degree of hardness

Most often, manufacturers in the product line resort to using three degrees of hardness of corrective underwear.

• Products with a low degree of rigidity are most often represented by tight-fitting panties or shorts with a high waistline, as well as bras. They are intended for girls and women with sizes L or XL. Most often, their figures do not need careful correction. You can become slimmer by correcting your posture or chest line. A flat stomach and graceful outlines of the figure will look great in any clothes.
• Products of medium hardness with inserts in problem areas will help to cope with more complex problems. The most popular among them are corsets, breeches, bodysuits. They remove extra centimeters from problem areas such as the waist, hips or hips.
• The maximum level of stiffness is suitable for obese women who want to significantly reduce their body volume. Bodysuits, corset shorts, overalls and dresses will help you to do this. It is worth remembering that underwear with the maximum rigidity has a strong pressing effect on the body, it can be hot and uncomfortable in it. Doctors do not recommend it for everyday use.

Usually the same model is presented in 2 or 3 degrees of tightening.Some manufacturers are expanding their product range to 5 items. This allows each customer to make a choice of underwear in which he will be comfortable.

By appointment

Another important criterion for choosing a shapewear model is its purpose. Not all products are suitable for women and men of all sizes. It is also important which clothes prevail in the closet.

Before visiting the store, you should carefully examine the wardrobe and try on the things that are used most often. And soberly assess what is worth correcting first.

• Corset is the most frequent choice of women who want to remove extra pounds. It perfectly adjusts the belly, making it flat, and gives the figure an hourglass shape. Quite comfortable to use. It can be worn with dress, trousers and skirts. Special rigid inserts improve posture.
• A slimming dress has about the same effect. It may not make the waist an aspen, but it will noticeably reduce the breeches on the hips. A great option for an evening dress.
• The body corrects such problem areas as the abdomen, waist, sides and back. However, this shape is only suitable for mild to moderate body shaping. Depending on the model, it can have a reinforced gusset or top in the form of a bodice. The first option will be preferred by women with significant abdominal problems. The second one corrects the breasts, giving them appetizing shapes. The advantage of the bodysuit is that it is versatile to use. To avoid discomfort, it is worth choosing products with an unfastened gusset. If you need a hip correction, it is better to opt for a jumpsuit.
• High-waisted briefs work primarily on the abdomen and buttocks. An excellent option for girls with weak abdominal muscles. Differs in versatility in use and comfort. Why endure the inconvenience if one zone needs correction?
• Shorts, breeches, skirts with a slimming effect will allow you to correct the shape of the legs, remove the hated "ears" on the hips, give a rounded and toned look to the buttocks. A wide choice in length makes it possible to wear them with any clothing. Models with a high waistline will reduce the volume in the abdomen and remove folds on the back and sides.

Many companies produce corrective underwear with medicinal properties. Wearing it allows you to improve posture, reduce the load on the spine while walking or playing sports. Special inserts made of various materials have a massage effect.

To size

Choosing the right size of corrective underwear means providing yourself with comfort and a good aesthetic appearance when wearing it. You should not chase centimeters, to the detriment of well-being. In addition, choosing a smaller than needed size can get the exact opposite effect. Skin folds can form over the corset, and the elastic of the shorts can clearly show through the fabric of the pants.

But too loose underwear will not work either. The effect will be subtle. Creases may form on the laundry. Ideally, the top edge of a bodysuit, shorts or jumpsuit should reach the bra line and evenly hug the body. Adjustable straps in a bodysuit or dress will be a great solution when choosing products in accordance with your height.

Most of the companies involved in the production of shapewear develop special conversion tables to facilitate the selection of products in accordance with individual body parameters.

By the level of comfort

Any underwear should be comfortable. Corrective figure - especially. It is worth paying close attention to such points as:

• Fabric structure. They give preference to natural materials or materials close to them in properties. It is desirable that the inner surface is made of cotton or viscose.
• The hygroscopicity and breathability of the material makes wearing such underwear more comfortable, especially on summer days.
• Number of seams. Better to choose seamless underwear. It will not chafe the skin. And the seams will not show through the thin fabric of the dress.

Excessive fasteners, lacing and lace inserts are not desirable on dragging underwear.

Major brands offering shapewear

Companies from the USA, Germany, Switzerland and Turkey occupy leading positions in the world markets. Not so long ago, manufacturers from Belarus, Latvia, Russia and South Korea began to compete with them.

Milavitsa

A company from the Republic of Belarus that began conquering markets at the end of the last millennium. Today the brand has a good reputation as a manufacturer of lingerie and corsetry in Russia, the CIS countries and Eastern Europe. There are also models in her assortment that help to visually improve the silhouette of the figure. Corsets, bodysuits and shapers are in demand.

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Milavitsa brand is an excellent choice of budget shapers. Prices are in the range of 1500-3000 rubles.

Rago

The US company has been making shapewear models since the middle of the last century. During this time, she has acquired a large number of developments to satisfy the needs of the most fastidious buyers. Her assortment includes bodysuits, overalls, corsets, briefs and shorts.

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SANKOM

Swiss company founded in 2003. She presented her first collection of shapewear in 2010. And she immediately won a gold medal at the international exhibition in California. Today the company has 5 representative offices in the world, one of which is located in Moscow.

The SANKOM portfolio includes over 400 items. Among them are not only products for modeling a beautiful figure, but also clothing for sports and posture correction. There are also professional series that are popular among movie and show business figures. The firm places particular emphasis on the chest area. Her bras with wide straps and elastic band support large breasts well. The push-up effect gives it volume.

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SANKOM products cannot be called a budget option. Average prices range from 4,700 for a bra to 8,600 for an undershirt and briefs set.

Maidenform

One of the old-timers in the shapewear market. The company released its first products in 1922.Since then, the collection has included such products as bodysuits and overalls, slimming briefs and pantaloons, grace and dresses. Most of the products are presented in three levels of tightening. All underwear is distinguished by a thoughtful cut, graceful lines and no seams.

Particular attention should be paid to the combinations and grace of the Maidenform brand. They are suitable for daily wear. The former have a built-in gusset with a fastener. Removable shoulder straps and built-in bra cups allow you to wear it with open dresses or tops. If you wish, you can choose a model with a deep cut and combine with a bra.

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Maidenform has proven for years that shapewear can be beautiful, graceful, comfortable and relatively inexpensive. The price range is 3000-6000 rubles.

Schlankstütz

The brand was founded in 1993 by father and daughter Hildebrand in the German city of Dortmund. For about seven years, the company was engaged in the production of skin care cosmetics. In 2000, she discovered a new direction for herself. The production of shapewear has become one of the main activities.

The company always occupies the top positions in the ratings of quality products. Well-known German quality goes well with a wide assortment and rich colors.

In swimsuits from Schlankstütz any girl will become the queen of the beach. Elastic elements sewn into the bodice will lift the chest and give it an appetizing volume. The third degree of tightening will help to deal with a protruding belly and folds in the back or sides. The vertical pattern will give the figure slimness. Buyers have a great choice of bikini bottoms - panties or shorts. The material, which contains polyamide, is easy to wash and dries quickly.

Another of the proposals that will surely interest women is tops, T-shirts and blouses. They will be a great help for those who have problems not only on the waist and abdomen, but also on the forearms. Products will allow you to stop wearing a bra and improve your silhouette. In addition, they are perfectly combined with jackets, pullovers and cardigans.

Designers and technologists did not bypass those who need modeling of the buttocks and legs along the entire length. Perhaps Schlankstütz produces the most extensive line of leggings and tights with a corrective and slimming effect.

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Some consider the price tag too high. After all, it starts at 2,000 rubles for the top. But, having tested the product in practice, they agree that its quality corresponds to the price.

The choice of corrective underwear should be treated with special attention. First of all, it should be comfortable in it. And it should be remembered that underwear with a high degree of tightening is not intended for everyday wear. There is a high risk of disruption of the circulatory system and internal organs of the small pelvis.Therefore, it is worth giving preference to sports and proper nutrition. And let the linen serve at the moment when you really need to look stunning.